1. www.tctc.edu

2. What should I expect to learn from attending orientation? Transition Tips Success Tips How to Embrace the College Experience Campus Resources & Locations Must Haves And… much more!

3. How do I make the best use of my time here? Listen Carefully Take Notes Ask Questions

4. Presenter: Robin McFall Transitioning to College & Academic Support Dr. Phil Buckhiester Vice President for Academic Affairs

5. Transition Tip #1 Understand how the expectations of a high school student differ from the expectations of a college student

6. What’s so different about college anyway? Ruby S. Hicks Building

7. High SchoolCollege Instruction deals more with factsInstruction is lecture, discussion, analysis of information Most classes meet every dayClasses meet less often Tasks are more structured-teacher provides instructions Tasks are less structured-students are responsible for developing a method for completing a task Grades can be based on a variety of activities Grades can be based on either fewer tasks or larger projects Attendance and progress are well monitored Students depend on time management and organizational skills. Lesser work load, slower pacedIncreased work load, faster paced

8. Transition Tip #2 Understand the term “personal responsibility” and what this means for you as a college student

9. Personal Responsibility Student Responsibility Keeping up with the class schedule and the course material— absence is not an excuse Completing assigned reading & reviewing notes daily 90% of learning will take place outside of the classroom—hint: study and homework Accessing the academic assistance the college provides—if you need to visit the tutor, and don’t, the consequences are yours and yours alone Taking responsibility for my own learning

10. Success Tips

11. Success Tip #1 Know how to navigate the campus! FP ML RH SC AH PK OC WL CD CK MK IBDC HA First number of room location = floor level (OC 205=2 nd floor of Oconee Hall) You enter on the 3 rd floor at the front of Fulp Hall All buildings have abbreviations (OC= Oconee Hall) Note: PC=Pendleton Campus AC=Anderson Campus

12. Success Tip #2 Know what to expect on the first day of class  To meet for class--attendance counts  To receive a syllabus  To take notes **A syllabus is a document containing the following: Required textbooks, purpose of the course, course goals, assignments/due dates, grading policy, grading scale, etc.

13. Success Tip #3 Be prepared for class  Always be on time  Complete assigned reading, etc. prior to class (use a planner!)  Buy your books and take them to every class  Keep a separate notebook/binder for each subject  Make sure you have the supplies that you need for your class-paper, pen, etc.

14. Success Tip #4 Possess Good Academic Skills: Note-taking Skills Study Skills Time Management Skills Test-taking Strategies

15. Success Tip #5 Understand the Role of your Advisor What is my advisor’s role? How do I find out who my advisor is? When do I meet with my advisor? How do I prepare to meet my advisor?

16. eTC View course descriptions and availability Drop/add courses View your current class schedule, final grades, and financial information Access enrollment verification E-mail instructors and fellow students Stay informed about campus activities

17. Academic Support Assessment Center Make-up tests (College ID required) PC: Miller Hall, Room 106 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. AC: Tuesdays only from 12pm-3pm in Computer Lab 221 (walk-ins welcomed!) Writing Center Assistance on papers (any class) Consultation or individual tutoring PC: Oconee Hall, Room 202 (Hours are posted on door) AC: For hours, see TCTC website or call 260-6700

18. Academic Support Learning Lab Tutoring in math/chemistry Computer-aided assistance in BIO & PSY Assistive Technology PC: Oconee Hall, Room 300 AC: For hours, see TCTC website or call 260-6700 Open Computer Labs (Assistive Technology) PC: Pickens Hall, Room 140 Fulp Hall, Room 301 8am-10pm, M-Th and 8am-2pm, Friday AC: Room 130 7:30am-8:30pm,M-Th and 7:30am-1:30pm, F

19. Academic Support Student Support Services-TRIO Academic Counseling Career Counseling Individualized tutoring Must meet eligibility requirements Located: Student Center, Room 169-Pendleton Campus

20. Academic Support Library (library@tctc.edu) On-line or individual tutoring on how to use the library Electronic Resources/ Interlibrary loans Study Rooms Must have a current College ID Library locations: PC: Ruby Hicks Hall AC: Anderson Campus

