First-Year Students - Getting Started
To get started on choosing courses and preparing for registration, we recommend you complete the following steps:
1. View our series of instructional videos: First-Year Information Videos
2. Read the document: First-Year Essentials [PDF].
3. Attend a First-Year Information Session.
4. Explore the Academic Calendar. This essential resource highlights key information like:
- General Degree Requirements
- Major Requirements
- Course descriptions
5. Familiarize yourself with "WebAdvisor/Student Planning" – our online system that allows you to plan your schedule, register for courses, view your progress and check degree requirements. Please visit this website for information and instructional videos: About Student Planning
6. Questions? Talk with an Academic Advisor!
Advisors are available for 30-minute appointments, either through Zoom or in-person. To set up a meeting, please visit Appointment Booking.
If you have a quick question, see an advisor for a 10-minute drop-in session. For hours and instructions, please see Academic Advising.
Other resources for first-year students:
WebAdvisor/Student Planning Guide [PDF]
Orientation
An Orientation is held before each Term. For details on the next one, please see: Orientation