All incoming students are highly encouraged to register for at least one Navigate CSUCI session. Navigate CSUCI sessions will provide students an opportunity to learn more about specific programs and services, as well as, crucial information to smoothly transition to CSUCI this fall. These offerings will take place in July. Sessions will be an hour in length, with a 45-minute presentation and 15 minute Q & A. Please see schedule below. To register, simply click over the session title. If you have questions, please contact orientation@csuci.edu.
Week 1 - July 10 through July 14
| Session Title | Date and Time | Session Description |
|---|---|---|
| Navigate CSUCI: Differences in Services/Accommodations From K-12 | 7/10/2023, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | There are many differences in disability related laws, eligibility requirements, student responsibility, and academic standards between the K-12 educational setting and higher education. This session will provide important information to assist with a smooth and successful transition into CSUCI and Disability Accommodations & Support Services (DASS). |
| Navigate CSUCI: Study Abroad Through CSUCI | 7/10/2023, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Join us to learn about the opportunities to study abroad through CSUCI! With study abroad programs in 20 countries around the world, there is something for everyone. Students abroad take courses for CSUCI credit, all while paying the same tuition abroad as they would here at CSUCI. Learn a new language, develop your intercultural competence, gain valuable career skills, travel the world, experience independence, make friends of a lifetime, and come home a more confident global citizen. It’s never too early to start planning for study abroad! |
| Navigate CSUCI: Career Development and Alumni Engagement | 7/11/2023, 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | The Career Development and Alumni Engagement Center (CDAE) serves both current students and alumni in areas such as career exploration, resume and cover letter review, job and internship searching, interview preparation, and more. This session will give Dolphins an overview of services provided by the CDAE. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Parking and Transportation at CSUCI | 7/11/2023, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Whether you live on-campus or are a commuter student, get the guidance you need in order to bring your vehicle to campus with ease. You will also learn about the alternative transportation programs we offer to help you get to CSUCI if you do not have access to a vehicle or simply do not want to bring it to campus. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Breaking Down Loans | 7/12/2023, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. | Interested in learning more about student loans – this is the session! We will cover details about the Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loan programs including interest rates, repayment options, tools and resources as well as how to active your loans for the 20/21 aid year. We will also cover Parent PLUS Loans, how to apply, and next steps. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Differences in Services/Accommodations From Community Colleges | 7/12/2023, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Although disability laws and services are similar at both the community college and university level, not all campus procedures, registration processes and delivery of services are the same. During this session you will learn important information regarding the differences and similarities between community college and CSUCI Disability Accommodations & Support Services (DASS), how to access DASS on-line Services and learn how DASS team members share responsibility with our students to create an accessible learning experience. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Social Justice, Equity, and Inclusion Center | 7/12/2023, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Join Inclusive Student Services (ISS) to learn more about our upcoming affinity centers (Black Cultural Center, Latinx Cultural Center, and more) and how you can get involved! We will have interactive activities for you to get to know more about our team and the plan for student engagement. Your voice matters, so come join us to share your feedback and learn how you can get engaged. |
| Navigate CSUCI: First Year Experience ASSET Scholars Program | 7/12/2023, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | ASSET Scholars staff and peer mentors give incoming students an overview of the first year experience program. Students will learn about a critical program on-campus that support students through the first year transition to CI, including information about peer mentors, faculty mentors, career exploration field trips and other support resources embedded in one program. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Early Access to Academic Success! Library Services | 7/13/2023, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Broome Library will introduce students to the array of resources and equipment they can access from the Library’s website, and show how online access to librarians can help students navigate their first weeks at CI, and beyond. Librarians will be available to answer questions. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Tutors Talk! Academic Success Tips From Experienced Tutors in the Writing and Multiliteracy Center and the Learning Resource Center | 7/13/2023, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Learn how to succeed from students who excel in their academic areas! During this session, students will meet with fellow students who are also tutors at the Writing & Multiliteracy Center(WMC) and the Learning Resources Center (LRC). Peer tutors will share their experiences as students and tutors, as well as survival tips. There will be opportunities for break out discussions to answer questions relevant to major/academic areas or writing/communication. |
Week 2 - July 17 through July 21
| Session Title | Date and Time | Session Description |
|---|---|---|
| Navigate CSUCI: Military-Connected Students | 7/17/2023, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. | In this session you will learn about our Veteran Affairs Program and how we serve military-connected students. The Veteran Affairs Program assists prospective and enrolled student veterans and dependents in transitioning and engaging with the campus community to ensure successful progress towards degree completion and on to their career goals. We will share some of our event and programs for the coming year as we meet the challenge of meeting the needs of our military-connected students in a virtual environment. |
| Navigate CSUCI: You@College and Wellness Promotion and Education | 7/17/2023, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | CSUCI is proud to present the digital You@College portal, the first technology of its kind that personalizes campus well-being resources for students. Learn more about the online You@College portal as well as the array of involvement opportunities through Wellness Promotion and Education. |
