Orientation, Transition, & Family Programs

Attend Teal Nation Welcome Events

All students are encouraged to attend Teal Nation Welcome, CCU's welcome back program. There are several events throughout the first week of classes, so check the schedule, and come out today!
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Register for Orientation

Registration for Fall 2023 Orientation is open. All incoming students must register and complete their orientation requirement before starting classes in August.
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Family Members - Stay Connected

We offer an array of resources and programs for family members to take part in. We hope you will get involved.
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Apply to be an Orientation Leader

This wonderful group of O-Teamers will help incoming students and their family members get acclimated to the Chant family.
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Vision

Fostering successful transitions for all Coastal Carolina students and their family members.

Mission Statement

As a team of dedicated orientation, transition, and retention professionals, Orientation, Transition, & Family Programs (OTFP) supports the transition and integration of all students and families during their journeys to, through, and out of the Coastal Carolina University experience. Through the creation of opportunities for discovery, engagement, connection, and reflection, OTFP fosters developmental growth and confidence by reinforcing the importance of student responsibility, ownership of learning, and investment in one’s own success while partnering with and promoting community among families.

Core Values

In order to support the successful transition of students and families, OTFP values and is dedicated to:

Providing a welcoming and inclusive environment that supports the formation of a sense of belonging for all
Facilitating opportunities for experiential learning and application of knowledge
Recruiting a diverse group of students in order to train and develop a competent, knowledgeable, and inclusive team of student leaders
Creating and developing efficient and fiscally responsible programs and services
Collaborating with campus partners and community constituents

Take time to learn about the University's Orientation programs, Teal Nation Welcome, Family Programs and other resources for new students and their family members.