College of Charleston Parent Weekly Updates: May 15-20, 2012

By auwaerters | Published: May 16, 2012

 

 

All calendars for the semester (academic, registration, exam schedule) as well as breaks and holidays can be found on the Registrar’s website at: http://registrar.cofc.edu/calendars/index.php

 

Residence Life: 843-953-5523

Email reslife@cofc.edu if you have questions about moving out, the residence hall your student has been assigned to for 2012-13, extending stay due to graduation, roommate assignments, summer housing, or wish to share comments regarding the residence hall or residence life issues.

 

Problems with MyCharleston or campus email:

Students should contact HELPDESK about trouble accessing MyCharleston or campus email. Call 843-953-3375 or email helpdesk@cofc.edu – please include name and CWID if emailing.

 

E-mail Notification:

It is extremely important that new and current students maintain their official College of Charleston e-mail account. It is their responsibility as a student to check this e-mail account frequently to retrieve official communication and to ensure mailbox space is available to receive these notifications. All correspondence from the College (including financial aid, bills, and emails from faculty) is sent to the College of Charleston email account.

 

Financial Aid Email: 843-953-5540

E-mails are sent pertaining to students about “missing or incomplete financial documents,” and “information concerning financial aid award packages.” In the email, students will be instructed to log into MyCharleston to review the current financial aid status. In some circumstances, there may be additional information needed to complete the financial aid file.

 

Office of Financial Assistance & Veteran Affairs: 843-953-5540

Parents and students complete the FAFSA to receive financial aid for the academic year. Financial aid includes grants, loans (student and parent), and federal work study. Students and parents can walk in and meet with a CofC financial aid counselor any time between 8:30-5 M-F during the summer and academic year. Email financialaid@cofc.edu with questions.

 

Cost of Attendance: (creating a budget of all costs)

For information regarding the College of Charleston Financial Aid cost of attendance, please select options from the left column – http://finaid.cofc.edu/financial-aid-information/cost-of-attendance/index.php. Please note that this information is for the 2011-12 academic year. As a state-affiliated institution, the College of Charleston’s fees are based on appropriations granted by the South Carolina General Assembly. Accordingly, the fees charged by the college will be directly affected by the action of the legislature and are therefore subject to change without notice.

 

Financial aid Terms & Conditions: 843-953-5540

http://finaid.cofc.edu/pv_obj_cache/pv_obj_id_11C01E2D6E9D57885F6F676364FD20B50BF90300/filename/1213TC.pdf

 

Information about types of scholarships: 843-953-5540

http://finaid.cofc.edu/types-of-financial-aid/scholarships/index.php.

 

E-bill: 843-953-5572

If you have questions about the ebill please contact the Treasurer at treasurer@cofc.edu or 843-953-5572. Provide your student’s full name and CWID (College Wide Identification Number) in any correspondence.

 

Office of the Treasurer Charges (2011-12): 843-953-5572

http://treasurer.cofc.edu/tuition-and-fees/charges.php

Please note that this tuition/fee information is for the 2011-12 academic year. As a state-affiliated institution, the College of Charleston’s fees are based on appropriations granted by the South Carolina General Assembly. The appropriations are usually determined in June/July of each year.

http://finaid.cofc.edu/financial-aid-information/cost-of-attendance/index.php

 

Parents: Become an Authorized User: Treasurer – 843-953-5572

All billing information is sent to the student’s campus email account – to receive the student’s bill you must be an Authorized User! If you have any questions email treasurer@cofc.edu. A payment plan for each semester is available. Check it out at: http://treasurer.cofc.edu/

 

Treasurer Semester Payment Plan: 843-953-5572

http://treasurer.cofc.edu/payment-plan/index.php

 

Summer 2012 Orientation registration: New Student Programs – 843-953-2017

http://orientation.cofc.edu/index.php

All new students must attend a two-day orientation session during the summer. Information regarding the summer orientation sessions for new students is mailed out beginning in March to students who have paid their tuition deposit. Students may register for orientation by logging on to their MyCharleston account, selecting the academic services tab and going to the orientation box in the first column.  Students will need to refer to the questions in the orientation registration booklet (white booklet) before logging in to register for orientation. It is also helpful to refer to the FYE Academic Guide (red booklet) when selecting FYE courses. Students will enroll in fall coursework including FYE during orientation.

 

Family Orientation: New Student Programs – 843-953-2017

http://orientation.cofc.edu/orientation/family-orientation.php

The Family Orientation is held at the same time as New Student Orientation. This program gives family members an introduction to campus resources, opportunities to ask questions and meet others and a chance to see our beautiful campus. Students can register family members to attend family orientation during their own registration for orientation. Family orientation is not mandatory but parents are highly encouraged to attend. The fee is $25.00 per family member. If your student does not register you for the event you may email orientat@cofc.edu to register.

