Thursday, September 25, 2008

Fall 2008 E-Newsletter Issue #2

IP Office hours:
Monday- Friday
10 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 5 pm

Important Dates (refer to page 3 of fall schedule for more)
10/6:- All late enrollments require instructor signature.
10/6:- $35 late fee applies to each course addition

10/10:- Last day for 40% refund of tuition only- fees nonrefundable

Welcome New Students!




Want to Plan Ahead?
Click here to view the GRCC Annual Academic Calender.

Late Start Classes
If you need to pick up additional credits it is not too late, but you must register right away! Classes on the list include some of the following options:


English 110 #3808
English 110 #3810
Math 072 #5987
Math 097 #6047

There are also various PE classes, a few HSC options and others.
Use Schedule Planner or come in to the IP office to register.

TOEFL Registration:For those who are planning to transfer soon, please register early for TOEFL. GRCC-Kent is a testing site.

Applying to University of California?
You better watch this Youtube video! More tips from UC on writing personal statement.


Transfer to University

Are you planning to transfer to a university in winter or fall 09? It's now time to start your application process!

  • Choose at least three schools: 1) your dream school, 2) your second choice and 3) one you feel confident that will accept you.
  • Visit the school websites to familiarize yourself with transfer and international student requirements, the application and all deadlines.

  • Begin drafting your personal statements. Be sure to understand the essay questions before you start. Come into the office or use the writing center if you need extra help.
University Transfer Workshop
When: October 15th, 2008 , 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm
Where:
ZWC 105
What:
Learn how to fill out a university application (including deadlines and common requirements)
For Who:
Second year students applying to a university this year (Fall, Winter, or Spring quarter)


Foundation Scholarship
The Scholarship Application for 2008-09 academic year is available on-line and in the Financial Aid Office.

Pride Foundation and the Greater Seattle Business Association's (GSBA) Scholarship
Application for the 2009-10 school year is now available!

Important Insurance Tip
Avoid going to the Emergency Room (ER) at the hospital unless you have a serious life threatening emergency. Your student insurance will not cover the high cost of an ER visit. It's best to use a walk in clinic like the various Multi-Care clinics during daytime, even for broken bones and other non-life threatening emergencies. Come into the office if you have questions and/or want to pick up a list of nearby clinics.
GRCC ActivitiesCheck out the event calendar.

Community Activities
Talk Time is a Free Weekly Event. Meet with Americans and practice your English! Every Friday from 7-9pm at Family of Grace Lutheran Church. 31317 124th SE, across from the fire station

Campus Resources

Contact information

IP Telephone 253-288-3300
Alvin Tai: ttai@greenriver.edu
Jessica Galán: jgalan@greenriver.edu
Sarah Hamilton: shamilton@greenriver.edu
John Tankersley: jtankersley@greeniver.edu

If you have any feedback of comments regarding this newsletter, please email ipadvising@greenriver.edu



Disclaimer:
Green River Community College has made reasonable efforts to provide in this schedule information that is accurate at the time of publication. However, the college reserves the right to make appropriate changes in procedures, policies, calendars, requirements, programs, courses, and fees. When feasible, changes will be announced prior to their effective dates, but the college assumes no responsibility for giving any particular notice of any such changes. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to create any offer to contract or any contractual rights.
Green River Community College does not discriminate against anyone based on race, ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or status as a disabled person or veteran of war, in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students needing an alternative medium for communicating must contact Disability Support Services in Educational Planning, ext. 2631.
Limitation of Liability: The college's total liability for claims arising from a contractual relationship with the student in any way related to classes or programs shall be limited to the tuition and expenses paid by the student to the college for those classes or programs. In no event shall the college be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including but not limited to, loss of earnings or profits.

Friday, September 19, 2008

Fall 2008 E-Newsletter Issue #1

Hello Students,

We hope you had a great summer! We want to welcome all of you back to campus. For those new students who joined us this fall, welcome to the family. This is a new version of your E-Newsletter and we will bring you the most up to date information on things happening on campus. Bookmark this link to stay informed about what's going on: student activities, helpful workshops, job posting, volunteer opportunities important deadlines and university transfer.

