Roseau, DOMINICA- On the heels of hosting its 24th Orientation Ceremony, the Dominica State College (DSC) presents Freshers’ Week – SOAR, Student Orientation, and Registration activities from August 26 to 30, 2024, marking the arrival of the 2026 Graduating Class. With more than 700 freshmen expected to join the DSC community, this week promises to equip learners with academic success resources and serve as a dynamic introduction to college life. The orientation is essential to the College’s commitment to providing new students a smooth transition into college life.

Officer-in-Charge at the Dominica State College, Miss Trudy Christian is encouraging students to embrace this new semester with a positive outlook.

This week’s activities will be as follows:

· On Monday, August 26, 2024, Dominica State College invites parents and families to their Parent and Family Orientation. Parents and families will learn what to expect during their child’s time at the College. Their session also includes a campus tour, and an opportunity to interact with the dedicated management and faculty. Parents and families are expected to be on Campus from 3:10 p.m.

· Tuesday, August 27, 2024, marks the New Student Orientation at the College. All new students are required to receive their exclusive Freshers’ packet, attend a convocation ceremony, explore the academic resources fair, and learn how to navigate the student portal (Classe365). The day’s activity begins at 9:00 a.m.

· Wednesday, August 28, 2024, is dedicated to the Freshers’ seminars at the College. Students will engage in informative sessions covering essential topics such as Mental Health, Majors and there will also be an Online Student Affairs Campus Resource Fair. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m.

· Thursday, August 29, 2024, promises a day filled with exciting activities at the College. Students participate in a Freshers’ workshop, Departmental Orientation, Academic Advising and a Sports Meet. The sessions start at 8:45 a.m.

· Finally, on Friday, August 30, 2024, students can unwind and relax with Movies on the Green from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

DSC excitedly awaits the arrival of its 2026 Graduating Class during Freshers’ Week, hoping for a seamless transition as well as their success and great memories throughout their time with us.