 

Family Weekend September 28-30th: 843-953-2291

The Office of Student Life looks forward to welcoming you to campus September 28-30, 2012 for Family Weekend!  Please mark these dates on your calendar and visit http://familyweekend.cofc.edu/ on a regular basis for updates and additional information.  Online registration for Family Weekend will begin in early August.  Reminders will be sent to the listserv and a schedule of events will be mailed to families of first-year students. The weekend will include a variety of programs and events designed to highlight the history, culture and beauty of the College, the city of Charleston and the South Carolina Lowcountry. 

 

Campus E-mails:

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Family Weekend 2012 — SAVE THE DATE

By auwaerters | Published: May 9, 2012

Dear CofC Families:

The Office of Student Life looks forward to welcoming you to campus September 28 – 30, 2012 for Family Weekend!  Please mark these dates on your calendar and visit http://familyweekend.cofc.edu/ on a regular basis for updates and additional information.  Online registration for Family Weekend will begin in early August.  Reminders will be sent via this listserv and a schedule of events will be mailed to families of first-year students.

 

The weekend will include a variety of programs and events designed to highlight the history, culture and beauty of the College, the city of Charleston and the South Carolina Lowcountry.  This year’s theme, “The Stars We Are” will celebrate the College’s prominence in our local community as well as the institution’s connection to Hollywood.  Plan to enjoy wonderful food, educational programs and fabulous entertainment.  This is an experience that you and your student won’t want to miss!

 

Best,

 

Susan

Dr. Susan Payment

Director of Student Life

Office of Student Life

College of Charleston
66 George Street
Charleston, S. C. 29424
(843) 953-2291–office
(843) 953-1423–fax
payments@cofc.edu
http://studentlife.cofc.edu

 

Student Affairs: Live. Learn. Grow

 

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Class of 2012 Senior Class Gift

By auwaerters | Published: May 9, 2012

All:

 

Since 1990, the Senior Class has identified a way to “give back” to the College through a unified gift program. This year, the Class of 2012 has the opportunity to leave their own legacy and has chosen the Student Affairs Excellence Fund as the designated recipient of individual gifts.  Your gift will help support Student Affairs programs, services and resources that your student  enjoyed or utilized during their undergraduate career and allow the Division to continue to expand its offerings to meet the needs of students in the years to come.

 

All levels of giving are appreciated and making a contribution is easy!  For more information on the Senior Class Gift program (and to donate online) visit:

 

http://giving.cofc.edu/annualgiving/seniorclassgift.php

 

If you would like to mail your contribution, you can use the form available at the link below:

 

https://alumni.cofc.edu/netcommunity/sslpage.aspx?pid=1750

 

Thank you for your consideration of this opportunity and congratulations to the Class of 2012!

 

For more information regarding the Senior Class Gift program, please contact Brandon Sutherland at (843) 953-7362.

 

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Class of 2012 Graduation Profile – CONGRATS College of Charleston GRADUATES!

By auwaerters | Published: May 9, 2012

Provided by our wonderful Division of Marketing & Communications:

 

Here’s some information about the Class of 2012 – as you can see, these graduates have accomplished a lot while at the College! http://cofc.edu/about/graduation-class-profiles/index.php

You might also be interested in the profile we created about them when they started at the College in August 2008 – here is that profile: http://cofc.edu/about/freshman-class-profiles/classprofile2012.php

And here are pictures from 2008 orientation – my how they have changed! https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150751507829902.406778.10239169901&type=1

Last, the Office of Video Services will produce a highlights video of the morning undergraduate ceremony as well as the graduate ceremony and all three full ceremonies will be uploaded to the College’s YouTube channel by the end of next week.http://www.youtube.com/collegeofcharleston

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College of Charleston Parent Weekly Updates May 7-13

By auwaerters | Published: May 9, 2012

Important Dates:

  • May 8 – Spring final grades available on MyCharleston
  • May 12 – Graduation – Congratulations to all our students and their parents!
  • June 11 – Orientation for new students & families begin (registration for orientation is required)
  • August 21 – fall 2012 classes begin

 

Calendars:

All calendars for the semester (academic, registration, exam schedule) as well as breaks and holidays can be found on the Registrar’s website at: http://registrar.cofc.edu/calendars/index.php

 

Residence Life: 843-953-5523

Email reslife@cofc.edu if you have questions about moving out, the residence hall your student has been assigned to for 2012-13, extending stay due to graduation, roommate assignments, summer housing, or wish to share comments regarding the residence hall or residence life issues.

