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WELCOME TO FIRST YEAR FRIDAY Friday, August 30, 2019

Please note: This schedule is subject to change

Faculty Orientations

Faculty of Science & Horticulture

10:00am – 10:50am

Spruce Atrium – Spruce Building

Welcome to the Faculty of Science &

Horticulture! We are an extremely diverse

Faculty with many programs at KPU. This is

your formal introduction to life as a Science

& Horticulture student. We'll cover what you

need to know in order to succeed in your

studies. Note: This session is open to students in the Faculty of

Science & Horticulture only.

School of Business

10:00am – 10:50am

Conference Centre – Cedar Building

Keynote: Dr. Darren Francis, Instructor

Welcome to the School of Business! This

session will provide students with tips on how

to communicate with your instructors, how

to be successful with their course work, how

to utilize services area, and many more tips

to make your time as a business student at

KPU successful.

Note: This session is open to School of Business

students only.

Faculty of Arts

1:00pm – 1:50pm


Welcome to the Faculty of Arts! There's lots

to know at the start of your post-secondary

educational journey and we're here to help

get you started on the right foot. This session

kicks off with must-know information for ALL

Arts students!

Note: This session is open to Faculty of Arts students

only.

DROP IN APPOINTMENTS

Student Awards & Financial

Assistance

10:00am – 3:30pm

Main 1822

Drop in for a 15 min appointment with a

Financial Aid Officer to get your questions

answered!

Academic Advising

1:00pm– 3:30pm

Main 160

Have questions about what classes you

need? Need help registering? Academic

Advisors are here to help! Drop in for a 15

minute appointment.

International Student Advising

2:00pm– 4:00pm

Cedar 1145

Are you an international student? Need

help registering for classes? Have questions

about your MSP forms or change of address

forms? KPU International is here to help!

Drop in for a 15 min appointment

Accessibility Services 1:30pm— 4:30pm

Main 160

Drop in for a 15 min appointment with an

Advisor from Accessibility Services to get

your questions answered! At Accessibility

Services, we work with students who require

personalized plans to ensure access to the

university and success in achieving

academic goals. We can help with:

Accommodations such as access

exams, note taking, learning

technology, communication access

and more!

Transition from high school

Applying for disability-related funding

Getting connected with campus

services and supports

Accessibility Services also works with faculty

and staff to develop accommodation

solutions and design accessible academic

and campus experiences.

9:00AM – 10:00AM

Pancake Breakfast

Main Courtyard

Hosted by: Orientation & Transitions

Join us for FREE pancakes to kick off the

inaugural First Year Friday at KPU!

10:00AM – 10:30AM

Get Paid to Have Fun!

Main 104

Hosted by: Future Students’ Office

Join the Future Students’ Office for snacks,

games, and KPU trivia, and learn how you

can get paid and/or gain volunteer

experience as part of KPU’s fun and friendly

student recruitment team.

10:00AM – 10:50AM

Faculty of Science & Horticulture

Orientation

Spruce Atrium – Spruce Building

Hosted by: KPU Faculty of Science & Horticulture

Welcome to the Faculty of Science &

Horticulture! We are an extremely diverse

Faculty with many programs at KPU. This is

your formal introduction to life as a Science

& Horticulture student. We'll cover what you

need to know in order to succeed in your

studies!

Note: This session is open to students in the Faculty of

Science & Horticulture. These programs include:

Biology, Brewing, Chemistry, CADD, Engineering, Environmental Protection, General Science, Health

Science, Horticulture, Math, Physics, Plant Health,

Sustainable Agriculture, and Urban Ecosystems

School of Business Orientation

10:00am – 10:50am


Keynote: Dr. Darren Francis, Instructor

Welcome to the School of Business! This

session will provide students with tips on how

to communicate with their instructors, how

to be successful with their course work, how

to utilize services area, and many more tips

to make your time as a business student at

KPU successful.

