Connect Week
Orientation doesn't end after one week! Join us for Connect Week, a range of activities designed to support you as the semester kicks off.ÌýÌý
Week 1 of class

Campus Quest - hosted by YouX
Monday 28 July - Friday 1 August
A fun and interactive scavenger hunt, hosted by YouX to help you get to know your campus. Complete missions and answer trivia questions for the chance to win our BIGGEST prize of $1,000!!
Participate in teams of up to 5 people and join at anytime during the week. There are a range of different prizes up for grabs including: cash, mystery picnic experiences, Hijinx Hotel vouchers, VR experiences and more!
Keep an eye out on the for instructions on how to join the Campus Quest. Ìý
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Monday 28 July
AU Sportopia Event
11:00am – 3:00pm at the Cloisters
Sportopia returns to campus 28–29 July, with sport-themed fun, great prizes, and good times! Tell your friends and get ready to play for FUN and play for PERKS! While you're there, visit and have a chat with AU Sport clubs to find out how you can get involved!Ìý
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Tuesday 29 July
Academic Support Expo
11:00am – 2:00pmÌýin Hub Central
Want to study smarter, not harder? Come to the Academic Support Expo and connect with services like the Maths Learning Centre, Writing Centre, and other academic support teams ready to help you succeed. Whether you're new to uni or well into your studies, these services can boost your skills, confidence, and grades. Pick up and complete a bingo card at the Expo and collect a free donut!Ìý
AU Sportopia Event
11:00am – 3:00pm at the Cloisters
Sportopia returns to campus 28–29 July, with sport-themed fun, great prizes, and good times! Tell your friends and get ready to play for FUN and play for PERKS! While you're there, visit and have a chat with AU Sport clubs to find out how you can get involved!Ìý
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Wednesday 30 July
Personal Support Expo
11:00am – 2:00pm Ìýin Hub Central
Uni life isn’t just about assignments—it’s about you, too. At the Personal Support Expo, meet the friendly faces from key services like Disability Support, Student Wellbeing, and more. Whether you're starting out or halfway through your degree, discover the support systems here to help you navigate challenges, look after your mental health, and make the most of your time at uni. Pick up and complete a bingo card at the Expo and go in the drawer to win a massive prize!
Midwinter BBQ - hosted by YouXÌý
11:00am - 3:00pm at the Barr Smith LawnsYouX is hosting the Midwinter BBQ – a welcome party for all UofA students, new and continuing. Come along and enjoy free lunch, music, games, foam clay creations, friendship bracelets, stalls and freebies. You can also cuddle an animal at the petting zoo or try marshmallow toasting.
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Thursday 31st July
Aussie Quiz - hosted by YouXÌý
4:00pm - 6:00pm at Rumours, Level 6, Union HouseAttention all international students! How well do you know your Aussie Culture? We’re talking’ all things Australiana, from snacks to pop culture to slang.
Join YouX for an afternoon of friendly competition, as we battle it out with an Aussie Quiz! You’ll be competing for some seriously good prizes including gift vouchers and iconic Australian experiences, so join us for snacks, hot food, drinks and all things Australian culture!
Registrations are essential, via the .