I am so glad you are here at the new student orientation: Jump Start. This program has been developed specifically in order to help new students navigate the changes that will occur in their first year of college. From knowing who to contact when there are questions, getting around campus, what opportunities & services are available to students, and some insights into how we do things here - all very valuable to make your time here a great journey!
Please be sure and read all the materials you have received as a new student - that will further enhance your experience and keep you from guessing later. I think it is important given the investment you and your parents are making that you attend each session of Jump Start and get the full view of what your time here can be like. Of course, we as educators know that knowing what is available is just the start - the participation part is up to you!
If we can assist you in any way please let us know,
Danny Cagnet
Dean of Students
What is Jump Start?
Jump Start (JS) is a mandatory orientation
program intentionally designed for incoming students and
their parents. The program will include information on
academics, student activities, student organizations,
career services, residential living, international programs,
and much more. College administrators, faculty, staff,
and upper-division students will be available throughout
the program to answer any questions about college life.
JS will take place August 15th - August 18th,
2008. All first time college students are required
to attend Jump Start and charged a fee that includes meals
and activities.
Why Attend Jump Start?
Studies have proven throughout the U.S. that college students
who participate in orientation are much more likely to
get involved and be successful in their academic pursuits.
Because of this fact, we, as stated previously, require
any student that is new to Rochester College and has taken
less than 30 credit hours to attend. Although
parents are not required to attend we encourage attendance
so that students and their parents can understand opportunities
and expectations together as their students face their
first year of college.
important given the investment you and your parents are making that you attend each session of Jump Start and get the full view of what your time here can be like. Of course, we as educators know that knowing what is available is just the start - the participation part is up to you!
