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Event details

This session is in French. The session in English takes place on December 9 at 5 p.m. EST. View the session offered in English.

What to expect

This session is intended for students who will be starting at uOttawa in January 2027. Join us for an informal, student-led presentation focused on sharing what we wish we’d known before our first term. You can expect:

  • Practical tips from current students
  • An open “ask anything” format throughout the session (seriously, anything!)
  • No pressure to participate. You’re welcome to keep your camera off and simply listen.

What we’ll cover

  • Pre-arrival basics, including travelling to Ottawa and moving into your accommodations
  • Banking, paying tuition and applying for scholarships and bursaries
  • Working during your studies and accessing academic support
  • Things to do on campus and around the city
  • Your questions

Why you should join

A lot of questions you probably have don’t always get clear answers online, and trying to find answers alone can be stressful.

These sessions can help you:

  • Feel more at ease about starting university
  • Walk away feeling a little more confident (and a little less overwhelmed)
  • Have a point of contact when you arrive
Accessibility
If you require accommodation, please contact the event host as soon as possible.
Date and time
Dec 9, 2026
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Format and location
Virtual
Language
French
Audience
Undergraduate students, Graduate students
Organized by
Regional mentoring centre