New Student Orientation
Orientation is specially designed to help you make a smooth and successful transition into the life of the Regent College community. Whether you're starting classes on campus or online, there's an orientation for you!
During these days we'll spend time worshipping together, getting to know the campus, and getting to know one another. We'll help you get a feel for who we are as a learning community, and what we're trying to do as we share life together. We'll also give you some practical information for personal and academic success as you get started, and introduce you to some faculty and returning students.
Students often form their most important friendships at Regent during Orientation, so please join us if you can—even if you're a local student! Spouses are invited to join us too.
Orientation for Onsite Students
Tuesday, Jan. 6–Wednesday, Jan. 7
8:30 am–3:30 pm daily (plus optional afternoon/evening activities)
This is a two-day orientation for new students joining us on campus. Lunch will be available at Regent for a cost of $5 per person on both Tuesday and Wednesday. Please RSVP by January 1, 2026.
Orientation for Online Students
Thursday, Jan. 8
Exact time TBD (see below)
This is an online orientation for students beginning their studies online. The event will last about 2–2.5 hours. To help us find a time that works best for this year's incoming group of online students, please RSVP by December 17, 2025, and let us know what time of day will work for you.
Additional Resources
Welcome Desk
Monday, Jan. 5 • 9 am–12 pm
The Welcome Desk will be available to assist new on campus students with practical information as you get settled during the week leading up to Orientation.
A member of the New Student Orientation team will greet you and help with any questions you might have about things like your UBC card or U-Pass, health insurance, banking, or our Orientation program.
Household Giveaway
Monday, Jan. 5–Thursday, Jan. 8
Every year, students who have finished their time at Regent (as well as staff, faculty, and friends of the College) give away good-quality household items as a way to bless incoming students.
If you're in need of any kitchen items, small furniture, stationery, or items for children, please come and take whatever you need. Everything is free!
New Students Page
A quick guide to helpful information on our website.
