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What is EngFrosh?
So what do I have to do?
How does EngFrosh differ from other orientation programs offered at Carleton University?
What else can you tell me about EngFrosh?
What is the Carleton Student Engineering Society?
What does CSES do for me?
What is the EngSoc Project?
How can I get involved with CSES?
What is an Engineering Jacket?
What has EngFrosh been like in the past?
What if I have more questions?
What is EngFrosh?
EngFrosh is Carleton's official orientation program for new students in Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Design and Information Technology. (But students from other programs are welcome too!) The primary goal of EngFrosh is to help you get comfortable with your new life at Carleton, by allowing you to bond with your soon-to-be-classmates in a fun and safe environment. In doing so, you will be creating a personal support base of new friendships, something that you can use for getting help (be it academic or otherwise) when you need it most. There is also the benefit of meeting upper-year students in your program, who will quickly become a valuable resource for when you need assistance.
EngFrosh does NOT incorporate any acts of "hazing" into its program, and all of our volunteers receive extensive training. The purpose of EngFrosh is to make students comfortable in their new surroundings, not to intimidate or humiliate them.
So what do I have to do?
Register right now! Remember, EngFrosh has a full slate of activities for you. So if you're signing up for EngFrosh, don't register for Arcade Frosh or another orientation program as well - you'll be so busy with us that you simply won't have time to attend their events! And be sure to check out our website for all sorts of information, using the links at the top of the page. And once you've registered, have a look at the schedule of events planned for all of the frosh during the week.
How does EngFrosh differ from other orientation programs offered at Carleton University?
There are a number of other orientation programs offered at Carleton. Some incorporate the entire campus, others are focused on specific interests. However, no program will help you meet other students in the Faculty of Engineering and Design - the people who will eventually become your classmates or lab partners - like EngFrosh will. Because it is tailored for certain programs, you'll stand a much better chance of getting to know many of the people you'll be spending the year with. And since EngFrosh is smaller, we are able to do a wide variety of activities (such as white water rafting) that couldn't be done with those larger orientations.
What else can you tell me about EngFrosh?
EngFrosh is a service provided by the Carleton Student Engineering Society, with the full support and endorsement of the Faculty of Engineering & Design. It is organized and run entirely by hundreds of student volunteers, who all come back to EngFrosh year after year since they enjoy it so much.
EngFrosh also is your introduction into the tight-knit family that is the Carleton Engineering Community. We're crazy, we're proud, and we have a lot of fun! You'll meet the movers and shakers of our Engineering Society, who provide a wealth of services and social events throughout the year. And, you'll be exposed to many of the other ways you can take a break from all that studying, get involved and have some fun yourself!
What is the Carleton Student Engineering Society?
The Carleton Student Engineering Society, or CSES, has been serving the students of Carleton Engineering for more than 30 years. Its goal is to provide its members with academic, professional, and social resources to help them make it through their four (or more) years here at Carleton. CSES also represents Carleton Engineering in a variety of capacities, including the provincial and national levels of engineering student societies (ESSCO and CFES respectively). If you're an undergraduate student enrolled in a stream of engineering, you're a member of CSES. And if you're not, you're still more than welcome to attend our events and take part in our community!
What does CSES do for me?
CSES provides social events throughout the year, allowing engineering students to take a break from their studies and let loose. Some of the major events include EngFrosh, D.U.S.T.E.D. (our rural outreach program), and Reflections (our annual awards and graduation formal). CSES also provides a wealth of services - Leonardo's Lounge (the engineering store), McCoy's study lounge, an equipment loan program, a monthly publication, the Student Group Resource Centre, and even an exam library.
What is the EngSoc Project?
The EngSoc Project, commonly referred to as EngSoc, provides free internet resources to students in the Faculty of Engineering and Design. EngSoc is a computer system that allows shell access and provides web space, e-mail addresses, and a variety of other services. Visit engsoc.org to find out more.
How can I get involved with CSES?
All aspects of CSES are volunteer run, everything from CSES Council to EngFrosh. Even if you have no experience, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. There are lots of volunteer positions that need filling, including official CSES Directorships. As well, an election will be held at the end of September to select two people to represent all first year engineering students on CSES Council. More information on all these opportunities will be available following EngFrosh.
What is an Engineering Jacket?
The Carleton Engineering Jacket is the official leather jacket for Carleton's Engineering Community. Endorsed by CSES, the Engineering Jacket is a unique item that sets us apart from the rest of the University. Unlike the various jackets offered by the University Bookstore, the Engineering Jacket is made with a deep red ("ox blood") leather and can be customized to include your stream and class year ('12). There are even options for students in BIT, Arch, and ID! For more information on this must-have item, please visit the Jackets website. Watch for them in the Mackenzie Quad during sizing day. Accept no imitations!
What has EngFrosh been like in the past?
To see what EngFosh has been like in the past, you can check out the previous EngFrosh websites:
Ye Olde EngFrosh
Operation: EngFrosh
Under Construction
Pirates of Engineering
CatastaFrosh
The Great Canadian EngFrosh
Welcome to EngVille
Space
Olympians of Engineering
The Eight Deadly Sins
What if I have more questions?
For questions about EngFrosh, send us an email - info [at] engfrosh [dot] com or contact us through our contact page. If you have questions of a different nature, try the links below:
Faculty of Engineering and Design
School of Architecture
School of Information Technology or the Bachelor's of Information Technology program
Undergraduate Calendar
Carleton Orientation
CUSA/RRRA Orientation