Brock University\u2019s newest Badgers will have a chance to learn more about campus life next week during a series of Smart Start and BEGIN@Brock orientation events.<\/p>\n
Led by a team of highly trained current students, the University\u2019s long-running Smart Start<\/a> academic orientation program aims to answer common questions and help incoming students connect with the Brock community.<\/p>\n Throughout the day, participants will have their course registration reviewed, meet other new students in their Faculty, tour Brock\u2019s campus and residences, and enjoy a barbecue lunch in Jubilee Court. They will also have opportunities to learn about tuition, how to apply for financial aid, how to use their Brock Card and how to access academic success supports.<\/p>\n Students are encouraged to attend their Faculty-specific day to engage with future classmates, professors, academic advisors and other support staff:<\/p>\n The program costs $65 for incoming students. Students are welcome to bring up to two guests at a cost of $20 per person to cover lunch. Registration details and schedules for each Faculty\u2019s Smart Start day<\/a> can be found on brocku.ca\/start<\/a><\/p>\n Following each Smart Start day, the University offers two immersive evening orientation experiences: BEGIN@Brock and the Campfire Social.<\/p>\n During the Campfire Social, students will have the opportunity to enjoy a meal with new friends.<\/p>\n BEGIN@Brock participants will stay in a Brock residence overnight after the Campfire Social. The following day, they will engage in interactive workshops and explore downtown St. Catharines. The program aims to help incoming students create campus connections, build confidence, develop essential skills and explore resources at Brock and beyond.<\/p>\n\n