New Student Orientation

Rock VIU, an event for new students, happens at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters. We send the details to registered students via email in the weeks leading up to the start of the semester.

RockVIU is your chance to learn how to get the most out of your time at VIU. Explore campus, meet faculty and connect with other students. Attend a mixture of in-person events at the Nanaimo campus and online info sessions open for students at all campuses. All events are virtual on Tuesday, 

Highlights: 

  • Virtual sessions: How to get involved on campus, setting up your student account and accessing student services 
  • Interactive campus tours and scavenger hunt 
  • Connect Fair & Community Corner 
  • Meet your profs and peers at block party socials 
  • Graduate student orientation (August 30)

Orientation events for graduate students and international students also happen each semester.

Rock VIU