 

May 2012 Graduation:

The senior class website (http://www.cofc.edu/seniorinfo/index.php) has graduation information.  Students should check out the Senior Class Events page and Rehearsal page.

 

Final grades post May 8th! 843-953-5674 (Undergraduate Academic Services)

Any questions about academic probation or academic dismissal should be directed to the Office of Undergraduate Academic Services (undergrad@cofc.edu). You may find the following links helpful:

 

Understanding grades:

http://registrar.cofc.edu/grades/index.php

 

Minimum Scholastic Attainment:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-standards/scholastic-attainment.php

 

Academic Probation FAQs:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-standards/probation-faqs.php

 

GPA & Probation Calculator:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-resources/gpa-calculators.php

 

Problems with MyCharleston or campus email:

Students should contact HELPDESK about trouble accessing MyCharleston or campus email. Call 843-953-3375 or email helpdesk@cofc.edu – please include name and CWID if emailing.

 

E-mail Notification:

It is extremely important that new and current students maintain their official College of Charleston e-mail account. It is their responsibility as a student to check this e-mail account frequently to retrieve official communication and to ensure mailbox space is available to receive these notifications. All correspondence from the College (including financial aid, bills, and emails from faculty) is sent to the College of Charleston email account.

 

Financial Aid Email: 843-953-5540

E-mails are sent pertaining to students about “missing or incomplete financial documents,” and “information concerning financial aid award packages.” In the email, students will be instructed to log into MyCharleston to review the current financial aid status. In some circumstances, there may be additional information needed to complete the financial aid file.

 

Office of Financial Assistance & Veteran Affairs: 843-953-5540

Parents and students complete the FAFSA to receive financial aid for the academic year. Financial aid includes grants, loans (student and parent), and federal work study. Students and parents can walk in and meet with a CofC financial aid counselor any time between 8:30-5 M-F during the summer and academic year. Email financialaid@cofc.edu with questions.

 

Cost of Attendance: (creating a budget of all costs)

For information regarding the College of Charleston Financial Aid cost of attendance, please select options from the left column – http://finaid.cofc.edu/financial-aid-information/cost-of-attendance/index.php. Please note that this information is for the 2011-12 academic year. As a state-affiliated institution, the College of Charleston’s fees are based on appropriations granted by the South Carolina General Assembly. Accordingly, the fees charged by the college will be directly affected by the action of the legislature and are therefore subject to change without notice.

 

Financial aid Terms & Conditions: 843-953-5540

http://finaid.cofc.edu/pv_obj_cache/pv_obj_id_11C01E2D6E9D57885F6F676364FD20B50BF90300/filename/1213TC.pdf

 

Information about types of scholarships: 843-953-5540

http://finaid.cofc.edu/types-of-financial-aid/scholarships/index.php.

 

E-bill: 843-953-5572

If you have questions about the ebill please contact the Treasurer at treasurer@cofc.edu or 843-953-5572. Provide your student’s full name and CWID (College Wide Identification Number) in any correspondence.

 

Office of the Treasurer Charges (2011-12): 843-953-5572

http://treasurer.cofc.edu/tuition-and-fees/charges.php

Please note that this tuition/fee information is for the 2011-12 academic year. As a state-affiliated institution, the College of Charleston’s fees are based on appropriations granted by the South Carolina General Assembly. The appropriations are usually determined in June/July of each year.

http://finaid.cofc.edu/financial-aid-information/cost-of-attendance/index.php

 

Parents: Become an Authorized User: Treasurer – 843-953-5572

All billing information is sent to the student’s campus email account – to receive the student’s bill you must be an Authorized User! If you have any questions email treasurer@cofc.edu. A payment plan for each semester is available. Check it out at: http://treasurer.cofc.edu/

 

Treasurer Semester Payment Plan: 843-953-5572

http://treasurer.cofc.edu/payment-plan/index.php

 

Summer 2012 Orientation registration: New Student Programs – 843-953-2017

http://orientation.cofc.edu/index.php

All new students must attend a two-day orientation session during the summer. Information regarding the summer orientation sessions for new students is mailed out beginning in March to students who have paid their tuition deposit. Students may register for orientation by logging on to their MyCharleston account, selecting the academic services tab and going to the orientation box in the first column.  Students will need to refer to the questions in the orientation registration booklet (white booklet) before logging in to register for orientation. It is also helpful to refer to the FYE Academic Guide (red booklet) when selecting FYE courses. Students will enroll in fall coursework including FYE during orientation.

