Let’s Get Social
The fun doesn’t stop after AC Day 1. From January 7-8, join us for two days of programming designed to help you meet your peers and learn about important College departments! Open to all Algonquin College students.
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Tuesday, January 7
9 am-2 pm • The AC Hub Pop-Up
Stop by the AC Hub Pop-Up to check out what the AC Hub has to offer without making the trip all the way to E Building! Enjoy music, activities, prizes, snacks and refreshments while experiencing AC Hub vibes!
Location: 2nd Floor of ACCE/CA Building (Next to the Fix Eatery)
9 am-4 pm • Mamidosewin Centre Drop-In
Drop by the Mamidosewin Centre to say hi and meet the staff! At the Centre, you can learn about Indigenous student initiatives and programs, opportunities to get involved, and upcoming events!
Location: Mamidosewin Centre (Room E122, 1st Floor, E Building)
10 am-2 pm • The Chill Zone
10 am-2 pm • The Social Room
Start your first week of college off right by visiting the Social Room for a day full of fun activities including live music, bracelet making, a photo booth, snacks and refreshments, and MORE! The Social Room will feature a variety of opportunities for you to make new friends and connections in whatever way you’re comfortable with!
Location: The AC Hub (2nd Floor, E Building)
10 am-4 pm • Spiritual Centre Drop-In
10 am-6 pm • Arcade Mania
11 am-1 pm • Brunch and Activities in the Zone
11 am-1 pm • Spin to Win: True or False Challenge with the Library and Student Learning Centre
Are you ready to test your knowledge? Answer a series of true or false questions about the Library’s and Student Learning Centre’s services and resources. Each correct answer gives you the chance to spin the wheel and win exciting prizes. Don’t miss this fun opportunity to learn more and take home a reward! Let’s see how much you know and win big!
Location: AC Library Main Desk – Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building)
Wednesday, January 8
10 am-6 pm • Arcade Mania
11 am-1 pm • AC Hub Kick-Off Party
11 am-1 pm • Student Support Services Fair
Student Support Services at Algonquin College offers a wide range of resources to support students throughout their college journey. From academic assistance to mental and physical health services, Student Support Services has everything you need to thrive. Visit the Student Support Services Fair to learn more about these services and how to access them.
Location: 2nd Floor, E Building (Outside of the AC Hub)
Need some additional support?
No worries. We have booths and experts ready to help you on January 7 and 8.
Print Services Drop-In Booth • January 7, 10 am-2 pm
Do you have questions about how to use the on-campus printers? On January 7, between 10 am-2 pm, drop by the Print Services booth where an expert can instruct you on how to print on campus, show you the online printing processes, and answer any additional questions you may have.
Location: 1st Floor, E Building (Across from Booster Juice)
Course Materials Drop-In Booth • January 7, 10 am-2 pm
On January 7, between 10 am-2 pm, drop by this booth to ask any questions you may have about your course materials and booklist, and check out Connections: The Campus Store while you’re there!
Event Location: Outside of Connections: The Campus Store (1st Floor, H Building)
AC Card and U-Pass Service Centre • Weekdays, 8:30 am-4:30 pm (Until January 17)
The AC Card and U-Pass Service Centre will be bustling at the Marketplace Food Court and will cater to students who have already submitted their photo online (to acphoto.algonquincollege.com) and need to collect their AC Card + U-Pass. No appointment is necessary.
The Card Service Centre in the Marketplace Food Court will continue to operate during regular business hours (8:30 am- 4:30 pm) on weekdays until January 17.
Location: Marketplace Food Court (D Building)
ITS Network Support Drop-In Booths • January 7 & 8, 9 am-1 pm
On January 7 and 8, between 9 am-1 pm, get on-the-spot tech support for connecting to the college’s Wifi, downloading software, accessing ACSIS and Brightspace, and more!
Booth Locations:
- Building H next to Savoir Fare
- Building C next to Nawapon