Orientation activities
Whether you are a new or returning student, studying online or in-person, you are welcome to join us for the Fall 2025 YukonU Orientation Day on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, from 9am to 4pm.
You will not want to miss this awesome day as we have got a lot planned for you including a warm welcome from our staff and students, a campus tour, healthy lunch, a chance to meet other students, fun activities and a draw for some great prizes! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to studentlife@yukonu.ca.
You can now sign up for the Fall 2025 Orientation Day Download orientation week schedule
Check-in
9–9:30am | the Pit
Check-in for the Orientation Day at the tables located just outside Entrance 1, near the Pit.
Welcome
9:30–10am | the Pit
Join us for a warm welcome from our YukonU Elders, staff, and students.
Meet & Greet
10–11am | the Pit
Meet your fellow students and faculty members for an hour of coffee, chats, ice breaker games, information, and Q&A.
Student Led Campus Tours
11–12am | Ayamdigut Campus
Virtual campus tours available
Explore the campus to learn about the services and spaces available to all students.
BBQ Lunch & Afternoon Fun!
12–4pm | the Quad
Join us on the front Quad for an afternoon packed with great food and fun energy — all in support of the Student Refugee Program
- Grab a burger (or veggie option!) hot off the grill at our BBQ
- Enjoy classic lawn games like cornhole, sack races, and three-legged races — or challenge yourself with traditional Arctic Sports, thanks to the Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle.
- Don’t miss a special appearance from the Arctic Winter Games mascot and check out their info booth to learn more about the upcoming Games.
Whether you’re new to campus or a returning student, this is the perfect way to meet new friends and celebrate the start of the year.
Labour Day
Campus Closed
Orientation Day!
9am–4pm
First-day coffee with Student Union
9–11am
The Pit
IT orientation Workshop
12–1pm
A2702
Elders’ Lounge Beading & Tea
2–3pm
Elders’ Lounge
Welcome Campfire
12–2pm
Roddy's Camp
Free Write Friday
11:45am–1:15pm
A2103
Lawn Games
12–1pm
The Quad (front lawn)
YukonU Choir Session
12–1:05pm
A2402
Students vs. Faculty and Staff Futsal game
12–1pm
YukonU Gym
Campus Resources Fair & Pizza Party
12p–1pm
The Pit
Campfire
Every Thursday
12–2pm
Roddy's Camp
Student Budget Workshop
12–1pm
A2406
Wild Adventure Yukon Day Trip
10am–3pm
Meet in the Pit for transportation
Karaoke Night
5–7pm
YUSY Student Lounge
This checklist will help guide you through the start of your studies at Yukon University:
Refer to your Letter of Acceptance to confirm the first day of your classes.
Familiarize yourself with other Important Dates.
Register for your courses online. Be sure to register early as enrolment in most courses is limited and courses may fill quickly.
Sign up for Fall 2025 Orientation Day
Refer to your Letter of Acceptance for payment deadline fees. For more information on payments, withdrawals and refunds please refer to our money matters page.
Apply to Campus Housing online
Purchase text book(s) from the Campus Store online, or in-person at Ayamdigut.
Order your student ID card.
Apply for financial supports and student awards.
Explore your online learning tools: Moodle, Office365, Zoom, etc.
Familiarize yourself with University expectations.
Connect with your YukonU Student Union. The student union is here to support you, please reach out at any time!
Information Technology (IT) Services
Learn how to reset your Yukon University password.
Information Technology (IT) Services
Learn how to log into Office 365 and Moodle.
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