Olds College welcomes all our students, new and returning, to campus for 2026! To celebrate and officially kick off the semester, Welcome Week will host several social events, information sessions and opportunities for you to get to know Olds College staff and faculty.
| Date | Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 28, 2026 | Broncos Homecoming Party Celebrate the unofficial start of another Broncos Season, alongside our athletes before they head into training. |
8 p.m.–12 a.m. | The Crossing |
| Sept. 8, 2026 | Get to Know Your Community Connect with on-campus departments, student services, and local businesses and organizations that are available to support you at the Get to Know Your Community Vendor Fair. Discover what's available and build connections on campus and in the community. |
10 a.m.–2 p.m. | Alumni Centre |
| Sept. 8, 2026 | Welcome to the Herd Barbecue Lunch Enjoy a free lunch at the SAOC's fifth annual Welcome to the Herd Barbecue to kick off the academic year. Enjoy delicious food, cold drinks, lawn games and music. Sponsored by Westview Co-op. |
12–3 p.m. | Central Green Space |
| Sept. 8, 2026 | Meet the Broncos Join Broncos student-athletes for lawn games, giveaways and a draw for Broncos swag. This is your chance to show your school spirit and get excited for an action-packed year as we kick off the fall athletics season! |
10 a.m.–3 p.m. | The Central Gardens |
| Sept. 8, 2026 | The Crossing's Big First Day Party Finish out your first day with a night of music, libations and unfiltered campus energy, featuring DJ Dave from Ranchman's. |
8 p.m.–12 a.m. | The Crossing |
| Sept. 9, 2026 | Meet the Broncos Join Broncos student-athletes for lawn games, giveaways and a draw for Broncos swag. This is your chance to show your school spirit and get excited for an action-packed year as we kick off the fall athletics season! |
10 a.m.–3 p.m. | The Central Gardens |
| Sept. 10, 2026 | A Beer with Sam In loving memory of Samuel Tyler Day, April 30, 1998 – July 3, 2022, Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Class of 2022 Graduate. Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day, and A Beer with Sam is hosted annually in honour of our dear friend and classmate, in the hopes that it will bring people together and open up conversations. |
4–7 p.m. | The Crossing |
| Sept. 13, 2026 | Broncos Women's Soccer Home Opener Come cheer on your Broncos women's soccer team as they take on the UAA Vikings in the 2026-27 Season Home Opener! Free entry to all fans, and don't forget to wear your Bronco Blue. |
1 p.m. Kickoff | Pioneer Field |
| Date | Workshop | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept. 10, 2026 | Strategies for Better Time Management Managing your time is easier when you can see both the big picture and what needs to happen each week. In this workshop, you will learn how to use a semester calendar and weekly plan, use the BEST strategy to break down and organize your work, and try practical strategies to help you move past procrastination. You will leave with tools you can use to manage your time and stay on track throughout the semester. |
12–1 p.m. | LRC 839 |
| Sept. 17, 2026 | Strategies for Better Note Taking Good notes can help you stay engaged in class, organize important information, and make studying easier. In this workshop, you will explore the goals of notetaking, the three phases of effective notetaking, and different notetaking systems you can use. You will leave with practical strategies to help you take clearer, more useful notes in your courses. |
12–1 p.m. | LRC 839 |
During Welcome Week, Residence Services will be hosting several evening events. While the majority of events will be held in Centennial Village, all are welcome to attend.
| Date | Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept. 7, 2026 | Board Game Night | 6:30–8 p.m. | Centennial Village |
| Sept. 9, 2026 | Therapy Dog Visit | 7 p.m. | Centennial Village Boardroom |
| Sept. 10, 2026 | Karaoke Night | 8–9:30 p.m. | Centennial Village |
| Sept. 14, 2026 | Paint Night | 6:30 p.m. | Centennial Village |
| Sept. 15, 2026 | Outdoor Movie Night | 8:30 p.m. | Centennial Village Courtyard |
| Sept. 16, 2026 | Dodgeball Night | 7:30–9 p.m. | FGH Gym |
| Sept. 17, 2026 | Welcome Back BBQ | 5:30 p.m. | Centennial Village Courtyard |
| Sept. 18, 2026 | Friendship Bracelet Making | 6:30–8 p.m. | Centennial Village |
Note: All returning students who are not beginning a new program should follow their schedules and attend classes as usual.
This required online orientation provides you with information about services & support on campus, campus housing information, and RESPECT training. All Olds College of Agriculture & Technology students must complete this orientation before their program starts. It doesn’t take long and will provide you with a lot of very helpful information!
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If you can’t find the information you’re looking for or need further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out! Our Student Success team is ready to help you navigate your academic journey and provide the support you need.