GETTing College Ready
GETTing College Ready is the virtual summer engagement series for new Gettysburg College students. These events, held on Zoom, are for incoming First-Year students, transfer students, and their families to learn more about the transition to Gettysburg College, ask questions about upcoming deadlines and processes, and get acquainted with the offices, programs, and opportunities that are available to new students.
The schedule of events, and registration links, can be found below. Sessions will run through August 2024.
| Session | Date | Time | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction & Dashboard | May 21 | 7pm | Resources |
| Student-Only Mixer: LGBTQIA+ Student Life, Activities, & Resources | June 3 | 7pm | Resources |
| Guided Pathways and Co-Curricular Advising | June 5 | 7pm | Resources |
| Accommodations Process | June 10 | 7pm | Resources |
| Student-Only Mixer: Student Disability Network | June 11 | 6:30pm | Resources |
| Student-Only Mixer: DEIA Advocacy | June 12 | 5:30pm | Resources |
| International Student Services Meet & Greet | June 14 | 10am | Resources |
| Curriculum Overview | June 18 | 7pm | Resources |
| Student-Only Mixer: Substance Free Living (RISE) | June 20 | 8pm | Resources |
| ASCENT Outdoor Pre-Orientation Program Information Session | June 24 | 7pm | Resources |
| Introduction to Navigate | June 25 | 7pm | Resources |
| International Student Panel: Transitioning to Life in the U.S. | July 3 | 10am | Resources |
| Course Registration #1 | July 9 | 12pm | Resources |
| Course Registration #2 | July 11 | 7pm | Resources |
| Advice to My First-Year Self: How to Make a Successful Transition for Students and Parents | July 18 | 7pm | Resources |
| Student Employment | July 23 | 7pm | Resources |
| The Residential Experience | July 30 | 7pm | Resources |
| Understanding Financial Aid and Billing | August 1 | 7pm | Register here |
| International Students: Preparing for Your U.S. Arrival | August 6 | 10am | Register here |
| Countdown to Move-In: Packing, Move-In Day, Orientation & More | August 6 | 7pm | Register here |
Please monitor this page for session information and registration links. Invitations will also be sent via email.
Resources
You will find relevant resources and links from each session above. Additionally, below are general resources and links:
First Year Advising and Registration Guide