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Begin your Journey at Western!
Our International Student Orientation site is a comprehensive collection of online modules and resources to ensure your success at Western, but it is so much more! It is also your place to connect with services on campus, learn about upcoming social events, and explore the tools to make the most of your time here at Western!
It is a place to build our virtual #GlobalWesternU community from every corner of the planet, and we encourage you to participate!
Wondering about getting settled in Canada, your quarantine experience, or studying remotely? Login to the International Student Orientation OWL site, click on your topics of interest, and discover some of what Western has to offer!
Welcome Party
All new undergraduate and graduate international students are invited to attend our virtual #GlobalWesternU New Student Party on May 5, 2022, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm EDT, to meet other students and staff in a casual and relaxed setting!
No matter where you are in the world, join us for this two-hour virtual event to make new friends, have some fun, and celebrate the start of the Summer 2022 term! Join us for special games and activities, some friendly competition, and a few other surprises!
Travel Updates
Canadian travel restrictions for entry continue to change. Be sure to check all the updated criteria and other steps to take before travelling on the International Arrival website. Read about vaccination requirements and other important considerations for planning your arrival.
Global Café
Connect with international and Canadian students at our weekly drop-in gatherings! This is a great way for you to meet friends from all over the world in a casual and relaxed setting.
Save the date for the first meet-up for the summer term on May 19!
Graduate Student Information
There are many resources specifically for you as a graduate student. We encourage you to explore the resources below:
Western's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
All Western students are required to submit proof of vaccination in compliance with Western's COVID-19 mandatory vaccination policy. New students should have received a message to their Western email account (@uwo.ca) with the subject line "Action Required: Mandatory COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination Status" from 'noreply@survey.uwo.ca.' This is your personalized link to upload your proof of vaccination. If you did not receive the link, please email sscm@uwo.ca.
For the latest updates on Western's COVID-19 precautions and safety measures, including masking, visit uwo.ca/coronavirus.
Please note that you may be required to obtain additional vaccines upon arrival to Canada to comply with Western’s vaccination policy, even if you are declared exempt from quarantine requirements. Please review the websites below for more information.
Follow Western International online!
International Student Network Email
As a new international student, you'll automatically be added to our mailing list for the International Student Network Email. We'll regularly communicate programming information, immigration updates, volunteer and job opportunities, resources for academic success, events where you can meet other students, and more!
You can also stay up to date, participate in contests and connect with other students through our social media channels below!
Other Resources
Some additional links and resources are below for your reference:
- COVID-19 FAQs for International Students
- Western Student Experience
- School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
- Centre for Teaching and Learning (teaching programs for Graduate Students)
Contact Us
The International and Exchange Student Centre is here to support all students - whether you are in Canada, planning to travel to Canada, or studying remotely. Please contact us by email to iesc@uwo.ca, by phone at 1-519-661-2111 ext. 89309 or arrange to meet online.
Explore all of our services on our website: International & Exchange Student Centre
Note: some photos above were taken prior to COVID-19.
