First-Year Orientation

Meet fellow first-year and upper-year students in a series of fun, small group video chats. Every few minutes, you’ll be paired with someone new! We’ll provide conversation prompts to help break the ice. Note: This event runs on Gatheround, a web-based video platform (no downloads required). Just make sure you have a webcam and microphone ready. 

Led by upper-year Orientation Leaders, these tours will introduce you to the key spaces and resources that will shape your Rotman Commerce experience. You’ll also hear tips and insights to help you navigate the academic and personal adjustments of first year. Spots are limited, so register early to secure your preferred time.

PRE U of T helps new students in the Faculty of Arts & Science prepare for university life. As a Rotman Commerce student, you’ll join a session specifically for your program. You’ll meet Rotman Commerce professors and upper-year students who will share what to expect and how to make the most of your first year. No registration required!

This is where you meet your people. Spend the morning hanging out with your fellow RC first-years through some fun interactive and competitive team challenges. Come grab some snacks and make a few friends before the year begins.

Drop by anytime between 12 to 4 PM to meet the Rotman Commerce community, get to know the programs and services available to help you succeed, and celebrate the first day of classes with a free treat. You can also pick up your free Rotman Commerce sweatshirt at this event. We can’t wait to welcome you!

New to Canada? Join the Rotman Commerce Students’ Association’s International Students’ Liason for a warm and friendly welcome to the Rotman Commerce community! This drop-in event is a great chance to meet fellow international students, enjoy delicious snacks, play some fun games, and get insider tips on settling into life in Toronto and RC from upper year students. 

Join Black Rotman Commerce (BRC) at this welcome event designed to help you ease into university life, build community and feel confident navigating your first year. You’ll hear from upper-year students, get answers to frequently asked questions and receive valuable advice on life at RC. Plus: prizes and free refreshments.  

The RC Clubs Fair is your opportunity to explore over 30 student-led clubs and learn how you can participate in the 200+ student-run events held each year at Rotman Commerce. You can also pick up your free Rotman Commerce Houses t-shirt here!  

Come meet other first-year students and have some fun with RC Houses at FreePlay Toronto — a two-floor retro arcade packed with 65+ classic games and old-school consoles. This Rotman Commerce–only event gives you full access to the venue, two hours of unlimited free play, plus an ice cream bar and non-alcoholic drinks for just $10.  

Kick off the school year with the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre! This special event includes a ticket to the 7:07 PM baseball game vs. the Detroit Tigers, AND a special edition Blue Jays hat with our Rotman Commerce logo.

Our annual BBQ at Hart House is back! This Rotman Commerce tradition brings together new and returning students, faculty, and staff to celebrate the start of the school year with great food and great company. Enjoy a free BBQ lunch with vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options. 

Join us for the Rotman Commerce Pride Alliance’s Welcome Event and meet members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community at Rotman Commerce. This event provides an inclusive and approachable space for first-year students to meet peers, ask questions, and learn about the resources and support networks available to them.

In this two-hour morning session, you’ll get the opportunity to learn more about important resources, services, and programs available to you through the Centre for International Experience and on the St. George Campus that will help support your first year at U of T, all while meeting other new students and taking those important first steps towards building your community.

Queer Orientation (QO) is an annual series of 2SLGBTQ-centred programming across all three campuses of U of T during September. QO is an opportunity for new and returning students, staff, faculty and librarians to make connections with other 2SLGBTQ+ people, engage in activities and have discussions related to 2SLGBTQ+ communities at U of T.

Activities, wellness moments, giveaways and prizes, free food, music, and more – whether you’re in first year or starting your last year, come meet our friendly staff and students to Xplore all the different ways to try new things and have fun.