To help guide you as you research your options for studying at university, join our live events to meet Lakehead representatives, professors and current students. This is your opportunity to learn and ask your questions about admissions, programs, student life, and more. Select your student type from the options below to display events that are best suited to you.
As you plan for your University career, did you imagine you could connect with faculty even before your first day in class? At Lakehead, we’re anything but typical. Join one of our Program Showcases to chat directly with faculty with some of our popular programs and learn how Lakehead can prepare you both academically and professionally to achieve your goals..
Bring your questions and let’s connect you to your program of interest!
Thursday November 28th, 2024
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Discover the opportunities that await your future Thunderwolf!
Family & Supporters Night is for families and supporters of prospective students to learn more about the benefits of a Lakehead education and the supports and resources available to them. Hear from current students and faculty about how best to prepare for the transition to University, and get details on financial aid opportunities and our extensive student support services. Webinar information will be shared with registrants.
Thursday December 5th, 2024
10:00am - 2:00pm
You're invited to attend Lakehead University's Preview Day! Join us at our Thunder Bay Campus for an exciting day of exploration and discovery. This event is open to future students and their supporters interested in learning more about the Lakehead experience.
Meet with faculty, staff and current students to learn about academic programs, co-op, admissions, residence, student life and more! Event day information will be shared with registrants.
Can’t wait? Visit our program pages and explore our campuses.
Questions? Connect with recruit@lakeheadu.ca.
| VIP EVENT - Explore the North |
Thursday, December 5th, 2024 Traveling to Thunder Bay for Fall Preview Day? Join us for a VIP experience and explore the north on a guided tour! Arriving in Thunder Bay want to be picked up by Lakehead staff to get to your hotel? Let us know and we are happy to meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel accommodations. Register below and confirm your travel details. Following events at our Fall Preview Day, departing from Lakehead University the VIP EVENT - Explore the North tour begins! Our guided tour will enable you to explore the city, experience the largest freshwater lake in the world, and check out community sites along the way. The guided tour will finish at the Thunder Bay International Airport for you to begin your travels back home. Please note, registration in advance is required. Detailed event information will be shared with confirmed registrants. If you require accommodations during your visit to Thunder Bay, we recommend you stay at Days Inn North and ask for the Lakehead University rate. Staying longer? Check out the various sites and scenes of Thunder Bay. For City of Thunder Bay maps and information on things to see and do in the city, visit Thunder Bay Tourism. |
Looking to transfer from a college or university? Check out our Transfer Guide for pathway info and contact us at: recruit@lakeheadu.ca
| Transfer Student Webinar |
Have you completed some college or university credits? Looking to turn your diploma into a degree? Join us for our Transfer Student Webinar and learn about admissions, pathway agreements and transfer credit application. Have your questions answered by our advisors during our live Q&A. Engineering transfer students are encouraged to instead attend a bi-weekly virtual Info Session hosted by our Faculty. Visit: lakeheadu.ca/programs/faculties/engineering/college-transfer-program/college-visits Please note: this webinar is not suited for the following: Consecutive Education (BEd), 1 year BSW or Graduate Studies applicants. Check our website for additional upcoming webinars. |
| Engineering College Transfer Visits |
Are you a graduate engineering technologist or an engineering technology student interested in learning more about completing a Bachelor of Engineering degree? Meet with Lakehead University's Faculty of Engineering at one of our upcoming College Transfer Information Sessions. We are visiting colleges across the country! Click here to see if we are coming to your college. For answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) check out our website. Apply today! Applications are open and we encourage interested students to apply using the OUAC Undergraduate Application. Once you've applied, you can check myServices and Lakehead email account for status updates and communications. |
Simply attend Lakehead Open House events, book virtual recruiter meetings, or join campus tours—each counts as an entry. The more you participate, the better your odds! Open to Canadian residents (excluding Quebec). Contest runs from September 9, 2024, to April 30, 2025. For details and contest registration, visit here.
Unable to attend an upcoming event, but still looking to tour one of our beautiful campuses in Thunder Bay or Orillia? Book an in-person tour or explore virtually!
Book your Thunder Bay tour Book your Orillia tour Explore Virtually
Are you a current domestic high school student? A Canadian resident not currently attending an Ontario University? Looking to switch from an Ontario College or University? Do you have questions about your application or program or how to apply to residence or for scholarships and bursaries? Not sure what your next steps are?
We’re here to help! Book a one-on-one private meeting with a Recruitment Advisor today.
Click below to
see the schedule of available appointments.
If you are an International Applicant, please book an appointment with one of our International Recruitment Advisors.
If you are a graduate student, please contact our Graduate Studies department
