Orientation Programme

The goals and objectives of New Student Orientation are:

To introduce students to college services which will support their educational and personal goals (ex. library, information technology, academic and student services departments).
To facilitate initial academic advisement, course selection, and registration.
To familiarize students with the campus environment and physical facilities.
To create an atmosphere that minimizes anxiety, promotes positive attitudes, and stimulates an excitement for learning.
To provide a welcoming atmosphere for students and families to meet faculty, staff, and continuing students, as well as other new students.
To provide the families of new students comprehensive information about the academic and student service resources and programs.
To provide employment, leadership, and learning opportunities for continuing students as pack leaders, through selection, training, and supervision.

The learning outcomes derived from the goals and objectives are:

Students will be introduced to college services that will support their educational and personal goals.
Students will understand the purpose of academic advisement and course selection.
Students will become familiar with the campus environment.
Students will feel confident and excited about their decision
Students and families will be familiar with faculty, staff, and students on campus.
Families will gain comprehensive information on campus resources available to them and their student(s).
Student leaders will gain valuable leadership experience at the college level.