21. Presenter: Carol Miller Support Services Mr. Dan Holland Vice President for Student Affairs

22. Support Services Financial Aid Student Records Career Services Student Life and Counseling Services Support services are housed on the Pendleton Campus and can be accessed at the Anderson Campus on Tuesdays from 1pm-5pm. (Hours are subject to change—check eTC for updates)

23. Financial Aid What is Financial Aid? Scholarships Grants Loans Employment Opportunities Eligibility: Submit FAFSA Enroll in a degree, diploma, or certificate program

24. Financial Aid How do I check the status of my financial aid? Log into “eTC”—click “Get Ready” or the “Get Set” tabs Contact the Financial Aid Office What services can I expect to receive? Information about completing the FAFSA, eligibility for LIFE or Lottery, etc. Counseling about how GPA, withdrawals/drops, and other regulations impact Financial Aid

25. Student Records Office responsible for overall academic record maintenance Transcript Requests/Transfers Enrollment Verification Registration/Drop/Add Grades Residency /Address changes Withdrawals Graduation (in-person) Student Records Office: 190 Miller Hall Student Records Office: 190 Miller Hall

26. Student Records hanges to your schedule can be made via eTC by dropping a course, adding a course, switching a section, or withdrawing from a class Changes to your schedule can be made via eTC by dropping a course, adding a course, switching a section, or withdrawing from a class

27. Student Records Drop/Add can occur only Within the first five instructional days of classes for the fall and spring terms, and During the first two instructional days of a 5-week summer course or a 7-week semester course and the first three days of a 10 week summer course **See Academic Calendar for session information**

28. Student Records Withdrawals Students may receive a “W” up to 60% of the term. Deadline dates for “W’s” are posted on the Academic Calendar. Beyond 60% of the term, a final grade will be entered After the deadline, a “W’” will only be given in extenuating, non-academic circumstances such as a hospitalization, etc. Important dates are listed on the Academic Calendar. Students are responsible for checking the Academic Calendar

29. Career Services Provides career counseling, career assessments, career planning Provides local job opportunities Provides information about interviewing, resume writing, and other job seeking skills Integrates classroom instruction with relevant on-the-job work experience **Services are free (by walk-in or by appointment) Career Services Office: Miller Hall, Room 140

30. New Student Orientation Disability Services Multicultural Services Resources for Success Student Activities/Events Student Government Support for Student Organizations Student Life and Counseling Services Miller Hall, Room 180 (864-646-1569)

31. Disability Services Intake Services (appointment only) Evaluation of Documentation Provision of Academic Accommodations Academic Counseling/Self-advocacy Assistive Technology/Training Carol Miller, Disability Coordinator Student Life and Counseling Services

32. Multicultural Services Academic Success Program Minority Student Association Diversity Training Black History Month Events Leadership Training Caren Kelley-Hall, Multicultural Coordinator Student Life and Counseling Services

33. Student Activities Student Activities/Events Activity Period Student Government Student Organizations Jeremy King Student Activities Coordinator Student Center, Room 101A Student Life and Counseling Services

34. College is more than earning a degree…it’s an experience!

35. Activity Period Mondays and Wednesdays 1:25 pm to 2:20 pm Activities and events such as student organization meetings, social events, and presentations are held during the activity period each week. **For a list of events, go to eTC and click on the “Get Involved” tab

36. Top Five Reasons to Participate in Extracurricular Activities Build your Résumé Develop Leadership Skills Make new friends Become more connected to the Campus Help manage College Stress

37. Athletics Men’s Soccer Men’s Golf Women’s Soccer…Fall 2009! Vinson Burdette, Athletic Director (646-1559) GO HAWKS! NJCAA Division I www.tctcsports.com

