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8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. — New Students (First-Time, Transfer, and Re-Entering)
Residential Students Only Check-In (JS)
Residence Hall Check-In
Cannon Student Center
Grab your clearance card, clear any holds, and receive approval to move into your residence hall.
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8:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m. — Individual Financial Aid Questions (as needed) (JS)
Hedrick Building, Office of Financial Aid
Catawba Financial Aid Office provides essential information on completing your FAFSA and understanding your 2024-2025 financial aid award package. It is an excellent opportunity to ask questions and ensure you have everything in place for your financial support.
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8:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m. — Health Center—Insurance Verification (as needed) (JS). - Proctor Health Center
Catawba College full-time students are required to have health insurance, and all international students are required to have health insurance covering them in N.C. Health Services MUST review and approve all insurance an international student carries prior to allowing them to waive the school insurance.
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8:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m. — Student Account/Billing Questions (as needed) (S)
Hedrick Building - Student Accounts/Business Office
Catawba College offers interest-free payment plans for Fall and Spring semesters.
The Spring 4-month payment plan runs from December 16, 2024, through January 14, 2025.
Installment Schedule:
- January 15, 2025, at 11:00 PM EST
- February 15, 2025, at 11:00 PM EST
- March 15, 2025, at 11:00 PM EST
- April 15, 2025, at 11:00 PM EST
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8:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m. — Individual Transfer Credit Questions (as needed) (S)
Hedrick Building – Registrar Office
- 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. — New, Transfer, Re-Entering, Commuter Students and Family Orientation Check-In (JS)
Cannon Student Center
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11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. — Lunch (JS)
Cannon Dining Commons
Enjoy lunch in our Cannon Dining Commons – our primary dining option on campus for students. The Coop in the Commons will also have Starbucks coffee and light snacks.
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12:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m. — Welcome to Catawba College (JS)
Ketner Hall – Tom Smith
Join us for a warm welcome session featuring President Nelson, EVP & Provost Cowart, Dean of Students, student leaders, faculty, and deans! This is a unique opportunity to hear inspiring messages, connect with campus leaders, and kick off your journey at Catawba College.
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1:00 p.m.-1:45 p.m. — Unlocking Success: Navigating College Life (JS)
Ketner Hall – Tom Smith
Join us for an enlightening session designed to empower future students with essential skills and offer families invaluable insights to support their students’ success at Catawba College. Our Success Coaches understand that the student journey is filled with excitement and challenges. That’s why we prioritize the crucial role of success coaches in unlocking your potential and helping you achieve
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1:45 p.m.-1:55 p.m. — Break
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2:00 p.m.-3:15 p.m. — Supporting Your Catawba Student (PF)
Ketner Hall – Tom Smith
Your student’s time at Catawba will be filled with opportunities, connections, and, at times, challenges. Learn how you can help support your student through their transition to college.
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2:00 p.m.-3:15 p.m. — Navigating MyCatawba Portal (S)
Hedrick Building, Room 235
Join us for an informative orientation session to help you navigate the MyCatawba Portal! Discover how to utilize its features effectively to enhance your academic success and stay connected at Catawba College.
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3:15 p.m.-4:30 p.m. — Understanding MyCatawba Schedule (S)
First-Year Students Only
Hedrick Building, Room 235
This essential orientation session will help you understand your academic schedule at Catawba College! Learn how to access course offerings, locate classrooms, and explore time and subject content to ensure a successful start to your semester.
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3:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m. — Transfer Students and Advisor Connection (S)
Exploring Campus and Connecting with your faculty advisors
You can connect with your faculty advisor! This is an excellent opportunity to ask questions, discuss your academic goals, and learn how to make the most of your college experience.
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3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. — Chill, Relax and Explore Campus (PF)
Cannon Student Center—Commuter Lounge
Join us for a relaxing opportunity to chill, explore, and connect with other families while your student attends orientation activities at Catawba College!
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5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. — Dinner (S)
Cannon Dining Commons
Students will enjoy delicious dinner options with their classmates in our dining hall.
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8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. — The Campus Life Experience (S)
Ketner Hall – Tom Smith
An exciting evening awaits you as you dive into enjoying a night on campus at the movies.