| Navigate CSUCI: How Student Business Services Serves You | 7/18/2023, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. | This topic will help give students a better understanding of resources and assistance that Student Business Services provides to students and the CI community. This presentation provides information regarding the tuition fee schedule, payment deadline, payment options, how to view account balances, and information regarding the Dolphin ID Card. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Career Development and Alumni Engagement | 7/18/2023, 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | The Career Development and Alumni Engagement Center (CDAE) serves both current students and alumni in areas such as career exploration, resume and cover letter review, job and internship searching, interview preparation, and more. This session will give Dolphins an overview of services provided by the CDAE. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Student Health Services | 7/18/2023, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Student Health Services provides many basic health care services to enrolled students for free. Join our session to learn more about our services, how an appointment works, our immunization requirement, and more. |
| Navigate CSUCI: | 7/19/2023, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Students are charged prorated fees for the time they hold space in dropped classes after the start of the semester. During this session we will provide an in depth explanation of how changes in enrollment may affect a student’s account balance. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Campus Recreation | 7/19/2023, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Campus Recreation supports students by providing recreation; equipment, and services to enrolled students. Join our session to learn more about our recreation facilities, fields, programs, and how to participate. We will cover Intramural Sports, Group/Personal Fitness opportunities, Sports Clubs, Outdoor Adventures, and the Channel Islands Boating Center. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Financial Aid Impact on Schedule Changes | 7/20/2023, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. | In this session we will talk about the impact of class schedule changes, the timing of the changes and potential impact on financial aid eligibility. |
| Navigate CSUCI: First Year Experience ASSET Scholars Program | 7/20/2023, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. | ASSET Scholars staff and peer mentors give incoming students an overview of the first year experience program. Students will learn about a critical program on-campus that support students through the first year transition to CI, including information about peer mentors, faculty mentors, career exploration field trips and other support resources embedded in one program. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Early Access to Academic Success! Library Services | 7/20/2023, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Broome Library will introduce students to the array of resources and equipment they can access from the Library’s website, and show how online access to librarians can help students navigate their first weeks at CI, and beyond. Librarians will be available to answer questions. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Tutors Talk! Academic Success Tips from experienced tutors in the Writing and Multiliteracy Center and the Learning Resource Center | 7/20/2023, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Learn how to succeed from students who excel in their academic areas! During this session, students will meet with fellow students who are also tutors at the Writing & Multiliteracy Center(WMC) and the Learning Resources Center (LRC). Peer tutors will share their experiences as students and tutors, as well as survival tips. There will be opportunities for break out discussions to answer questions relevant to major/academic areas or writing/communication. |
Week 3 - July 24 through July 28
| Session Title | Date and Time | Session Description |
|---|---|---|
| Navigate CSUCI: Early Access to Academic Success! Library Services | 7/25/2023, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Broome Library will introduce students to the array of resources and equipment they can access from the Library’s website, and show how online access to librarians can help students navigate their first weeks at CI, and beyond. Librarians will be available to answer questions. |
| Navigate CSUCI: First Year Experience ASSET Scholars Program | 7/25/2023, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | ASSET Scholars staff and peer mentors give incoming students an overview of the first year experience program. Students will learn about a critical program on-campus that support students through the first year transition to CI, including information about peer mentors, faculty mentors, career exploration field trips and other support resources embedded in one program. |
| Navigate CSUCI:Find Your Pod | 7/25/2023, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Join Student Organizations & Involvement staff to learn about all of our clubs and organizations as well as how to utilize CISync to find out about events and involvement opportunities. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Parking and Transportation at CSUCI | 7/26/2023, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Whether you live on-campus or are a commuter student, get the guidance you need in order to bring your vehicle to campus with ease. You will also learn about the alternative transportation programs we offer to help you get to CSUCI if you do not have access to a vehicle or simply do not want to bring it to campus. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Meet the Social Justice, Equity, and Inclusion Center | 7/27/2023, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Join Inclusive Student Services (ISS) to learn more about our upcoming affinity centers (Black Cultural Center, Latinx Cultural Center, and more) and how you can get involved! We will have interactive activities for you to get to know more about our team and the plan for student engagement. Your voice matters, so come join us to share your feedback and learn how you can get engaged. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Career Development and Alumni Engagement | 7/27/2023, 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | The Career Development and Alumni Engagement Center (CDAE) serves both current students and alumni in areas such as career exploration, resume and cover letter review, job and internship searching, interview preparation, and more. This session will give Dolphins an overview of services provided by the CDAE. |
| Navigate CSUCI: Tutors Talk! Academic Success Tips from experienced tutors in the Writing and Multiliteracy Center and the Learning Resource Center | 7/27/2023, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Learn how to succeed from students who excel in their academic areas! During this session, students will meet with fellow students who are also tutors at the Writing & Multiliteracy Center(WMC) and the Learning Resources Center (LRC). Peer tutors will share their experiences as students and tutors, as well as survival tips. There will be opportunities for break out discussions to answer questions relevant to major/academic areas or writing/communication. |