Laurier Move-In Guide 2017

WELCOME TO


RESIDENCE












































2017






MOVE-IN GUIDE

Welcome to your new home in residence! Welcome!




Your year in residence promises to be one of the most memorable and Student life is an integral part of being a Golden Hawk and there are countless
rewarding aspects of your academic career at Laurier. It is a unique and opportunities for you to get involved in what you want to pursue.
valuable experience that will serve as a special part of your postsecondary
education. Orientation Week is an exciting part of your Laurier journey. It is an opportunity

for you to meet new people, get to know the campus, engage with student
The Department of Residence is here to support your academic success and life and foster long-lasting relationships. Throughout the week, there will be
to ensure that you get the most out of your stay in residence at Laurier. We are numerous events, concerts and programs which you can partake in.
committed to serving you and we value you as a member of our community.

With your participation, we can foster a safe, comfortable and accepting I recall being nervous in my first year, as it was my first time living away from
home, create an environment conducive to academic pursuits and provide home. Once I came here, I was surrounded by enthusiastic volunteers who
an opportunity for social and personal growth. Residence Life at Laurier has supported and encouraged me to try new things. I started with cheer-off,
always been characterized by mutual respect. signing up to be a volunteer and creating new friendships. Reflecting back,

those initial moments helped me through my Laurier journey and opened up
We will do everything possible to ensure that your time spent living in the Laurier countless other opportunities.
residence community is one of growth and development. Our hope is that you
will engage with us in our four Residence Learning Goals and together we can The Students’ Union exists to help you pursue your passions and interests. We

create a strong community where all residents can get the absolute most out are here as a resource to help you succeed with your goals. So, step out of
of their experience. your comfort zone, make new friends, try new activities, and get involved. One
opportunity can lead to another and take you farther than you can imagine!
On behalf of the Department of Residence

I wish you the best of luck as you explore I can’t wait to meet you in September.

your path into higher education.
It’s great to be a Laurier Golden Hawk!
Best Wishes,



Chris Dodd Kanwar Brar
Director, Residence Students’ Union President & CEO






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Welcome to your new home in residence! Welcome!




Your year in residence promises to be one of the most memorable and Student life is an integral part of being a Golden Hawk and there are countless
rewarding aspects of your academic career at Laurier. It is a unique and opportunities for you to get involved in what you want to pursue.
valuable experience that will serve as a special part of your postsecondary
education. Orientation Week is an exciting part of your Laurier journey. It is an opportunity

for you to meet new people, get to know the campus, engage with student
The Department of Residence is here to support your academic success and life and foster long-lasting relationships. Throughout the week, there will be
to ensure that you get the most out of your stay in residence at Laurier. We are numerous events, concerts and programs which you can partake in.
committed to serving you and we value you as a member of our community.

With your participation, we can foster a safe, comfortable and accepting I recall being nervous in my first year, as it was my first time living away from
home, create an environment conducive to academic pursuits and provide home. Once I came here, I was surrounded by enthusiastic volunteers who
an opportunity for social and personal growth. Residence Life at Laurier has supported and encouraged me to try new things. I started with cheer-off,
always been characterized by mutual respect. signing up to be a volunteer and creating new friendships. Reflecting back,

those initial moments helped me through my Laurier journey and opened up
We will do everything possible to ensure that your time spent living in the Laurier countless other opportunities.
residence community is one of growth and development. Our hope is that you
will engage with us in our four Residence Learning Goals and together we can The Students’ Union exists to help you pursue your passions and interests. We

create a strong community where all residents can get the absolute most out are here as a resource to help you succeed with your goals. So, step out of
of their experience. your comfort zone, make new friends, try new activities, and get involved. One
opportunity can lead to another and take you farther than you can imagine!
On behalf of the Department of Residence

I wish you the best of luck as you explore I can’t wait to meet you in September.

your path into higher education.
It’s great to be a Laurier Golden Hawk!
Best Wishes,



Chris Dodd Kanwar Brar
Director, Residence Students’ Union President & CEO






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When Can I Move In?