 

Family Orientation: New Student Programs – 843-953-2017

http://orientation.cofc.edu/orientation/family-orientation.php

The Family Orientation is held at the same time as New Student Orientation. This program gives family members an introduction to campus resources, opportunities to ask questions and meet others and a chance to see our beautiful campus. Students can register family members to attend family orientation during their own registration for orientation. Family orientation is not mandatory but parents are highly encouraged to attend. The fee is $25.00 per family member. If your student does not register you for the event you may email orientat@cofc.edu to register.

 

Family Weekend September 28-30th: 843-953-2291

The Office of Student Life looks forward to welcoming you to campus September 28-30, 2012 for Family Weekend!  Please mark these dates on your calendar and visit http://familyweekend.cofc.edu/ on a regular basis for updates and additional information.  Online registration for Family Weekend will begin in early August.  Reminders will be sent to the listserv and a schedule of events will be mailed to families of first-year students. The weekend will include a variety of programs and events designed to highlight the history, culture and beauty of the College, the city of Charleston and the South Carolina Lowcountry. 

 

Campus E-mails:

 

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College of Charleston Parent Weekly Updates: May 1-6, 2012

By auwaerters | Published: May 1, 2012

Important Dates:

  • May 1 – Guaranteed housing deadline for NEW students
  • May 2 – final exams end
  • May 3 – residence halls close at 6pm
  • May 8 – Spring final grades available on MyCharleston by noon
  • May 12 – Graduation – Congratulations to all our students and their parents!
  • June 11 – Orientation for new students & families begin (registration for orientation is required)
  • August 21 – fall 2012 classes begin

 

Calendars:

All calendars for the semester (academic, registration, exam schedule) as well as breaks and holidays can be found on the Registrar’s website at: http://registrar.cofc.edu/calendars/index.php

 

New Student deadline for guaranteed housing on-campus is today (May 1)! 843-953-5523

The housing application must be completed (all questions answered, contract signed, building preferences selected) via MyCharleston and the tuition deposit paid (to the Office of Admissions – 843-953-5670) prior to 5pm on May 1 to be guaranteed a space on campus. Any questions should be directed to Residence Life.

 

Residence Life: 843-953-5523

Email reslife@cofc.edu if you have questions about moving out, the residence hall your student has been assigned to for 2012-13, extending stay due to graduation, roommate assignments, summer housing, or wish to share comments regarding the residence hall or residence life issues.

 

May 2012 Graduation:

The senior class website (http://www.cofc.edu/seniorinfo/index.php) has graduation information.  Students should check out the Senior Class Events page and Rehearsal page.

 

Final grades post May 8th! 843-953-5674 (Undergraduate Academic Services)

Students can view final grades through MyCharleston beginning May 8th. Any questions about academic probation or academic dismissal should be directed to the Office of Undergraduate Academic Services (undergrad@cofc.edu). You may find the following links helpful:

 

Understanding grades:

http://registrar.cofc.edu/grades/index.php

 

Minimum Scholastic Attainment:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-standards/scholastic-attainment.php

 

Academic Probation FAQs:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-standards/probation-faqs.php

 

GPA & Probation Calculator:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-resources/gpa-calculators.php

 

Problems with MyCharleston or campus email:

Students should contact HELPDESK about trouble accessing MyCharleston or campus email. Call 843-953-3375 or email helpdesk@cofc.edu – please include name and CWID if emailing.

 

E-mail Notification:

It is extremely important that new and current students maintain their official College of Charleston e-mail account. It is their responsibility as a student to check this e-mail account frequently to retrieve official communication and to ensure mailbox space is available to receive these notifications. All correspondence from the College (including financial aid, bills, and emails from faculty) is sent to the College of Charleston email account.

 

Financial Aid Email: 843-953-5540

E-mails are sent pertaining to students about “missing or incomplete financial documents,” and “information concerning financial aid award packages.” In the email, students will be instructed to log into MyCharleston to review the current financial aid status. In some circumstances, there may be additional information needed to complete the financial aid file.

 

Office of Financial Assistance & Veteran Affairs: 843-953-5540

Parents and students complete the FAFSA to receive financial aid for the academic year. Financial aid includes grants, loans (student and parent), and federal work study. Students and parents can walk in and meet with a CofC financial aid counselor any time between 8:30-5 M-F during the summer and academic year. Email financialaid@cofc.edu with questions.

