New Student Orientation
Welcome and Congratulations on Starting Your Academic Journey!
As a new student at Grays Harbor College, you are certain to have many questions. New Student Orientation is designed to help you uncover the answers to your questions, navigate campus and provide you timely information about campus resources and support services. By the time you leave orientation, you’ll be ready for the first day of the quarter and on your way towards becoming a successful GHC student.
Register to Attend
Registration for the Fall 2023 New Student Orientation Experience is now open.
Date and Time Details
The next New Student Orientation will take place on Thursday, September 14 at the Aberdeen campus, Riverview Education Center in Raymond and Online.
Time and location details for each location are as follows:
| Campus | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
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Grays Harbor College - Aberdeen Campus
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10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Bishop Center for Performing Arts
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Riverview Education Center – Raymond
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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Room 101
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Online/Virtual
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6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Special Populations
Students who are involved in our athletics program, running start, are using VA Benefits, or are student parents may receive additional information about participating in a special population orientation at the Aberdeen Campus at either 9:00a or 1:00p. More information will be sent directly to you by email.
Schedule – Aberdeen Campus
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
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8:30 am |
Check-In Available |
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9:00 am |
Special Population Orientation |
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10:00 am |
Opening Session – Welcome to GHC!
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10:30 am |
Social Success |
|
11:00 am |
Financial Success |
|
11:30 am |
Academic Success |
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12:00 pm |
Resource Fair & Lunch Available |
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12:30 pm |
Additional Activities
|
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1:00 pm |
Special Population Orientation |
Upcoming Orientation Dates
Future New Student Orientation dates for the 2023-2024 academic year include:
- Winter 2024 Start: Thursday, December 14, 2023
- Spring 2024 Start: Thursday, March 28, 2024
- Summer 2024 Start: Thursday, June 27, 2024
About Orientation
You will learn a lot about GHC at new Student Orientation. The program is an opportunity for you to learn about the three pillars of student success (academic, financial and social) and how to navigate campus. During the program, you will begin to build a network of resources that are designed to support you throughout your GHC journey. You will learn about:
- Student support services
- Student email and WiFi
- Tutoring
- Parking & transportation
- Student aid and scholarships
- Safety & security
- Events, clubs, and organizations
- On campus employment
- Childcare
- Bookstore
- And much more!
Additionally, during New Student Orientation you will learn tips from students and staff who will serve as guides during your time at GHC. Advisors and student leaders will be around throughout the day, ready to answer your questions.
We look forward to meeting you and joining you along your educational journey!
Remember, you are awesome. We are glad you are here!
Contact Us
For more information or for answers to any questions, please contact Sarah Dalyrmple at sarah.dalyrmple@ghc.edu or 360-538-4121.