Table of Contents


We want your experience a Laurier to be positive right

from the start. This booklet will help you understand and be

prepared for Move-In Day!
When Can I Move In? . . . . . . . . 5


What Should I Do Before I Arrive? . . . . . . . . 6
• Brantford
What Can I Bring? . . . . . . . . 8 Monday, September 4th


Where Do I Pick-Up My Keys? . . . . . . . . 10
• Waterloo
Where Do We Park? . . . . . . . . 10 Sunday, September 3rd

Monday, September 4th
Who Helps Me Move In? . . . . . . . . 11


What Are the Rules? . . . . . . . . 12



Where Can We Eat? . . . . . . . . 13 Residence registration for all first-year undergraduate students will be
held on either Sunday, September 3 or Monday, Sept. 4, 2017. E-mails

What is a Don & an Icebreaker? . . . . . . . . 14 will be sent to you by the Residence department regarding your

building assignment and specific Move-In Day.
What is O-Week? . . . . . . . . 16


What is the Students’ Union? . . . . . . . . 20 • Waterloo campus: Registration is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the
Athletic Complex on both Sunday and Monday.
How Can I Get Involved On Campus? . . . . . . . . 21


Where Can I Get Help? . . . . . . . . 23 • Brantford campus: Registration is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in
the Research and Academic Centre West Building, 150 Dalhousie
Street, on Monday.


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When Can I Move In?

Table of Contents


We want your experience a Laurier to be positive right

from the start. This booklet will help you understand and be

prepared for Move-In Day!
When Can I Move In? . . . . . . . . 5


What Should I Do Before I Arrive? . . . . . . . . 6
• Brantford
What Can I Bring? . . . . . . . . 8 Monday, September 4th


Where Do I Pick-Up My Keys? . . . . . . . . 10
• Waterloo
Where Do We Park? . . . . . . . . 10 Sunday, September 3rd

Monday, September 4th
Who Helps Me Move In? . . . . . . . . 11


What Are the Rules? . . . . . . . . 12



Where Can We Eat? . . . . . . . . 13 Residence registration for all first-year undergraduate students will be
held on either Sunday, September 3 or Monday, Sept. 4, 2017. E-mails

What is a Don & an Icebreaker? . . . . . . . . 14 will be sent to you by the Residence department regarding your

building assignment and specific Move-In Day.
What is O-Week? . . . . . . . . 16


What is the Students’ Union? . . . . . . . . 20 • Waterloo campus: Registration is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the
Athletic Complex on both Sunday and Monday.
How Can I Get Involved On Campus? . . . . . . . . 21


Where Can I Get Help? . . . . . . . . 23 • Brantford campus: Registration is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in
the Research and Academic Centre West Building, 150 Dalhousie
Street, on Monday.


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How to Pack
Before You Arrive! Plan Ahead There will not be enough room to bring

everything you own. You’ll want to make
Laurier does not provide insurance or your new room as comfortable and

assume liability for personal belongings familiar as possible, so we suggest you
Your stay in residence will be one of the most memorable in residence. It’s advised that you pack posters, photos and other small
and rewarding aspects of your university career. In check with your parent/guardian’s personal items.
residence, you’ll learn about yourself and the relationships homeowner’s policy and/or your
you have with others. The residence experience is intended Pack items into containers that can
to provide an environment where you gain academic insurance representative to ensure that be carried by one person. Please note
support and an opportunity to establish new and long- contents coverage is extended to your student volunteers cannot carry any
lasting friendships. residence room.
items packed in LCBO or beer boxes.
Moving to a new community and a new way of living can
be a challenge. It’s understandable that you may be a
little nervous, but our residence staff are here to make the
transition as smooth as possible.

We’re looking forward to meeting you and hope that you’ll
take advantage of all the opportunities we offer in residence
at Laurier.




Move-In Day Details


1. Check your room assignment email to confirm your move-in date

2. Register and pick up your keys at the registration location

3. Unload your belongings with the assistance of the Orientation Week volunteers.

4. Meet your residence don, who will ask you to:
• Complete a residence room check-in form;

• Complete and sign a residence medical form (have your health card available);
• Pay the mandatory community fund of $50

5. Unpack and begin to organize your room. Storage in residence is extremely
limited. Boxes, containers and suitcases should be returned home

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How to Pack
Before You Arrive! Plan Ahead There will not be enough room to bring

everything you own. You’ll want to make
Laurier does not provide insurance or your new room as comfortable and

assume liability for personal belongings familiar as possible, so we suggest you
Your stay in residence will be one of the most memorable in residence. It’s advised that you pack posters, photos and other small
and rewarding aspects of your university career. In check with your parent/guardian’s personal items.
residence, you’ll learn about yourself and the relationships homeowner’s policy and/or your
you have with others. The residence experience is intended Pack items into containers that can
to provide an environment where you gain academic insurance representative to ensure that be carried by one person. Please note
support and an opportunity to establish new and long- contents coverage is extended to your student volunteers cannot carry any
lasting friendships. residence room.
items packed in LCBO or beer boxes.
Moving to a new community and a new way of living can
be a challenge. It’s understandable that you may be a
little nervous, but our residence staff are here to make the
transition as smooth as possible.

