A new cohort of more than 200 Master of Engineering students has joined the campus community, and were welcomed with an orientation session on Tuesday, Sept. 3.

The students come from all over the world to acquire advanced skills, hands-on knowledge, and experience in industry, which prepares them for an engineering career in Canada.

The session included addresses by dean of engineering Bill Van Heyst, engineering’s wellness counselling staff and the International Student Centre, in addition to presentations on academic policies, course requirements, and faculty advising.

Darryl Danelon, acting associate dean for professional programs, says the event marked his favourite day so far in the position.

“Orientation is always an exciting time as students are excited to jump into this new world, but you can really feel the energy from these students, many of whom arrived in Canada from another part of the world just days before,” he says. “The room was absolutely buzzing with smiles and excitement.”

Following the formal program, attendees toured campus, grabbed lunch from Whamburg and returned to play bingo, a chance to meet new friends and learn about their new home.