New Student Orientation

1. New Student Orientation Ogeechee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

2. Objectives • Discuss elements that will help you be a successful student • Discuss the services that are available to you as a student • Discuss important policies • LEARN!

3. Dress Code • Students are expected to dress and groom themselves in such a way as to reflect neatness, cleanliness, and good taste. • Dress should reflect the occupation in which you are enrolled.

4. Student ID Cards • Must be worn any time a student is on campus (above the waist) • $3.00 replacement charge • IDs are made across from the auditorium – check the schedule.

5. Student Parking • First parking decal is free – additional decals are $5 each • You can obtain a decal from the Business Office • Permits are to be displayed in the rear driver-side lower window • Do not park where the curbs are painted yellow

6. Tobacco-free Institution Smoking and smokeless tobacco use are strictly prohibited within the buildings at Ogeechee Technical College. The College provides receptacles in designated outside areas for students that smoke or use smokeless tobacco, and these areas are expected to be kept clean and presentable.

7. Campus Safety • OTC has a day and evening security officer on duty throughout the week • In the event of an emergency, contact the security officer or receptionist • The campus crime report is posted on bulletin boards throughout the College • Emergency Operations and Safety instructions are located in your student handbook

8. Weapons Policy • OTC is committed to (1) providing a safe educational environment; (2) prohibiting the carrying of weapons within school safety zones as prohibited by law; (3) creating an awareness of this policy and related policies; (4) establishing definitions; and (5) establishing procedures for disposition of violations. • The full Weapons Policy is provided in your Student Handbook (page 56).

9. Code of Conduct • OTC must provide opportunities for intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth. Technical College students assume an obligation to act in a manner compatible with the fulfillment of the mission. The Technical College community recognizes its responsibility to provide an atmosphere conducive to growth. With these principles in mind, OTC establishes this Student Code of Conduct. • The full Student Code of Conduct is provided in your Student Handbook (page 38).

10. Used and new textbooks Course materials School supplies Reference materials Gifts and clothing Snacks and beverages Hours: 8am to 7pm Monday-Thursday 8am to 3pm Friday OTC Bookstore Location: JEK Building #331

11. Books Periodicals Videotapes Electronic resources GALILEO access Computer access Study rooms Must have ID Hours: 8am to 9:30pm Monday-Thursday 8am to 3pm Friday Library Location: JEK Building Lower Lobby

12. Guarantee/Warranty • To demonstrate confidence in and commitment to quality technical education program which are relevant, current, and responsive to the stated expectations of Georgia’s businesses and industries. • State Board of Technical and Adult Education will warrant every graduate. • Remain in effect for two years after graduation • Honored at any state technical college • File a claim see VP of Instructional Services

13. Work Ethics • Designed to evaluate and encourage good work habits. (Quality of work, following instructions, productivity, honesty, reliability, attendance, etc…) • Work Ethics not calculated in GPA • Printed on Transcripts • Two grades for each course: • Academic Grade: B • Work Ethics Grade: 2 • 3 – Exceeds Expectations • 2 – Meets Expectations • 1 – Needs Improvement • 0 - Unacceptable A 2

14. Student Organizations • National Technical Honor Society • Opticianry Club • Radiologic Technology Club • Student Council • SCNAVTA

15. Registrar's Office Student Services Testing Services Counseling Services Career Placement Financial Aid Enrollment Services

16. Location: JEK Building Student Services Center Enrollment Services • Admissions • Change of Program • Readmission • Sit out from two consecutive quarters or more • Secondary and Post-secondary transcripts • Testing: Placement and Program • Transient student requests • Student ID Card Center • Hours are posted each quarter • First free, $3 replacement fee

17. Registrar’s Office Location: JEK Building Student Services Center • Permanent Student Records • Address, name and phone number change • Transfer Credit • Official Transcripts from all schools • Transcript Evaluation Form • Course(s) is/are essentially the same; C or better • Enrollment Verification • Program Completion/Clearance/Graduation • BANNER Web

18. Financial Aid Location: JEK Building Student Services Center • Students must apply for financial aid each year. • FAFSA online at • http://www.fafsa.ed.gov • HOPE, PELL, Scholarships… • Veterans Information • Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

19. Counseling Services Location: JEK Building Office 171 • Career Counseling is offered for those who are undecided about their career or are considering a career change. • Academic Counseling is available for those who need assistance, general information about programs including admission requirements and academic planning. • Personal Counseling is available for those who are faced with managing, coping, and dealing with personal problems.

20. Counseling Location: JEK Building # 171-E • Brian Russellis available to provide short term counseling designed to deal with personal, family, social, and educational concerns. These services will help students handle day-to-day challenges and encourage their personal growth and development. The goal is to help students succeed in college and in life. Referrals to an outside agency will be made as deemed necessary by the counselor. All services will be kept confidential.

21. Location: JEK Building Office 171 Disability Support Services • Students with disabilities may request services at any time, but are encouraged to do so as early as possible. • If you choose to voluntarily disclose your disability, you may: • Complete the Special Populations Survey • Contact the Special Services Coordinator, Penny Hendrix.

22. Location: JEK Building Office 171 Georgia Fatherhood Program • Designed to place non-custodial parents in jobs and job training leading to permanent employment • To qualify: • Be a non-custodial parent; and • Have an active case with CSE agency; and • Be referred to OTC by your CSE agent.

23. Career Placement Location: JEK BuildingStudent Services Center • Assists students and graduates who are seeking employment related to their program of study. • Resume preparation • Mock interviews • Educational workshops • Career fair

24. Location: JEK BuildingStudent Services Center New Connections to Work • Designed to make a difference in the lives of single parents, displaced homemakers, and single pregnant women. • To qualify you must be: • A single parent with custody or joint custody of minor children; or • A homemaker in transition (separated, divorced, or widowed); or • A single pregnant woman; or • A TANF recipient or client of DFACS • Student Assistance Center

25. People to know… • Section 504-ADA Coordinator • Ensures OTC facilities are accessible to people with disabilities • Penny Hendrix, Office 332A, 912.486.7211 • Title IX Coordinator • Handles discrimination on the basis of sex • Jane Rocker, Office 332C, 912.871.1602 • Title VI Coordinator • Handles discrimination complains of any kind • Pearl Johnson, Office 162, 912.871.1626

26. Statesboro 100, 300, 400 Joseph Kennedy Bldg. 500 Allied Health Bldg. 700 Business Office 800 Occupational Studies Bldg. Mobile Units A-G