New Student Orientation (NSO)
We are working diligently to welcome you to your Lakers family for September. New Student Orientation (NSO) 2025 will be a hybrid program with online learning modules beginning in mid-June, in addition to in-person opportunities on Thursday July 3rd, and Friday, July 4th on campus. In the meantime, please read through the information on the NSO website, the website will be continue to be updated until all details are posted.
NSO for Supporters
Nipissing University’s NSO offers a unique programming stream just for supporters (parents, guardians, siblings, partners, etc.) to assist them in supporting their students’ transition to Nipissing University. Learn about the resources on campus and the programs available to assist your student in achieving personal and academic success. Check out the NSO website for further information.
Student Development and Services
Student Development and Services strives to offer a gateway to enriched academic and personal development for each student. Please follow the link above for an overview of the innovative and effective programs and services available to you.
Student Accessibility Self-Identification Form
If you require academic accommodations for a disability, please follow the above link for the self-identification form. Upon receiving your self-identification form, Student Accessibility Services will contact you to begin the intake process. Early identification is preferable, when possible.
NUSU
The Nipissing University Student Union (NUSU) is your student-driven organization dedicated to enhancing your university experience through advocacy, engagement, and support. The NUSU Executive Committee leads NUSU as a whole, and is composed entirely of Nipissing University students. NUSU is in charge of your health and dental plan, the fun-filled Orientation Week (lovingly called OWLS week), clubs and societies on campus, your student emergency food bank, and much more. You can find out more by going to the NUSU Student Centre, 221 College Drive, NUSU's hub for all things events, academic pursuits, and social gatherings! Follow @nusutalks on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook for updated news on what is happening on and off campus, or sign up for texts about upcoming events by texting NUSU to 71444 (reply stop to end - message and data rates may apply).
Next Steps
This is a list of everything that should be done before the beginning of the new school year in September.
Important Dates
Important Academic Dates can be found here. This page will tell you the first day of classes for each term, when holidays and study weeks are, as well as deadlines for course registration and course withdrawal.
Nipissing E-mail Account
Find out why this e-mail is so important.
Course Registration Instructions
Follow the link above for instructions on how to register for your courses. For more information on how to select courses and a walkthrough of the registration process, a link will be sent your way soon! In the meantime check out the Orientation Modules on MyNipissing starting mid-June. Registration will open on Monday, July 7th at 10:00am.