Lakehead University
Lakehead University
Lakehead University is your place to live and learn. Dynamic, modern, and highly learner-centred, we acknowledge all of our students as valued leaders of tomorrow, whose education and success are most paramount to our institution.
Dynamic, modern, and highly learner-centred, we acknowledge all of our students as valued leaders of tomorrow, whose education and success are most paramount to our institution. Both campuses in Thunder Bay and Orillia promise the total university experience: a blend of academic excellence and opportunity with a rich variety of social and recreational activities. We also promise excellence in research; Lakehead is the proud host to nine Canada Research Chairs and revolutionary facilities such as our world-renowned Paleo-DNA Laboratory and our Biorefining Research Institute.
Programs
Student services & facilities
Thunder Bay Campus Facilities
You will enjoy extensive on-campus fitness facilities at the C.J. Sanders Fieldhouse and The Hangar. The C.J. Sanders Fieldhouse features the 15,000-square-foot Thunderdome gymnasium, state-of-the-art Wolves' Den fitness centre, newly-renovated 50-metre eight-lane swimming pool, cardio room, outdoor sports fields, beach volleyball courts, Kinesiology labs, and change rooms complete with saunas.
The Hangar, Lakehead's newest 50,000-square-foot student athletic facility features a 200-metre track, pro-grade artificial turf field, climbing wall, and additional weight training, aerobic and cardio areas. The Hangar is also home to the Sports Medicine Clinic.
Student lifestyle
We recognize the importance of a well-rounded student experience that will contribute towards your academic and personal growth. From getting involved in student clubs and academic student societies to playing a sport and cheering on your teams, there are so many ways to get involved in shaping your educational experience. The time you spend outside of the classroom is an important part of your university experience – make the most of what we offer - get involved, have fun and show your Thunderwolf spirit.
- Student Union
- Clubs
- Student Societies
- LU Radio
- Leadership opportunities
- Mentorship programs
- Residence Life Teams
- Volunteer opportunities
- Co-Curricular Record
Accommodation
Living in residence is a huge part of your life as a Lakehead student. From your very first day, you will meet new people from all around the world and start establishing friendships that will last a lifetime. Welcome to your new home away from home.
Residence living has many benefits for you to consider – one of the most important being students that live in residence perform better academically!
Here are a few others:
- Higher likelihood of graduation
- Safe and clean furnished room
- Convenience to campus and classes
- Abundance of on-campus support and services
- Personal development and identity is enhanced and supported
- Programming, events and supports within Residence
Living in residence provides you with a support system that will help guide you through the transition to University life.
