New Student Orientation (NSO)

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5 - 5:30 p.m.
Check-In/ Resource Fair/ Light Meal

Student agenda for the evening:

• Welcome to Waubonsee
• Financial Aid: Funding Your Education
• Getting Tech Ready at Waubonsee
• Your Rights and Resources
• Support for Success
• College 101

Parent agenda for the evening:

• Exploring Pathways: Certificates, Associate Degree, and Transfers
• Support for Your College Student's Journey
• Financial Aid: Unlocking Resources for Funding Education
• Library and Tech Tools: Maximizing Campus Resources
• Access Center & FERPA: Rights and Resources
• Key Dates for Supporting College Students
• Open Forum: Answering Your Questions

NSO Magazine - Welcome to Waubonsee!

Funding Your Education

Navigate the financial side of college with confidence! Student Accounts, Financial Aid, and Money Matters present the money lessons you need to be a successful college student. Don’t fall for common pitfalls or misconceptions around managing your balance and accessing aid. In this session, we’ll help you focus on school, not financial stress.

Getting Tech Ready at Waubonsee

Start your Waubonsee journey with a strong understanding of our online tools and resources! In this session you will learn how to navigate Canvas - our online course management system, know the difference between your student email and your Canvas inbox, how to access inclusive materials and more! 

College 101

If you are a degree-seeking student, you will have an Academic and Career Advisor who will help you with all your planning and course selection throughout your time at Waubonsee, including transferring to a four-year college or university. Your advisor is your “go to” person whenever you have a question or need support.

If you’re still undecided about your career and major, talk to your Academic and Career Advisor who can explain career assessment tools, career exploration resources, academic program options and paths, along with internships and service learning opportunities.

Your first semester can be overwhelming but remember you are not alone. Waubonsee has a team of Academic and Career Advisors as well as Counselors ready to help support your academic and personal success!

Campus Tours

Take advantage of this opportunity to walk through your schedule and see where your classes will be held. Ask us any questions you may have and we’ll prepare you to start out the school year with confidence!

Dean for Student Engagement Office
(630) 466-6686
orientation@waubonsee.edu