Niagara College Student Engagement Orientation Social Events
Social Events
Dive into NC social events and meet your fellow students! Join us for exciting scheduled events during your first month at college.
Check out the calendar below for on- and off-campus events hosted by Student Engagement, your NC Student Administrative Council, and the NC International Department.
- Campus tours
- Welcome hubs with refreshments and photo opportunities
- Events throughout the region, including visits to Niagara Falls
- Student Services Fairs
- Free hot breakfasts and lunches
- Social events to help make new friends
- Attending events in the community like baseball games
- Niagara Knights Athletics home opener games
Participate in events throughout the year!
Social events don’t stop after your first month of class. Join us for exciting social events happening throughout the year. Check out the calendars below for on- and off-campus events hosted by Student Engagement, NC Student Administrative Council, and the NC International Department. Events hosted by International are open to all students (unless otherwise indicated).
Spring 2026 Events Calendar
| Event Name | Date | Time | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Hub | Friday, May 8 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Learning Commons | We can't wait to welcome you this term! Join us for refreshments, music, meet new people, take a picture and learn all about your Knights Life. |
| International Student Orientation | Friday, May 8 | 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Welland Campus: Room S135 | Calling all new international students, we are thrilled to bring you a fun-filled welcome meet and greet afternoon on campus while also providing you with valuable information to help you settle in to your Niagara College life. Meet new people, play some games, win prizes! We will have guest speakers from our international offices. Register for Session |
| Knights in the Falls trip | Saturday, May 9 | 12:00 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Niagara Falls Transportation leaving from both campuses | All NEW Niagara College students are welcome to join us in exploring Niagara Falls around the Clifton Hill area. Register for Session |
| Knights know best – ask us anything | Tuesday, May 12 | 10:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Both campuses: Wellness Lounge | Got a question that’s been on your mind? Don’t worry, we got you covered! Come visit us in the Wellness Lounge and we will answer anything related to Niagara College. |
| Knights know best – ask us anything | Wednesday, May 13 | 10:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Both campuses: Wellness Lounge | Got a question that’s been on your mind? Don’t worry, we got you covered! Come visit us in the Wellness Lounge and we will answer anything related to Niagara College. |
| Student Services Fair | Thursday, May 14 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | Join us for the Student Services Fair to explore the on-campus resources available to support you throughout your NC journey. Get involved and earn NC Cash! |
| Student Services Fair | Thursday, May 14 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Learning Commons | Join us for the Student Services Fair to explore the on-campus resources available to support you throughout your NC journey. Get involved and earn NC Cash! |
| Plan it out! | Tuesday, May 19 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | Bring your teaching and learning plan so that we can help you organize your term. We will provide the calendars, some gel pens, markers and stickers. Please feel free to bring additional supplies if you would like. |
| NOTL BBQ | Wednesday, May 20 | 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. *while supplies last | NOTL Campus: The Armoury | Knights! We’re celebrating the new semester with a good 'ol fashioned FREE BBQ that you won’t want to miss! What’s on the Grill: Juicy burgers, hot dogs, and veggie options too! |
| Plan it out! | Thursday, May 21 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Wellness Lounge | Bring your teaching and learning plan so that we can help you organize your term. We will provide the calendars, some gel pens, markers and stickers. Please feel free to bring additional supplies if you would like. |
| Welland BBQ | Thursday, May 21 | 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. *while supplies last | Welland Campus: The Core | Knights! We’re celebrating the new semester with a good 'ol fashioned FREE BBQ that you won’t want to miss! What’s on the Grill: Juicy burgers, hot dogs, and veggie options too! |
| Connection Cafe | Tuesday, May 26 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Wellness Lounge | Connect with other students and make friends! Join us for snacks, prizes and activities! |
| Connection Cafe | Thursday, May 28 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | Connect with other students and make friends! Join us for snacks, prizes and activities! |
| Hot breakfast | Tuesday, June 2 | 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. *while supplies last | Both campuses (WC - The Core, NOTL - North wing by the staircase that goes to the library) | Were you too busy studying that you forgot to have breakfast? Well, we’ve got you covered! Join us for a free, delicious, healthy and continental style-menu breakfast! Breakfast is available while supplies last. |
| Tie Dye - Pride Month | Tuesday, June 2 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Courtyard | Come celebrate Pride with us by grabbing a snack and creating your own tie dye item. Bring your own or purchase a NC item with your NC cash. This event will run while supplies last. |
| Hot breakfast | Thursday, June 4 | 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. *while supplies last | Both campuses (WC - The Core, NOTL - North wing by the staircase that goes to the library) | Were you too busy studying that you forgot to have breakfast? Well, we’ve got you covered! Join us for a free, delicious, healthy and continental style-menu breakfast! Breakfast is available while supplies last. |
| Tie Dye - Pride Month | Thursday, June 4 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Courtyard (outside cafeteria) | Come celebrate Pride with us by grabbing a snack and creating your own tie dye item. Bring your own or purchase a NC item with your NC cash. This event will run while supplies last. |
| Soccer Match Day | Thursday, June 11 | 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (game starts at 3 pm) | NOTL campus:The Armoury | Come join us in the Armoury at NOTL Campus! Watch the soccer match and enjoy some appetizers and drinks. Doors open at 2 pm and the game starts at 3 pm. |
| NC Cash Shop | Tuesday, June 16 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Wellness Lounge | Mark your calendars for our first NC Cash shop of the year! Bring your hard earned NC cash and get ready to spend! |
| NC Cash Shop | Thursday, June 18 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | Mark your calendars for our first NC Cash shop of the year! Bring your hard earned NC cash and get ready to spend! |