Center for New Students and Orientation

Another Student Development Center, located in the New Student Services and Arts Center, C104, is available to students entering the College for the first time. The purpose of this center is to assist all entering students by providing the preliminary information helpful in their transition to Harper College. The center specializes in helping the adult student as well as the traditional student. Advising is provided by appointment in small groups and individually.

This center is responsible for the organization of New Student Orientation Programs prior to the start of each semester. These programs are designed to help new students with the transition into the College setting. They provide opportunities to meet other students and to become familiar with the campus and services available here. Students begin setting goals and are assisted in the selection of and registration for courses.

Prior to beginning the fall semester, all new students and their parents or guardians are invited to the First Year Experience. The student program promotes new friendships, a sense of community and a chance to talk to Harper staff and Student Activities representatives. The parents or guardians of new students are invited to a special program that helps familiarize them with Harper College and with some of the experiences the students may have as new College freshmen.