New Student Welcome

Kick off your college experience with confidence, connections, and essential resources at MWCC’s New Student Welcome! Dive into sessions tailored just for you, meet fellow students, and explore campus life in a fun, supportive environment.

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Agenda

8:30	CHECK IN
9:00 – 10:00 AM	WELCOME & STUDENT/FACULTY PANEL MWCC Theater Our official kickoff for orientation will set the stage for everything you will hear and learn.
10:15 – 11:00 AM	ACADEMIC & CAREER COMMUNITY SESSIONS MWCC Classrooms An interactive review of the Academic and Career Community Action Plans, with a focus on academic program milestones, career pathways, and key resources.
11:15 – 12:30 PM	LUNCH BREAK Lunch with Career Communities and Faculty Enjoy a complimentary lunch with faculty and your peers.
12:30 – 12:45 PM	AFTERNOON TRANSITION BACK TO THEATRE
12:45 – 1:45 PM	COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS: STUDENT SERVICES,  ADVISING, LEARNING SUCCESS & CONNECTION MWCC Theater Four inspiring mini workshops focused on student support services, resources on campus, student life opportunities and community connection are designed to help you build a strong foundation for the semester.
2:00 – 4:00 PM	STUDENT LIFE EXPO & ICE CREAM SOCIAL Student Center Connect with student organizations & community resources all while enjoying a sweet treat! Don’t forget this is a great spot to fill your swag bag with information and goodies.
2:00 – 5:00 PM	OPTONAL PROGRAMMING: THE BUSINESS OF BEING A STUDENT Various Locations MWCC Tech Cafe – Find help with the technology you will use as a student. (Hall of Possibilities) Student ID Pick Up – Pick up your MWCC Student ID (Student Center) Campus Essentials Tours – Explore campus with an official guide. (The Commons) Walk Your Schedule – Bring your schedule and find your classrooms! (The Commons) Meet the Learning Consultants – Get to know this dynamic team (The LaChance Library) Leominster Campus Tour – Arrive on the Leominster Campus from 3:30pm-5pm for a campus tour
Event Concludes	Complete a brief survey to provide feedback and suggestions for future sessions.

Mount Wachusett Community College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and events. If you need disability-related accommodations to participate in New Student Welcome, please contact Student Services at studentservices@mwcc.mass.edu.

To ensure we can meet your needs, please make your request by August 26.  Examples of accommodations might include access to captioning, accessible seating, large-print materials, and dietary accommodations.