U of L students to return to campus next week for new school year

Sep 4, 2026 | 1:03 PM

The population of the Bridge City is expected to grow in the coming days as a large number of students with the University of Lethbridge return to class.

While many are from our region, a big portion are from outside the area, with some about to live on campus, others around the city.

The first move-in times will take place for on-campus residents starts at 8:30 Monday morning, and will continue on a pre-determined schedule over the course of the day.

Tuesday will feature a formal welcome from the university’s president, Dr. Digvir Jayas, and tours of the campus for new students.

Here is a complete list of activities provided by the university:

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Monday, Sept. 7

• First move-in times begin at 8:30 a.m. and will continue throughout the day in a prescheduled format to ease traffic through the buildings

Tuesday, Sept. 8 — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• President’s Welcome — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Co-op Centre for Sport & Wellness

• Campus Service Tours — 10 a.m. to noon — Current students take the lead in showing off campus and all it has to offer new students

• Buffet Lunch — Noon to 1 p.m.

• Faculty Orientation Sessions — 1 to 3 p.m. — Chance for new students to hear from faculty and staff who will support them through their academic journey

• ULSU NSO Wrap-Up Fest — 2 to 5 p.m. — Food, music, games and entertainment provided by the University of Lethbridge Students’ Union

by Dave Lueneberg

U of L students to return to campus next week for new school year

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