HS25: Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education

Explore the vibrant world of Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Concurrent Education with a full day of engaging sessions, tours, and hands-on support.

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Overview

Head Start is an on-campus summer orientation program for incoming first-year students and their parents and supporters, run by the Student Success & Leadership Centre.
Join us for Head Start 2025 as we welcome incoming students from FAHSS and Concurrent Education! This tailored day will introduce you to the campus, student life, and academic success tools you’ll need to start strong. You’ll meet your future peers and faculty, tour key buildings, and get insights from upper-year students. Whether you’re pursuing a creative passion or preparing for a teaching career, this day is designed to help you thrive.

 

Register and Check-in to Win!

Incoming undergraduate students who register for and check-in at Head Start will be entered to win a $500 tuition voucher, plus an entry into the Grand Prize draw for a $2000 tuition voucher!*

*Click here to view our full contest rules and regulations.

Event Program & Activities

Questions throughout the day? 

Visit the Information Desk located in the Toldo Lobby during the morning or the Late Check-In table at lunch hour or ask a professional staff member in a blue polo.

Morning (9:00am to 10:10am)

Check-in for Students & Supporters/Guests

9:00 am - 9:30 am
Toldo Lobby

Check in for a chance to win! Click for more details…

Faculty Welcome

9:30 am - 9:35 am
Toldo 100 & Toldo 104

Receive a warm UWindsor welcome from Dr. Brent Lee, the Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (FAHSS) and listen to his advice about how you can achieve your highest potential inside and outside the classroom.

University 101 Program

9:40 am - 10:10 am
Toldo 100 & Toldo 104

Learn about the differences between high school and university from our student leaders!

Student Sessions (10:20am to 12:45pm)

Student Panel

10:20 am - 11:00 am
Toldo 100

Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a student in university from upper year students.

Student Campus Tour

11:00 am - 11:45 am

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

Program Success Session

11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Toldo 100

Learn about how to be successful in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.

Supporter Sessions (10:15am to 12:40pm)

Supporter Break

10:15 am - 10:30 am
Education Building 1101

Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee, and snacks.

Supporting Your Student

10:30 am - 11:30 pm
Education Building 1101

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

Supporter Break

11:30 am - 11:40 am
Education Building 1101

Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee, and snacks.

Supporter Panel

11:40 am - 12:40 pm
Education Building 1101

Parents, guests, and other supporters have the opportunity to ask questions they have about their student’s transition to University. Current students and University of Windsor faculty members will share their insights.

Afternoon Activities (12:45pm to 1:30pm)

Lunch

12:45 pm - 1:30 pm
CAW Student Centre

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.

Connecting to Education

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Education 1101

Are you in Concurrent Education? This session 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! At the conclusion of this session, participants will be offered a campus tour by one of our student leaders.

Optional Activities

Navigating UWinsite Student

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
G101A Computer Lab, Leddy Library

Do you need help navigating course registration? This session will orient you to the various features of UWinsite and offers in-person assistance from an Academic Advisor.

Visit The Campus Bookstore!

9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Lower Level of the CAW Student Centre

Get your UWindsor campus gear by visiting our Campus Bookstore. This is your opportunity to get a feel for where your textbooks will be available for pick up in September.

Visit Student Awards & Financial Aid Office

12:45 pm - 3:00 pm
1st Floor, Chrysler Hall Tower

Do you have finance related questions? Drop by our Student Awards and Financial Aid Office to get information and resources about financial aid eligibility and awards open to students.

Afternoon Tours (Leaving the DJ Booth at 1:30pm)

Join us for an afternoon of touring some of the key locations on the University of Windsor Campus. Learn more about the locations and their amenities while taking the opportunity to ask questions and get a sneak peak at what Campus life at UWindsor might look like for you!

Note: You do not need to stay for the whole tour! You are welcome to join or leave the tour at any time. If there is anything else you would like to see that is not on this schedule, please ask one of our staff members in the blue and gold shirts!

Living Off Campus Tour

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

The length of the Living Off Campus Tour is approximately 1 hour and will include the following stops:

  • Leddy Library (10 minutes)
  • Residence (30-45 minutes)
  • Toldo Lancer Centre (40 minutes)

School of Dramatic Arts Building Tour

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

This length of the School of Dramatic Arts Building Tour is just over 1 hour and will include the following stops:

  • Jackman Dramatic Art Centre (20 minutes)
  • Leddy Library (10 minutes)
  • Residence (30-45 minutes)

Downtown Campus Tours

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

School of Creative Arts

Tours will be offered every 45 minutes (1:45pm, 2:30pm, 3:15pm) located at the Armouries Building – 37 University Ave. E.

School of Social Work

Tours will be offered every 30 minutes (1:30pm, 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm) located at Windsor Hall – 167 Ferry St.

Socal Work Academic Advising will be available between 1pm and 3pm.

Downtown Parking: Please visit the DJ booth at lunch to obtain a free parking token for our downtown parking lots.