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 Spring 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 5–16 | All KPU Campus Stores | KPU Campus Store Welcome Back! | 20% off all KPU crested clothing. | KPU Campus Stores | Drop by the Campus Store during open hours. |
| January 7–10 | Online | Learning Centre Welcome Week Workshops | Online workshops. | The Learning Centre | Online pre-registration is required. |
| January 12–16 | Surrey Gymnasium, Richmond, Langley | Free Fitness Week | All KPU fitness classes are free all week. | KPU Sport and Recreation | Online pre-registration is required. |
| January 13 | Online | Draft Coach Workshop for Students | Learn about Draft Coach, a free tool that helps avoid plagiarism, check citations, and improve writing. | Academic Integrity Unit | Drop-in. Access the link here: Draft Coach Workshops |
| January 14 | Online | Education to Career: Welcome to the KPU Career Development Centre (CDC) | An interactive webinar introducing KPU’s Career Development Centre. Learn about career coaching, co-op education, and Career Connection. | Career Development Centre | Registration required. Register on Career Connection: Register Here |
| January 15 | In-person (Cedar Conference Centre) | IPM: Spring Welcome Social | Meet peer mentors, make new friends, and enjoy activities including a photo booth, hot chocolate bar, painting, games, and giveaways. For new international students. | KPU International | Organized for new international students (Spring 2026 intake). Registration not required. |