Sorry We Missed You! We will post new information about the 2024 Welcome Day here when it becomes available. In the meantime, feel free to browse the information below regarding the past year's wonderful event! See you next year!

 

 

Past Welcome Day, 2023

Friday August 11th 2023

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Valencia Campus

Free Parking and Free Shaved Ice!

We have moved the event from the honor grove to multiple indoor campus buildings, follow signage. 

Join us to:

• Receive personalized help with applying and registering
• Talk with faculty and meet fellow new students
• Explore the majors offered
• Learn about campus life and student support programs & resources
• Take a tour of our campus
• Prepare yourself for the first day of classes
• Attend your choice of workshop - offered starting at 10:00am, 10:30am, 11:00am, and 11:30am

• Workshops and Open Labs- Schedule at a Glance

   Explore our lineup of Workshops and Open Labs! While Workshops offer structured learning sessions beginning at set times, Open Labs adopt a more flexible, open house style. 

  • Workshop: Getting Started @ COC: Ready, Set, Go!

    Learn how to prepare for your first day/week at College of the Canyons, identify classroom expectations, and discover college resources. If you are new to the college experience or may need a refresher about navigating the college environment, this workshop is for you! Counselors will provide the necessary tools to empower you to be in the driver’s seat of your education.

    10:00 am - 10:30 am, 10:30 am - 11:00 am, 11:00 am - 11:30 am, 11:30 am - 12:00pm | Location, Canyons Hall (CHCS) − 201

  • Workshop: How to Choose a Major and Career Pathway

    Are you feeling overwhelmed about selecting your college major or are you unsure of your career plans? Find out how to choose the right major and connect it to the career pathway of your dreams! COC Career Counselors will introduce you to the 5 steps of the career exploration process as well as our Program Mapper tool.

    10:00 am - 10:30 am, 10:30 am - 11:00 am, 11:00 am - 11:30 am, 11:30 am - 12:00pm | Location: LTLC − 157

  • Workshop: Student Life at COC: Add Some Fun to Your Calendar!

    Learn about how to make the most out of your college experience through student benefits and student activity opportunities.

    10:30 am - 11:00 am, 11:30 am - 12:00pm | Location LTLC − 144

  • Workshop: A Career in Education

    This workshop will highlight the various careers one can pursue with a degree in Early Childhood Education.

    11:00 am - 11:30 am | Location LTLC − 160

  • Workshop: The Benefits of the Honors Program at COC

    This workshop will provide information on the requirements and the benefits of the COC Honors Program. Why should you consider this program? We will talk about the Transfer Alliance Program (TAP) for students interested in transferring to UCLA, in a major within the College.

    11:00 am - 11:30 am | Location LTLC − 156

  • Workshop: Pathway to Law School Information Session

    Considering a career in the legal profession? Come learn about the Pathway to Law School Program (PLS) where we will share information about program benefits, support services, partner law schools, and how to earn your California Law Pathways Certificate of Completion!

    10:30 am - 11:00 am, 11:30 am - 12:00pm | Location, LTLC − 161

  • Workshop: Pre-Nursing Advisement 

    This workshop will provide you with a brief overview of which classes to take in order to prepare for the Associate Degree of Nursing program as well as pre-licensure BSN or RN-BSN programs. It will also go into detail about how to make yourself as competitive as possible.

    10:00 am - 10:30 am, 11:00 am - 11:30 am | Location, LTLC − 158

  • Workshop: Introducing The Intercultural Center at COC

    Stop by and learn about the various services provided for our students at both the Intercultural Center and our Undocumented Student Resource Center. Find out how both centers can assist students just starting out and those already working toward their goals.

     
    10:00 am - 10:30 am, 10:30 am - 11:00 am, 11:00 am - 11:30 am, 11:30 am - 12:00pm | Location LTLC − 146

  • Open lab: MAP/My Academic Plan - Create yours online today!

    In this open lab you can learn how to build your course schedule and use it to register within the My Academic Plan (Map) tool. 

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, LTLC −  159

  • Open lab: Financial Aid

    In this open lab, you will learn how to apply for finacial aid and have your questions anwsered about how to make college affordable. 

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, Canyons Hall (CHCS) − 142

  • Open lab: EMT Program Open House

    In this open lab, you will gain insights in the EMT program at College of the Canyons and learn from those in the field. 

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, Towsley Hall − 103

  • Open lab: The Learning Center (TLC)

    In this open lab, you will learn how The Learning Center can help support you in your academic journey and the free tutoring offered for students.  

