Blackboard online course
Strong Start: Welcome to Douglas College is a self-paced, self-enrolled course that lives right in your Blackboard. Learn about all the Douglas College essentials, such as where to find your classes and how to get your student ID. Discover all the services available to you, including one-on-one counselling and tutoring workshops, so you can be a successful student. Plus, find out how you can stay healthy with fitness classes and wellness events, and how you can contribute to the Douglas College community.
Strong Start Blackboard Course will be available beginning August 10 for new students starting in September 2023.
Make sure you complete the Strong Start Survey for a chance to win prizes!
Orientation Workshops
Our orientation workshops set you up for success at Douglas College. These workshops are hosted on Zoom and/or in-person. Registration is required to attend.
Don't forget to check out the Learning Centre webpage to learn about their upcoming workshops.
In this session, learn why academic integrity is important in your studies and the risks and consequences of academic misconduct. Find out what is expected of students at Douglas College, including the mandatory course DCUE 0100 Academic Integrity. Plus, you could win a gift card just by attending!
Peer Tutors from the Learning Centre share strategies to help you get ready for your first semester by creating a study schedule, note-taking strategies, active-reading, communicating with your instructor, etc. Join us to learn all the handy tips to be a successful Douglas College student and get a chance to win a $25 gift card!
A casual welcome to our first-semester international students! We will introduce you to our Douglas College International team and the services we can provide you to help you throughout your time at Douglas. We will also cover Canadian culture and tips for settling into your new home.
Planning on Travelling to Canada? There are a few things to be aware of before you make an informed decision. Point of Entry update, travel documents, booking your flight, arriving in YVR and more.
An overview of the different medical insurance for international students at Douglas including MSP, Guard.me and the DSU extended heath care.
Overview of important documents, enrollment status, working eligibility, SIN numbers, and PGWP.
Studying in Canada can be very different than your home country. Attend this workshop to learn about tips for success and pitfalls to avoid.
Get matched with a senior international student who can mentor you through your first semester at Douglas.
In collaboration with the Career Center, we will introduce you to some of your options for career skills and support at Douglas College.
In this session, learn why academic integrity is important in your studies and the risks and consequences of academic misconduct. Find out what is expected of students at Douglas College, including the mandatory course DCUE 0100 Academic Integrity. Plus, you could win a $50 gift card just by attending!
Faculty-Specific Orientation Sessions
Get a head start on getting oriented for your first semester by attending the Faculty-Specific Orientation Sessions! In these sessions, you will have the opportunity to meet your faculty staff and instructors and receive information about classes and tips on how to be a successful student. Not sure which faculty you are in? Check out the programs webpage.
Aug. 28, 1:30–6:00pm, Coquitlam Campus, A1470
| 1:00 PM | Check-in, Lunch (Atrium in Building A/B) |
| 2:00 PM | Theatre Welcome (Lecture Theatre (A1470) |
| 3:30 PM | Faculty Orientation |
| 5:00 PM | Campus Tours, Ask Me Tent (Atrium in Building A/B) |
Aug. 29, 9:30am–2:00pm, New Westminster Campus, Laura C. Muir Theatre
| 9:00 AM | Check-in (Concourse on Level 2) |
| 9:30 AM | Theatre Welcome (Laura C. Muir Theatre (N4100) |
| 11:00 AM | Faculty Orientation |
| 12:30 PM | Lunch, Campus tours, Ask Me tent & other guests (Concourse) |
Aug. 23, 1:30–6:00pm, New Westminster Campus, Laura C. Muir Theatre
| 1:00 PM | Check-in, Lunch (Concourse on Level 2) |
| 2:00 PM | Theatre Welcome (Laura C. Muir Theatre (N4100) |
| 3:30 PM | Faculty Orientation |
| 5:00 PM | Campus tours, Ask Me tent & other guests (Concourse) |
Aug. 28, 9:00am–1:30pm, Coquitlam Campus, A1470
| 8:30 AM | Check-in (Atrium in Building A/B) |
| 9:00 AM | Theatre Welcome (Lecture Theatre (A1470) |
| 10:30 AM | Faculty Orientation |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch, Ask Me tent & other guests (Atrium) |
Aug. 22, 9:00am–1:00pm, New Westminster Campus, Laura C. Muir Theatre
| 8:30 AM | Check-in (Concourse on Level 2) |
| 9:00 AM | Theatre Welcome by Student Life (Laura C. Muir Theatre (N4100) |
| 10:00 AM | Faculty Specific Orientation |
| 11:00 AM | Campus tours, Ask Me tent & other guests (Concourse) |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch |
Aug. 23, 9:00am–1:00pm, New Westminster Campus, Laura C. Muir Theatre
| 8:30 AM | Check-in (Concourse on Level 2) |
| 9:00 AM | Theatre Welcome (Laura C. Muir Theatre (N4100) |
| 10:30 AM | Faculty Orientation |
| 12:30 PM | Socials (Room S1650/S1670), Ask Me tent & other guests (Concourse) |
Aug. 24, 9:30am–2:00pm, Coquitlam Campus, A1470
| 9:00 AM | Check-in (Atrium in Building A/B) |
| 9:30 AM | Theatre Welcome (Lecture Theatre (A1470) |
| 11:00 AM | Faculty Orientation |
| 12:30 PM | Socials, Ask Me tent & other guests (Atrium) |
Orientation sessions
We are so excited to welcome you to Douglas College. Get a head start on getting oriented for your first semester by attending our in-person orientation sessions.
Why should students attend?
Through these sessions, Student Life will provide you your first look at life on campus, tell you about upcoming events, and provide you with information on college services to support you on your academic journey. Request to go on a campus tour to learn where your classes will be held! We’ll also be giving away awesome prizes for students who attend New Student Orientation.
Orientation Sessions are open to all new students as well as to parents/supporters.
| 4:30 PM | Check-in (Atrium in Building A/B) |
| 5:00 PM | Orientation Session (Lecture Theatre A1470) |
| 6:30 PM | Participant Q&A |
| 7:00 PM | Campus tours, Ask Me tent & other guests (Atrium) |
| 4:30 PM | Check-in (Concourse on Level 2) |
| 5:00 PM | Orientation Session (Laura C. Muir Theatre N4100) |
| 6:30 PM | Participant Q&A |
| 7:00 PM | Campus tours, Ask Me tent & other guests (Concourse) |
Orientation for international students
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the New International Student Orientation on August 30th, 31st and September 1st at the New Westminster campus!
We hope you had a great time meeting your peers, exploring the campus and getting a head start on completing the international student checklist.
Parking info and how to get to campus
Douglas College New Westminster campus is easily accessible by Skytrain and is a short uphill walk on the 8th Street from the New Westminster Skytrain station. To find out more information on how to get to campus, please check Getting to Douglas page.
If you are driving to the college, please find parking information on the Parking page.
Health and Safety
We ask anyone who is unwell or shows any symptoms to please stay home. We also ask that you respect everyone's comfort levels and to please refer to our COVID policy.