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Extended hours from January 2 to 6, 2013
Thursday and Friday: 8:30 am to 9:00 pm;
Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 to 9:00 pm.

Staffed by students after 4:30pm on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and throughout the weekend, the Centre is available during these times as a place to relax, meet new friends, access e-mail, watch movies in the Centre’s Lounge, and you are encouraged to use our kitchen to prepare evening meals together.

All activities but the Conservation Area trip are free.

• Social Activities for those arriving early
  

• Orientation Session

• Clubs Night
  

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Social Activities for those arriving early

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 2013

Student Services Walking Tour
11am
A short walking tour of campus to familiarize you with some of the services you may need to access during your time at Queen's

Learning to Love Winter Session
2pm
Get advice on staying happy and healthy during the winter.  Topics will include dressing for the weather and keeping a healthy home and lifestyle.

Athletics and Recreation Centre Tour
3pm
Get a guided tour of Queen’s main athletic facilities. Meet at QUIC.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 2013

Student Services Walking Tour
11am
A short walking tour of campus to familiarize you with some of the services you may need to access during your time at Queen's

Student Services Walking Tour
2pm
A short walking tour of campus to familiarize you with some of the services you may need to access during your time at Queen's.

Movie Night
6pm
Have some hot choclolate and popcorn while enjoying a movie with other students.  Come a little early to take the opportunity to meet other students arriving to start their time at Queen's.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5, 2013

Trip to a local conservation area
12:30pm
Weather permitting, we will send a bus to a local nature preserve with forest paths for walking, cross-country skiing, or snow-shoeing.  A pond is also available for skating.  Ticket price does not include rental of skis, skates, or snow-shoes.  Dress for the weather (though there is a building on-site). Ticket price does include bus and entry to the conservation area.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6, 2013

Welcome (Back) Meal
6pm
Directly following the Exchange Student Orientation session noted below, this meal is a chance for new and returning students to connect with one another and share a warm meal.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2013

International Trivia
7pm
Hosted by QUIC’s World Link Student volunteers, be prepared to meet new people and to pick your brain for fun facts about the different cultures and countries around the world! Snacks will be served.

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Orientation Sessions

The following are orientation sessions for new international students from all faculties and departments.  Your faculty or department may have their own specific orientation.  Please check with them to confirm.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6, 2013

International Exchange Student Orientation
Wallace Hall, JDUC
What are some of the immigration issues I should be aware of? What opportunities are open to me as an exchange student?  Most importantly, what do I need to know to make the most of my time at Queen's?

The session will be facilitated by the International Student Advisor and guests.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 11, 2013

International Graduate Student Orientation
QUIC and SGS
QUIC and the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) welcome new graduate students and provide an introduction to support services on campus. This will be followed by a short walking tour of campus ending at the QUIC where you can warm up with a warm drink.

Note: The SGPS peer advisors will continue your orientation on January 14 with a session called “Communication with your Supervisor”. See www.sgps.ca for more information.

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Clubs Night

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2013

Clubs Night 6 pm - 10 pm
Queen's Centre
Each year in September and January, the undergraduate student government hosts Clubs Nights to help students learn about the many ways to get involved on and off campus. 

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