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Snow Days Winter Orientation

Welcome to the University of Guelph!

New and first-year students: get involved this January with our winter orientation programming. 

Snow Days is a month-long event opportunity to get re-oriented with all that U of G has to offer. Join us to attend events, access resources, and learn how to live your best life as a Gryphon. 

How to Participate

Student skating wearing Snow Days toque

Attend Events

Explore events on GryphLife hosted by departments and student organizations across campus! 

Look for events labelled as "Snow Days."

A student painting at a Snow Days event

Explore Resources

Find resources to help you succeed as a U of G student. Attend our 2025 Snow Days Resource Fair!

Wednesday, January 15
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 
University Centre Courtyard

Johnston Hall in winter

Access Support

Throughout Snow Days and beyond, our Student Experience advisors are here to support your transition and success this semester. 

Learn more on our advising and support page

Attend for a chance to win!

Collect code words at each of the following events for a chance to win Chicopee tubing passes, $100 gift cards, movie tickets, U of G swag and more. 

START U of G Homeroom | UC 303

  • Thursday, January 9, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
  • Monday, January 13, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
  • Friday, January 24, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 30, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. 

Transfer Student Orientation | UC 303

  • Monday, January 6, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. 
  • Tuesday, January 21, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. 

Snow Days Resource Fair | UC Courtyard

  • Wednesday, January 15, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 

Student Involvement Fair | UC Courtyard

  • Friday, January 17, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.