Orientation

The schedule for the on-campus sessions is as follows:

• Check in begins at 5:00 pm
• Student ID photos and printing will be available from 5:00 to 5:45 pm and 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the Library
• Welcome from the College President
• Student and Faculty Panel for students and guests
• Students can choose to attend up to four of the following sessions::
  • Personalized tour highlighting where your classes will be held (only available for classes on campus at Carroll)
  • Training on the technology platforms you’ll use at Carroll
  • Strategies to help students to be successful and healthy
  • Opportunities to get engaged on campus and make the most of your college experience
• There will also be time to get your student ID, textbooks, and more!

The virtual orientation will be a continuous session covering the topics listed below. At the end, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with faculty if you’d like.

The schedule for the virtual session on Thursday, January 28 at 6:00 pm is as follows:

• Log into the session starting at 5:45 pm
• Welcome will be from 6:00 to 6:05 pm
• Student and Faculty Panel will be from 6:05 to 6:30 pm
• Virtual campus tour from 6:30 to 6:50 pm
• Training on the technology platforms you’ll use at Carroll from 6:50 to 7:10 pm
• Session on getting involved on campus and making the most of your college experience from 7:10 to 7:30 pm
• Session on strategies to help students to be successful and healthy from 7:30 to 7:50 pm.

The following sessions will be offered:

• Student and faculty panel about what to expect at Carroll
• Personalized classroom tour highlighting rooms your classes are in based on your schedule (only available for in-person session and for students taking classes at Carroll’s campus)
• Training on the technology platforms you’ll use at Carroll
• Strategies to help students to be successful and healthy
• Opportunities to get engaged on campus and make the most of your college experience
• Time for you to get your student ID, textbooks, and more!

Orientation is an important part of setting yourself up for success. Here’s why you need to be there:

• You’ll meet other new students starting the same semester as you.
• You can talk with faculty about what to expect as a college student to prepare you for classes and workload.
• You’ll be better at navigating campus on your first day.
  You’ll know the resources that are here to support you so you can take advantage of them from day one.
  You’ll be able to get your student ID and textbooks to be ready for the first day of classes!

RSVP for orientation will open in late November. Please check back for updates.

Please note that most orientation sessions are only for students. Parents, family members, and guests who accompany students to orientation will attend a separate session at the same time. The only session for everyone is the faculty and student panel.

To be prepared for orientation, please make sure to:

• Register for orientation using the link above!
• Please note that you will be required to log into your Carroll account at orientation. Please make sure you have logged in before attending and that you have your username and password with you.
• Bring a current photo ID with you if you want to get your student ID at orientation.
• Please bring a copy of your schedule or be able to access it on your phone if you want a personalized classroom tour.
• We encourage students to join the virtual orientation on a laptop with a camera and a microphone so you can interact with the presenters and other students. Test your device before the start of the session and log in a few minutes before the start time so you have time to troubleshoot any issues. If you are experiencing any trouble, please contact Student Technology Assistance at 410-386-8060.

The college uses a photo ID system for faculty, staff, and students. Students are encouraged to have their photo taken for a student photo ID. The photos will be used in all Enterprise college systems that include a profile picture (Canvas, Microsoft 365, Outlook).

What to do with a student photo ID:

• Use the college library to check out books, equipment, and access online resources
• Use the Fitness Center
• To record attendance at campus activities
• To receive student-priced theater tickets for Carroll Community College productions
• College IDs may be used at some businesses and restaurants for a student discount

Photo ID requirements

Before getting a student ID, you must:

• Be registered for a credit class
• Have paid at least $1 toward tuition
• Present a current photo ID (passport, driver’s license, state-issued ID, student/military ID, or an official school yearbook)

Getting Your Student ID

The library will be open at New Student Orientation on Tuesday, January 19 from 5:00 to 5:45 pm and 6:30 to 8:00 pm. to get your photo ID taken. If you can’t make it to orientation or have a full schedule that evening, you can get your student ID anytime the library is open after meeting the requirements above. Please visit the Library web page for hours. Please note that winter hours are different from spring hours.

Parents, family members, and other guests who accompany their student to orientation will attend a separate session at the same time facilitated by the Dean of Student Affairs and Senior Director of Admissions. The session will provide helpful information on how to best support your student.

After the main parent session, there will be an optional session on transferring credits from Carroll led by the Senior Director of Advising and Transfer. Learn how transfer works, what students can do now to make sure their transfer path will be smooth, and how families can support a smooth transition from community college to a four-year institution.

For the virtual session, parents, family members, and guests will receive a separate link to join the session the day before.

Students can include parents and guests on their RSVP form.