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/Institutions/Western-Piedmont-Community-College/json/2013-2014/Catalog.json

Orientation Program

To promote rapid adjustment to the educational philosophy, programs, and standards of the College, new students are expected to participate in an orientation program. The objectives of the orientation program are the following:

1. To acquaint the students with the College, its facilities, resources, services, activities, policies and organizations;
2. To assist students in taking full advantage of the opportunities offered by the College;
3. To help students develop effective approaches to the problems encountered by beginning college students.

A one-day orientation program is offered prior to registration for students entering Fall Semester. Students receive a comprehensive orientation to the academic support services offered by the College and become more familiar with the academic policies of the institution.