2. Match up with CPCC!
Welcome to Central Piedmont Community College!
CPCC is the largest community college in North
Carolina! Visit www.cpcc.edu to find out more
about the college.
5. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
• According to this federal law,
instructors and College
personnel cannot give out a
student’s academic records,
accommodations and
disabilities to anyone other than
the student, including the
student’s parents.
6. • Bookstores are located at every campus
• Not all books are available at all campuses
• Textbooks can be purchased in person or online
• Save money on textbooks by:
• Buying used books when available
• Checking to see if your book can be rented
• Selling purchased books back to the bookstore
at the end of the semester
7. •Parking decals are REQUIRED at all
campuses.
•A class paid receipt/schedule and a
photo ID are required to pick up your
decal.
Pick up your decal at any campus!
- Security Office
- Bookstore
- Cashier’s Office
• Display decals on the driver’s side,
rear window.
8. • Student IDs are REQUIRED to:
- Check out Library materials
- Use the Testing Center
- Use the Computer Lab
- Use Fitness Centers
- Attend the Career Fair
• A photo ID and paid receipt are
required to have an ID made.
• Campus schedules vary.
9. A guide which includes CPCC policies that govern academic and
campus life and other valuable student information.
• Academic Policies
• Code of Conduct
• CPCC Policies
• Safety and Security
Access the Student Handbook at: www.cpcc.edu/student_handbook
10. All Career and College Promise students must follow the CPCC
Academic Calendar for CPCC courses.
January 7th - Spring classes begin
January 7th - First Short Session begins
January 16th - MLK Holiday
March 5th through March 11th – Spring Break
March 12th – Second Short Session begins
April 6th through April 8th – Spring Holidays
May 2nd through May 8th – Exam Period
May 8th – Semester Ends
Access the online academic calendar at
http://www.cpcc.edu/calendar/academic
11. • Powered by
• Used for official
communication with
the college
• Check your email daily
• Use the calendar
feature to help with
time management
12. • Register for classes
• Print your schedule
• Check grades
• Change address
• Transcripts
• Financial aid information
• View your student ID #
• 1098 tax information
• Sign up for Critical Alert
• Enrollment verification
• Residency status
• Priority registration dates
13. CPCC provides real time information to students via Facebook
and Twitter. We encourage all students to “like” us on Facebook
and follow our “tweets” on Twitter. It is easy to do.
Go to www.cpcc.edu
On the bottom of the page click facebook and twitter. Also visit
our YouTube videos to find out more about our exciting
programs.
We provide information on parking, current events, campus
closing and more!
14. • Most CPCC classes have a
learning management system
to organize coursework given
by instructors in both online
and traditional classes.
• Attend an eLearning
orientation to learn how to use
Blackboard and/or Moodle.
15. • Dial the 24-hour Central Dispatch Station to get help
from campus security officers.
16. • CPCC’s emergency notification system
• Includes text messaging and direct phone calls
• Only used in emergency situations
• Sign up online
17. • Library • Registration & Records
• Financial Aid • Student Life
• Graduation Services • Family Resource Center
• Academic Learning Center • Disability Services
• Veteran’s Services • Co-op Services
• Student Technology Center • Advising and Counseling
18. • Know why you’re here
• Schedule time for school and study
• Be positive
• Be respectful to faculty & fellow students
• Get to know others
• Use available CPCC resources
• Have a plan for success
• Let your needs be known
19. • Student Success Center
• First Year Experience
• Ask your Instructor
• Call the ITS Help Desk
• Search tool on CPCC website
20. • The Enrollment and Student Services Director at each
campus is a great place to start if you are have questions at
the area campus.
•Cato Marla Harris 704-330-4845
•Harper Gene Merklein 704-330-4441
•Harris Andrea Abercrombie 704-330-4608
•Levine Reggie Pincham 704-330-4207
•Merancas Tracy Moore 704-330-4175
21. Welcome to Central Piedmont Community College! If you
have any additional questions, please email us at
outreach@cpcc.edu
Thank you!
Editor's Notes
WelcomeThe purpose of this orientation is to help students transition to the college successfully.
CPCC offers more than 200 degree, diploma and certificate programs.CPCC serves more than 75,000 people on six campuses.
Today’s orientation will cover manytopics that are important to you as a new student. The topics include college policies, money, getting help, campus safety and logistics.
Dr. Zeiss is the president of our college.There are four core competencies developed by area employers and educators which are critical to the success of every CPCC student. Through your coursework at the college, you will master each of these competencies.
This is very important for high school students and their parents to know.
Check the website for bookstore operating hours.
Parking decals are required to park on all campuses. Vehicles without a decal will be ticketed.To pick up your decal, bring a paid receipt/schedule and a photo ID to any campus security office, bookstore or cashier’s office.Decals should be displayed on the driver’s side rear window. You will need to repeat this process each semester.
Student IDs are required to access many of the services you will need on campus like the library, testing center, computer lab, fitness center and to attend the CPCC Career Fair.You will need to have a photo ID and paid receipt to have an ID made at any of our six campuses. The number on your ID is your Student ID Number!
The student handbook can be accessed at anytime on the CPCC website and includes CPCC policies that govern academic and campus life as well as other valuable student information. Included in the handbook is the student code of conduct which outlines student’s rights and responsibilities as well as disciplinary procedures.
The student handbook can be accessed at anytime on the CPCC website and includes CPCC policies that govern academic and campus life as well as other valuable student information. Included in the handbook is the student code of conduct which outlines student’s rights and responsibilities as well as disciplinary procedures.
Every student has a CPCC email account which is used for all official college communication including financial aid, registration information as well as messages from your instructors.Check your CPCC email daily!
MyCollege is the way you access your personal information at CPCC.Just some of the things you can do using MyCollege include: check grades register for classes pay for classes confirm financial aid status & much more!Sign in to your account from CPCC’s homepage.
The student handbook can be accessed at anytime on the CPCC website and includes CPCC policies that govern academic and campus life as well as other valuable student information. Included in the handbook is the student code of conduct which outlines student’s rights and responsibilities as well as disciplinary procedures.
CPCC courses have online components.You will be using Blackboard or Moodle.Attend an eLearning orientation to learn how to use these learning management systems.You can access Blackboard and Moodle from CPCC’s homepage.
CPCC is a safe college, however, if you do experience an emergency while on campus or have security related issues you can call the 24 hour Central Dispatch Station at 704-330-6911. There are also emergency call boxes on every campus if you need assistance.Security can help you with anything from giving directions to providing you with an escort to your car.
Critical Alert is an emergency only text messaging and phone call system. To get alerts, you have to sign up online through MyCollege.Alerts include different situations including college closings due to weather.
The most important variable in being a successful student is getting involved and connecting to the college's many programs, events and resources.These services are free and are paid for with your tuition! Use them to find success!
The student handbook can be accessed at anytime on the CPCC website and includes CPCC policies that govern academic and campus life as well as other valuable student information. Included in the handbook is the student code of conduct which outlines student’s rights and responsibilities as well as disciplinary procedures.
If you need information, resources or advice, you can always visit or contact the Student Success Center or First Year Experience. Any class related questions should be directed to your instructor. Remind them which class you are taking and ask specific questions. Call the ITS helpdesk at 704-330-5000 for help with technology related questions or problems.Use the search tool on CPCC website.