We’re looking forward to meeting you and hope that you’ll
take advantage of all the opportunities we offer in residence
at Laurier.




Move-In Day Details


1. Check your room assignment email to confirm your move-in date

2. Register and pick up your keys at the registration location

3. Unload your belongings with the assistance of the Orientation Week volunteers.

4. Meet your residence don, who will ask you to:
• Complete a residence room check-in form;

• Complete and sign a residence medical form (have your health card available);
• Pay the mandatory community fund of $50

5. Unpack and begin to organize your room. Storage in residence is extremely
limited. Boxes, containers and suitcases should be returned home

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Bedrooms and Bedding Packages Refrigerator Rental
What To Bring Each bedroom/dorm comes Coldex is a privately operated firm

equipped with a bed frame, mattress, that, in affiliation with Laurier, provides

desk, chair, bookshelves, closet, you with the option of renting a small
wastebasket and recycling bin. refrigerator for your residence room.

• Bed linens, pillow and comforter
If you want to purchase linens for
• Alarm clock
your bed, Laurier has a partnership
• Robe and slippers with Residence Linens, a company

• Desk lamp (no halogen bulbs) that will deliver coordinated bedding

• Headphones for personal audio equipment packages when you move in.

• Power bar with surge protection (must be certified for use in Canada)


• Personal recreation equipment (roller blades, football, frisbee, etc.) DON’T FORGET!

• Computer Bring pictures, posters and décor to
personalize your space!
• Cell phone

• Shower shoes

• Laundry basket and detergent What NOT To Bring

• Clothes hangers

• Towels

• Backpack, pens, pencils and school supplies • “Large speakers” and “big” stereo systems • Candles and incense
• Subwoofers for computer sound systems • Draperies
• Personal toiletries and toilet paper • Amplifiers • Halogen lighting of any kind
• Personal fridge units • Heaters and heat lamps
• Kitchen items • Pets (small fish tanks/goldfish are permitted) • Furniture from home, including couches,
• Beer bottles and cooler bottles beds, bean-bag chairs, mattresses, etc.
• Electrical outlet wall tap (octopus plug) (you are permitted to bring your own office/
For a complete list of items in your • Drinking paraphernalia (e.g. funnels, beer desk chair)

apartment-style or dorm-style residence visit: pong tables, etc.) • Noise-cancelling headphones


8 students.wlu.ca/student-life/residence/new-residence-students 9

Bedrooms and Bedding Packages Refrigerator Rental
What To Bring Each bedroom/dorm comes Coldex is a privately operated firm

equipped with a bed frame, mattress, that, in affiliation with Laurier, provides

desk, chair, bookshelves, closet, you with the option of renting a small
wastebasket and recycling bin. refrigerator for your residence room.

• Bed linens, pillow and comforter
If you want to purchase linens for
• Alarm clock
your bed, Laurier has a partnership
• Robe and slippers with Residence Linens, a company

• Desk lamp (no halogen bulbs) that will deliver coordinated bedding

• Headphones for personal audio equipment packages when you move in.

• Power bar with surge protection (must be certified for use in Canada)


• Personal recreation equipment (roller blades, football, frisbee, etc.) DON’T FORGET!

• Computer Bring pictures, posters and décor to
personalize your space!
• Cell phone

• Shower shoes

• Laundry basket and detergent What NOT To Bring

• Clothes hangers

• Towels

• Backpack, pens, pencils and school supplies • “Large speakers” and “big” stereo systems • Candles and incense
• Subwoofers for computer sound systems • Draperies
• Personal toiletries and toilet paper • Amplifiers • Halogen lighting of any kind
• Personal fridge units • Heaters and heat lamps
• Kitchen items • Pets (small fish tanks/goldfish are permitted) • Furniture from home, including couches,
• Beer bottles and cooler bottles beds, bean-bag chairs, mattresses, etc.
• Electrical outlet wall tap (octopus plug) (you are permitted to bring your own office/
For a complete list of items in your • Drinking paraphernalia (e.g. funnels, beer desk chair)

apartment-style or dorm-style residence visit: pong tables, etc.) • Noise-cancelling headphones


8 students.wlu.ca/student-life/residence/new-residence-students 9

Key Pick-Up Do I Move Into Residence Myself?




