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International Student Orientation Summer 2024
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Wednesday, April 10
 

10:00am PDT

Early arriving students Check-in
Come check in with us if you are already in Kamloops.

- Apply for MSP BC: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance/how-to-apply-for-msp.html
More about medical insurance https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance.html
- Banking
- Cell phone plan
- Service Canada (to get your Social Insurance Number if applicable)
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/sin/apply.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/portfolio/service-canada.html

Wednesday April 10, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)
 
Wednesday, April 17
 

10:00am PDT

Early arriving students Check-in
Come check in with us if you are already in Kamloops. *** if you checked in earlier on April 10, you do not have to come ***

- Apply for MSP BC: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance/how-to-apply-for-msp.html
More about medical insurance https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance.html
- Banking
- Cell phone plan
- Service Canada (to get your Social Insurance Number if applicable)
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/sin/apply.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/portfolio/service-canada.html

Wednesday April 17, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)
 
Thursday, April 25
 

9:30am PDT

Airport Reception
During the Arrival Reception, TRU staff and student volunteers are at the Kamloops Airport to welcome you. A TRU bus will pick you up from the Kamloops Airport and drop you off at your residence.

Homestay students are met by their host family at a pre-arranged arrival time.

For students arriving before or after the dates above, Taxi/shuttle service is available at the airport. Taxis cost approximately CAD$40 and Shuttle bus approximately $20). There is also a free telephone you can use to call the taxi companies (Yellow cabs and Kami cabs), located on the wall inside the Kamloops Airport terminal building.
Students who arrive by bus can also call a taxi service below.

  • Yellow Cabs: 250-374-3333
  • Kami Cabs: 250-374-9999 or kamidispatch@gmail.com
  • Airport Shuttle: 250-314-4803
  • Uride (similar to Uber)

Thursday April 25, 2024 9:30am - 9:45am PDT
Kamloops Airport 3035 Airport Road, Kamloops, BC
 
Monday, April 29
 

10:00am PDT

Main Check-in
Come check in with us if you are already in Kamloops. *** if you checked in earlier on April 10 or 17, you do not have to come ***

- Apply for MSP BC: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance/how-to-apply-for-msp.html
More about medical insurance https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance.html
- Service Canada (to get your Social Insurance Number if applicable)
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/sin/apply.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/portfolio/service-canada.html

Monday April 29, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)
 
Thursday, May 2
 

8:00am PDT

Breakfast
Food! Courtesy of TRU World.

Thursday May 2, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Panorama Rooms, 3rd floor, IB (International Building) Panorama Rooms, 3rd floor, IB (International Building)

9:00am PDT

Orientation Grand Opening Ceremony
Come join us for a breakfast and meet the awesome staff members of TRU along with the volunteers who will help in making your  first experience at TRU a smooth sailing and memorable one.

Thursday May 2, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Panorama Rooms, 3rd floor, IB (International Building) Panorama Rooms, 3rd floor, IB (International Building)

10:00am PDT

Get to Know your International Student Advisors Team ENGLISH
This session is customized specifically for you as an international student!

In this session you will learn about how to adjust to your new life in Kamloops, and at TRU. You will also learn about the best places to go to in Kamloops for recreation, outdoor activities, shopping, groceries and much more.
Find out who your International Student Advisers are, and why they are your most valuable resource.

Thursday May 2, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
Panorama Rooms, 3rd floor, IB (International Building) Panorama Rooms, 3rd floor, IB (International Building)

10:00am PDT

Get to Know your International Student Advisors Team JAPANESE
This session is customized specifically for you as an international student!

In this session you will learn about how to adjust to your new life in Kamloops, and at TRU. You will also learn about the best places to go to in Kamloops for recreation, outdoor activities, shopping, groceries and much more.
Find out who your International Student Advisers are, and why they are your most valuable resource.

*** this session is conducted in Japanese by ISA Rika Kimura *** 

Thursday May 2, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
IB 1023 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1023) IB 1023 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1023)

11:30am PDT

12:00pm PDT

Lunch with Academic & Program Advising
Food! Courtesy of TRU World.

