The program begins in the week prior to classes with follow-up activities throughout the year. It introduces students to the profession, to information technology and to the historical, social and cultural issues associated with library and information studies. The introductory program consists of panel discussions, lectures, and tours. A number of guests from McGill and from the broader Canadian information community participate in the program. The information technology sessions include hands-on activities in the School's Information Technology Laboratory.
Students have an opportunity to meet with their faculty advisors and with second-year students.
A further series of seminars held throughout the year supplements the initial program.