Academic Welcome Day: Faculties of BIT, MAD, SCS, LS

Welcome to the Faculties of Business & Information Technology (BIT), Media, Art and Design (MAD), Social and Community Services (SCS), and Liberal Studies (LS)

Join us for Academic Welcome Day on Thursday, January 8, 2026, in Gyms 3, 4, and 5! This half-day event is designed to introduce you to your faculty, program, and the Durham College (DC) community.

This session is for first-year students at the Oshawa campus in the following faculties:

• Faculty of Business and Information Technology
• Faculty of Media, Art and Design
• Faculty of Social and Community Services
• Faculty of Liberal Studies

Here's what to expect:

• A warm welcome from your faculty
• A program-specific orientation session
• Social activities to help you start strong
• Free time to visit the Campus Store, explore available DC services on campus or pick up your parking pass (if you've been notified it's ready)

Enjoy light refreshments, grab your DC swag, and connect with new friends!

This in-person event is for first-year students only. Parents and supporters are welcome to relax on campus while the first-year student participates in Academic Welcome Day.

Do you need accessibility accommodations (e.g., an interpreter)? Please let us know at least 48 hours before we can arrange support: firstyear@durhamcollege.ca.

For questions or assistance, reach out to the Student Development Office at firstyear@durhamcollege.ca.

Free parking is available in Durham College's Founders 2 and Commencement Oshawa Campus parking lots. Click here to view DC's Interactive Map.

Not sure which Faculty your program belongs to? Check your program page: Program Search.

We’re excited to welcome you to DC!