Welcome Week
In collaboration with the Kwantlen Student Association (KSA) and various departments at KPU, we will be offering free flexible programming and activities open to ALL First-Year KPU students taking classes in Fall 2025.
This event provides KPU students an opportunity to explore KPU's resources and services, connect with the KPU community, make new friends, develop new skills to succeed in your academic journey, have fun, and grab free swag!
| Date/Time | Location | Session Name | Description | Hosted by | How to Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tue. Sept. 2 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST | Surrey Campus | Welcome Week |
| O&T + KSA | no registration required |
Tue. Sept. 2 1:00pm - 1:30pm PST | Online | Draft Coach Workshop for Students | Come learn about Draft Coach, a free tool for KPU students, that can help you avoid plagiarism and improve your writing! | Academic Integrity | JOIN HERE |
Wed. Sept. 3 9:00am - 10:00am PST | Online | First 13 Weeks | Your first semester will be filled with new experiences and learning opportunities, and you should aim to do the best that you can throughout the semester. In this workshop you will learn skills, resources, and information that you should be familiar with at every point during the semester. | Learning Centre | Register Here |
Wed. Sept. 3 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST | Online | Time Management Strategies | In this workshop, you will identify ways to improve their time management skills by identifying your current time wasters and how much time is currently spent working on activities that will help you achieve important goals. You will also draft a tentative personal time schedule that fits your purpose. | Learning Centre | Register Here |
Thu. Sept. 4 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST | Richmond Campus | Welcome Week |
| O&T + KSA | no registration required |
Thu. Sept. 4 10:00am - 11:00am PST | Online | Balancing Life and Learning | Juggling multiple demands on your time and energy can be really challenging. This workshop will review some strategies for evaluating how you use your time and where you might be able to improve, so that you can make more time for your priorities (both personal and school related) to find some balance in your day. | Learning Centre | Register Here |
Fri. Sept. 5 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST | Online | Plan Your Semester | In this workshop, learn to plan your semester efficiently using the Semester Schedule to give yourself a visual picture of assignments, projects, tests and exams that are coming up, helping you to decide how to commit resources between various possible tasks. | Learning Centre | Register Here |
Tue. Sept. 9 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST | Langley Campus | Welcome Week |
| O&T + KSA | no registration required |
Thu. Sept. 11 2:30pm - 3:30pm PST | Civic Plaza Campus | Welcome Week |
| O&T + KSA | no registration required |
| Sept. 15-19 | ALL Campuses | Free Fitness Week | More info coming soon... | Sport & Recreation | no registration required |
Tue. Sept. 16 11:30am - 1:00pm PST | Tech/Cloverdale Campus | Welcome Week |
| O&T + KSA | no registration required |
Tue. Sept. 16 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST | Online | CO-OP Info Session | Want to Gain Job-Ready Skills or Get Paid Work Experience? Learn How COOP 1101 and Co-op Can Help You! Starting Fall 2025, COOP 1101: Introduction to Professional and Career Readiness course is open to all KPU students—even if you're not in a Co-op program. Learn how to build your resume, prep for interviews, and get job-ready with expert guidance. Interested in joining the Co-op Program? If you're not eligible to join Co-op—but still want to take advantage of the career preparation course (COOP 1101)—we still encourage you to attend! You'll learn how to register for the course and how it can benefit your academic and professional journey. | Career Development Centre | Register Here |
Wed. Sept. 17 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST | Online | Resume & Cover Letter | Did you know that recruiters take about 6 seconds to scan a resume? Sign up for this workshop to learn valuable tips on how to WOW the recruiter in the first 6 seconds. | Career Development Centre | REGISTER HERE |
Wed. Sept. 17 10:00am - 3:00pm PST | Surrey Campus (Library, Arbutus Building) | Braille Printer Drop-in | Drop-in to learn how to use our new Braille Printer! We encourage first time users or anyone interested in using the Braille Printer to come for a one-on-one demonstration of its use prior to independent use. The orientation should take about 15-30 minutes of your time, and we are happy to answer any questions you may have about its use. Please ask at the Service Counter or Research Help Desk to begin your session. A librarian or library staff member will come and orient you to the station and answer any questions you may have. The Braille Printer is located at Surrey Campus Library in the front collaborative zone across from the Service Counter. It is outside of our Special Collections room (A1040). Visit kpu.ca/library/braille-printing for full service scope and process. No registration is needed to attend this drop-in event. Questions? Email libinclusion@kpu.ca | KPU Library | no registration required |
Wed. Sept. 17 10:00am - 3:00pm PST | Surrey Campus (The Gathering Place, Maple Building) | First Nation, Métis, and Inuit Student Party | Are you a First Nation, Métis, or Inuit student at KPU? Join us for Lunch and a game of Slahal with Elder Lekeyten. | Indigenous Services | Email IndigenousServices@kpu.ca to RSVP |
Thu. Sept. 18 12:00pm - 2:00pm PST | Surrey Campus (Main Courtyard) | IPM Fall 2025 Welcome Social | Kick off the semester with the International Peer Mentorship Fall 2025 Welcome Event! Come connect with your International Peer Mentor, make new friends, and enjoy an afternoon of fun activities, games, free snacks, and exciting giveaways. Don’t miss this chance to kick off the semester with your KPU community! | KPU International Student Life (IPM program) | no registration required |
Mon. Sept. 22 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST | Online | Navigating Job & Volunteer Fair Get Ready! Get Hired! | Job fairs are an excellent way to meet with employers! They are also very popular, making it hard to stand out. This webinar will cover 7 important steps to take before, during and after a job fair to increase your chances of success! | Career Development Centre | REGISTER HERE |
Tue. Sept. 23 9:30am - 3:30pm PST | Surrey Campus (Conference Centre - Cedar 1205) | Work in Canada Workshop (WIC) | International students are invited to attend the workshop to explore important topics such as on & off campus working rules, worker rights and much more. Refreshments will be provided. Sign up for the full day, or morning/afternoon session only. | KPU International Advising | REGISTER HERE |
Wed. Sept. 24 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST | Online | PGWP Workshop | Join us live to learn more about Post-Graduation Work Permit! Our experienced International Student Advisor will walk you through the PGWP eligibility and application process in detail. | KPU International Advising | Note: link will only be available during the time of the webinar. |
Wed. Sept. 24 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST | Online | Career Insights: Passion to Profession - Exploring The Non-Profit Sector | Want to make a difference AND make a living? A career in the non-profit world offers both! If you're studying Social Sciences, Business, Arts, or Sciences and wondering where your degree can take you, the non-profit sector might just surprise you. | Career Development Centre | REGISTER HERE |
Mon. Sept. 29 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST | Online | Interview Tips for Successful Job Search | Sign up for this workshop to learn before, during and after job interview tips to help you snag that job offer. Topics covered: preparation, how to answer general and behavioural-style interview questions & thank you notes. | Career Devlopment Centre | REGISTER HERE |