Note: This session is open to School of Business

students only.

Study Smarter

Cedar 3040

Hosted by: The Learning Centre

This workshop will give you strategies for

deeper-level thinking and will help you

be successful as you go through the

semester and prepare for your exams.

Strategic Time Management

Fir 120


Come to this session and find out ways that

you can be most effective and efficient as

you strategically make the most of the time

that you have.

Strategies for Working Students

Fir 242


Learn strategies to becoming a stronger

and more efficient learner while still being

effective in the workplace.

How to Apply for Scholarships

Fir 128

Hosted by: Student Awards and Financial

Assistance

KPU offers a wide range of scholarships and

bursaries to recognize students and provide

financial assistance for educational costs.

Learn what you can apply for, the

application process and get tips on how to

create an even better scholarship

application!

Building Your Experience by

Volunteering

Fir 122

Hosted by: Career Services

At KPU our students want to make their mark

on the world—and a positive difference.

Volunteering not only allows you to share

your skills and talents with others, it gives you

a chance to gain essential work

experience, connect with the broader

community, build meaningful relationships,

and further important social, environmental,

and humanitarian causes that you feel

passionate about supporting.

Working in Canada

Fir 116


Are you an international student? Wanting

to find a job in Canada and not sure where

to start? This workshop is for you! We’ll cover

the requirements to work in Canada, how to

find a job, resume and cover letter writing,

opportunities such as co-operative

education, volunteer experiences, and

more.

The Science of Sexology

Fir 118

Hosted by: O.R.G.A.S.M. Lab

Join the Observations and Research in

Gender and Sexuality Matters

(O.R.G.A.S.M.) Lab as they showcase

current scientific studies conducted at KPU

and have the opportunity to participate in

active online research studies. This session

includes an open discussion and Q&A

session with lab members. Don't miss out on

the opportunity to learn more about how

you can get involved with the lab.

Textbooks, Libraries, and Bookstores,

Oh My!

Library – Back of 1st Floor

Hosted by: Bookstore and Library

One of the most popular questions asked by

students is: “Can I get my textbook at the

library?” A librarian will answer this question

and show you how to check! A bookstore

representative will also be on hand to show

you how to get a list of your textbooks and

how to buy from the bookstore.

Fitness Centre 101

Fitness Centre – Cedar Building

Hosted by: Sport & Recreation

Are you wanting to work out but not too

sure how to use all the fancy equipment?

Then sign up here to get a free orientation

for all your fitness needs! Fitness not your

thing but you want information about

sports? This is also the place to get all your

questions answered regarding KPU’s

intramural offerings each semester!

*Limited spots available*

10:30AM – 10:55AM

Super Succulents

Fir 124

Hosted By: Sustainable KSA

Need something to brighten up your desk

while you study? This is the perfect workshop

for you. Learn how to take care of

succulents and other house plants, then

transplant your own succulent into a pot of

your choosing and take it home! Succulents

are attractive houseplants that are super

easy to take care of, so they're great for

busy students. *Limited spots available*

11:00AM – 11:25AM

CSIT: An Intelligent Future

Fir 134

Hosted by: CSIT, School of Business

This session is organized by faculty members

from the Computer Science and

Information Technology Department, in the

School of Business. In this session, research

and course projects will be presented

including topics on smart homes, self-driving

cars and AI gaming. These projects are

based on the work of faculty and students

on cutting edge technologies such as IoT

and AI. Come and join us in our orientation

session! We will answer your questions and

help you plan for your future!

11:00AM – 11:30AM

Get Paid to Have Fun!

Main 104

Hosted by: Future Students’ Office

Join the Future Students’ Office for snacks,

games, and KPU trivia, and learn how you

can gain paid and/or volunteer work

experience as part of KPU’s fun and friendly

student recruitment team.