Thursday May 2, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Terrace Room, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) Terrace Room, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)

1:00pm PDT

Get to know your Academic Advising Team!
This session is customized specifically for you as an international student!

In this session you will learn about your Academic and/or your Program Advisor!
Learn about your program & courses, where to go for best academic and program advice and much more!

Academic Advising - Current Students | Thompson Rivers University (tru.ca) 

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm PDT
Panorama Rooms, 3rd floor, IB (International Building) Panorama Rooms, 3rd floor, IB (International Building)

1:00pm PDT

Get to know your Program Advising Team - Gaglardi!
This session is customized specifically for you as an international student!

In this session you will learn about your Program Advisor -Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics
Learn about your program & courses, this is a special session for those who are studying business (BBA), including graduate and post bac students.


Thursday May 2, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm PDT
IB 1010 - classroom, 1st floor of IB IB 1010 - classroom, 1st floor of IB
 
Friday, May 3
 

8:00am PDT

Breakfast
Food! Courtesy of TRU World.

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)

9:00am PDT

Studying and Working in Canada
This is the session that covers everything you need to know about study and work in Canada.

Part one, 30min approx, will be about career and experiential learning, also known as a plan for Success. This session will help you to navigate on campus resources with Career Education and Co-op, and build your toolbox for future career goals.

Part two, 60min, will explain the importance of visa/study permit and interpret the rules of working in British Columbia. International students rights and responsibilities in an educational institution will be discussed.

Speakers
avatar for Zahid Sheikh

Zahid Sheikh

International Student Advisor, RCIC


Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)

10:30am PDT

Safe and Sound: Do's and Don'ts in Canada
Do you want to explore how things are similar or different from back home? Learn what is acceptable and not acceptable behavior in Canada, how to stay out of trouble while you are attending an educational institution.  
And more importantly: what supports are available to keep you safe and sound!

Be SCAM aware!
https://www.tru.ca/risk-management-services/security/safety-guides/fraud-and-scam.html


Friday May 3, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)

11:30am PDT

Sustainable TRU
Learn why TRU is the leader in Sustainability and how you can a part of it too!

Sustainable TRU: Thompson Rivers University


Friday May 3, 2024 11:30am - 11:50am PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)

12:00pm PDT

Lunch
Food! Courtesy of TRU World.

Friday May 3, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Terrace Room, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) Terrace Room, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)

1:00pm PDT

Housing & more
Friday May 3, 2024 1:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)

1:30pm PDT

Meet Volunteer Kamloops!

Speakers
MD

Melisa Dyck

Volunteer Kamloops


Friday May 3, 2024 1:30pm - 1:45pm PDT
IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014) IB 1014 (International Building, 1st floor, Classroom 1014)

2:00pm PDT

TRU Library & Makers Space tour

Meet at the Makerspace in House of Learning.
Makerspace is located behind the Tim Hortons in TRU’s Brown Family House of Learning Building.
Find out how TRU Library could be your best friend!

Speakers

Friday May 3, 2024 2:00pm - 2:30pm PDT

2:30pm PDT

Hiking Adventures!
Adventure with the TRUSU Hiking Club! Be aware of the bear!

Wear a comfortable clothing and RIGHT SHOES.
You might consider bringing a hat and sunscreen if it is sunny.
Use your reusable water bottle you got from our welcome kit to bring water for your tour.
We will have sign up sheets for hiking circulating during the breakfast and morning sessions so we know who is coming to hike in the afternoon.

Speakers

Friday May 3, 2024 2:30pm - 4:00pm PDT
Hiking trail Hiking trail
 
Wednesday, May 8
 

10:00am PDT

Late Check-in & Late Orientation
Come check in with us if you are already in Kamloops. *** if you checked in earlier on April 10 or 17 or 29, you do not have to come ***

Apply for MSP BC: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance/how-to-apply-for-msp.html
More about medical insurance https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance.html

You can apply for SIN if applicable online ->
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/sin/apply.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/portfolio/service-canada.html

Wednesday May 8, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
Panorama C, 3rd floor, IB Panorama C, 3rd floor, IB
 
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