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UWinnipeg Orientation Ideal Compass for University Journey

UWinnipeg welcomes new students at Orientation Aug. 29-31

WINNIPEG, MB – First-year university students seeking guidance on their post-secondary path can get direction at UWinnipeg’s 2007 Student Orientation. Taking place Aug. 29-31, Orientation is a great first step for new students at The University of Winnipeg.

A key event at Orientation is “The Really Big Day”, which takes place Thur., Aug. 30 from 9:00am-6:45pm.”The Really Big Day” is jam packed with important information sessions and fun activities that give students essential advice on how to survive and thrive as a first-year-university student. Students learn about the campus and the services offered, they can meet professors and familiarize themselves on how to get around the university.

“The Really Big Day” begins with a free continental breakfast (sponsored by the Alumni Association) at the Duckworth Centre, followed by information sessions and then free pizza at lunch (sponsored by MTS Communications) in Riddell Hall. There are also information sessions geared to adult learners, Aboriginal students, international students and students in housing.

Other Orientation highlights include an information session for Parents of First-Year Students on Wed., Aug. 29 from 7:30-8:30pm in Riddell Hall, 385 Spence Street. Campus Tours are also available prior to the session from 6:30-7:30pm.

Please visit www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/orientation-2007 for more information on Orientation 2007 or to view a schedule of activities and events.

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