    10:00am - 1:00pm | Location, LTLC Main Lobby

  • Open lab: Admissions and Records 

    In this open lab, you can get your Admissions and Records questions answered, including learning about important deadlines, how to apply to COC, and how to receive or transfer-in transcripts and more!

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, Canyons Hall (CHCS) − 142

  • Open lab: Tour the Center for Early Childhood Education

    In this open lab, you can tour our wonderful Center for Early Childhood Education and learn about the services and programs offered at the college. 

    9:00am - 10:30am | Center for Early Childhood Education  (ECED)

  • Open lab: Student ID Cards

    In this open lab, enrolled students can receive their student ID cards. Please note that this service is also available during normal business hours in the Campus Life and Student Engagement office. 

    9:00am - 12:00pm | Location, Student Center (STCN) − 102

  • Open lab: Library Open House

    In this open lab, you can explore our Library and learn about the services offered. 

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, Library

  • Open lab: Welcome to the Academic Accommodations Center (AAC)

    In this open lab, you can explore our Academic Accommodations Center (AAC) formerly known as Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS), and learn about the services we offer to support our students. 

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, Seco Hall − 103

  • Open lab: Exploring the Living World Using Biology Techniques

    In this open lab, you can explore the living world guided by our department of Biology.

    12:00pm - 12:30pm | Location, Aliso LAB (ALLB) − 218

  • Open lab: Photography Lab Facilities Tour

    In this open lab, you can learn about our Photography program and tour our facilities and available equipment.

    10:00am - 12:00pm | Location, Mentry Hall − 133

  • Open lab: NASA Projects for Students with Astronomy & Physics Club

    In this "out of this world" open lab, you can learn about our NASA Projects with the Astronomy & Physics Club.

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, Aliso Lab (ALLB) − 111

  • Open lab: The Surveying, Construction, and Water Experience

    In this open lab, you can swing by and learn about our Surveying, Construction, and Water Technology programs. 

    9:00am - 12:30pm | Location, Student Success Center (SSC) − 101/102

  • Open lab: Getting to know our campus Intercultural Center (ICC) and Undocumented Resource Center (URC)

    In this open lab, you can explore our brand new Intercultural Center facility and learn more about our Undocumented Resource Center.

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, Intercultural Center Bonelli Hall − 25

  • Open lab: Fire Technology Open House

    In this open lab, you can explore our Fire Technology program and learn about what it takes to become a firefighter. 

    9:00am - 12:00pm | Location, Mentry − 244

  • Open lab: Culinary Adventure at the ICUE

    In this open lab, you can explore our popular Culinary Arts program and facilities at College of the Canyons. 

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, ICUE/Cafe

  • Open lab: Academic Advising - Plan Your First Semester at COC

    In this open lab you can explore our Welcome Center and get course advising services. You can discover how to plan and select your first semester classes.

    9:00am - 1:00pm | Location, Welcome Center LTLC − 168

• FAQ's
  • Will food be provided?  A: We will have Shaved Ice, food items may also be pruchsed at the cafeteria while supplies last. 
  • Will planners be available?  A: Yes!  Free COC planners will be available, while supplies last.  
  • Do I need to RSVP?  A: No, RSVP's are not necessary. Just come!
  • Can I have my COC student ID card made at Welcome Day?  A: Yes!  You'll be able to get your ID card made. However, if you can also have it made before or after during normal business hours with a valid student ID number. 
  • Will the campus tour help me find my classes?  A: Yes!  The campus tour will help you determine the location of your Valencia on-campus classes.  
  • What kind of workshops will be offered?  A: The workshop schedule will be posted on this website the first week of August.  
  • Where will Welcome Day be held?  A: Welcome Day will be held primarily in the Honor Grove of the Valencia Campus.  There will also be open labs, and workshops that will be held in select classrooms and lab spaces.  Check back on this site during the first week of August for additional details.  
  • Do I need to sign up or preregister for a workshop I'd like to attend?  A: No, just show up!
  • Will Academic Advisors be there, to help me plan out which classes to take?  A: Yes!  We will have Academic Advisors available during Welcome Day.  
  • Will the bookstore be open?  A: Yes, the bookstore will be open from 9:00 am-2:00 pm. 
  • Will there be clubs at Welcome Day?  A: Yes, a few clubs will be present.  You can also stop by the Associated Student Government (ASG) table and the Campus Life & Student Engagement table. 
  • Do I need a parking pass for Welcome Day?  A:  No, you don't need a parking pass.  Feel free to park in any student parking space.   
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