Residence Orientation

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College Life Begins
Date: Sunday August 28th
Time: 10:00am-6:00pm
Location: Seneca Newnham Residence
Open To: Residence Students
Brought to you by: Residence
Welcome to Residence!  You will move in, meet your Resident Advisors, other Residence Life Staff members, as well as your fellow students for the upcoming year!

Parent Orientation
Date: Sunday August 28th
Time: 11:30am- 12:30pm and 3:30pm-4:30pm
Location: Seneca Residence Lounge
Open to: All parents and supporters of students moving in
Brought to you by: Residence
Parents, guardians and friends please join us for an info session that’s just for you. We are going to help you through the process of supporting your student through the biggest transition of their life. Tips, hints and what to include in a care package are just some of the things we will teach you.

Me to We: Charity Carnival
Date: Sunday August 28th
Time: 12:30pm- 3:30pm
Location: Residence Parking Lot
Open to: Residence Students and their Family and Friends
Brought to you by: Residence
Come out to the parking lot and join us for some fun and games to help out the Non-Profit organization called “Me to We”.  Linked to Feed the Children, “Me to We” shows that young people can make a difference. There will be t-shirts for sale and many other fund raising games to welcome you to your global community.

Hall Meeting
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence Individual Floors
Open to: Residence Students
Brought to you by: Resident Advisors
Say good-bye to those who brought you :(  It is time to learn  who your Resident Advisors are, what you have to look forward to, and start building a community that will help you through your year!

Convo Club
Dates: August 28th, September 1st, 2nd
Times: 6:00pm- 8:00pm, 5:00pm-6:00pm, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents of Floors 13, 12, 11, 10
Brought to you by: Rez International
Start your time in Canada by making new friends and improving your English language skills.  Conversation Clubs will be a staple of Rez International, so join right on move in day!

Opening Ceremonies: RA Battle Royale
Date: August 28th
Time: 8:00pm-Midnight
Location: Residence Parking Lot
Open to: Residence Students
Brought to you by:Residence
Residence is all about meeting people. Come out to the Opening Ceremonies and meet the rest of the Residence.  Cheer for your RA as they compete to win your floor Rez Points in the RA Battle Royale. Stay to watch our guest speaker, Blake Fleischacker!

Morning Rise
Date: Monday- Thursday
Time: 8am-10pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residence Students
Brought to you by: Seneca Recreation and Athletics
Come join Seneca Rec for a morning physical activity.  This may include yoga, running, walking, an exercise class or sport.  Come and get refreshed for a fun filled day.

Play Fair
Date: Monday August 29th
Time: 10:00am-2:30pm
Location: Outside the Residence
Open to: Resident Students
Brought to you by: Residence
Still haven’t met everyone living in residence? Play Fair will change that! It is a morning of games and icebreakers so you can let people know who you are and make friends to enjoy your college journey and experience Play Fair. 

Amazing Race
Date: Monday August 29th
Time: 2:30pm-Midnight
Location: Seneca Newnham
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
This is an opportunity for you to learn your new surroundings and go on an adventure around Toronto. Based on the CBS t.v show, teams will face challenges, obstacles, and adventure, hopefully without the prime time drama.  After racing for glory you can choose to watch the Blue Jays vs Tampa Bay, live at the Rogers Centre, or the latest blockbuster movie back at the campus.

Academic “O”
Dates: Tuesday- Thursday
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Location: Seneca College
Open to: Students
Brought to you by: Seneca College
Come and learn what your program is all about.  Meet your teachers and your fellow students.  Here, you will also learn what is expected of YOU the student this year and tour your campus. Buses are booked to shuttle you to York, Markham or King Campus for your academic orientation.

TTC Workshop
Tuesday August 30th
Time: 11:00am-Noon and 6:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
This information session is geared to new residents of Toronto.  Here you will learn how to get to where you want to go.  You will receive a FREE TTC map and will gain the tools to transport yourself safely in the big city of Toronto!

College 101
Dates: Tuesday- Thursday
Time: Noon-1:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
This learning experience is geared toward helping you navigate your college experience.  During this time you will learn about all the things that will help you be a successful college student!  There will be free giveaways at this session as well as LUNCH! 

Rez Rules
Dates: Tuesday August 30th and Thursday September 1st
Times: 1:00pm-2:00pm and  2:00pm-3:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
Residence is a community and in every community there are rules. To know the rules and stay informed this this is THE workshop to attend. Here you will learn about the rules of residence, why they are in place and how to have a good time with in those rules.

Sexual Diversity
Date: Tuesday August 30th
Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
Come join the Positive Space that is residence!

Beach Volleyball
Date: Tuesday August 30th
Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Volleyball Courts behind Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence and Seneca Athletics and Recreations
Make some new friends while playing with the sand between your toes.  Enjoy some non competitive volleyball this afternoon.

Alcohol Information Session
Dates: Tuesday- Thursday
Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence Lounge
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
Learn how to stay within the limits of drinking responsibly.  You will earn a free prize at the end of this session that you can enjoy for your entire college career! It is recommended that you attend this session if you are planning on attending the Pub on Thursday.

Gambling Information Session
Dates: Tuesday August 30th and Wednesday August 31st
Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm and 4:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
Gambling affects many college students; learn how you can help those around you and yourself be safe in the world of gambling. This is a great seminar to attend if you want to participate in Condom Casino Night.

Alcohol Comedy
Date: Tuesday August 30th
Time: 6:00pm-midnight
Location: Seneca College
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
Come enjoy an evening of education while laughing the night away.  You will learn some valuable safe drinking lessons and hear hilarious stories to help you set your drinking limit.

