Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ

Four enthusiastic students in winter clothing jump for joy with hands raised, facing away, against the backdrop of a stunning mountain range.

Winter Orientation

Welcome to the Vernon campus

Welcome to the Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ community! Check out this page for information you will need to get started as a new Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ student.  Scroll through the sections below for a complete guide to orientation before the semester begins.  We want to make sure that you have a smooth transition to Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ and are here if you need us!

Be sure to look over the prep for the semester section for courses you should do before the semester begins.

Prep for the semester

Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ respectfully acknowledges that our Penticton, Kelowna and Vernon campuses are located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan People, our Salmon Arm campus is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Secwépemc, and our Revelstoke centre is located on the traditional and unceded territories of the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, Sinixt and Syilx Okanagan Peoples.

Fall Orientation 2024 events supported by

Prep for the coming semester

Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ 101

Highly encouraged for all students

Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ Ready-COMING SOON!

Round out your Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ readiness with the Moodle course, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ Ready. This course will introduce you to all the services and supports the College offers.

  • Learn about Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ
  • Familiarize yourself with the services available to you
  • Get ready to be an Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ student

Meet friends and have fun this term

Need a study break? Looking to meet fellow students while staying safe? Want to win cool prizes? Follow Student Life activities and events scheduled throughout the term: online games, cultural activities, videos and more! There is a lot happening throughout the term, and keep an eye out for giveaways for participating.

Follow us on Facebook

Get in the loop with campus events, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ programs and news by following the Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ Vernon campus Facebook page.

Campus map

Finding your way around a new building can be daunting. Check out this handy downloadable map of the Vernon campus, and never be lost again.

Meet your peers

Join the Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ Vernon campus - New Students Facebook group to meet other Vernon students, ask questions, keep up with student life events and activities, see local job and housing postings and get to know your Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ community! 

Have questions?

We are here to help

Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ's mission is to transform lives and communities. We know that starts with you.

Questions about Orientation? Contact vernoncampus@okanagan.bc.ca