Creating Connections

New Student Orientation

Fall 2008

 Student Orientation
Congratulations on your choice to attend Maui Community College!

We look forward to welcoming you to the MCC ohana! We are here to assist you in creating connections at MCC so that your transition to student life at MCC will be successful. Through this welcoming event, you are able to obtain information and resources and meet people that will introduce you to the rich academic, cultural, and social life of the MCC campus.

Orientation Dates:
Thursday 1/10 at 11:00am and 5:00pm Pa’ina
Saturday 1/12 11:00 am Pa’ina

Please direct your questions/comments to 984-3297

 At orientation you will:

• receive assistance from a team of highly trained and experienced MCC student orientation leaders.
• get acquainted with other new students.
• learn about opportunities for campus involvement.
• hear from representatives from across campus
• tour the MCC campus.
• receive refreshments
• have lots of fun!
• participate in a walking tour of MCC
• obtain your student ID
• the chance to WIN $50.00 to MCC Bookstore and Foodcourt!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Am I required to attend an orientation session?

YES! The orientation staff understands the needs of incoming students and has designed a program that offers essential information in a high energy, interactive format.  Orientation offers you the chance to learn your way around campus and to meet other students, staff, and faculty.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn all you can before that important first day of classes.

2. What will orientation be like?

The orientation program provides a variety of learning experiences, much like what you’ll experience as a college student at MCC.  You will experience small group discussions with staff and peers and have many opportunities to ask questions.  You’ll be assigned to a group of 10 to 15 students guided by an orientation leader and have opportunities throughout the event to get to know other students and tour the MCC campus. You will hear from administration, staff and faculty. You will get to participate in a walking tour where you will visit computer labs, the library, student life and other places that are here at MCC for your benefit.

3. Do I have to stay the whole time? Can I come late or leave early?

Arrive early and plan to stay through the end. It will make your experience much more enjoyable if you are not rushing in and out.

To encourage you to get the most out of the event, prize tickets will be given at the beginning of the event; however you need to stay until the end to win!

4. What if I have not registered yet?

At this point you should have applied, been accepted, taken placement tests and registered for your courses. If you have not completed these steps you should do these NOW. Call 984-3267 for more information on becoming enrolled and registered.

5. What do I need to bring?

• Any of your MCC information and receipts that you have completed and/or received. This information will help us answer any questions you may have about your specific situation.
• Your MyUH login information in case you want to go into your account that day.
• You will need a photo ID and proof of payment to get a Student ID.
• You will be getting lots of information & materials. You may want to bring a comfortable bag or back pack and something to use to take notes during the sessions.