Waterloo

• Athletic Complex – Main Gym Nope! After you pick up your residence keys and


Brantford head over to your building, you will be greeted by
• Research and Academic Centre, West
(RCW) Lobby
a group of O-Week volunteers who are there to



O-Week Kit Pick-Up help unload your car and carry your items up to

your room.


Waterloo FYI:

• Pre-Registered residence students - Athletic
Complex - Multi-purpose Room

• Off Campus Students or Day of Registration- Just look
Concourse (1st floor Fred Nichols Campus for the
Centre)
volunteers
Brantford wearing

• All Students – Research and Academic
Centre, West (RCW) - Lobby the crazy
decorated


Parking shirts
with the

O-Week
When you arrive to pick up your residence keys, you will receive a map indicating the traffic route
you must take to your building. When you arrive at the residence building, we request the drive re- logo on it.
mains in the vehicle. Volunteers are on-site to assist with the Move-In Day process. You will be direct-
ed to alternate parking after the vehicle is unloaded. It is imperative you follow the route and parking
directions provided as they are designed to alleviate traffic issues and overfilled parking lots.


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Key Pick-Up Do I Move Into Residence Myself?




Waterloo

• Athletic Complex – Main Gym Nope! After you pick up your residence keys and


Brantford head over to your building, you will be greeted by
• Research and Academic Centre, West
(RCW) Lobby
a group of O-Week volunteers who are there to



O-Week Kit Pick-Up help unload your car and carry your items up to

your room.


Waterloo FYI:

• Pre-Registered residence students - Athletic
Complex - Multi-purpose Room

• Off Campus Students or Day of Registration- Just look
Concourse (1st floor Fred Nichols Campus for the
Centre)
volunteers
Brantford wearing

• All Students – Research and Academic
Centre, West (RCW) - Lobby the crazy
decorated


Parking shirts
with the

O-Week
When you arrive to pick up your residence keys, you will receive a map indicating the traffic route
you must take to your building. When you arrive at the residence building, we request the drive re- logo on it.
mains in the vehicle. Volunteers are on-site to assist with the Move-In Day process. You will be direct-
ed to alternate parking after the vehicle is unloaded. It is imperative you follow the route and parking
directions provided as they are designed to alleviate traffic issues and overfilled parking lots.


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Residence Code of Conduct Where Can We Eat?






All students must read Laurier’s Residence Guidebook, which contains Wilf’s Restaurant & Bar in Waterloo will be open on both Move-In Days.

all you need to know about living in residence, and what is expected Wilf’s is Laurier’s on-campus restaurant, located on the first floor of the
of you. The terms and conditions set out in the guidebook are a part Fred Nichols Campus Centre. If you end up going to Wilf’s, make sure to

of the contract between Laurier’s Department of Residence and try the Spin Dip- a campus favourite!
yourself, so be sure to read it carefully! You’ll also be advised of the

policies by residence staff upon arrival to residence. Brantford will be offering an


amazing food option right in the
Just a few things to note: middle of campus! We have


• Laurier enforces guidelines under the • Orientation Week is one of a number asked the great LUCHADOR food
Ontario Liquor Licence Act and the of no guest periods in residence. No truck to venture down to sell you

Alcohol Gaming Commission of Ontario overnight guests are permitted some of the best food you can

• All residents must vacate their rooms and • Any form of smoking in residence is strictly get! LUCHADOR will be stationed
the building when the fire alarm sounds prohibited outside the registration building, in
the parking lot next to the Students’
Union.





Information on the The Shinerama Committee in

Department of Residence Waterloo will also be putting on
Code of Conduct: a BBQ outside the Fred Nichols
Campus Centre. You can choose
students.wlu.ca/student-life/
residence/policies-and- between a hamburger or a hotdog
procedures/code-of-conduct with all the proceeds going to

Cystic Fibrosis Canada!




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Residence Code of Conduct Where Can We Eat?






