STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES In order to be successful as a student, you should be able to: 1. Navigate WebAdvisor, Titan Cruiser, and Moodle. 2. Understand the requirements of your program of study. 3. Create, maintain, and follow through on your academic plan. 4. Identify at least two staff/faculty members who can help you learn about and utilize appropriate resources on campus. 5. Be familiar with and adhere to college policies, procedures, and the Student Code of Conduct.
EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENTS As a student, you are expected to: 1. Schedule and keep advising appointments for at least your first two semesters. 2. Come prepared to all advising sessions. 3. Actively participate in the process and the conversation about your future. 4. Follow through on advising recommendations in a timely way.
EXPECTATIONS FOR FACULTY COACHES AND/OR STUDENT SUCCESS SPECIALIST As a faculty coach and/or student success specialist I will: 1. Be knowledgeable about programs and graduation requirements, policies, and procedures. 2. Encourage and guide students to develop and pursue their goals. 3. Refer students to appropriate campus resources. 4. Be accessible via phone, email, and by appointment. 6 |
CHECKLIST Prior to the Start of Your First Semester: • Check status of financial aid • Attend student orientation • Activate your Titan Live account and record your password in a secure location • Speak with your faculty coach and/or student success specialist about your program of study • Register for classes via WebAdvisor • Purchase books and GTCC catalog • Pay for classes if you do not receive financial aid • Learn how to navigate Moodle • Learn the campus so you know where your classes and campus resources are located Prior to the Start of Subsequent Semesters: • Check status of financial aid • Speak with an advisor about your program of study • Register for classes via WebAdvisor • Purchase books • Pay for classes if you do not receive financial aid Once the Semester Begins: • Arrange for tutoring services you may want or need • Make sure all of your classes are listed in Moodle. If you do not see a class in Moodle, contact your instructor as soon as possible. • Review course requirements in advance to assure you are able to complete them • Purchase any additional materials required for classes Each Semester: • Make sure your personal information is up-to-date in WebAdvisor • Update your academic plan as necessary • If you plan to transfer, communicate with the four-year college or university you plan to attend Ongoing: • Check Titan email daily • Participate in Student Life and other campus activities • Seek career advising and attend career workshops • Build relationships with faculty members Yearly: • Renew FAFSA application Prior to my Final Semester: • Meet with your faculty coach and/or student success specialist to complete a graduation degree audit and pay for graduation • Meet with career advisor to discuss resume, job search strategies, etc. • If you plan to transfer, apply to the college you plan to attend and attend an open house if possible My Final Semester: • Order cap and gown from bookstore to participate in May ceremony • If you plan to transfer, continue communication with the four-year college or university you plan to attend and finalize any outstanding requirements • If you do not plan to transfer to a four-year college or university, meet with career advisor for assistance transitioning to the workforce • Attend graduation!
Student Orientation Handbook