Promise Newsletter: February 2022 💖

THE BUZZ

Promise Center Updates

February 2023 | Vol. 16

Overview

Fresh Start February - Start the Spring semester off strong!

Promise Reminders

Important reminders to maintain Promise Eligibility

February Spotlight

Financial Aid Support

Celebrating Black Joy

Transfer Center

Academic Support Center

Promise Upcoming Events

Sweets 4 Scholars

Your Journey Matters

Spring 2023 Office Hours

New! Room 119

01/17/2023 - 5/12/2023

Mon/Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm

Tues/Wed 8:00am - 6:00pm

Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm (Virtual only)

We will be closed on February 17th and 20th for the President's Weekend Holidays.

View Zoom Drop-in times & link!

The Zoom is not monitored outside of

the days and hours posted.

Text the Promise Center

714-410-5959

Promise Canvas

Join the Promise Canvas Page

One-on-One Appointments

Meet virtually, over zoom or in-person.

How to schedule an appointment

Promise Reminders

1) Financial Aid Requirement(s)

Promise students must complete their 2022-2023 & 2023-2024 Financial Aid application (CA Dream Act or FAFSA). An incomplete financial aid package (including verification documents) will prevent students from being eligible for the North Orange Promise Fee Waiver.

For assistance contact us!

FAFSA Renewal Application Priority Deadline March 2nd!

CA Dream Act Renewal Application Priority Deadline March 2nd!

2) Graduating this Spring?

If you are ready to graduate in the Spring, the deadline to submit your graduation is February 16, 2023! See a counselor for help with the application.

3) Plan Your Future

Unsure of your major? Check out the C areer Center workshops.

Do you know your major and your degree/transfer goal? Create a comprehensive SEPP plan! First, check your DegreeWorks.

Unsure of what classes to take? Make an appointment to see a Counselor.

4) Transferring Fall 2023?

Make sure to join the Transfer Center Canvas page for important workshops and deadlines. Also, meet with a counselor for a transfer check! transfer.fullcoll.edu

February Spotlights

Grads 2 Be CA Dream Act Sessions

Grads 2 Be supports undocumented students and is collaborating with the Financial Aid Office to answer your questions about the California Dream Act Application!

Click here to register!

Financial Aid Office Hours

The priority filing deadline for FAFSA and CA Dream Act is

March 2, 2023!

If you need any help with applying or renewing, in-person and virtual support available through with the Financial Aid staff.

Phone number: (714) 888-7588

Located in Building 100, Room 115

Celebrating Black Joy!

- Umoja Community

This year’s Black History Month theme is “Black Resistance.”

Join Umoja Community Program in their events this month!

Fullerton College’s Umoja Community Program is celebrating the month with a series of virtual & in-person events that empower students to embrace and celebrate joy.

Visit the FC Umoja links card for more information.

Transfer Center

Are you planning to transfer Spring 2024?

Join the Transfer Center for their Part 1: Preparing to Apply workshop

Spring 2024 Transfer Canvas Page

Fall 2024 Transfer Canvas Page

Academic Support Center

Learn about tutoring services today!

The Academic Support Center provides instructional support services to help students achieve academic success.

ASC Website

Upcoming Promise Events!

We are hosting our 2nd annual Sweets 4 Scholars event to recognize students who received a 3.0 GPA or higher in Fall 2022!

Stop by the Promise & First Year Support Center on February 15th and 16th to pick up your certificate, enjoy sweet treats, and take photos to remember this accomplishment!

On March 8th, 2023, Promise Scholars placed on academic/progress probation will be invited to create a vision board, connect with campus resources and receive support from the Promise team.

Males of Color will be invited to meet 1:1 with a Promise Coach to go over academic and personal goals. More details to come!

Financial Aid Warning or Disqualification

If you received an email from Financial Aid about a warning or disqualification, please refer to their email for next steps, if necessary. Please note that the Promise Fee Waiver and the CA College Promise Grant (CCPG) from Financial Aid are two different forms of tuition support. Log into the Promise Canvas for a breakdown of the differences, resources, and contact information.

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