New Student Welcome Event | GCTC

New Student Welcome Event

We’re excited to kick off your journey with us at Gateway! Join us for our New Student Welcome Event, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with fellow students, meet our dedicated staff and faculty, plus get all the information you need to start your college experience on the right foot!

Event Details

Date: August 14, 2025

Time: 5pm-6:30 p.m.

Location: Convening Center, Boone Campus

Event Itinerary

New Student Welcome Event Itinerary
Time Event
5:00 p.m. Campus Tours
5:30 p.m. Welcome Speaker with Gateway President Dr. Figueroa
5:40 p.m. First Week Essentials - Assistant Professor Jennifer Ashbaugh
5:55 p.m. Blackboard 101 & Student Tips - Instructional Technologist Joe Anderson
6:10 p.m. Financial Aid Overview
6:20 p.m. Faculty Q&A (Theme: What Can I Do to Be a Successful Student?)
Nurse Aide Instructor Ivy Smock, RN, Assistant Professor Chemistry & HVAC Matthew Hafley, Biology Instructor Jake Godfrey
6:30 p.m. Closing statements and Tabling

RSVP

To ensure we provide the best experience, please fill out this form to RSVP for the event and let us know if you have any specific needs or questions. Your input helps us tailor the event to your needs and make your transition as smooth as possible.