Library Hacks


Hosted by: Bookstore and KPU Library

Learn how to get the most out of your

library! A librarian will lead students on a tour

around the facility and give you tips and

tricks on where to study, what resources are

available, and where you can ask for help.

11:00AM – 11:50PM

University Essays: First Steps

Fir 128

Hosted By: The Learning Centre

This workshop will introduce some of the

requirements and expectations

for university-level writing as well as effective

strategies and resources to help in

the writing process.

Reading Text & Taking Notes

Fir 242


This workshop will help you learn from your

textbooks and university lectures by

introducing a variety of effective pre-lecture

reading strategies along with in-class note-

taking and post-class techniques.

Study Smarter

Cedar 3040






A Student-to-Student Survival Guide

Cedar 3045

Hosted by: KSA Peer Support

Picture walking into your first university class

ever, feeling confident and cool, knowing

that you have all the tools you need to

navigate this new territory! From confusing

campus maps, to crazy course loads,

having a different prof each class, or

deciding which clubs to join... entering

university for the first time definitely has its

challenges. Join our Peer Support Team as

we retrace our journeys through the ups

and downs of our first few semesters at KPU.

Come and learn about some of the tips and

tricks that we would have liked to tell our

first-year selves at our Student-to-Student

Survival Guide workshop!

Career Explorations

Fir 116


How can you explore your career options?

What jobs are in demand in your

community? This workshop outlines

resources and steps that may help you to

choose a career or educational path.

Develop a plan for discovering future

career possibilities!

Learning Beyond Borders

Cedar 3015

Hosted by: KPU International - Study Abroad

Come and explore your options on how you

can study abroad as a KPU student and

learn how you can fund yourself through

various scholarship opportunities.

MAP for Success: Navigating Your First

Year with Academic Advising

Fir 132

Hosted by: Academic Advising

This session will introduce you Academic

Advising at KPU and how we can support as

you transition into your first-year. We will

introduce you to the various support

services that are available, and how we

assist in creating individualized plans that will

help you towards your academic and

career aspirations.

The Science of Sexology

Fir 118

Hosted by: O.R.G.A.S.M. Lab

Join the Observations and Research in

Gender and Sexuality Matters

(O.R.G.A.S.M.) Lab as they showcase

current scientific studies conducted at KPU

and have the opportunity to participate in

active online research studies. This session

includes an open discussion and Q&A

session with lab members. Don't miss out on

the opportunity to learn more about how

you can get involved with the lab.

Shoot Some Hoops with Active KSA

The Student Lounge – Birch 266

Hosted by: Active KSA

Come join Active KSA as we play some mini

games in the Birch student lounge. We have

some arcade style basketball hoops and a

bunch of game types to do, or you can feel

free to come and check out some of the

other stuff we have.

Thnx, LOL, & other email don'ts:

Communicating with your Instructor

Fir 130

Hosted by: Magdalena Mot, Instructor,

School of Business

A poorly written email can tarnish that first

impression you’re trying to score with your

instructor or a potential employer! Learn

how to converse by email. Business

communication can be complicated and

errors happen every day. You are invited to

join us in learning a few basics and pick up

some tips on how to write this short message

with poise.

11:00AM – 12:30PM

Uncover the Truth: 400 Years of History

They Want You to Forget

Aboriginal Gathering Place - Surrey Main

Hosted by: Indigenous Services for Students

Join Indigenous Services for Students for the

famous KAIROS blanket exercise.

Experience 400 years of history in 45 minutes

by putting yourself in the position of

Indigenous peoples in Canada. One of

KPU’s most highly anticipated exercises, this

interactive session will highlight the one of

the darker sides of Canadian history.

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11:00AM – 2:50PM

START Your Journey: Drop-in Session

Cedar 2005

Hosted by: KSA START

In this drop-in session, you will be provided a

blank t-shirt or tote bag to decorate and

interpret what volunteerism means to you.

