Orientation Day - January Intake 2026
Description
Welcome to Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi!
Orientation Day at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is dedicated to students starting their academic journey this semester. Attendance is an important first step to begin university life smoothly and confidently. The day helps you understand how the university works, complete key administrative steps, meet academic and support teams, and connect with fellow students before classes begin. It also introduces campus facilities and student services that will support you throughout your studies.
During Orientation Day, you will:
• Receive a welcome from university leadership and academic teams.
• Complete essential administrative procedures and access student services.
• Learn about academic expectations, course structures, and study support.
• Discover student wellbeing services and campus resources.
• Join guided campus tours.
• Meet other new students and SUAD student ambassadors.
Orientation Day helps you settle in quickly and start the semester with clarity and direction. All newly enrolled students are invited to attend. Further details will be shared directly with registered students.
Orientation Day Program
9:00 am-10:00 am
Meet and greet with Student Services Staff - Atrium, close to Richelieu area
Campus Tour - Library, Classes, Student Facilities, Sport Facilities & Career Center
10:00 am-10:30 am - Richelieu Amphitheatre
• United Arab Emirate and France National Anthems
• Welcome Video & SUAD Video: Your Journey to Success
• Welcome note by the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Dr. Bertrand Haan
• Academic Insights: SUAD's Schools at a Glance
• Welcome Note by the Provost , Dr. Aude Solveig-Epstein
• SUAD Proud Moment: Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi 16th Graduation Ceremony
• International Relations Overview by Dr. Julia Motte-Baumvol
10:30 am-11:00 am - Richelieu Amphitheatre
Meet your Academic Department Head
11:00 am-11:30 am - Richelieu Amphitheatre
IT workshop: Learn How to Use Student Online Portals & Applications
11:30 am-12:30 pm - Atrium
Student Services Presentations, Interactive Sessions & Activities:
• Registrar Booth
• Student Events & Culture, Student Council and clubs Booth
• Student Success & Wellbeing Booth
• Health & Safety Booth
• IT helpdesk Booth
12:30 pm- 03:00 pm - Atrium
Lunch Break & Sustainability Activity
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