Fort Valley State University

It looks like fall classes at Fort Valley State University are in full session to visitors in the W. W. E. Blanchet CTM building. That’s because of a standing room only crowd of parents and students spilling into the lobby from the auditorium there. Today, the newcomers to campus attended a pre-orientation event to learn about academic programs, student life, housing and any information that will help make the transition to college life a smooth one.

“This orientation will give students an introduction to several key areas of our institution,” said Wallace Keese, director of student services and coordinator for the event. “We are one of the most affordable universities in Georgia. We have very caring professors. Since we are a small institution we can customize our programs.”
This is the second orientation held this summer to acquaint new students with their home away from home. Two more events are scheduled next month for incoming students: July 11 and 18.

“It was a good event. They covered every department pretty well and went into depth about the requirements,” said Xavier Adams, an incoming freshman from Kathleen.
“I’m majoring in computer science,” said Kandise Giles, a Sparta native. “At orientation, they taught me what core classes I’d need to take and even gave a tour of the building where I’ll be taking my courses. I also saw a model of the room I’ll be staying in during the fall and met with some of the deans.”

To register for the free event, students should find out if they need testing at 478-825-6384 and then contact FVSU’s Student Activities Center at (478) 825-9133.