Grizzly Orientation

Everything you need to successfully start your GGC story begins with Grizzly Orientation!

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What is Grizzly Orientation?

Grizzly Orientation (GO) is a mandatory experience for all incoming students to ensure a smooth transition as you join the Grizzly family at Georgia Gwinnett College. This experience is carefully and intentionally curated to equip you with information, tools and resources necessary to start your college journey on the right foot (or Grizzly paw).

Get prepared! Read the Grizzly Guide.

Deadlines and Attendance Requirements
What to Expect
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Deadlines and Attendance Requirements

Registration deadlines
Required to Attend
Not Required to Attend

You'll enroll in classes at orientation, so register as soon as possible for a better chance of getting your preferred class times.

  • Fall semester students: May – August
  • Spring semester students: November – January
  • Summer semester students: April – May

If your student admission type is listed below, you must attend a Grizzly Orientation to enroll in classes.

  • Traditional (first-time freshman)
  • Transfer
  • Dual enrollment
    • All dual enrollment orientations are virtual. Find more information about dual enrollment.
  • International (F-1 and J-1 visas)

If you are one of the following student admission types, you do not need to attend Grizzly Orientation.

  • Continuing education
  • Non-degree seeking (e.g., certificate or certification)
  • Post-baccalaureate
  • Re-admit
  • Transient

What to Expect at Grizzly Orientation

Frequently Asked Questions

Get Connected

Learn about GGC culture, get involved, and start building friendships that last.
Get involved in student life

Find Support

Discover campus resources like academic advising, tutoring, career services, wellness programs and more.
Learn more about student success.

Meet the Team

Connect with faculty, staff and orientation leaders who will guide and support you from day one.

Register Early

Build your class schedule with help from caring and knowledgeable GGC faculty.
Browse the course schedule.

Family Sessions

Families and guests attend their own sessions to learn how to support you, covering academics, finances, safety and student life.
Find more information about parents and family orientation.

Register for Grizzly Orientation

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Please wait to receive your acceptance letter before attempting to register for Grizzly Orientation. 

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Yes, I’m GGC-bound!

Great, we’re excited to have you! Please locate the “Next Steps from Georgia Gwinnett College” email located in your personal email inbox. Can’t find the email? Contact ggcadmissions@ggc.edu for another copy.

CONTACT US

Become a Grizzly Orientation Leader

Contact us

New Student Connections

Location: Building D
Phone: 678.407.5754
grizzlyorientation@ggc.edu

Address
New Student Connections, Bldg. D
Georgia Gwinnett College
1000 University Center Lane
Lawrenceville, GA 30043-7409

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In-Person Orientation

Convocation Center

Parking: parking deck

View maps and directions.

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Virtual Orientation

Via Zoom link emailed 24 hours prior to the event

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