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With the start of the fall semester upon us, here's helpful information about student services and resources to familiarize you with the wide variety of programs and services offered at the college.
All student services operate with the following hours:
First Week of Semester (Aug. 22-26) Hours (In person and Remote)
M-F @ 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Regular Semester Hours (In person and Remote)
M-Th @ 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
F @ 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Remote only)
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| Admissions and Records
Admissions and Records (A&R) is available on the 1st floor of the Student Center and via a Virtual Front Counter. The office maintains all academic records, evaluates transfer units, and carries out online registration processes. Contact the office for help with things like: name and address changes; admissions, certificate, and degree applications; petitions; residency requirements; and transcript requests.
| | Career Planning Center
The Career Planning Center (CPC) helps you explore college majors and career pathways, develop your resume, and prepare for the workforce. Talk to a career counselor in person or online, or sign up for the (free) CPC Canvas Hub to easily access information, resources, and workshops.
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Disability Support Services
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Express Counseling
Express Counseling is available on the 2nd floor of the Student Center and through the Virtual Front Desk where you can meet with counselors face-to-face through video conferencing. This online platform provides access to all services available in an in-person counseling session.
Counselors in major areas are available for scheduled appointments starting the third week of the semester.
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EOPS, CARE, CalWORKS, Guardian Scholars, and Grads To Be
EOPS assists students with economic, linguistic, and educational challenges (as defined by Title V). CARE assists single parents on public assistance; CalWORKS provides help to students on TANF; Guardian Scholars supports current and former foster youth; and Grads To Be provides help and resources to undocumented students.
Reach out for help and more information at the EOPS office on the 2nd floor of CCCPLX, or via the office's Virtual Front Desk here.
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Financial Aid
The Financial Aid Office assists students with the financial aid application process and facilitates disbursements. Learn more about the various federal, state, and campus aid programs by consulting the financial aid question database or emailing the Financial Aid Office for assistance.
Check your inbox for a Financial Aid kickoff email sent on August 1.
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Food Pantry
The Cypress College Food Pantry, located in the Student Life & Leadership Center, is offering food distribution services on campus throughout the semester.
Visit Student Life & Leadership for more details.
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Health Center
The Health Center provides a number of services, including mental health counseling and telemedicine visits via the online Health Center Portal. It offers birth control consults, addresses minor urgent care issues, prescribes birth control and other medications as needed, and provides counseling for nicotine cessation as well as weight and nutrition.
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Student Life & Leadership Center
The newly renovated Student Life and Leadership Center (formerly Student Activities Center) is home to student life programs and clubs. Get involved in shared governance via Associated Students, the student government organization on campus that advocates on behalf of the Cypress College study body and coordinates campus events and activities.
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| | Veterans Resource Center
The Veterans Resource Center (VRC) provides assistance to active duty military, veterans, and their dependents seeking to complete a degree or certificate. It also provides opportunities for peer-to-peer support for academics and wellness as well as camaraderie, mentoring, and social networking.
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Welcome Center
The Welcome Center is available on the 1st floor of the Student Center and is staffed with student ambassadors available to answer general questions, help you navigate myGateway and Canvas, assist with troubleshooting issues and concerns, and put you in touch with other individuals and offices for more specific questions and answers.
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Don't forget to visit the Campus Bookstore for your textbook and school supply needs.
The Campus Bookstore is your one-stop shop for course textbooks, logowear and branded merchandise, school supplies, and more. The Bookstore offers flat-rate shipping, and also has a textbook rental program. Visit the Bookstore website for more information.
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OC Bus Pass Program:
Ride Free & Journey Together with Cypress College and OCTA
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Through the college's partnership with the OC Transit Authority, all full-time, part-time, and non-credit Cypress College students can download a bus pass to ride all OC Bus fixed local routes¹, paid for during registration via a nominal, mandatory fee of $2.50 for full-time students and $1.50 for part-time students per semester.
Simply download the OC Bus app and create an account with your Cypress College preferred email address (the email address you receive official college communications at²) for your pass with unlimited rides, valid throughout the semester.
¹Additional fare applies for OC Express and Express routes.
²Check this in myGateway by going to the "Student" tab and clicking on "Update E-mail Addresses" in the Personal Information block on the right-hand side.
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| Other Important Resources
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| Free Grab-and-Go Meals
This semester, Cypress College is continuing to offer our free breakfast and lunch program beginning August 22. Pick up your grab-and-go meals in the Student Center at 7:45–11:30 a.m. for breakfast and 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. for lunch.
Student ID must be presented.
| | Chromebook and WiFi Hotspot Rentals from the LRC
Need to borrow a laptop or WiFi hotspot for the fall semester? The Learning Resource Center continues to provide free Chromebook and WiFi hotspot rentals for use throughout the semester. Request yours using the Chromebook and WiFi Request Form.
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