Orientation Key Topics and Outcomes

  1. Advising and Registration

Register for at least 15 degree applicable credit hours

Demonstrate an understanding of where to find information on degree requirements

Articulate individual responsibility to progress timely towards degree

  1. Academic Expectations

Explain what it means to be a student at a high caliber, flagship institution

- core curriculum, specific discipline, beyond the classroom opportunities (at a broad level), possess excitement about academic quality; FYRE

Gain an appreciation of college rigor and ways to be successful

- different than high school, take advantage of resources

Demonstrate an understanding of major options and develop an academic plan

  1. Financial Aid/Bursar

Know how to pay bill on a timely basis

Be aware of how and when aid will be applied and how to seek aid if they have not done so already

  1. Evening Activities

Make connections with peers

Connect with those of similar interests

  1. Housing

Demonstrate an understanding of move-in week process

Demonstrate an understanding of what it means to live on campus (general expectations, general opportunities)

Know how to navigate roommate relationships before moving to campus and in first few weeks

  1. Dining Services

Demonstrate an understanding of where to find information about the options, cost and how to elect options

  1. Books

Know where to find information about the process for reserving books and the various options available

  1. Carolina Card

Recognize the card as the official University ID with various functions (access, dining, athletic tickets, etc)

Have card by the end of Orientation

  1. Student Success

Demonstrate an awareness of Student Success Center, where it is, its general purpose and how they might benefit

Feel they can be successful and articulate personal responsibility for success.

  1. Career Exploration and Planning

Know where Career Center is located

Expect to participate in an internship, job shadowing, or other career-related learning experience while at USC

Recognize major choice is linked to career plans

  1. Technology

Know where to locate computer and software recommendations

Demonstrate an understanding of where to find information about on-campus computing support available (iCare, Helpdesk, Move-In)

  1. Parking & Transportation

Be aware of where to find information about the options, cost and how to access them

Demonstrate an understanding of transportation around campus

  1. Safety

Demonstrate an understanding of initiatives and services that promote a safe campus

Articulate their responsibility in campus safety

  1. Behavioral Expectations

Believe we will hold them accountable

Expect to be a meaningful contributor to the Carolina community in positive ways

Describe the Carolinian Creed and why we have it

  1. History/Traditions

Develop a common understanding of university traditions

Describe what makes USC special and distinct

  1. Wellness

Know where to find information about student health services available and what is covered as part of student health fee

Be aware there is a tobacco free campus policy

Know how to register with student disability services if services could possibly be needed

  1. Engagement/Involvement (USCConnect, study abroad, undergrad research, etc)

Identify a few initial ways to connect

Demonstrate an understanding of some of the benefits of engagement

Describe our leadership focus

  1. Athletics

Demonstrate an understanding of football ticket process

Establish an awareness of the variety of sports we offer

  1. Greek Life

Know what it is and how to engage in the process, if interested

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