Department of Orientation and Transition
The Department of Orientation and Transition is here to welcome and serve new Lopes.
GCU has over 90 students clubs and organizations, an average of 10 events per week and recreational facilities, such as the Canyon Activity Center and Thunder Alley. Student leaders, such as Resident Assistants and Life Leaders, reside in every living area and cultivate residential and spiritual community.
Commuters can connect with community through student-led Life Groups or enjoy the many events and resources coordinated through the Commuter Lounge (Kaibab, Building 25) on campus, which is the perfect place to relax, study and meet new friends! To learn more, read through the resource guide below.
With countless things to do and places to hangout on campus, there is something for everyone while here at GCU, and the Welcome Pros are here to help! The Welcome Pros are student leaders committed to getting you connected. If you are a new student looking to get involved on campus, there are a number of ways we can help you get plugged in.
Navigate through the page below for more information on Welcome Week, New Student Orientation and resources available for new students and families. Parents and families are encouraged to learn more about the resources available to them on the Parent and Family Resources page.
Contact Us
Department of Orientation and Transition
Juniper Hall
3300 W. Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85017
Office: 602-639-6002
[email protected]
Fall Welcome Week
During Welcome Week, you will move onto campus, have the option to attend Welcome Week events, participate in orientation group activities and meet new and returning students. You will also complete outstanding tasks before the start of classes and be officially commissioned into the Herd. See you on campus!
Welcome Week 2023: Monday, Aug. 28, 2023 to Saturday, Sep. 2, 2023
Our orientation leaders are an experienced team of GCU student leaders who are passionate about your first-year experience. They serve as connection ambassadors to help get you plugged into campus life. Depending on your communication preference, they will connect with you over text, a phone call or a cup of coffee to learn about your hobbies, passions and growth opportunities.
Please use the following new student resources to connect with an orientation leader during the school year!
Ask a Welcome Pro! Text us at 602-639-6002 and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Welcome Pros are available Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4 pm.
Once the semester starts, you can fill out the New Student Connection Form on the Resources tab of GCU Engage and a Welcome Pro will reach out to help you get connected.
Keep an eye on our Instagram page (@gcuwelcome) for details on our connection events, happening year-round! We’ll host events throughout the semester where you can meet other new students and make friends.