 

Cost of Attendance: (creating a budget of all costs)

For information regarding the College of Charleston Financial Aid cost of attendance, please select options from the left column – http://finaid.cofc.edu/financial-aid-information/cost-of-attendance/index.php. Please note that this information is for the 2011-12 academic year. As a state-affiliated institution, the College of Charleston’s fees are based on appropriations granted by the South Carolina General Assembly. Accordingly, the fees charged by the college will be directly affected by the action of the legislature and are therefore subject to change without notice.

 

Financial aid Terms & Conditions: 843-953-5540

http://finaid.cofc.edu/pv_obj_cache/pv_obj_id_11C01E2D6E9D57885F6F676364FD20B50BF90300/filename/1213TC.pdf

 

Information about types of scholarships: 843-953-5540

http://finaid.cofc.edu/types-of-financial-aid/scholarships/index.php.

 

E-bill: 843-953-5572

If you have questions about the ebill please contact the Treasurer at treasurer@cofc.edu or 843-953-5572. Provide your student’s full name and CWID (College Wide Identification Number) in any correspondence.

 

Office of the Treasurer Charges (2011-12): 843-953-5572

http://treasurer.cofc.edu/tuition-and-fees/charges.php

Please note that this tuition/fee information is for the 2011-12 academic year. As a state-affiliated institution, the College of Charleston’s fees are based on appropriations granted by the South Carolina General Assembly. The appropriations are usually determined in June/July of each year.

http://finaid.cofc.edu/financial-aid-information/cost-of-attendance/index.php

 

Parents: Become an Authorized User: Treasurer – 843-953-5572

All billing information is sent to the student’s campus email account – to receive the student’s bill you must be an Authorized User! If you have any questions email treasurer@cofc.edu. A payment plan for each semester is available. Check it out at: http://treasurer.cofc.edu/

 

Treasurer Semester Payment Plan: 843-953-5572

http://treasurer.cofc.edu/payment-plan/index.php

 

Summer 2012 Orientation registration: New Student Programs – 843-953-2017

http://orientation.cofc.edu/index.php

All new students must attend a two-day orientation session during the summer. Information regarding the summer orientation sessions for new students is mailed out beginning in March to students who have paid their tuition deposit. Students may register for orientation by logging on to their MyCharleston account, selecting the academic services tab and going to the orientation box in the first column.  Students will need to refer to the questions in the orientation registration booklet (white booklet) before logging in to register for orientation. It is also helpful to refer to the FYE Academic Guide (red booklet) when selecting FYE courses. Students will enroll in fall coursework including FYE during orientation.

 

Family Orientation: New Student Programs – 843-953-2017

http://orientation.cofc.edu/orientation/family-orientation.php

The Family Orientation is held at the same time as New Student Orientation. This program gives family members an introduction to campus resources, opportunities to ask questions and meet others and a chance to see our beautiful campus. Students can register family members to attend family orientation during their own registration for orientation. Family orientation is not mandatory but parents are highly encouraged to attend. The fee is $25.00 per family member. If your student does not register you for the event you may email orientat@cofc.edu to register.

 

Family Weekend September 28-30th: 843-953-2291

The Office of Student Life looks forward to welcoming you to campus September 28-30, 2012 for Family Weekend!  Please mark these dates on your calendar and visit http://familyweekend.cofc.edu/ on a regular basis for updates and additional information.  Online registration for Family Weekend will begin in early August.  Reminders will be sent to the listserv and a schedule of events will be mailed to families of first-year students. The weekend will include a variety of programs and events designed to highlight the history, culture and beauty of the College, the city of Charleston and the South Carolina Lowcountry. 

 

Campus E-mails:

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College of Charleston Parent Weekly Updates April 23-29

By auwaerters | Published: April 23, 2012

Important Dates:

  • LAST DAY OF SPRING CLASSES!!!
  • April 24 – Reading day
  • April 24 – Course evaluations will close today!
  • April 25 – Exams begin
  • May 8 – Spring final grades available on MyCharleston by noon
  • May 12 – Graduation
  • June 11 – Orientation for new students & families begin (registration for orientation is required)
  • August 21- fall 2012 classes begin

 

Calendars:

All calendars for the semester (academic, registration, exam schedule) as well as breaks and holidays can be found on the Registrar’s website at: http://registrar.cofc.edu/calendars/index.php

 

Cougar Countdown:

Your student can de-stress during exams by participating in activities provided during Cougar Countdown. Check out the calendar of events, in addition to the schedule that can be found on the webpage cougarcountdown.cofc.edu  and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/CofCCountdown.

