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Mar 3 to Mar 7

Savouring Francophone cultures

Celebrate the Mois de la Francophonie with a week-long exploration of diverse Francophone cultures through food, music and activities. …

food
Mar 1 to Mar 31

Snack distribution

Join us at the Wellness Lounge or the Student Health and Wellness Centre. Learn more about Nutrition Month and get a free snack.  …

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Mar 6

National Oreo Cookie Day

National Oreo Cookie Day is a great opportunity to savour a sweet moment of happiness! Join us to celebrate this delicious classic with bite-sized tre…

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Now until August: Change your program

If you’re an undergraduate student and you want to change your program of study, begin the process now for the Spring-Summer or Fall 2025 term.

February 12 to March 12: Discover new self-directed courses

In a groundbreaking initiative, you could earn course credits this summer for working independently on projects you design yourself. The first in a series of information sessions takes place February 12. Register now to find out more.

March 17: Register for spring-summer courses

If you’re planning on taking courses in the spring-summer term, the course schedule will be posted in uoZone March 17. Enrolment begins March 18 for graduate students and March 20 for undergraduates.

March 21: Last day to withdraw from a course

Friday, March 21 is the last day to withdraw from a course or activity (with no financial credit). Make sure you’re aware of potential consequences, such as access to scholarships and co-op.
 

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Gain hands-on experience as a volunteer

Contribute to positive change as you gain job skills in your field of study and strengthen your resumé. Volunteer opportunities this winter term include tutoring, helping people with dementia or experiencing homelessness, taking part in the Outaouais Film Festival and more.
Discover featured volunteer opportunities

Student voices

Read about all the amazing things that students like you are achieving, experiencing and enjoying as they study at the University of Ottawa. Discover why this is truly the place for open minds and brighter futures.

Zorha Konaté accepts the Community Advocate Award at the Black Excellence Gala on Feb. 2.

Student wins award for harnessing entrepreneurship to effect change

Fifth-year management student Zorha Konaté was named co-winner of the prestigious 2025 Community Advocate Award at the fourth annual Black Excellence …
Une étudiante en train de discuter avec une sp.cialiste en santé mentale.

Accepting a helping hand

Second-year arts student Amélie Bouthillier describes how reaching out for help when she was struggling with her courses led to her discovering she ha…
 A wheelchair sign on a door indicating a uOttawa campus building is accessible.

Asking students with disabilities about accessibility

The University is asking students with disabilities to share their thoughts about accessibility on campus, to inform uOttawa’s next five-year plan.

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