Office Hours
First week of the quarter, IP has extended walk in hours (no appointments) from 8 am to 5 pm on 9/22-9/24 and 9 am to 5 pm on 9/25-9/26.

Normal hours are:
Monday - Friday
10 am to 12 pm
1 pm to 5 pm


Tuition Fee
Tuition fee is due by the first day of the quarter (9/22/08). There will be a $95 late fee who those who still have a balance due by the end of the business day. Avoid the Wait! Pay Online.

Important Dates (refer to page 3 of fall schedule for more)
9/22:- Last day for 100% refund on tuition and fees
9/24:- Last day to register for fall quarter without instructor signature
9/25:- All registrations, adds, and drops require instructor signature
9/25:- No web registrations
9/26:- Last day for 80% refund of tuition only- fees nonrefundable
10/6:- All late enrollments require instructor signature.
10/6:- $35 late fee applies to each course addition
10/10:-
Last day for 40% refund of tuition only- fees nonrefundable

12 Credit RuleAll academic students must register for a min. of 12 credits to be in compliance with the immigration regulations

How to Overload into Classes
If you are still on a wait list by the first day of class and you still want to be enrolled in that class, you must attend the class and get permission from the instructor. There is no guarantee that you will get in. Be polite with your request and you may have a chance!

Class Schedule
Don't know where to go for your classes? View your classes here.

Safety Alerts
Subscribe to GRCC Safety Alerts and keep informed of campus emergencies, safety issues and inclement weather emergency closures.

New Student Appointment (NSA)
If this is your first academic quarter, schedule your NSA with your assigned advisor at the IP office. If you fail to complete your appointment by the 8th week of the quarter, you registration account will be blocked. Yikes!

Address Update
If you recently moved, please click here to update your address. The immigration law requires that you update your new address within 10 days of your move.

How to find your instructor?
Click here for GRCC staff directory.

FacebookWe are in Facebook

Transfer
If you are planning to transfer to a university in California in fall 2009, applications may be due in October or November.

GRCC Student Email AddressIf you have not set up your GRCC student email account, please click here.

Foundation Scholarship
The Scholarship Application for 2008-09 academic year is available on-line and in the Financial Aid Office.

MAPS

MAPS testing dates for Fall Quarter 2008:
Tuesday, September 23rd 2-3:30
Tuesday, November 18th 2-3:30
Monday, December 8th 1-2:30

Paper Tree Book Store
Click here for refund policy.

GRCC Activities
Halloween Party 10/31 in LSC 7 pm to 11 pm. Sign up at Student Programs

Campus Resources
  1. Counseling Services
  2. Math Learning Center
  3. The Writing Center
  4. Tutoring and Resource Center

Contact information
IP Telephone 253-288-3300
Alvin Tai: ttai@greenriver.edu
Jessica Galán: jgalan@greenriver.edu

Sarah Hamilton: shamilton@greenriver.edu
John Tankersley: jtankersley@greeniver.edu


If you have any feedback of comments regarding this newsletter, please email ipadvising@greenriver.edu

Disclaimer:
Green River Community College has made reasonable efforts to provide in this schedule information that is accurate at the time of publication. However, the college reserves the right to make appropriate changes in procedures, policies, calendars, requirements, programs, courses, and fees. When feasible, changes will be announced prior to their effective dates, but the college assumes no responsibility for giving any particular notice of any such changes. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to create any offer to contract or any contractual rights.
Green River Community College does not discriminate against anyone based on race, ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or status as a disabled person or veteran of war, in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students needing an alternative medium for communicating must contact Disability Support Services in Educational Planning, ext. 2631.
Limitation of Liability: The college's total liability for claims arising from a contractual relationship with the student in any way related to classes or programs shall be limited to the tuition and expenses paid by the student to the college for those classes or programs. In no event shall the college be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including but not limited to, loss of earnings or profits.