Orientation
NSO/WSO
Winter Start Orientation 2024 will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 16; all parent and family programming for WSO will take place that day, concluding by 5 p.m. A link to the 2024 WSO Canvas Course with details, schedule, and parent orientation registration will be emailed to incoming students and families in late November.
New Student Orientation
Orientation at CC is designed to introduce students to all aspects of campus life—inside and outside of the classroom. Orientation is a required program for all new students. Check this page on the NSO Canvas Site for details and updates. 2023 Fall Orientation Complete Schedule
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NSO 2023: Parent & Family Orientation Schedule
7:45 am–1:00 pm: Orientation Check-in for Students & Families, NSO Tent on Tava Quad [rain location: Armstrong Hall Lobby] All students and guests check in here first.
8:00 am–12:00 pm: New Student Move-in, Residence Halls Around Campus
After check-in at the tent, proceed to your student’s residence hall (or Big 3 front desk) for move-in. Staff and student workers will be available to facilitate the move-in process. Please plan to unload your vehicle and then move it back to Ed Robson Arena Parking Garage for the remainder of the day. Please reference the traffic flow and parking map.
8:00 am–1:00 pm: Taking Care of Business
Various offices will be open for you to stop in and take care of business.
- Mailroom, 7:30 am-4 pm, Yalich Student Services, 819 N Tejon
- Bookstore, 8 am-5 pm, Yalich Student Services, 819 N Tejon
- Student Accounts, 8:30 am-5 pm, Spencer Center, Room 116, 830 N Tejon
- Financial Aid, 8 am-1 pm, Spencer Center, Room 134, 830 N Tejon
- Housing, 8:30 am-5 pm, Bemis Hall, Room 139, 920 N. Cascade Ave.
- Students should connect with staff at residence halls first for questions pertaining to Housing.
11:00 am–1:00 pm: Welcome Luncheon, in the Move-In Tent on Tava Quad
Students and families are invited to enjoy a free picnic lunch.
1:30–2:00 pm: NSO College Welcome*, Ed Robson Arena (849 N Tejon)
NSO officially kicks off with a welcome for all students, parents and guests. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. This session is required for students.
2:00–3:30 pm: Parent Resource Fair, Ed Robson Arena Concourse (849 N Tejon)
Students will be excused to attend NSO required programming. Parents and guests are invited to explore resources from 30 campus offices and programs. Staff from each campus partner will be on hand to offer information and answer questions. When you are finished, make your way over to the Cornerstone Arts Center for afternoon programming and refreshments.
3:00–5:00 pm: Parent, Family & Guest Programming, Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center
Please choose from the times and sessions listed below based on your interest and schedule. All breakout sessions take place within the Cornerstone Arts Center building.
We invite you to relax and enjoy snacks while you connect with others throughout the afternoon programming. These will be available in Studio C and may be enjoyed throughout the Cornerstone Main Space. Please do not take food/drink into the theatre or classrooms. Thank you! |
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BREAKOUT SESSIONS |
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3:00-3:25 |
3:30-3:55 |
4:00-5:00 p.m. |
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Dean of the College (Celeste Theatre) |
Dean of the College |
Athletics: Parents of student athletes are asked to attend a full one-hour breakout session from 4-5 p.m. with VP/ Director of Athletics, Lesley Irvine.
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4:00-4:25 |
4:30-5:00 |
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Career Center Support from the Start |
Career Center Support from the Start |
Campus Tours |
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Dining on Campus |
Dining on Campus |
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Parent Programs: Supporting the CC Transition |
Parent Programs: Supporting the CC Transition |
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Campus Tours |
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5:00 – 7:45 pm: Dinner, On Your Own or at Rastall Café, Worner Campus Center, Main Level
Enjoy dinner at Rastall or check out a local restaurant nearby; for dinner in Rastall, guests can show your wristband for entry.
7:00 – 8:45 pm: Sweet Send-Offs, NSO Tent on Tava Quad [rain location: Armstrong Hall]
Students and their families/guests are invited to drop in for an evening sweet treat, meet other students and families, and say your final goodbyes. Plus keep your eyes open for your chance to take a photo with CC’s mascot, RoCCy! Students will attend a required meeting at 9 p.m. This concludes the Family Orientation Program.
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Safe travels home. We hope to see you on campus again soon!
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