New Student Orientation

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Mark your calendar! Orientation is Sept 1st & 2nd. More details will be shared as the date gets closer.

Starting university is a time of endless possibilities—new experiences, fresh opportunities and an exciting journey ahead. Orientation is a hybrid program that is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to successfully navigate your first year at MRU.

MRUbegin

The New Student Orientation is a blended delivery program that includes:

MRUbegin (the mandatory D2L online course): April 7 - September 30
In-person Orientation Days: September 1 & 2

MRUbegin explores academic expectations, program information and campus life essentials. We strongly encourage you to complete your MRUbegin prior to the in-person portion as it provides you with a critical foundation of knowledge about life at MRU and will set you up for success.

Registration is open

When you sign up for New Student Orientation, you will be registered for both the Online Orientation and the In-person Orientation.

Webinars & Workshops

Learn essential skills—from time management to wellness strategies. Each session provides practical guidance and support for your university transition. New Student Workshops are completed but you can find many workshshops open to all students here.

Check for more information about pre-arrival workshops and webinars at the Webinar Hub.

International webinars and workshops

Campus tours

We will be hosting campus tours on August 20–22, August 24–26, and August 30. These guided tours will help you become more familiar with navigating the campus and finding your way around. You'll also learn about key student services and resources available to support your success.

Register for your tour.

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Mature Student Networking Event

Do you self-identify as a mature student? Join us for our Mature Student Networking Event on Tuesday August 25th from 5:15-8:00pm on campus. We will provide light refreshments and an opportunity for you to mingle with current mature students! We'll ease your nerves heading into your orientation and you'll hopefully have some familiar faces on your first day! You will also receive a campus tour as part of this program.

Orientation Days

Join us for the in-person portion of your Orientation experience on September 1 & 2, where you’ll receive a warm welcome and program information from faculty and advisors.

Registration is open

You only need to register once. When you sign up for New Student Orientation, you are automatically registered for both the Online Orientation (MRUbegin) and Orientation Days.

Weeks of Welcome (WOW)

Be sure to check out the Weeks of Welome (WOW), featuring the First Day Back Party, RecFest and Welcome Carnival.

First-Year Mentorship

The First-Year Mentorship Program is for first-year students looking for support transitioning to university throughout their first year. Mentees will be matched with an upper-year student mentor (usually from their program) who will support and guide them through their journey at MRU.

Learn more!

First Six Weeks

The first six weeks of university are a crucial time that shapes your entire post secondary journey. Research shows that the habits, attitudes, and connections you make during your first six weeks at university will influence your success.

Make sure to check the Survival Guide for the First Six Weeks. Please email newstudents@mtroyal.ca if you have any quesions.

Helpful resources

Welcome guide > New student checklist >