McGill proudly fosters a vibrant and inclusive campus community. Here’s how you can be part of it!
First Connections
Start building friendships before you arrive on campus!
- Join your Entering Class Facebook Group or Discord community (coming soon) to meet other students in your program or residence
- Get paired with an upper-year student in your program or faculty with the New Student Buddy Program
- International students: connect with other new students from your world region through the First Friends Program
- Explore peer programs
Getting Involved
Getting involved is one of the best ways to make friends, build skills, and feel connected to campus life.
- Discover McGill’s diverse community through student clubs, communities, and recreational activities, through residence life, and the Office of Religious & Spiritual Life
- Make a positive impact on campus and in Montreal: explore volunteering and community engagement opportunities
- Be sure to check out the Student Services events calendar for activities and ways to get involved
Student Panels
What I Wish I'd Known
Hear from upper-year students about what they wish they knew when they were in your shoes.
Coming to Montreal, As Me
A diverse panel of students share personal experiences about the expectations and realities of adjusting to life at McGill.
How Mentorship Helped Me
Mentors and mentees share insights about the benefits of mentorship programs.
Getting Involved Webinar
Curious about joining a club, or taking on a leadership role? Watch our webinar (and view Getting Involved pdf slides).
French Language and Culture
Immerse yourself in la francophonie at McGill!
- Enrichir votre expérience à McGill grâce aux activités parascolaires et aux services offerts en français.
- Explore all the ways to learn French at McGill
Start your journey at McGill University
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