All students must read Laurier’s Residence Guidebook, which contains Wilf’s Restaurant & Bar in Waterloo will be open on both Move-In Days.

all you need to know about living in residence, and what is expected Wilf’s is Laurier’s on-campus restaurant, located on the first floor of the
of you. The terms and conditions set out in the guidebook are a part Fred Nichols Campus Centre. If you end up going to Wilf’s, make sure to

of the contract between Laurier’s Department of Residence and try the Spin Dip- a campus favourite!
yourself, so be sure to read it carefully! You’ll also be advised of the

policies by residence staff upon arrival to residence. Brantford will be offering an


amazing food option right in the
Just a few things to note: middle of campus! We have


• Laurier enforces guidelines under the • Orientation Week is one of a number asked the great LUCHADOR food
Ontario Liquor Licence Act and the of no guest periods in residence. No truck to venture down to sell you

Alcohol Gaming Commission of Ontario overnight guests are permitted some of the best food you can

• All residents must vacate their rooms and • Any form of smoking in residence is strictly get! LUCHADOR will be stationed
the building when the fire alarm sounds prohibited outside the registration building, in
the parking lot next to the Students’
Union.





Information on the The Shinerama Committee in

Department of Residence Waterloo will also be putting on
Code of Conduct: a BBQ outside the Fred Nichols
Campus Centre. You can choose
students.wlu.ca/student-life/
residence/policies-and- between a hamburger or a hotdog
procedures/code-of-conduct with all the proceeds going to

Cystic Fibrosis Canada!




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First community meeting Community fund contribution


Your first community meeting is Be advised that on Move-in Day you
will be asked by your residence Don
scheduled on Move-In Day. Your Don will
What is a Don? provide location details during check- to provide $50 (cash or cheque) for
in. This meeting will provide you with
your community fund. This is a one-
an excellent opportunity to meet your time payment for the fall and winter
community, receive important building academic terms. These important funds
orientation information, and become are managed by the community to
familiar with our residence staff. facilitate events, activities and trips,
and to purchase/rent general items for

community use.
• Dons are upper-year students who are carefully
selected by the Residence Life management team and
receive extensive training to ensure that they meet the

needs of the students living in their community;
Meet your


• Dons create a community environment through Don in your What is an Icebreaker?
building relationships, providing support, promoting
responsible behaviour, encouraging awareness of community An Icebreaker is an upper-year
diversity and respect, and act as an academic and on Move-In Orientation Week volunteer. Each
social role model; residence floor/LOCUS community
Day wearing is assigned a pair of Icebreakers

• Through programming, Dons provide an out-of-the- a black polo whose role is to lead this group of first
classroom learning experience designed to encourage year students through O-Week and

personal growth, and provide social activities to
enhance personal relationships and to have fun! help them adapt to university life.
Their role doesn’t end after O-Week

as Icebreakers are expected to be

• If in doubt, call the Duty Don! Duty Dons wear an on-call vest or jacket and their a mentor and support system to
Residence Life staff nametag, and carry on-call phones with them from 8 p.m. to 8 their students throughout the entire
a.m. every night. The Duty Don phone number will be posted in your residence. academic year.




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First community meeting Community fund contribution


Your first community meeting is Be advised that on Move-in Day you
will be asked by your residence Don
scheduled on Move-In Day. Your Don will
What is a Don? provide location details during check- to provide $50 (cash or cheque) for
in. This meeting will provide you with
your community fund. This is a one-
an excellent opportunity to meet your time payment for the fall and winter
community, receive important building academic terms. These important funds
orientation information, and become are managed by the community to
familiar with our residence staff. facilitate events, activities and trips,
and to purchase/rent general items for

community use.
• Dons are upper-year students who are carefully
selected by the Residence Life management team and
receive extensive training to ensure that they meet the

needs of the students living in their community;
Meet your


• Dons create a community environment through Don in your What is an Icebreaker?
building relationships, providing support, promoting
responsible behaviour, encouraging awareness of community An Icebreaker is an upper-year
diversity and respect, and act as an academic and on Move-In Orientation Week volunteer. Each
social role model; residence floor/LOCUS community
Day wearing is assigned a pair of Icebreakers

• Through programming, Dons provide an out-of-the- a black polo whose role is to lead this group of first
classroom learning experience designed to encourage year students through O-Week and

personal growth, and provide social activities to
enhance personal relationships and to have fun! help them adapt to university life.
Their role doesn’t end after O-Week

as Icebreakers are expected to be

• If in doubt, call the Duty Don! Duty Dons wear an on-call vest or jacket and their a mentor and support system to
Residence Life staff nametag, and carry on-call phones with them from 8 p.m. to 8 their students throughout the entire
a.m. every night. The Duty Don phone number will be posted in your residence. academic year.




