Fall 2018 new student information
New Student Orientation for students starting in fall 2018
- New Student Orientation is Tuesday, Sept. 4 (unless noted otherwise on the program orientation list).
- The first day of classes is Wednesday, Sept. 5 (unless otherwise specified in your schedule).
- ProTip: Check your Lethbridge College email often!
Fall 2018 new student update
Between February and August, main campus and online students will receive timely information updates either by mail or to your Lethbridge College email. We want to help you stay informed about important next steps, as well as upcoming orientation events, to prepare for your new college experience. We will also post those new student updates below, so be sure to check back here often.
New student updates: main campus learners
Registration is now open for all orientation activities. Refer to event information and registration section below.
How to apply for student loan workshops are available on:
- Friday June 22 at 1:30 p.m.
- Wednesday June 27 at noon
- Thursday July 12 at 5 p.m.
- Friday July 27 at 11:30 a.m.
New student updates: online learners
- Message #1: Welcome to Lethbridge College
- Message #2: New Student Orientation for Online Learners
New Student Orientation for Online Learners is designed specifically for you as an online learner. This resource will provide you with information on student supports and services to prepare you for your post-secondary journey. Click here to begin reviewing the resource.
Event information and registration
New Student Orientation registration
Registration is open for New Student Orientation and Arrive and Thrive workshops
Sign up for New Student Orientation and our bonus workshops taking place on September 4.
Family Orientation
Designed for parents and partners of students, these sessions highlight their important role in student success
Student loan workshops
Get step-by-step advice on applying for student loans and get all your questions answered.
Tuesday September 4 at 9 a.m. unless otherwise specified*
*Please remember all students must register for NSO online if your program orientation is on September 4. Send any others questions to studentexperience@lethbridgecollege.ca
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Academic Upgrading |
AN 1737 |
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Administrative Office Professional |
IB Theatres |
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Agricultural Enterprise Management |
IB Theatres |
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Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician |
Due to an earlier start date, program orientation will take place the first day of classes on August 27 |
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Agriculture Sciences – All Majors |
CB 2004 |
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Apprenticeship – Agriculture Equipment Technician, Automotive service technician, Heavy Equipment Technician, Parts Technician (29th), Welding |
Due to an earlier start date, program orientation will take place the first day of classes on August 27 |
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Apprenticeship – Baker |
Due to an earlier start date, program orientation will take place the first day of classes on August 20 |
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Apprenticeship - Cook |
Due to an earlier start date, program orientation will take place the first day of classes on August 23 |
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Automotive Systems |
Due to an earlier start date, program orientation will take place the first day of classes on August 27 |
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Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing (After Degree) |
Gym C |
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Business Administration – All Majors |
IB Theatres |
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Child and Youth Care |
TE 1202 |
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Civil Engineering Technology |
TT 1934 & 1944 |
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Computer Information Technology |
IB Theatres |
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Conservation Enforcement |
CB 3013 and CB 3039 |
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Correctional Studies |
TT 2982
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Criminal Justice – Policing |
TT 2982
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Culinary Careers |
Due to an earlier start date, program orientation will take place the first day of classes on August 20 |
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Digital Communications and Media
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TT 2902 & TT 2901 |
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Early Childhood Education |
AN 1513 |
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Ecosystems Management |
CB 3013 and CB 3039 |
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Educational Assistant – Flexible Learner (FL) |
Students within range of Lethbridge College are encouraged to attend an in-person orientation in AN1718. Students at-a-distance are encouraged to contact Lorraine.Leishman@lethbridgecollege.ca as well as check their Lethbridge College email often for the EA Program emails (from EADL list serve). Online orientation: Check Your Digital Pit Stop student orientation course on Canvas. It can be found under your list of courses once you log into Canvas: https://www.lconline.ca
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Engineering Design and Drafting Technology |
TT 1934 & 1944 |
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English as a second language (ESL) |
English Language Centre (ELC) AN 2750 |
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Environmental Assessment and Restoration |
CB 3013 and CB 3039 |
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Exercise Science |
PE 2409 |
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General Studies – All Majors |
Food Court |
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Geomatics Engineering Technology |
TT 1934 & 1944 |
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Health Care Aide |
Gym C |
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Interior Design Technology |
TT 2902 & TT 2901 |
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Justice Studies |
TT 2982
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Massage Therapy |
Gym C |
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Medical Device Reprocessing |
Gym C |
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Multimedia Production |
TT 2902 & TT 2901 |
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Natural Resource Compliance |
CB 3013 and CB 3039 |
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Practical Nursing |
Gym C |
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Renewable Resource Management |
CB 3013 and CB 3039 |
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Therapeutic Recreation |
Gym C |
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Unit Clerk |
Gym C |
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Wind Turbine Technician |
TT 1922 |
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Program: Correctional Studies Degree program Hometown: Fernie, B.C. Favourite spot on campus: the Food Court Favourite spot off campus: Indian Battle Park Advice to new students: Favourite snack for studying: popcorn! |
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Program: Bachelor of Nursing Hometown: Airdrie, Alberta Favourite spot on campus: The study spaces in Trades Favourite spot off campus: The Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Advice to new students: What is something you can’t live without? |
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Program: Bachelor of Nursing Hometown: Leross, Saskatchewan Favourite spot on campus: The new Founders Square lounge Favourite spot off campus: Bread Milk and Honey Advice to new students: |
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Program: Bachelor of Nursing Hometown: Calgary, AB Favourite spot on campus: Trades building Favourite spot off campus: Coulees Advice to new students: |
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Program: Bachelor of applied arts: Justice Studies Hometown: Terrace, BC Favourite spot on campus: I am always in the library, but I really like the grassy area behind the Andrews building! Favourite spot off campus: Advice to new students: What song have you completely memorized? |
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Program: General Studies Hometown: Lethbridge, AB Favourite spot on campus: Favourite spot off campus: Advice to new students: What are small things that make your day better? |
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Program: Ecosystem Management - Bachelor of Applied Sciences Hometown: Caxambu, Minas Gerias, Brazil Favourite spot on campus: Study areas at the Trades Building Favourite spot off campus: Henderson Lake Advice to new students: Get to know your instructors, they can give you extremely important advice and be a good friend as well. What is something you can’t live without? Coffee (I'm Brazilian and we grow the best coffee in the world!) |
Name: Jessica Hutchinson
Name: Cassandra Zucht
Name: Amber Whitstone
Name: Sulekha Sharma
Name: Ryley Lopushinsky
Name: Zachary Wigand
Name: Luiz Madeira
The purpose of New Student Orientation is to:
- Facilitate your successful transition into the college.
- Prepare you to maintain or achieve a holistic life balance (academic, social, emotional and physical well-being).
- Contribute to student retention.
New Student Orientation learning outcome statements:
- Describe the difference between your previous life and educational experiences and the college experience.
- Identify, differentiate, and locate the available services that support your holistic well-being.
- Create connections with faculty, staff and peers to establish a sense of belonging with the college community.
- Recognize the diversity of the college community to build awareness of global citizenship.
New Student Orientation videos
This informative session provides information for students who identify as a mature learner to help them transition to their Lethbridge College Learning Environment.
For more information, stop by our office located at PA1130 (across from the bookstore) or email studentexperience@lethbridgecollege.ca.
