Schedule of the Day

This general schedule of the day gives you an idea of what to expect at Head Start! More detailed schedules will be sent to the email you registered with prior to your Head Start date.

9:00-9:30AM - Check-In  

Meet us in the Centre for Engineering Innovation lobby for check-in. Learn about the day's schedule, get your name tag, and enter our $500 tuition raffle!  

9:30AM-9:40AM – Welcome to Head Start 

Receive a warm Head Start welcome from your Faculty! 

9:40-10:15AM – University 101 Presentation

Learn about the differences between high school and university from our student leaders. After this session, students part ways with their supporters to attend separate programming. Don't worry, you will reunite at the Head Start BBQ lunch.

Students

Supporters (Parents, Family, Guests)

10:15-11:00AM – Student Panel 

Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a student at UWindsor from upper-year Lancers. 

10:15-10:30AM – Supporter Break 

Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee and snacks. 

11:00-11:45AM – Campus Tour 

Take a tour of campus to locate the buildings where some of your classes will be held and learn about our many student supports. 

10:30-11:30AM – Supporting Your Student 

Learn about key programs and resources at UWindsor that will equip you to be a valuable resource for your student's success. 

11:45AM-12:45PM – Program Success Session 

In this session you learn all about how to be a successful student, including resources and supports, in your chosen faculty. 

11:30-12:40PM – Supporter Panel 

Our student leaders and UWindsor Faculty/Staff share their insights on supporting your student's academic journey. 

12:45-1:30PM – Lunch and Resource Fair 

Join us for a complimentary BBQ lunch and take part in any of our optional afternoon offerings. Have a question about the meal plan? Don’t know where to pick up your UWin ID? Feel free to visit one of the resource fair booths or ask any of our staff members in navy blue and gold shirts.    

1:30-3:00PM - Optional Afternoon Activities We offer a range of optional activities following lunch. All afternoon sessions leave from the DJ booth at 1:30PM. 

  • Connecting to Education: On July 12 and 19, Concurrent Education students have the opportunity to attend this session, which will help you navigate your undergraduate degree requirements alongside your Bachelor of Education degree requirements. You will also connect with education society representatives and faculty members!

  • Living On Campus Tour: Visit the Leddy Library, the Toldo Lancer Centre, and UWindsor Residence buildings!

  • Living Off Campus Tour: Visit the Leddy Library and the Toldo Lancer Centre!

  • Navigating UWinsite: Do you have questions about course registration? Attend this session with our academic advising coordinator to get answers to all your questions.

  • Academic Advising: Drop by Dillon Hall Lower Level for an academic advising appointment anytime from 1-4PM.

  • Campus Bookstore: Visit the campus bookstore in the lower level of the CAW between 1-4PM. All Head Start attendees get 20% off one item! 

  • ....and much more!