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O-Week Concert Get Involved Fair (W)



What is O-Week? One of the highlights of O-Week & Info Fair (B)
each year is the annual
Info Fair
concert. Past performers have Thursday September 7, 2017/
included the Arkells, Down with 10 AM – 4 PM

Webster and Lights! This year’s RCW Lobby & Courtyard

Orientation Week (O-Week) is your chance to find out why it’s performer will be announced in Come on out to learn how you
so great to be a Laurier Golden Hawk. This full week of events, early-August with tickets going can volunteer for a Students’

programs and workshops introduce you to the Laurier community, on sale shortly after. Union committee or access

your home away from home and your future friends. Some events services within the Laurier
include a carnival night, headphone disco and a huge concert. community. You can also try
some tasty food from local
We also have different sessions running throughout the week that businesses with our “Taste of

will help prepare you for academic success! You can purchase Downtown”.
your O-Week ticket at tickets.yourstudentsunion.ca. Registration

for O-Week opens on July 1st! Get Involved Fair

Friday September 8, 2017/

10 AM – 3 PM
Get ready for O-Week 2017! Alumni Field/Athletic Complex

With over 200 vendors, the
Introducing your Red Timbers, Green Renegades,
Gold Aces and Blue Legends. Which team will Get Involved Fair is a great
be victorious and take the title of O-Week 2017 opportunity to find information
Champions? about all clubs, committees


Each first year student will be assigned a colour and organizations that interest
team based on their residence floor. You will learn you within the Laurier &
what your colour is at registration on move-in Waterloo community, along
day!
with inflatables and great

giveaways.

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O-Week Concert Get Involved Fair (W)



What is O-Week? One of the highlights of O-Week & Info Fair (B)
each year is the annual
Info Fair
concert. Past performers have Thursday September 7, 2017/
included the Arkells, Down with 10 AM – 4 PM

Webster and Lights! This year’s RCW Lobby & Courtyard

Orientation Week (O-Week) is your chance to find out why it’s performer will be announced in Come on out to learn how you
so great to be a Laurier Golden Hawk. This full week of events, early-August with tickets going can volunteer for a Students’

programs and workshops introduce you to the Laurier community, on sale shortly after. Union committee or access

your home away from home and your future friends. Some events services within the Laurier
include a carnival night, headphone disco and a huge concert. community. You can also try
some tasty food from local
We also have different sessions running throughout the week that businesses with our “Taste of

will help prepare you for academic success! You can purchase Downtown”.
your O-Week ticket at tickets.yourstudentsunion.ca. Registration

for O-Week opens on July 1st! Get Involved Fair

Friday September 8, 2017/

10 AM – 3 PM
Get ready for O-Week 2017! Alumni Field/Athletic Complex

With over 200 vendors, the
Introducing your Red Timbers, Green Renegades,
Gold Aces and Blue Legends. Which team will Get Involved Fair is a great
be victorious and take the title of O-Week 2017 opportunity to find information
Champions? about all clubs, committees


Each first year student will be assigned a colour and organizations that interest
team based on their residence floor. You will learn you within the Laurier &
what your colour is at registration on move-in Waterloo community, along
day!
with inflatables and great

giveaways.

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O-Week Shirt Colours





To stay up-to-date on The “ who’s who” of Orientation Week!
#LAURIEROWEEK17, download Waterloo Brantford
Guidebook in your IOS or

Android app store and search • Icebreakers - Purple • Icebreakers - Team colour

“Laurier Orientation 2017” to
downlaod the guide! The app • Go Team - Teal • Go Team - Team colour
includes a schedule of events • Shinerama - Orange • Shinerama - Light blue

(with descriptions) and campus

resources. • A-Team - Black • Orientation Team - Purple
• Emergency Response Team - Red • Students’ Union Team - Pink


• Foot Patrol - Dark blue


• Peer Connect - Lime green

• Healthy Lifestyles - Maroon


• Food Bank - Light blue


• EcoHawks - Forest green

To stay up-to-date on everything O-Week, visit:
LaurierOrientation.com • Orientation Team - Beige

This is your go-to place for everything O-Week, including • Students’ Union Team - Pink
tickets, blogs and special announcements!

