Fall 2009 New Student Orientation (NSO) is mandatory for all students new to college and new to CGCC. We want to congratulate you for pursuing your academic goals with Chandler-Gilbert Community College! Attending the New Student Orientation is your first vital step toward Starting Smart and becoming a successful college student.
New Students: Please note that sessions are held at both CGCC Pecos Campus & CGCC Williams Campus on different dates. Students who are enrolled for 6 credits or more for Fall 2009 and classes are scheduled at CGCC Williams Campus, are highly encouraged to attend the orientation session at the Williams Campus. Note: Class registration does not take place at New Student Orientation. To attend New Student Orientation you must have registered for classes. To register for the New Student Orientation, log-on to your student center at http://my.maricopa.edu and under CGCC's Fall 2009 Class Schedule, choose one of the following dates as you register for classes and add it to your Fall 2009 class schedule:
| Course Subject: NSO | Section (64752) | Wednesday, June 24, 2009 from 5:00pm-8:00pm | PAC Bldg - Pecos Campus |
| Course Subject: NSO | Section (64753) | Wednesday, July 8, 2009 from 5:00pm-8:00pm | PAC Bldg - Pecos Campus |
| Course Subject: NSO | Section (64754) | Wednesday, July 15, 2009 from 5:00pm-8:00pm | PAC Bldg - Pecos Campus |
| Course Subject: NSO | Section (64755) | Thursday, August 6, 2009 from 5:00pm-8:00pm | PAC Bldg - Pecos Campus |
| Course Subject: NSO | Section (64756) | Thursday, August 13, 2009 from 5:00pm-8:00pm | PAC Bldg - Pecos Campus |
| Course Subject: NSO | Section (64816) | Thursday, August 20, 2009 from 3:00pm-6:00pm | Engel Hall - Williams Campus |
| Course Subject: NSO | Section (64757) | Saturday, August 22, 2009 from 9:30am-12:30pm | PAC Bldg - Pecos Campus |
Parents: If you are planning to attend orientation with your student you too must get registered for the New Student Orientation session, Click here for NSO Parent Registration .
Locations: Check-in for each New Student Orientation session will begin 30 minutes prior to the start of scheduled time. For CGCC Pecos Campus, check-in at the Performing Arts Center (PAC Building). For CGCC Williams Campus, check-in at Engel Hall. Maps of the campuses can be found at http://www.cgc.maricopa.edu/maps.
Tips for College Success: Students' Tips for Success at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. Following the advice on this list will greatly enhance your chances for success.
- Connect to CGCC! Attend new student orientation and make sure you connect with college administrators, faculty, staff, and student ambassadors.
- GO TO CLASS. Class attendance is a must!
- STUDY. Plan to spend a minimum of two hours on homework for each hour you spend in class. Make sure you understand and follow the course syllabus. Take advantage of the free tutoring in the Learning Center.
- Get to know your faculty. Visit them during office hours; talk with them outside of class.
- Learn how to set academic, personal and career goals. If you need help with this, make an appointment with a career counselor or meet with an academic advisor.
- GET INVOLVED on campus. Contact Student Life to learn about all of the fun opportunities with clubs and organizations.
- Get to know someone with a different background than your own (i.e. Major).
- If you need help funding your college education, see the staff in the financial aid office for information on scholarships, grants, loans, federal work study, and much more.
Questions: If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Recruitment & Orientation at (480) 732-7385 or by emailing recruitment@cgcmail.maricopa.edu. Don't forget to bring your Fall 2009 class schedule. We look forward to seeing you!
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