Each participant will be provided all that

they need and can take their shirt or tote

home at the end of the session. While

decorating, participants will have the

opportunity to learn about the internal and

external opportunities that START has to offer

and the benefits of volunteering. Why not

START with us?

11:30AM– 11:55PM

CSIT: An Intelligent Future

Fir 134

Hosted by: CSIT, School of Business

This session is organized by faculties from

Computer Science and Information

Technology Department. In this session,

research and course projects including

smart homes, self-driving cars and AI

gaming will be presented. These projects

are based on the work of faculties and

students on cutting edge technologies such

as IoT and AI. Come and join us in our

orientation session! We will answer your

questions and help you plan for your future!

Super Succulents

Fir 124










busy students! *Limited spots available*

11:30AM– 1:45PM

BBQ Lunch & Fun Fair

Surrey Main Courtyard

Looking to have some fun? Come out and

enjoy a carnival-style fair at First Year Friday.

Don’t miss out on games, prizes, music and

a free BBQ lunch!

12:00PM – 12:30PM

Tutor Talks

The Learning Centre (Located in Library)


This is an opportunity for new students to

drop by and have a conversation with the

peer tutors at the Learning Centre.

12:00PM – 12:50PM










1:00PM – 1:25PM

Super Succulents

Fir 124











Let’s Find Out How Your Mind Works!

Cedar 1040

Hosted by: Lifespan Cognition Lab and

Psychology Dept.

As part of the interactive psychology

workshop with Dr. Daniel Bernstein’s Lifespan

Cognition Lab, students will have the

opportunity to participate in an actual

psychology study and learn about

psychology research! The study involves

games on memory and attention. After the

study, researchers will discuss the study

purpose and psychology research in

general with students.

1:00PM – 1:50PM

Faculty of Arts

1:00pm – 1:50pm


Welcome to the Faculty of Arts! There's lots

to know at the start of your post-secondary

educational journey and we're here to help

get you started on the right foot. This session

kicks off with must-know information for ALL

Arts students!

Note: This session is open to Faculty of Arts students

only.


Fir 242







University Essays: First Steps

Fir 120


This workshop will introduce some of the

requirements and expectations

for university-level writing as well as effective

strategies and resources to help in

the writing process.

Strategies for Working Students

Cedar 3040


Learn strategies to becoming a stronger

and more efficient learner while still being

effective in the workplace.

A Student-to-Student Survival Guide

Cedar 3045

Hosted by: KSA Peer Support

Picture walking into your first university class

ever, feeling confident and cool, knowing

that you have all the tools you need to

navigate this new territory! From confusing

campus maps, to crazy course loads,

having a different prof each class, or

deciding which clubs to join... entering

university for the first time definitely has its

challenges. Join our Peer Support Team as

we retrace our journeys through the ups

and downs of our first few semesters at KPU.

Come and learn about some of the tips and

tricks that we would have liked to tell our

first-year selves at our Student-to-Student

Survival Guide workshop!

Fitness Centre 101

Fitness Centre – Cedar Building

Hosted by: Sport & Recreation

Are you wanting to work out but not too

sure how to use all the fancy equipment?

Then sign up here to get a free orientation

for all your fitness needs! Fitness not your

thing but you want information about

sports? This is also the place to get all your

questions answered regarding KPU’s

intramural offerings each semester!

*Limited spots available*

How to Apply for Scholarships

Fir 128

Hosted by: Student Awards and Financial

Assistance

KPU offers a wide range of scholarships and

bursaries to recognize students and provide

financial assistance for educational costs.

Learn what you can apply for, the

application process and get tips on how to

create an even better scholarship

application!

How to be Successful in Group

Projects

Fir 130

Hosted by: David Harvey, Instructor in the

School of Business

This short session covers two of the key

elements that cause projects to fail: Project

planning and holding others accountable

for their parts. Participants will be introduced

to and go home with a draft project

planning tool that can be adapted to any

group projects, and try out and take home

a simple tool for giving feedback to other

group members including PRACTICE giving

each other feedback in order to let team-

mates know how well they are doing.