Make sure to also follow Laurier Students’ Union:


@LaurierStudentsUnion @students_union


@yourstudentsunion @students_union


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O-Week Shirt Colours





To stay up-to-date on The “ who’s who” of Orientation Week!
#LAURIEROWEEK17, download Waterloo Brantford
Guidebook in your IOS or

Android app store and search • Icebreakers - Purple • Icebreakers - Team colour

“Laurier Orientation 2017” to
downlaod the guide! The app • Go Team - Teal • Go Team - Team colour
includes a schedule of events • Shinerama - Orange • Shinerama - Light blue

(with descriptions) and campus

resources. • A-Team - Black • Orientation Team - Purple
• Emergency Response Team - Red • Students’ Union Team - Pink


• Foot Patrol - Dark blue


• Peer Connect - Lime green

• Healthy Lifestyles - Maroon


• Food Bank - Light blue


• EcoHawks - Forest green

To stay up-to-date on everything O-Week, visit:
LaurierOrientation.com • Orientation Team - Beige

This is your go-to place for everything O-Week, including • Students’ Union Team - Pink
tickets, blogs and special announcements!

Make sure to also follow Laurier Students’ Union:


@LaurierStudentsUnion @students_union


@yourstudentsunion @students_union


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WHO ARE WE? First Year Leadership Programs
In a word, we’re you! Our First-Year Leadership Programs


The Laurier Students’ Union is comprised of all Laurier undergraduate students (FYLPs) create opportunities for
across the Brantford and Waterloo campuses. students living in residence to find their
fit. With over 350+ leadership positions

This student owned and operated not-for-profit organization serves as the available to first-year students,
official voice of all Laurier undergradate students. We work to enhance the Laurier’s residence program continues
student experience through innovative resources, effective representation, and to thrive because of the energy new
a safe & empowering campus community. student leaders bring. Speak to your
House Council Advisor or a Campus
The Students’ Union provides students with opportunities to take their university Council Advisor to learn about some
experience outside the classroom: join a club, volunteer, attend an event or of the FYLPs on your campus. (W) - program at Waterloo campus.

use our services like Foot Patrol or Food Bank. There are over 300 clubs and (B) - program at Brantford campus.
volunteer committees, including ones that represent student interests to the
University as well as the Provincial and Federal Government. • House Councils (W + B) each residence participates in a House Council that provides

social-based programming to the students living in the building.
The Students’ Union is more than volunteers and staff – it’s every student that
makes it great to be a Laurier Golden Hawk. By choosing Laurier, you’re • Arts Lauier (W) & Art Hawks (B) provides you with the opportunity to share your love
automatically a member of the Students’ Union and we can’t wait to meet you! and passion for all forms of art including theatre, dance, music and much more.



• Residence Athletic Council (W+B) aims to promote a healthy and active lifestyle
Let’s Keep in Touch! through first-year intramurals, sport tournaments and healthy and wellness workshops.




YOURSTUDENTSUNION.CA • Diversity & Equity Council (W) provides you the opportunity to explore diversity-related
issues and participate in awareness-based programming.



@LaurierStudentsUnion @students_union • Academic Initiatives Council (W) enhances your student experience by connecting
faculty and program-based clubs more closely to the first-year population.

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What is the Students’ Union? STUDENTS Getting Involved On Campus
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WHO ARE WE? First Year Leadership Programs
In a word, we’re you! Our First-Year Leadership Programs


The Laurier Students’ Union is comprised of all Laurier undergraduate students (FYLPs) create opportunities for
across the Brantford and Waterloo campuses. students living in residence to find their
fit. With over 350+ leadership positions

This student owned and operated not-for-profit organization serves as the available to first-year students,
official voice of all Laurier undergradate students. We work to enhance the Laurier’s residence program continues
student experience through innovative resources, effective representation, and to thrive because of the energy new
a safe & empowering campus community. student leaders bring. Speak to your
House Council Advisor or a Campus
The Students’ Union provides students with opportunities to take their university Council Advisor to learn about some
experience outside the classroom: join a club, volunteer, attend an event or of the FYLPs on your campus. (W) - program at Waterloo campus.

use our services like Foot Patrol or Food Bank. There are over 300 clubs and (B) - program at Brantford campus.
volunteer committees, including ones that represent student interests to the
University as well as the Provincial and Federal Government. • House Councils (W + B) each residence participates in a House Council that provides

social-based programming to the students living in the building.
The Students’ Union is more than volunteers and staff – it’s every student that
makes it great to be a Laurier Golden Hawk. By choosing Laurier, you’re • Arts Lauier (W) & Art Hawks (B) provides you with the opportunity to share your love
automatically a member of the Students’ Union and we can’t wait to meet you! and passion for all forms of art including theatre, dance, music and much more.



• Residence Athletic Council (W+B) aims to promote a healthy and active lifestyle
Let’s Keep in Touch! through first-year intramurals, sport tournaments and healthy and wellness workshops.