38. Linda Driggers, Business Office Kevin Steele, Bookstore/Café Craig Harrelson, Campus Safety Auxiliary Services

39. Payment Information Billing Bills are mailed 3 weeks prior to tuition deadline to the address on file until July 31 st Review on-line bill via eTC if any changes are made to your schedule ( the online bill is available 24/7) Additional bills may not mailed Payment Locations: PC: Ruby Hicks Hall AC: First floor at Cashier window

40. Payment Options Touchnet online payment gateway – credit card payment (Amex, Disc, MC, Visa) and web-check capability – accessible through eTC FACTS Tuition Payment Plan – accessible through eTC ($25.00 enrollment fee) Cashier Windows - accepts cash, check, bankcard (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover) (Open 8am-5pm M-Th and 8am-2pm on Friday) Mail in Payments to : Tri-County Technical College, Business Office, PO Box 587, Pendleton, SC 29670

41. Tuition Information Tuition costs Summer Instate (in county) = $118.00 per credit hour Instate (out of county)= $131.25 per credit hour Out of State = $268.75 per credit hour Fall Instate (in county) = $121.50 per credit hour Instate (out of county)= $135.00 per credit hour Out of State= $276.75 per credit hour Ex. 12 hrs/4 classes(FT) x $118 per hr. = $1416.00

42. Tuition Deadline Dates Summer: May 12 th Fall: If you register: Your deadline: On or before July 31 st July 31st, 8 pm Between August 1 st & August 18 th August 18th, 8 pm Between August 19 th & August 29 th Close of business, same day you register. Beginning August 20th a $25 late fee will be applied.

43. Refunds Processed through Accounts Payable by check (cannot credit back to credit/debit cards) Mailed within 3-4 weeks after beginning of term (must be after drop/add period is complete) Mailed to the student using the address on file (FERPA)

44. Student Center-PC TCTC Café Full service café (breakfast, lunch, grab-n-go) 7:30am-3:00pm M-TH and 7:30am-1:00pm Friday Student Lounge/Vending Video games, TV/movies, vending ATM Located in upper area of café of cafeteria SGA Office Office hours are posted on door Located in Student Center, Room 120 ** Hours subject to change-check eTC** TCTC Caf é

45. Anderson Campus Vending Vending Hot and Cold Snacks Hot and Cold Beverages Open during normal business hours

46. Bookstore (www.tctcbookstore.com) Buy books on-line (with credit card) Must show current college ID for financial aid Normal hours: 8:00am-5:30pm,Mon.-Thurs. 8:00am-1:30pm, Friday TCTC Bookstore Location: Student Center - PC

47. Bookstore Extended Hours Summer Rush Hours May 12 th – 16 th 8:00am-5:30pm, Mon.-Thurs. 8:00am-1:30pm, Friday May 19 th - 23 rd 7:30am-6:30pm, Mon.-Thurs. 7:30am-1:30pm, Friday **Can use financial aid to purchase books only on May 13 th through May 26 th

48. Bookstore Extended Hours Fall Rush Hours August 18 th - 29 th 7:30am-7:30pm, Mon.-Thurs. 7:30am-1:30pm, Friday **Can use financial aid to purchase books only on August 18 th through August 29 th

49. Campus Safety Campus Safety (ext.1800 (PC) / 260-6700 (AC) Provides 24/7 campus security Provides college ID’s and parking decals Administers handicapped parking requests Contact in case of an emergency (vandalism, accident, illness) Enforces parking regulations Campus Safety locations: Student Center, Office 151 & Anderson Campus

50. Parking Decals & College ID’s Parking Decals/ College ID’s are mandatory! Requires: Schedule, T#, Driver’s License, and Vehicle Registration No charge for decals or initial ID Available during Summer and Fall Bookstore Rush Hours Administered by the Security Office

51. Important Reminders Memorize and keep your T# confidential ! Check the academic calendar (found on-line—eTC!) for class start dates, withdrawal deadline, drop/add information, exam schedule, etc. Know how to log-on and use eTC—lab assistants can help! If having trouble with eTC, contact the helpdesk at helpdesk@tctc.edu or by dialing ext. 1779.

52. Questions? Thank you! Revised 4-8-08CJ Dr. Ronnie L. Booth President