Welcome to CPCC’s New Student Orientation For Career and College Promise Students

1. Welcome to CPCC’s New Student Orientation For Career and College Promise Students

2. Today’s Topics • Core Competencies • Academic Calendar • Student Email & My College • Blackboard and Moodle • Student Parking • Student IDs • Textbooks • Student Handbook • FERPA • Campus Safety &Security • Getting Assistance • Disability Services • Campus Resources • ESS Directors • Social Media

3. Dr. Zeiss - Welcome • Core Competencies • Communication • Critical Thinking • Personal Growth & Responsibility • Information Technology & • Quantitative Literacy

4. Match up with CPCC Welcome to Central Piedmont Community College! CPCC is the largest community college in North Carolina! Visit www.cpcc.edu to find out more about the college.

5. CPCC Covers Mecklenburg County! • Serves over 70,000 students a year • Offers 61 degrees, 23 diplomas, and 123 certificate programs • Offers services and courses at all six campuses

6. Fall 2012 Academic Calendar All Career and College Promise students must follow the CPCC Academic Calendar for CPCC courses. August 9th - Fall classes begin August 9th - First Short Session begins September 3rd - Labor Day Holiday September 4th – September 7th – Student Break Campus Closed October 11th – October 12th – Fall Break October 15th – Second Short Session begins November 22nd November 25th – Thanksgiving Holiday December 5th – December 11th – Final Exam Period December 11th – Semester Ends Access the online academic calendar at http://www.cpcc.edu/calendar/academic

7. Importance of Transcript Drops: Classes can be dropped through the 10% date of the class and will not appear on the student's record. Classes dropped between the 10% and 35% date of the each course are withdrawals. Withdrawals: A student who for any reason cannot complete a course must take the responsibility to formally withdraw in order to avoid a failing grade.   To receive a “W” grade, a student must withdraw prior to the 35% date of the class. The last day to withdraw is printed on each course syllabus. College Transcript: Remember that whatever grade you get will follow you. Your college transcript begins with your first CPCC course, and these grades will be part of your permanent college transcript.

8. Subsequent Semesters All Career and College Promise students will be required to submit paper work each semester that they plan to take classes. Refer to the CCP website for important deadlines and registration dates for each semester.

9. Navigating CPCC’s Website SEARCH BOX NAVIGATION TABS ONLINE SERVICES CALENDARS CATALOG

10. Scholarships Although this program is tuition-free, the costs of books can be considerable. CPCC Foundation has many scholarship opportunities that may help with this cost. Visit http://www.cpcc.edu/financial_aid/assistance/scholarships to explore these options.

11. MyCollege ● View your student ID # ● 1098 tax information ● Sign up for Critical Alert ● Enrollment verification ● Residency status ● Priority registration dates ● Register for classes ● Print your schedule ● Check grades ● Change address ● Transcripts ● Financial aid information

12. CPCC Student Email • Powered by • Accessed from CPCC homepage under “Online Services • Used for official communication with the college • Check your email daily • Use the calendar feature to help with time management

13. Blackboard & Moodle • Most CPCC classes have a learning management system to organize coursework given by instructors in both online and traditional classes. • Attend an eLearning orientation to learn how to use Blackboard and/or Moodle.

14. Student ID Cards • Student IDs are REQUIRED to: • Get your ID made at Admissions once you register and pay for classes. Replacement IDs are $5.00 • Campus schedules vary. • - Check out Library materials • - Use the Testing Center • - Use the Computer Lab • - Use Fitness Centers • - Attend the Career Fair

15. Parking Decals • Parking decals are REQUIRED at all campuses. • A class paid receipt/schedule and a photo ID are required to pick up your decal. • Display decals on the driver’s side, rear window. • Pick up your decal at any campus! • - Security Office • - Cashier’s Office

16. CPCC Bookstores • Bookstores are located at every CPCC campus (hours are limited) • SOME books may not be available at every campus • Textbooks can be purchased in person, online or from an outside source (CMS = Campus Bookstore) • Save money on textbooks by buying used books or renting when available

17. Student Handbook A guide which includes CPCC policies that govern academic and campus life and other valuable student information. • Academic Policies • Code of Conduct • CPCC Policies • Safety and Security Access the Student Handbook at: www.cpcc.edu/student_handbook

18. FERPA Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act • According to this federal law, instructors and College personnel cannot give out a student’s academic records, accommodations and disabilities to anyone other than the student, including the student’s parents.