 

Course Evaluations:

Every semester CofC students have the opportunity to evaluate each of their courses and professors. These evaluations are used by department chairs and deans. Students receive emails about completing the course evaluations and are encouraged to complete them by logging in to MyCharleston. There is no identifying information shared with professors. The Course-Instructor Evaluations will be open for completion through Tuesday, April 24.  As an incentive, students who complete Course-Instructor Evaluations for all of their courses will be entered into a drawing.  Continuing students whose names are drawn will receive priority registration in the upcoming semester.  Graduating students whose names are drawn may receive an extra graduation ticket!

 

Residence Life:

Email reslife@cofc.edu if you have questions about moving out, the residence hall your student has been assigned to for 2012-13, extending stay due to graduation, roommate assignments, summer housing, or wish to share comments regarding the residence hall or residence life issues.

 

Final grades post May 8th!

Students can view final grades through MyCharleston beginning May 8th. Any questions about academic probation or academic dismissal should be directed to the Office of Undergraduate Academic Services (undergrad@cofc.edu). You may find the following links helpful:

  • Understanding grades:

http://registrar.cofc.edu/grades/index.php

  • Minimum Scholastic Attainment:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-standards/scholastic-attainment.php

  • Academic Probation FAQs:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-standards/probation-faqs.php

  • GPA & Probation Calculator:

http://undergrad.cofc.edu/academic-resources/gpa-calculators.php

 

May 2012 Graduation:

The senior class website (http://www.cofc.edu/seniorinfo/index.php) has been updated with future meetings, rehearsal information and more opportunities to win extra tickets.  Students should check out the Senior Class Events page and Rehearsal page for chances to win extra tickets.

The May ceremonies take place outdoors in our beautiful and historic Cistern Yard. There are two ceremonies – one in the morning and one in the afternoon of the same day. Because of the large number of graduates who participate, tickets are required for guest admission. Each graduation candidate will be eligible to receive 4 tickets for their guests who wish to join them in the Cistern Yard. Additional tickets are only available on a limited basis by raffle at several senior events that take place throughout the year. Contact your senior class officers for more information. Details (including dates/times) about the May ceremony can be found on the Senior Information Website during the spring term.

 

Final Spring 2012 Transcripts:

Transcripts with spring 2012 Grades and Degrees will be available on May 16, 2012. You must select ‘Hold for Grades’ or ‘Hold For Degrees’ if you wish to have Spring 2012 Grades and Degrees included on any transcript ordered prior to the 16th

http://registrar.cofc.edu/

 

Summer 2012 Orientation registration: http://orientation.cofc.edu/index.php

All new students must attend a two-day orientation session during the summer. Information regarding the summer orientation sessions for new students is mailed out beginning in March to students who have paid their tuition deposit. Students may register for orientation by logging on to their MyCharleston account, selecting the academic services tab and going to the orientation box in the first column.  Students will need to refer to the questions in the orientation registration booklet (white booklet) before logging in to register for orientation. It is also helpful to refer to the FYE Academic Guide (red booklet) when selecting FYE courses. Students will enroll in fall coursework including FYE during orientation.

 

Family Orientation: http://orientation.cofc.edu/orientation/family-orientation.php

The Family Orientation is held at the same time as New Student Orientation. This program gives family members an introduction to campus resources, opportunities to ask questions and meet others and a chance to see our beautiful campus. Students can register family members to attend family orientation during their own registration for orientation. Family orientation is not mandatory but parents are highly encouraged to attend. The fee is $25.00 per family member. If your student does not register you for the event you may email orientat@cofc.edu to register.

 

Family Weekend September 28-30:

The Office of Student Life looks forward to welcoming you to campus September 28-30, 2012 for Family Weekend!  Please mark these dates on your calendar and visit http://familyweekend.cofc.edu/ on a regular basis for updates and additional information.  Online registration for Family Weekend will begin in early August.  Reminders will be sent to the listserv and a schedule of events will be mailed to families of first-year students. The weekend will include a variety of programs and events designed to highlight the history, culture and beauty of the College, the city of Charleston and the South Carolina Lowcountry. 

 

Academic Advising & Planning Center: http://advising.cofc.edu/

Degree worksheets, advising contacts, student resources, general education requirements:

 

Registrar Forms & FERPA information:

 

E-bill:

If you have questions about the ebill please contact the Treasurer at treasurer@cofc.edu or 843-953-5572. Provide your student’s full name and CWID (College Wide Identification Number) in any correspondence.