Introduction to Cycling in the City

Fir 136

Hosted by: KSA Multi-Pass

This one-hour primer is the perfect

introduction to cycling best practices for

students looking to gain knowledge about

how to bike safely to school. The course

covers the rights and responsibilities of

cyclists, and looks at various traffic scenarios

encountered in city cycling. Participants will

learn how to share the road and

communicate with other road users, how to

take their bike on transit, types of commuter

gear and how to plan a safe route.










Zero Shades of Grey: Communication

Between the Sheets

Fir 134

Hosted by: Student Rights and

Responsibilities Office

Contrary to 50 Shades, there is no grey area

when it comes to sex. Whether it's a hookup

from a "u up?" text or a long term

relationship, consent is the key for a good

time! Join Students Rights & Responsibilities

to open the conversation, define your

personal boundaries and learn to prevent

misconduct & harassment on both sides.

1:00PM – 2:50PM

The Gathering Place: Drop-in Meet

and Greet

Aboriginal Gathering Place - Surrey Main

Hosted by: Indigenous Services for Students

Meet KPU’s Elder in Residence, Lekeyten,

from the Kwantlen Nation as he tells the

story of Kwantlen’s history and KPU's relation.

Try your hand at playing Slahal (the stick

game), a traditional team game that many

Nations of the Pacific Northwest play! This

event is open to all students and includes

a FREE catered lunch.

1:30PM – 1:55PM


Cedar 1040


Psychology Dept.











2:00PM – 2:25PM

Political Science Career Success

Cedar 3055

Hosted by: Dr. Ross Pink, Instructor in the

Faculty of Arts

Join Dr. Ross Pink from the Political Science

department to highlight the diverse and

exciting career options for Political Science

Graduates!

Super Succulents

Fir 124












Cedar 1040


Psychology Dept.











2:00PM – 2:50PM

Study Smarter

Cedar 3040






Strategic Time Management

Fir 128


Come to this session and find out ways that

you can be most effective and efficient as

you strategically make the most of the time

that you have.


Fir 242







Basic Bike Maintenance

Fir 136

Hosted by: KSA Multi-Pass

This fun course is for participants that are

new to maintaining their bike or would like a

refresher. A knowledgeable instructor

demonstrates performing a basic 'ABC

Quick Check' to ensure their bike is safe to

ride and demystifies the many working parts

of the bicycle. The instructor also reviews

simple maintenance tips that can be done

at home to prolong bike life, as well as how

to properly lock a bike to prevent bike theft.

Includes time for participant questions.

Library Hacks


Hosted by: Bookstore and Library

Learn how to get the most out of your

library! A librarian will lead students on a tour

around the facility and give you tips and

tricks on where to study, what resources are

available, and where you can ask for help.

Working in Canada

Fir 116


Are you an international student? Wanting

to find a job in Canada and not sure where

to start? This workshop is for you! We’ll cover

the requirements to work in Canada, how to

find a job, resume and cover letter writing,

opportunities such as co-operative

education, volunteer experiences, and

more.

2:30PM – 3:00PM

The Power of Networking for Success

Cedar 3055

Hosted by: Dr. Ross Pink, Instructor in the

Faculty of Arts

Highlights effective power networking

techniques for career success. These are

techniques that Dr. Ross Pink has taught to

employees from Managers to CEO level at

numerous large companies in Europe, Asia

and North America including Fortune 500

Companies. The seminar is highly engaging

and interactive with time for Q&A.

3:00PM – 5:00PM

FYF After Party

Grassroots Café – Cedar Building

Hosted by: KSA

Join the KSA in the Grassroots Café to jam

out, play games, and meet new people

over $5 nachos and great music. The FYF

After Party is the best way to kick-off the

start of the semester at KPU!

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