Laurentian UniversityStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Term 2026

The semester, explained for Laurentian University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Term 2026
Campus terms
16
Local details
15

Academic calendar

Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 9, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

3 entries
  1. Fall Term 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter Term 2027
  3. Spring Term 2027

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Campus language

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16 terms

A

AEF
Association des étudiantes et étudiants francophones, the French-language student union.

E

East
East Residence, a modern apartment-style dorm.

G

Great Hall
The main campus dining hall located in the Parker Building.
GSA
Graduate Students' Association, representing post-graduate students.

L

LAMPS
Laurentian Association of Mature and Part-time Students.

M

MSR
Mature Student Residence, housing for students aged 21 and older.

S

SGA
Students' General Association, the primary English-language student union.
SSR
Single Student Residence, the high-rise apartment-style dorm.

T

The Bridge
The enclosed glass walkway connecting the Parker Building to the Science buildings.
The Hub
The central student service area located on the main floor of the Parker Building.
The Pub
The Alphonse Raymond Pub, a popular student spot for food and drinks.
The Tunnels
The indoor walkway system connecting most major campus buildings, essential for winter travel.
Tims
The Tim Hortons locations found in the Parker Building and Fraser Building.
Topper's
The on-campus Topper's Pizza location.

U

UV
University Village, the townhouse-style residences.

W

West
West Residence, typically reserved for upper-year students.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

15 details
Alphonse Raymond
The building housing the AEF office, the student pub, and French-language services.
Ben Avery
The Ben Avery Physical Education Centre, the main athletics and gym complex.
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Birch Bark Coffee Company
D2L
Desire2Learn, the online learning management system (Brightspace) used for course materials.
Fraser
The Fraser Building, containing the auditorium and various classrooms.
GOVA
The City of Greater Sudbury's transit system; student passes are integrated into the OneCard.
myLaurentian
The central web portal for students to manage registration, finances, and grades.
OneCard
The official student ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Parker
The Parker Building, the main administrative tower housing the library and Great Hall.
quesada_burritos_and_tacos
Quesada Burritos and Tacos
Science I
The primary building for science labs and faculty offices.
subway
Subway
the_great_hall_fresh_food_company
The Great Hall (Fresh Food Company)
tim_hortons_alphonse_raymond
Tim Hortons (Alphonse Raymond)
tim_hortons_arts_building
Tim Hortons (Arts Building)

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 9, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 15 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Association des étudiantes et étudiants francophones (AEF)

Represents the interests of Francophone students on campus and promotes the French language and culture.

Regular commitment

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Intramural Basketball (5v5)

A 5-on-5 basketball league available for co-ed recreational play.

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Laurentian Interprofessional Health Council

Promotes collaboration and understanding between students in various health-related programs.

Open to all

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Fall Orientation

A multi-day series of events at the start of the fall semester to welcome new and returning students, featuring social events, info sessions, and campus traditions.

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Resources & spaces

Counselling Services

Offers free, confidential counselling to students to address personal issues and mental health concerns that may interfere with success.

Open to all

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Life in Sudbury for Laurentian University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Sudbury.

Timezone

America/Toronto

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

9,000

City Transportation

Walkability

35

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

GOVA (bus system)

Nearest Airports

Greater Sudbury Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

39°F

Avg Snowfall

70 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 15 (The Pit)

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Known as 'The Pit'; gravel lot with lower annual rates for students on a budget.

Lots A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H

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Pay and Display/HotSpot lots for visitors; daily max $8.00 until 10:00 PM.

Reserved Lots (1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 10-14, 16, 17)

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Annual reserved parking for permit holders.

Campus News

Latest updates from Laurentian University

Mobile Healthy & Safety Lab Takes on Tour Across Northern Ontario

Laurentian University's Centre for Research in Occupational Safety and Health (CROSH) launched a tour of its mobile research lab to enhance workplace safety in Northern Ontario.

Sep 11, 2026

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Laurentian Alumnus Connor Lafortune on Art, Activism, and Reconciliation

Laurentian University highlights alumnus Connor Lafortune's work as the campus prepares for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Sep 10, 2026

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High-Energy Fall Orientation and Student Momentum Headline Welcome to Laurentian

Laurentian University welcomes students for the Fall 2026 semester with steady enrollment growth and a full schedule of orientation activities.

Sep 1, 2026

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Laurentian University remained closed for on-campus activities on March 17, 2026, due to a winter storm, transitioning to remote operations.

Laurentian University remained closed for on-campus activities on March 17, 2026, due to a winter storm, transitioning to remote operations.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Laurentian University

Anishinaabemowin Bingo

September 17, 2026

Laurentian University Campus

A cultural orientation event hosted by the Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre.

Silent Disco

September 17, 2026

Laurentian University Campus

A social festivity part of the Fall 2026 Orientation schedule.

Homecoming Party

September 18, 2026

Laurentian University Campus

The final major social event of the Fall Orientation period.

Ontario Universities' Fair (OUF) 2026

September 26, 2026

Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC), South Building, Toronto, ON

Laurentian University representatives will be at Booth #3 to meet future students and families, providing information on programs, scholarships, and residence guarantees.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Laurentian University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

5 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

East Residence

Room types: double

Mature Student Residence

Capacity: 128

Room types: one-bedroom apartment

Single Student Residence

Room types: single, double

University College Residence

Capacity: 240

Room types: single, double

West Residence

Room types: double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

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