 

Become an Authorized User:

All billing information is sent to the student’s campus email account – to receive the student’s bill you must be an Authorized User! If you have any questions email treasurer@cofc.edu. A payment plan for each semester is available. Check it out at: http://treasurer.cofc.edu/

 

Office of Financial Assistance & Veteran Affairs:

Parents and students complete the FAFSA to receive financial aid for the academic year. Financial aid includes grants, loans (student and parent), and federal work study. You may find the applying for aid webpage which is posted below helpful. There are also a couple of videos on this page about the process. You can read more about the different types of aid by selecting the appropriate link on the left sidebar of the page.  Students and parents can walk in and meet with a CofC financial aid counselor any time between 8:30-5 M-F.  Email financialaid@cofc.edu with questions.

 

Applying for aid: http://finaid.cofc.edu/financial-aid-information/general/applying-fin-aid/index.php

 

Campus E-mails:

Advising@cofc.edu – Questions about academic advising, course selection, academic advisor

DiningServicesCustomerService@cofc.edu – Questions about meal plans, dining, payment

FinancialAid@cofc.edu – Questions about financial aid, awards, loans, grants, scholarships

MailServices@cofc.edu – Questions about mail services for students, shipping, mailboxes

Reslife@cofc.edu – Questions about residence halls, repairs, room changes, issues with roommates

Treasurer@cofc.edu – Questions about bill payment, payment plans

parents@cofc.edu – General questions or referral to campus services

fye@cofc.edu – Questions about First-Year Experience coursework

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Cougar Countdown: Ask a Prof!

By auwaerters | Published: April 23, 2012

Good morning parents! Please encourage your students to take advantage of this unique opportunity to ‘Ask a Prof’ questions before exams! Many professors are giving up an hour or more of their time on Reading Day to be available to students during this drop in session. Also, today kicks off Cougar Countdown, our week-long series of activities and events to encourage students to take healthy, stress-relieving breaks during Exam Week! Thanks for helping us help our students!

 

Lindy

 

Lindy Coleman

Coordinator, Study Skills program

Center for Student Learning

colemanm@cofc.edu

843.953.8180

 

From: Coleman, Melinda L
Sent: Monday, April 23, 2012 9:58 AM
To: Enrolled Students
Subject: Got Exam Questions? Profs Have Exam Answers! Stop By the Library on Tuesday, April 24 for ‘Ask a Prof!’

 

Have a quick question for a professor as you prepare for exams?

 

Stop by the first floor of the Library on Tuesday,  April 24 from 1-4 pm  for ‘Ask a Prof!’ Professors from many different departments will be available to answer a wide variety of questions about preparing for final exams.  There will also be lots of giveaways! See the full schedule below.

 

And remember that Cougar Countdown starts TODAY! Check out the full schedule of events at cougarcountdown.cofc.edu  and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/CofCCountdown , and follow us on Twitter @cofccountdown   

 

Ask a Prof!

Tuesday, April 24             1-4 pm                  Addlestone Library

 

1 pm: Deb McGee (COMM)

            Dan Greenberg (PSYC)

            Devon Hanahan (SPAN)

            Katie Hladky (RELS)

            Celeste LaCroix (COMM)

            Linda Jones (PHYS)

 

2 pm: Kay Smith (ENGL)

            Hope Florence (MATH)

            Brigitte Codron (FREN)

            Brian Scholtens (BIOL)

            Erin Beutel (GEOL)

            Mike Larsen (PHYS)

 

3 pm: Joe Kelly (ENGL)

            Louise Doire (RELS)

            Claire Curtis (POLS)

            Merissa Ferrara (COMM)

            Maricela Villalobos (SPAN)

 

 

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Lighten Your Load Program

By auwaerters | Published: April 18, 2012

The Lighten Your Load program is a great program for students to participate in during move-out. It’s our end of the year donation drive.

 

In an effort to keep some items out of the landfills, students can donate items they no longer want (or that won’t fit in the car!) to boxes that will be in each lobby. (We will have signs about specific things they can/can’t donate). The donation locations will be designated in the lobby of the residence halls next week.

 

NOTE:  Please remind your students as they are moving out that they should NOT leave their personal items in the lobby of the building.  If the items are left too close to the Lighten Your Load donation site, they could be donated.

 

The sale is on 5/1 and 5/4 at 3pm-5pm both days in the Liberty 1st floor activity room. 

 

Proceeds from the sale are contributed to the College of Charleston Alternative Spring Break program.

 

Items to Donate:

Gently used clothing and footwear

Linens

Unopened nonperishable food

Electronics

Household items

Dishes

Books

Bags

 

Items NOT to Donate:

Egg crate mattress topers

Hangers

Undergarments

Wet, torn, or stained clothing

Garbage

Broken electronics

Toiletries

Opened or Perishable food items

 

If your student has questions, please have them email reslife@cofc.edu.