YOURSTUDENTSUNION.CA • Diversity & Equity Council (W) provides you the opportunity to explore diversity-related
issues and participate in awareness-based programming.



@LaurierStudentsUnion @students_union • Academic Initiatives Council (W) enhances your student experience by connecting
faculty and program-based clubs more closely to the first-year population.

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Sustainability Council (W+B) provides you with the opportunity to engage in
environmental and eco-friendly activities and events.
Where Can I Get Help?

Community Outreach Council (W) provides you with the opportunity to develop
programming that connects you and your peers with volunteer opportunities allowing you
to give back to KW and surrounding communities. Special Constables

If you require assistance or wish to report a crime, please call:
Brantford Residence Council (B) acts much like the House Council, except it aims to • Waterloo: 519.885.333 or from an internal phone at x3333
provide programming and events to the Brantford campus as a whole, rather than each
individual residence. • Brantford: 519.765.8228 X5888 or from an internal phone at x5888


Students’ Union Volunteer Opportunities Foot Patrol (Safe Walk Program)

• Waterloo Campus: 519.886.3668 (FOOT) Don’t Forget!
Students can get involved and volunteer with the Laurier Students’ Union by applying • Brantford Campus: 519.751.7875 (PTRL)
for positions at hiring.yourstudentsunion.ca. There are many opportunities that cater to a Download our
diverse range of interests such as large-scale event planning, and advocating for mental SAFEHawk app! It is
health and wellness initiatives. Hiring for volunteer positions open in September so that first Emergency Response Team Laurier’s official safety
year students have the opportunity to get involved in their first year! - Advanced First Aid (Waterloo Only) app. The app features

Can be dispatched via Special constable Services emergency contacts, safety tips, a
Clubs and Associations (W&B) Looking to get involved and meet other students with similar personal safety toolbox, maps and so
interests? Consider joining a club on campus! With over 300 clubs to choose from, there is • 519.885.333 or from an internal phone at x3333 much more!
bound to be something for you! For more info, check out clubs.yourstudentsunion.ca
Student Wellness
• Waterloo Student Wellness Centre : 519.884.0710 x3146

• Brantford Wellness Centre : 519.756.8228 x5803






















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Sustainability Council (W+B) provides you with the opportunity to engage in
environmental and eco-friendly activities and events.
Where Can I Get Help?

Community Outreach Council (W) provides you with the opportunity to develop
programming that connects you and your peers with volunteer opportunities allowing you
to give back to KW and surrounding communities. Special Constables

If you require assistance or wish to report a crime, please call:
Brantford Residence Council (B) acts much like the House Council, except it aims to • Waterloo: 519.885.333 or from an internal phone at x3333
provide programming and events to the Brantford campus as a whole, rather than each
individual residence. • Brantford: 519.765.8228 X5888 or from an internal phone at x5888


Students’ Union Volunteer Opportunities Foot Patrol (Safe Walk Program)

• Waterloo Campus: 519.886.3668 (FOOT) Don’t Forget!
Students can get involved and volunteer with the Laurier Students’ Union by applying • Brantford Campus: 519.751.7875 (PTRL)
for positions at hiring.yourstudentsunion.ca. There are many opportunities that cater to a Download our
diverse range of interests such as large-scale event planning, and advocating for mental SAFEHawk app! It is
health and wellness initiatives. Hiring for volunteer positions open in September so that first Emergency Response Team Laurier’s official safety
year students have the opportunity to get involved in their first year! - Advanced First Aid (Waterloo Only) app. The app features

Can be dispatched via Special constable Services emergency contacts, safety tips, a
Clubs and Associations (W&B) Looking to get involved and meet other students with similar personal safety toolbox, maps and so
interests? Consider joining a club on campus! With over 300 clubs to choose from, there is • 519.885.333 or from an internal phone at x3333 much more!
bound to be something for you! For more info, check out clubs.yourstudentsunion.ca
Student Wellness
• Waterloo Student Wellness Centre : 519.884.0710 x3146

• Brantford Wellness Centre : 519.756.8228 x5803






















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Contact Us.








Residence


Department of Residence Office (Waterloo)
519.884.0710 x3236
[email protected]

Department of Residence Office (Brantford)
519.756.8228 x5805

[email protected]




Students’ Union


Waterloo
519.884.0710 x4080

Brantford
519.756.8228 x5712


YOURSTUDENTSUNION.CA



@LaurierStudentsUnion @students_union


@yourstudentsunion @students_union