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Welcome Center / Agora - Lakehead University, 955 Oliver Rd., Thunder Bay. Look for the flags!
Welcome to our March Break Open House!
Explore everything about Lakehead as we feature our Undergraduate Degree programs and extensive student life and student services. Whether you’re coming directly from high school, considering a transfer, or upgrading skills, this is the opportunity to chat with faculty and staff and get your academic career started.
WHAT TO EXPECT
• Take part in in-classroom learnings you’ll experience as a first-year student. Check out our schedule of drop in lectures and see what it’s like to learn in our classrooms, labs and more.
• Join us for coffee and conversation with various student supports including Student Central, Student Awards & Financial Aid, Student Health & Wellness and more. Bring your questions!
• Attend a program showcase - Join faculty members for an in-depth look at what to expect as a student in specific programs. Program showcases are approximately 45 mins in length.
• Explore campus and learning spaces through an in-person tour led by current students or recruitment staff.
LUNCH ON US
Part of the campus experience is our exceptional dining options. When you are ready to experience our All-You-Care-To-Eat food plan, stop by the registration desk for your food vouchers.
BOOKSTORE DISCOUNT
All guests and attendees of the March Break Open House will receive 20% off regular priced Lakehead branded clothing at the on-campus Bookstore. Open for in-person shopping from 10 am to 4 pm daily.
PRIZES INFORMATION SESSIONS
Fill in a ballot for the daily Grand Prize Draw at the Welcome/Registration table before 3:00 pm on both Tuesday & Wednesday. One name will be drawn at the end of each day and the winner will be contacted directly!
TRAVELLING FROM OUT OF TOWN?
If you are travelling to either one of our campuses more than 150 km and are a grade 12 high school student, you are eligible to receive a campus tour bursary of up to $500. Scan to see more info!
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
LOCATION: THE STUDY
Fireside Chat: Q&A with Student Services
Meet with staff from Student Services to learn more about the ways we support our students and services available on campus.
Areas covered may included:
STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES - Learn about the services available to students with a permanent or temporary disability and/or medical conditions.
ACADEMIC ADVISING / SCHOLARSHIPS AND STUDENT LOANS - Questions around class selection, timetables, options within a program and academic plans.
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTRE - Learn about the many SSC services for students including free tutoring, academic workshops, leadership programs, co-curricular records, career development and exploration, orientation and more.
CAREER SERVICES & CO-OP- Learn more about the many supports in place from Career Services and Co-op including resume services, job searching, interview preparation and career exploration
INDIGENOUS INITIATIVES - At Lakehead’s Orillia campus, the Indigenous student community is growing and so are our programming and services. Learn more about the various events, activities, volunteer and employment resources available for all Students.
ATHLETICS AND CAMPUS RECREATION - At Lakehead’s Orillia campus, students enjoy several ways to engage and stay active throughout the year. Find out more about joining an intramural sport, competitive team, or our City of Orillia Flex Pass student membershipProgram.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS - Lakehead is committed to the health and well-being of our students. Our Wellness Centre offers personal counselling, nurse practitioner, and naturopathic doctor services, and takes part in health promotion events throughout the year. To find out more about these services or getting involved in our student led ‘Peer Health Education’ team, speak with a member of our team today!
Outdoor Recreation Parks and Tourism Showcases
1:00 pm
LOCATION: SN 2008
This session will begin with a short overview of the Outdoor Recreation Parks and Tourism program presented by students and faculty. After the presentation, participants can take part in a hands-on activity about leadership and communication that represents a typical learning experience in our program.
Faculty of Engineering Showcase
LOCATION: CB 1010
1:00 pm 1:00 pm
LOCATION: BB 1022
Overview of Engineering at Lakehead University with focus on Chemical, Electrical and Software Engineering.
School of Nursing Program Showcase
The School of Nursing Program Showcase will provide prospective students with an overview of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Lakehead University and a hands-on lab experience in our brand-new Nursing Skills Lab.
LOCATION: SB 1028
(FIELDHOUSE)
Kinesiology Showcase
Welcome to Kinesiology! Come on over to the Fieldhouse to learn about the first year kinesiology student experience, visit our labs, and speak to current students, staff and faculty.
Arts One Program Showcase
LOCATION: RC 1003
This session is for students who are interested in the Arts, Social Sciences, or Humanities, but are undecided about which program or programs to pursue.
Social Work Program Showcase
LOCATION: RB 2044
Are you interested in an exciting career that makes a difference? Learn how to facilitate positive change in the world! Hear first hand from the Field Coordinators and students about the path to a professional career in Social Work practice!
Faculty of Business Administration Program Showcase
LOCATION: RB 1021
Faculty of Business Administration Showcase. Learn about what a business degree can do to advance a career in multiple fields. Whether you want to start a business or work in a private enterprise or a non-profit organization, find out how our programs blend classroom learning and applied experiences to prepare you for your career.