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Spring 2012 Parking Information for Move-Out from Residence Halls

By auwaerters | Published: April 18, 2012

The College of Charleston’s offices of Residence Life, Public Safety, New Student Programs, and Parking Services have partnered together so that we can provide convenient parking for the families of students moving out of residence halls for the summer.

 

Be advised that any street parking other than metered spaces will be ticketed by The College of Charleston and/or the City ofCharleston. Parking on streets in areas that are not designated as parking areas restricts traffic flow and creates safety concerns for both pedestrians and other vehicles. Leaving someone to stand guard at a vehicle that is parked on the street will not prevent that vehicle from being ticketed.

 

Tip:  Don’t forget to bring hand trucks or dollies for move out.  Each residence hall will have a limited number in the lobby so it may be a good idea to bring your own to assist in the moving process. 

 

 

SURFACE LOT AVAILABILITY

 

Selected surface lots that will be available for move-out on the dates and times provided below the following list:

  • G Lot (close to Buist-Rivers; please note that you cannot park in a space that is marked as “reserved for physicians” or “Residence Hall Director”)
  • BS Lot (close to Bull Street historic houses please note that you cannot park in the space that is marked as “Residence Hall Director”)
  • Q Lot (close toComing Streethistoric houses)
  • CS Lot (close toComing Streethistoric houses)
  • I Lot (close to McConnell; CofC marked spaces only)
  • P Lot (close to McConnell andWentworth Streethistoric and fraternity houses)
  • WP Lot (close to Warren Place and Kelley House; also fairly close to Berry and McAlister; excludes the service space and the Residence Hall Director space)

 

We will not be ticketing the selected surface lots listed above during the following timeframes ONLY:

Tuesday 4/24/2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

Wednesday 4/25/2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

Thursday 4/26/2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

Friday 4/27/2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

Saturday 4/28/2012 from 12:00 PM until 5:00 PM

Sunday 4/29/2012 from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM

Monday 4/30/2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

Tuesday 5/1/2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

Wednesday 5/2/2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

Thursday 5/3/2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

 

 

For exact locations of these surface parking lots, please consult the College of Charleston Parking Map. Printed copies of the map are available at Parking Services or Public Safety.

 

These are the only surface lots that will be available, and they will only be available during the timeframes provided above. Exams do not officially end until 5/2/2012, and students and employees with permits for these lots will still need access to their spaces while other students are moving out. Even if a lot appears to have several available spaces, it will be ticketed; the only exceptions are in the lots listed above during the designated timeframes.

 

 

GARAGE PARKING

 

For students who are moving out at times when there will not be surface lot availability, or for students whose residence halls are close to the PG, GG, or WG garages, we will offer complimentary two-hour garage parking for one vehicle per student. Please read the following information very carefully:

 

  • Upon request students will be provided with one 2-hour parking voucher for one of the following garages: PG Garage, GG Garage, or WG Garage. For exact locations of these garages, please consult the College of Charleston Parking Map. PG Garage is convenient to Warren Place, Kelly House, Berry, and McAlister. WG Garage is convenient to the Wentworth Street historic houses, the fraternity houses, and McConnell. WG is reasonably close to McConnell and Craig.
  • Garage parking vouchers will be available at the Parking Services office beginning on Monday 4/23/2012, and must be picked up during business hours (Monday through Friday; 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM). A valid Cougar Card must be presented in order to receive your garage parking voucher. (Public Safety will have a limited supply of garage parking vouchers if you need to pick one up after 5:00 PM.)
  • Garage vouchers may be redeemed at any time of day between 4/24/2012 and 5/3/2012. Garage vouchers will represent the only parking option to students who plan on moving out on a weekday prior to 5:00 PM.
  • There is a strict two-hour time limit on the parking garage vouchers, so please have all belongings packed and ready to go before you begin moving them out. If time parked exceeds two hours, patrons will be responsible for paying the additional fees.
  • You must retain the ticket that you pulled upon entering the garage in order to be eligible for the two hours of free parking. You must surrender both the ticket and the voucher to the cashier in order to be eligible for the two hours of free parking.
  • Garages are not always staffed 24/7, but there is usually a cashier on duty between the hours of 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM. Unfortunately, vouchers cannot be presented when there is not a cashier on duty. In order to avoid flat-rate exit fees, we recommend that you park at a metered space if you will be leaving campus after 10:00 PM.

 Please feel free to call Parking Services at 843.953.7834 or email parkingservices@cofc.edu if you have any questions.

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