NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Matrix
Introduction: New Student Orientation is an interactive program focused on developing positive student connections to college. New
Student Orientation is comprised of an intentional set of activities that: 1) introduces students to programs of study, campus services,
policies and procedures, advising and registration; 2) facilitates the transition of new students into the intellectual, cultural and social
climate of the college; and 3) prepares new students for the college’s educational opportunities. Advising and Counseling’s unit
administrator or designee coordinates New Student Orientation, including on-line orientation. Small groups in SCC’s New Student
Orientation are lead by Advising and Counseling faculty only. Faculty from each division/department provide advising expertise at New
Student Orientation. Counseling faculty are primarily responsible for advising undecided students.
Personnel Presenting these Topics
Topics Covered Within SCC’s New Student Orientation
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Understanding responsibilities within the educational setting
Academic structure: grades, credits, prerequisites, syllabi, faculty office hours, catalog overview
College guidelines, regulations, processes, norms, expectations, deadlines, class schedule
overview, catalog highlights
Placement tests and interpretations
Transcript evaluation
Academic Employees
Advising &
Non-A&C
Counseling
Faculty*
Faculty
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Non-Academic
Employees**
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^Specific
transcript
evaluation staff
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Introduction to campus advising system, including the importance of advising
Academic advising
Educational planning
Course selection
Decision-making for undecided students
Goal setting – educational & career
Goal setting – personal
Personal growth and development related to success in college
Time management
Balancing work, school and other commitments
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* includes non-academic employees identified in 6/20/06 Memorandum of Understanding between SCC and SCCFT
** non-academic employees in relevant programs, including but not limited to Student Services, Safety & Security, Technology Support Services, etc.
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NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Matrix
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Personnel Presenting these Topics
Topics Covered Within SCC’s New Student Orientation
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Making the adjustment to college
Activities to foster faculty-student interaction
Activities to foster peer interaction
Campus tours, gaining familiarity with campus and local environment
Campus history, traditions
Registration forms and process
Financial aid – general information
Tuition payment options
Financial responsibilities and realities related to being in college
Getting an ID card
Buying books
Job opportunities
Personal safety
Transportation options and logistics
Leadership opportunities
Involvement activities: extracurricular and co-curricular
Academic support services, e.g., learning centers, tutoring, etc.
Information about support services for students
Information related to intercultural dynamics in a diverse campus community
Information & resources in support of students from diverse backgrounds, e.g., MCDEC,
Women’s Center, Office of Special Services
Provide information to parents and others in the students’ support networks
Introduction to the use of technology in a college setting
Information & resources in support of students who are parents
Academic Employees
Advising &
Non-A&C
Counseling
Faculty*
Faculty
Non-Academic
Employees**
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* includes non-academic employees identified in 6/20/06 Memorandum of Understanding between SCC and SCCFT
** non-academic employees in relevant programs, including but not limited to Student Services, Safety & Security, Technology Support Services, etc.
10/8/07