Welcome to Phoenix College's My College Orientation!

Welcome to Phoenix College, New Bears!

We're excited you've chosen PC. Whether this is your first college experience, you're transferring, or returning to school after a long break, joining orientation is the efficient way to start your first semester here.

We'll familiarize you with campus, share resources for success, and introduce you to teams who'll help you accomplish your goals. You'll also learn about:

Managing expenses and financial aid
Using CANVAS—the College's online learning portal
Participating in student life, and taking advantage of leadership opportunities

SPRING 2025

Join Us at Bulpitt Auditorium...

THURSDAY, January 9 | 5 pm - 8 pm
Check-In begins at 4 pm

SATURDAY, January 11 | 9 am - 12 pm
Check-In begins at 8 am

REGISTER NOW

Agenda

Each Orientation session will last approximately three hours, and is divided into several segments. Details follow.

CHECK-IN

Please allow enough travel time to arrive on campus and check in at Hannelly Center (HC):

Thu, January 9: 4 - 4:45 pm
Sat, January 11: 8 - 8:45 am

DIRECTIONS

Phoenix College is located at 1202 W. Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85013.
The nearest cross streets are 11th Ave. and 15th Ave. Parking is free and abundant in the West and North Lots.

Directions to Phoenix College Orientation

ORIENTATION AT-A-GLANCE

Please be seated inside Bulpitt Auditorium, by the following times:
Thu, Jan. 9: 5 pm
Sat, Jan. 11: 9 am

INTRODUCTION
TO PHOENIX COLLEGE

Meet the college president, and hear from teams who are focused on your success:

Welcome, with Phoenix College President, Dr. Kimberly Britt
Choosing a Path IRL
Academic Expectations
Disability Resources & Services
Culture of Care, Community & Responsibility

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

FOR STUDENTS
Fields of Interest (FOIs)
Get acquainted with staff affiliated with academic areas that interest you:

Behavioral Sciences & Human Services
Business, Entrepreneurialism & Management
Computer & Information Technology
Culture & Society
Education
Health Sciences
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Visual & Performing Arts

FOR PARENTS & GUESTS
Student Success Champions
Learn how you can advocate for your student's success. Offered in:

English
Spanish

EXPLORE ESSENTIAL RESOURCES

Discover learning tools, and meet groups dedicated to your success:

TECHNOLOGY 101 | Introduction to Tools & Apps:
- Canvas Course Software
- My Maricopa Student Portal
- Rave Alert Campus Security App
Student Life
Financial Aid & Scholarships

Explore the FOIs

Phoenix College, and all MCCCD schools, group academic concentrations into FOIs, or Fields of Interest. It's a convenient way for students to evaluate potential career paths, and courses they'll need along the way. You'll learn about FOIs during your Orientation session, and throughout your time at PC, but why wait? Take a moment now to explore the possibilities!