For Every One of Your Questions There is a Story (English Program Lecture)
LOCATION: RB 1047
Come explore how stories shape our identities, our politics and even what we buy. The discipline of English can help us better understand ourselves, one another and the world around us.
Faculty of Education Program Showcase
LOCATION: BL 2038
Talking about Teaching: A presentation on our Concurrent Education Programs and the 2 year Professional Program. Topics will include teachables, admission requirements, Ontario College of Teachers and student teaching placements. Interested in becoming a teacher? Don’t miss this presentation.
Faculty of Engineering Showcase
Overview of Engineering at Lakehead University with focus on Civil, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering.
LOCATION: CB 1010
pm 1:45 pm 1:45 pm
LOCATION: BB 1022
School of Nursing Program Showcase
The School of Nursing Program Showcase will provide prospective students with an overview of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Lakehead University and a hands-on lab experience in our brand-new Nursing Skills Lab.
SIT-IN CLASS EXPERIENCES
10:00 am - 11:30 am
LOCATION: RB 1042
Civil Engineering Program Lecture: Dynamics I
Principles of dynamics and their application to engineering problems; particle and rigid body kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, kinetics of plane motion of rigid bodies, mass moments and products of inertia. Bring a calculator, pen and paper so you can try to solve some of the questions in class. Presented by Dr. Amir Azimi
10:00 am - 11:30 am
LOCATION: AT 1006
Electrical Engineering Program Lecture: Power Electronics I
Introduction to power semiconductor devices: structure, principles of operation and characteristics. Trigger and timer circuits; commutation and protection; controlled and uncontrolled AC-DC converters and AC-AC cycloconverter voltage controllers; DC-DC chopper circuits; switch mode power supplies; DC motor control; DC-AC inverter circuits; AC motor control and uninterruptible power supplies. Presented by Dr. Apparao Dekka
LOCATION: RB 2047
Mechanical Engineering Program Lecture: Mechanics of Materials II
Transformation equations for plane stress and plane strain; principal and maximum shearing stresses and strains, Mohr’s circle. Stresses in thin-walled pressure vessels. Combined loading problems. Beam deflection by integration, and super-position. Buckling; Euler’s equation for columns, the secant formula and empirical column formulas. Strain rosette analysis. Presented by Dr. Hao Bai
Mathematics Program Lecture: Math for INEP Students I
LOCATION: RB 2025
Continues on from Mathematics 1135. Topics include: exponents; scientific notation; calculator usage; solving equations; formula manipulation; and descriptive statistics, including graphs and measures of central tendency. Presented by Mr. John F. Kimball
Chemical Engineering Program Lecture: Unit Operations I
LOCATION: AT 4019
Study of the heat transfer unit operations important to chemical engineering. Theory of heat transfer by three modes: conduction, convection and radiation. Unsteady-state heat transfer. Design and analysis of heat exchangers. Design and analysis of evaporators. Presented by Dr. Lionel J. Catalan
Electrical Engineering Program Lecture: Electronics I
LOCATION: AT 2004
Semiconductor theory applied to p-n junctions, bipolar and field effect transistors; diode circuits; rectifiers; safety in the workplace; transistor biasing circuits and stabilization; small signal amplifier analysis; frequency response of small signal amplifiers. Presented by Dr. Krishnamoorthy Natara
Economics Program Lecture: Microeconomics II
LOCATION: RB 3049
A continuation of Microeconomics I. Topics include: welfare economics, public goods, externalities, information theory, principalagent problems and game theory. Presented by Dr. Robert J. Petrunia
Biology Program Lecture: Genetics
LOCATION: SN 1015
An introduction to the principles of inheritance, modern gene concepts and basic population genetics is presented in a lecture, laboratory and problem-solving format. Presented by Dr. Wensheng Qin
Business Program Lecture: Marketing Management II
LOCATION: RB 1044
Building upon the concepts and techniques introduced in Marketing I, this course introduces the major marketing policy decisions that influence the successful design and implementation of the organization’s marketing strategy. Emphasizing a decision-making perspective, this case course requires students to consider formulation and management of the firm’s product policies, pricing strategy, promotional programs and distribution channels. In addition, students are introduced to selected topics of current interest to marketing managers. Today’s lecture will be on digital marketing. Presented by Dr. Joel A. Mohr
Nursing Program Lecture: Nursing Inquiry
LOCATION: SN 1015
Promotes an understanding of professional knowledge in nursing by exploring what constitutes knowledge, information and evidence. A beginning appreciation of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies will be fostered including the development of critical reasoning skills in identifying, consuming, and applying appropriate forms of knowledge and information in nursing practice. Presented by Ms. Kristen McConnell
Civil Engineering Program Lecture: Dynamics I
LOCATION: RB 1042
Principles of dynamics and their application to engineering problems; particle and rigid body kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, kinetics of plane motion of rigid bodies, mass moments and products of inertia. Presented by Dr. Meilan Liu
