NEW AND RETURNING CLUBS
Neurodivergent Social and Support Club (@nssc.ocadu) a student-led group for neurodivergent students and allies- everyone is welcome- at OCAD U to connect, make friends, and support one another in a welcoming, low-pressure environment.
OCAD U Community for Palestine (OC4P) (@ocaduc4p) a community of students, faculty, and alumni standing for commitment to solidarity with Palestine and Indigenous sovereignty everywhere.
OCAD U Fandom Club (@ocadufandomclub) a club for all interested in Anime, Manga, Books, and much more! Their main goal is to connect people across the campus to make socializing a bit easier and open new opportunities to create friendships.
OFSA (OCADU Filipino Student Association) (@ocadu.fsa) a community created to bring Filipino students together through our shared culture, traditions, and experiences.
RISOCAD Club (@risocad.club) an opportunity for students of all programs to use the riso machines in OCAD U’s 667 Riso Studio with other creative members.
Studio After (@studioafter2025) a graphic design exhibition group of students who are passionate about graphic design and interested in engaging with other designers beyond the classroom.
CLUB EVENTS
Almeda Black Student Collective (@almedacollective) Lunch n Make every last Friday of the month
Clay Studio Club (@clay_studio_club) Meetings every Monday from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm in MCA 617
Creative Coding Club (@creativecodingclub.ocadu) Livecoding Lab, every Friday from 6:30 pm – 8 pm in MCD 200 (Rosalie Sharp Pavillion)
OCAD Climbing Club (@ocadclimbing) The climbing club is currently in the process of getting a discounted rate for day passes at Joe Rockheads with valid student ID, which will begin starting November.
Muze Editorial (@muze.editorial) Updated deadline for art submissions is February 1st! Second issue launches on women’s day, March 8th
Environmental Committee OCAD (ECOCAD) (@ecocadu) Ecocad is currently planning a collage for environmental change workshop. Keep an eye on their socials so you don’t miss it!
Cinema Society (@ocadu.cinema) Upcoming screenings:
- November 2nd – Carol (Nat’s Edit)
- November 5th – 8 Femmes
- November 6th – Pink Flamingos
- November 9th – Barbarella
- November 13th – The Red Shoes
Find more details on their Instagram!
OCAD U Community for Palestine (OC4P) (@ocaduc4p) Provincial student strike on November 5th, from 12pm onwards.
Poster by Ranissa Raeihan @rainstorms.arthouse on Instagram
OCAD U Revolutionary Communist Party (@ocadu.communists) Youth Uprising in Europe: Canada’s Future discussion on November 6th, 6:30pm at TMU campus.
Amane ACG (@amaneacg) Amane ACG Build & Chill – November 7th, 10am – 5:45pm at 100 McCaul, room 506.
- Open model kit building day! Feel free to bring any model kit you like and build with us
- Free keychains and fridge magnets for attending our event
- Model kits for sale on-site
- We’ll provide basic model-building tools, including nippers, sandpaper, cutting mats, and runner stands, You’re also welcome to bring your own tools!
- We’ll also have a mini photo booth setup available for taking pictures of your finished builds!
OCAD U Drama Club (@ocadudramaclub) The OCADU Drama Club will be performing at the University of Waterloo’s Improv Summit on Saturday, November 7th! There is a free show for anyone to attend at the Arts Lecture Hall. 200 University Ave, Waterloo — AL room 116. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7pm.
Trans Artist Collective (@trans.artists.collective) Trans life drawing on November 11th from 3-6pm at 113 McCaul, room 412. Trans models
- Trans models
- Materials not provided
- No admission fee
- Please be respectful of models!
OTHER EVENTS
-Disability workshop (details pending – should hear by eod sunday)
-November 4th, 10:30am – 12pm Sabbatical Presentations – Michelle Forsyth, Anda Kubis, and Derek Sullivan
-November 4th, 4pm – 6pm Research Talks featuring Dr. Sugandha Gaur (in-person and online)
-November 4th, 7pm onwards INTM Cabaret – a showcase of INTM works in the 3rd floor INTM wing
-November 5th, 7 – 10pm Evening Life Drawing
-November 6th, 7 – 10pm Red Square on a Blackboard Screening with the Student Union, in 100 McCaul room 544. Food provided
-November 7th, 10am – 1pm Morning Life Drawing
-November 7th, 1 – 2:30pm 2SLGBTQ+ aging with and into difference(s) | Film Screening with CRIP Lab and Tangled Art + Disability (online)
-November 10th, 1 – 3pm The Art of the Sword – a Historical Swordplay Workshop hosted by instructor Juensung Kim in 115 McCaul room 300
-November 12th 7 – 10pm Evening Life Drawing
-November 13th 2 – 4pm 2SLGBTQIA+ Drop-Ins in the Campus Lounge (100 McCaul room 287) every other Friday. November 13th is pronoun bracelet making
-November 14th 10am – 1pm Morning Life Drawing
-November 14th 2 – 4pm Poetry as Art: A Writing Workshop with Bella Melardi at Say Hey House, 2848 Dundas St W
-November 16th – November 27th Unseen Worlds – Revealing the science of healthier futures Exhibition in the Great Hall
-November 19th 7 – 10pm Evening Life Drawing
-November 20th 12 – 3pm Bracelet Making Workshop with Rebecca Baird
-November 21st 10am – 1pm Morning Life Drawing
-November 24th 2 – 4pm Student Club Holiday Market in the main campus lobby
-November 25th 1pm Disability Advocacy Workshop. Find more details as they’re announced @ocadsu
-November 26th 7 – 10pm Evening Life Drawing
-November 28th 10am – 1pm Morning Life Drawing
Learn more and sign up at ocadu.ca/events and @ocaducampuslife
RESOURCES
-Follow @ocaducampuslife to find upcoming resources and events
-The Centre for Emerging Artists and Designers offers tools and resources to help with
- Career readiness
- Navigating intellectual property
- Reaching career goals
- Making cover letters, a resume, a CV, and portfolio
- Developing interview skills
- And more!
https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/tools-and-resources
-The Financial Aid page on the OCADU website contains information about
- Bursaries, scholarships, and awards
- Student employment
- Summer assistance
- Financial planning
- More information about tuition and fees
- And more!