19. Campus Security • Dial the 24-hour Central Dispatch Station to get help • from campus security officers.

20. Critical Alert • CPCC’s emergency notification system • Includes text messaging and direct phone calls • Only used in emergency situations • Sign up online

21. Higher One Card All CPCC first time students will receive a Higher One Debit Card in the mail. The college uses these cards for refunds of any kind. As a CCP student, you will also receive this card. Keep it in a safe place in case you need it in the future. Activation: Once you receive your Higher One Debit Card, you may follow directions on the sticker to activate if needed. Replacement Cards are $20 Contact: 866.782.0821 www.cpccdebitcard.com

22. Student Services: Advising and Counseling Counseling - PCAP (Personal Counseling Assistance Program): • Stress, grief, depression, anxiety • Struggles with personal relationships • Test taking and study habits • Goal Setting • Early alert • Academic intervention • Community referrals Advising: • Discuss Career and College Promise Pathways • Assist with Pathway Changes • Recommend classes • Counseling.Services@cpcc.edu

23. Student Services: Disability Services • Provides academic accommodations and auxiliary aids/assistive technology to students with a documented disability. • Services provided include: • Classroom and testing accommodations • Sign language interpreting and communication access • Assistive technology • Disability Counseling and advocacy • Student must self-identify to the Disability Services office every semester. • Students must provide current and appropriate documentation. (DS will review your IEP but they may require additional information, such as a Psychological Evaluation). • Students are responsible for all class work. (Tutoring services maybe available through the Academic Learning Center, there is not Special Education in college).

24. Student Services: Academic Learning Center • ALC is a tutoring center available to serve the academic needs of the students at CPCC.  For any student enrolled in a curriculum course that needs individual assistance in addition to that which they are receiving in the classroom, CPCC has caring qualified staff who are ready to help them learn. • The ALC is committed to helping students in three crucial areas: • Overcoming difficulties with academic coursework • Promotion of independent learning • Proactive endowment of students with skills necessary to promote  academic and life-long learning success

25. Student Services: Career Services • Clarify your career goals • Take career assessments • Explore occupations & degrees • Hone your job seeking skills • Find a job

26. Student Services: Student Life Student Life facilitates student learning and development by providing activities and services that enhance positive relationships among students, the College and the community. Family Resource Center Student Government Association Leadership Opportunities Campus Ministry Student Organizations

27. How to be a Successful Student • Know why you’re here • Schedule time for school and study • Be positive • Be respectful to faculty & fellow students • Get to know others • Use available CPCC resources • Have a plan for success • Let your needs be known

28. Need Information? • Student Success Center • First Year Experience • Ask your Instructor • Call the ITS Help Desk • Search tool on CPCC website

29. Area Campus Resources • The Enrollment and Student Services Director at each campus is a great place to start if you are have questions at the area campus. • Cato Marla Harris 704-330-4845 • Harper Gene Merklein 704-330-4441 • Harris Andrea Abercrombie 704-330-4608 • Levine Reggie Pincham 704-330-4207 • Merancas Tracy Moore 704-330-4175

30. Facebook and Twitter CPCC provides real time information to students via Facebook and Twitter. We encourage all students to “like” us on Facebook and follow our “tweets” on Twitter. It is easy to do. Go to www.cpcc.edu On the bottom of the page click Facebook and Twitter. Also visit our YouTube videos to find out more about our exciting programs. We provide information on parking, current events, campus closing and more!

31. Thank You! Welcome to Central Piedmont Community College! If you have any additional questions, please email us at outreach@cpcc.edu Thank you!