Calling All New Students!

Welcome to Delaware Tech!  We’re pleased that you’ve chosen the Owens Campus and look forward to getting to know you. Our faculty and staff are friendly and helpful; they work together to ensure that your classes are interesting and challenging and that your time on campus will be memorable.

Right now, you’re probably excited about beginning college. But are you a little nervous, too? Don’t worry, that’s normal. You may have lots of questions about Delaware Tech and what’s expected of you. The answers can be found at

New Student Orientation - Fall 2008

At this session, we try to make your transition as smooth and stress-free as possible. It’s our job to answer your questions and give you some insight into a variety of topics, including academic advisement, classes, financial aid, special support services, student activities, and more. Just as importantly, you’ll meet current student leaders and other incoming students — those who feel just like you do!

So, even though you may be busy with lots of things to do, take a few hours and join us at New Student Orientation on Thursday, August 21 at 11:00 a.m. This special program is a good first step toward your success in college. It really will be “time well spent!” See you there!

• Date: Thursday, August 21, 2008 11:00 a.m.
• Location: Arts and Science Center Theater

Make it a great beginning! Refreshments will be served.

A few thoughts about Delaware Tech and New Student Orientation

A good first step

A message from Dr. Ileana M. Smith, Vice President and Campus Director

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Opportunites are everywhere

A message from Terry Johnson, Dean of Student Services

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Agenda

Thursday, August 21, 2008 - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Arts & Science Center Theater
Jack F. Owens Campus
Delaware Technical & Community College

10:45 - 11:00 a.m. Check-in & Refreshments (Theater Lobby)

• Agenda & handouts - Enjoy snacks and goodies!

11:05 - 11:30 a.m. We're glad you're here! Welcome & Overview (Theater)

• Dr. Ileana M. Smith, Vice President and Campus Director
• Dr. Orlando J. George, Jr., President

11:30 - 12:00 p.m. Facts You Should Know (Theater)

• Roady video
• Dr. June Turansky, Dean of Instruction
• H. Terry Johnson, Dean of Student Services
• Rob Bates, Study Abroad Program

12:05 - 1:00 p.m. People and Places Tour
See what the campus has to offer

• Student Support Services - promoting academic success
• The Learning Center - good resources
• Open Computer Lab
• Public Safety - the women and men in blue
• Gymnasium Complex
• Campus Bookstore - books, snacks & more
• Stephen J. Betze Library
• Career Resource Center - eye to the future
• Financial Aid

1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Lunch (Dining Hall)

• Door prizes & Entertainment