Discoveries Experience Online

New Students

Every new student is required to complete the Discoveries Online Experience, your online orientation program, in Canvas prior to arrival to campus. This program introduces students to important information about their transition and preparation to the University of Denver through monthly module releases in our campus Learning Management System (LMS), Canvas. 

  • May 2: Welcome & Transition to DU module opens
  • June 2: Academic Advising & Registration module opens
  • July 7: Health, Safety & Well-Being module opens (additional Vector modules required embedded into Module 3)
  • August 4: Student Experience and Next Steps module opens 

By completing the mandatory modules & Vector Solution trainings new students will:

  • Learn what to expect at DU, inside and outside the classroom
  • Learn what supports and services are available to students on campus
  • Explore some strategies for university success
  • Feel ready and confident to start the term

Starting the Online Orientation Modules

Students are automatically enrolled in this course and can access it through https://my.du.edu/dashboard. Our monthly DU Bound Newsletters will provide information and reminders sent to student DU email account when the course is updated and ready for them to begin. 

All new students are required to complete the modules before Discoveries Orientation in order to avoid any holds. 

  • Within Module 3 there are 4 required Vector Courses students must complete. 

Students will access the modules, through the Discoveries Experience course in Canvas. 

If you have any trouble logging in or have other questions about the requirement, please email discoveries@du.edu