New Student Orientation

Welcome and Congratulations on Starting Your Academic Journey!

As a new student at Grays Harbor College, you are certain to have many questions. New Student Orientation is designed to help you uncover the answers to your questions, navigate campus and provide you timely information about campus resources and support services. By the time you leave orientation, you’ll be ready for the first day of the quarter and on your way towards becoming a successful GHC student.

Fall 2024 Orientation

Drop-In New Student Orientation

Date Wednesday, September 11
Check-in Location Grays Harbor College Campus, First Floor tulalW Building
Time 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Staffed Enrollment Lab
Location tulalW 2nd Floor
Time 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

All You Need to Know to Get Started at GHC
An overview of Advising Services, Academic Support resources, Campus Life, Business Office, Financial Aid, WorkForce, Campus Safety and Parking, Tech resources, and Advising
Location tulalW 3320
Presentation Times
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM

Campus Tour
The tour includes Main Campus Buildings, Gym, Food Pantry, Carpentry, Automotive, Welding, Bishop Center, ending at the Library to get Student IDs.
Location Starting at Student Life Office
Tour Group Times
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Lunch Break
Complimentary lunch for new students. Opportunity to meet other students and staff.
Location Cafeteria
Time 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

Raymond & Ilwaco NSO Roadshow!

Date Friday, September 13
Location Raymond Campus
Time 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lunch
Location Raymond Campus
Time 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Raymond Campus Tour
Overview of facility, resources, safety, parking and student ID process
Location Raymond Campus
Time 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Ilwaco Campus Tour & Refreshments
Overview of facility, resources, safety, parking and student ID process
Location Illwaco Campus
Time 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

About Orientation

You will learn a lot about GHC at new Student Orientation. The program is an opportunity for you to learn about the three pillars of student success (academic, financial and social) and how to navigate campus. During the program, you will begin to build a network of resources that are designed to support you throughout your GHC journey. You will learn about:

Student support services
Student email and WiFi
Tutoring
Parking & transportation
Student aid and scholarships
Safety & security
Events, clubs, and organizations
On campus employment
Childcare
Bookstore
And much more!

Additionally, during New Student Orientation you will learn tips from students and staff who will serve as guides during your time at GHC. Advisors and student leaders will be around throughout the day, ready to answer your questions.

We look forward to meeting you and joining you along your educational journey!

Remember, you are awesome. We are glad you are here!

Contact Us

For more information or for answers to any questions, please contact Sarah Dalrymple at sarah.dalrymple@ghc.edu.