Boat Cruise
Date: Tuesday August 30th
Time: 6:00pm-11pm
Location: Bus leaving from Newnham
Open to: International Residents
Brought to you by: Rez International
This is an opportunity for the International student population to build a community and see the city. Toronto is as multicultural as Seneca Rez, so what better way to meet your neighbours?

Inclusive Language
Date: Wednesday August 31
Time: 11:00-noon
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
Ever wonder why some words hurt others? Here you will learn the origins of words that some people find offensive and why it is important to be inclusive in a place where there is so much diversity. Say what you mean and mean what you say.

Community Fair
Date: Wednesday August 31st
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents and Students
Brought to you by: Local Toronto Community
So you need to change your cell phone plan, you want to get a credit card, you want some free stuff?  Make sure you attend the Vendor Fair and see what they have to offer to make your stay in Toronto and in Residence easier.

Language Diversity
Date: Wednesday August 31st
Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Rez International
You think that your language is unique? Come to the Language Diversity seminar and learn about different languages and were they originate.  Learn how to say hello in multiple languages so that you can feel a part of something bigger than yourself.

Canadian National Exhibition
Date: Wednesday August 31st
Time: 5:00pm-11:00pm
Location: Bus leaving from Newnham
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence
Enjoy one of the best events in Toronto.  The CNE is famous for its International food building, rides and carnival games.  It is a great opportunity to meet more residents and have a great time out of residence.

Casino Night: Condom Poker
Date: Wednesday August 31st
Time: 9:00pm-2:00am
Location: Oasis
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life and the Seneca Student Federation
You like to play Casino games?  Can you handle the pressure when other fold? Come out for a night of condom gambling fun. Win prizes and compete against your friends for who can bring home the most condoms.

Transitional Seminar
Dates: Thursday and Friday
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
Now that your parents aren’t with you in residence, ask yourself how do I…?
Do laundry, cook for myself, buy groceries…
Come and join us in this session and receive some free swag that is going to help you through these tasks, as well as point out that you are not the only one feeling this way.

Cultural Diversity
Date: Thursday September 1st
Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Brought to you by: Residence and Rez International
Seneca is one of the most diverse cultures you will come across.  Come out and learn about the different cultures that make up Seneca College Residence and find out where you fit.

Drug Information Session
Date: Thursday September 1st
Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Oasis
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
You will be given the opportunity to ask questions about drugs as well as get the information about all that is out there.  How to say “NO” and not give in to peer pressure.  Here you will learn the tips to stay true to yourself.

Sexual Assault Prevention
Date: Thursday September 1st
Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
Safety is everyone’s priority in residence.  We will teach you how to keep your friends and yourself safe in residence and in your new Greater Toronto community

Pep Rally
Date: Thursday September 1st
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Outside
Open to: All Students
Brought to you by: Residence Life and Seneca Athletics and Recreation
Come out dressed in your black and red and support your Seneca Sting!  Show them where your allegiance lies. Go SENECA Go!

Frosh Fest
Date: Thursday September 1st
Time: 6:00pm-11:00pm
Location: Parking Lot 9
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
While the varsity team plays, come over and have fun at the residence Frosh Fest.  There will be inflatable games, cotton candy, food, and yet another opportunity to make new friends.

Anything But…PUB
Date: Thursday September 1st
Time: 11:00pm-2:00am
Location: Seneca College Senecentre
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Seneca Student Federation
Start thinking about the clothes you AREN’T going to wear.  Come out with your new friends and enjoy a night of fun at the “Anything But Clothes” Pub. It is recommended before you attend this Pub Night that you attend the Alcohol Information session.

Coffee House Social
Date: Thursday September 1st
Time: 11:00pm-2:00am
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
Enjoy getting together with friends over a cup of joe?  Come to the Coffee House Social and get to know your fellow coffee drinkers, and enjoy a low-key fun night.

Roommate Workshop
Date: Friday September 2nd
Time: 11:00am-Noon, 12:00pm-1:00pm and 1:00pm-2:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
You want to live in peace and harmony all year.  You want to get along with your roommate and have fun all year. These can only happen with positive communication. Come to the roommate information session, alone or with your roommate, and see how you can make that happen for yourself and create a great residence environment.

Fire Safety Workshop
Date: Friday September 2nd
Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
How long do you think it would take for your residence room to catch on fire? The answer is less than 4 minutes. Come and learn how to keep your room safe and what fire safety measures are in place to protect you and your belongings.

Corn Roast
Date: Friday September 2nd
Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Seneca King
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
Newnham students will be bussed to our Seneca King campus for an outdoor extravaganza. 

Talent Show
Date: Friday September 2nd
Time: 8:00pm-10:00pm
Location: Seneca King
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
Bring all your talent with you, real or hilarious.  If you’ve started a band with your roommate, this is the perfect setting for your worldwide debut concert. If you want to share it we want to watch it!

Closing Ceremonies
Date: Friday September 2nd
Time: 10:00pm-11:00pm
Location: Seneca King
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
All the fun of orientation has come to an end. School starts next week, so make the most of your last Frosh My Life Event. There are awards to be given out to recognize those who made the most of their Frosh Life.  We all look forward to helping you along the way.  It’s not over…it’s only the beginning.

Walmart/Ikea/Grocery Shuttle
Date: Saturday September 3rd
Time: noon-5pm
Location: Seneca Residence
Open to: Residents
Brought to you by: Residence Life
Frosh My Life activities have come to an end, you look around your room and notice there are a few things that you may need.  Hop on the bus today and it will be making a loop from residence to Walmart, Ikea and the Grocery store and then making a drop off at residence again.  This is a great time to get those last minute items you may have forgotten.