Student Life
At university, you can explore your interests, inside and outside of the classroom.
You will have opportunities to attend social events or join a student club. You might also like to play extracurricular sports or, if you live on campus, become involved in your residence community. In this section, you will learn more about student life at Laurentian.
Read more about student life activities and contacts at Laurentian.
Orientation Week
Laurentian hosts an Orientation from June to October. Orientation aims to help students:
- learn about academic resources, rights and responsibilities, and support systems,
- engage with the beautiful Laurentian University campus,
- thrive in good physical, mental and social well-being, and
- participate in the diverse Laurentian community.
For more information, email the Orientation team.
Indigenous Student Orientation
Indigenous Student Affairs hosts Biidaabin Programming to introduce you to their services on campus and other Indigenous students. Events during this week include a Service Fair, which highlights key community partners and internal resources to introduce you to the Laurentian community and the larger Indigenous community in the area.
Read more about Indigenous Student Affairs.
Clubs and Societies
General Clubs
Laurentian has an extensive network of clubs and societies, which are great venues for you to meet new people and pursue your interests outside of the classroom.
Student Union
Your student union plays an important role at university. The union advocates on behalf of students on campus and in the community.
At Laurentian, you are represented by 1 of 3 student unions:
- Students’ General Association (which includes the Indigenous Student Circle)
- L’Association des étudiantes et étudiants francophones
- Graduate Students’ Association
Athletics
Varsity Athletics
Laurentian is home to the Voyageurs varsity sports. The Laurentian Voyageurs participate in both Ontario University Athletics and U SPORTS.
Read more about Laurentian’s varsity athletics
Recreation and Intramurals
Laurentian offers recreational sports and leagues, regardless of your skill level. Recreational sports include soccer, Ultimate Frisbee and volleyball.
Joining a team is a great way to meet other people and stay active, whether you are continuing to play a sport or starting a new one.
Student Services
Accessibility Services
If you have a disability that requires academic accommodation and support, Accessibility Services is available to help. Contact the office as soon as possible to ensure the appropriate supports are in place for you at the beginning of the school year.
Safe Spaces (LGBTQ)
Pride @ LU is Laurentian’s safe space for the university’s LGBTQ students and faculty, consisting of a student lounge and resource centre located in the Laurentian Student Centre. Pride aims to raise awareness and visibility of LGBTQ concerns on campus, as well as provide role models for you.
Spiritual Life Services
Spiritual Life Services is a multi-denominational program that helps you with any personal and religious concerns. You can access services that include:
- Religious and faith counselling
- Religious services
- Special events
Child Care
Child care is available at the Laurentian Child and Family Centre. Apply for and reserve a spot for your child.
Security
Campus Security takes your safety seriously. Around-the-clock security guards monitor the campus, and video surveillance and emergency phones are situated around the campus. Campus Security also offers you programs aimed at students who stay late at night or work alone on campus.
A late-night shuttle service called Safe Ride will get you home safely, and security guards in the Work Alone program will routinely check up on you after hours.
