Dear Paine College Family,
Undoubtedly, we are witnessing unprecedented times with the entire globe impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Paine College's initial plan was to reopen the campus for face-to-face instruction for Fall 2020. If you have been keeping up with the news, you will have seen the number of COVID cases rising in more than 40 states including Georgia. It has become clear that there is a safety risk associated with COVID-19 and reopening the Fall semester in a face-to-face environment.
In planning for the fall semester, the health and safety needs of our students, faculty, staff, and Paine College family remain our top priority. Out of an abundance of caution, the decision has been made to continue instruction by remote delivery.
First day of classes will begin in a virtual environment starting August 3, 2020. We will continue teaching and learning remotely through the end of finals on November 24, 2020. Be assured, our online curriculum will be rigorous and engaging. Faculty and staff will maintain office hours and work to support student success.
Even though the COVID-19 pandemic has changed some of the ways the College operates, the mission remains the same, and that is to provide our students with access to a high-quality and transformational educational experience.
To ensure student success, new and transfer students will receive technology training on the College's virtual delivery platform Blackboard Collaborate. Training will be offered during Virtual New Student Orientation scheduled July 31 to August 2, 2020. Returning students will also have access to additional training, if needed.
Please continue to check the College's website for general information. Please keep these key and important dates on your calendar.
Below are key dates for the upcoming academic year:
July 31-August 2 - New Student Orientation (Virtual)
August 3 - Classes begin with remote delivery of instruction
November 19-24 - Final Exams (Potential for some Saturday exams)
January 11- Classes begin for Spring Semester 2020
As we move forward, let us continue to work together in remaining strong and staying positive as we navigate through these ever-changing and challenging times.
Dr. Cheryl Evans Jones, President
Paine College, Augusta, Georgia
Virtual New Student Orientation
Fall 2020 Schedule
"Starting Strong…Achieving Excellence: I AM PAINE COLLEGE!"
July 31 – August 2, 2020
Location: Ellis & Ann Johnson Performing Arts Studio
[Schedule is Subject to Change]
Ms. Jenease L. Horstead Mr. Joseph Dingle, Jr.
Director, Counseling & Wellness Center Assistant Dean of Student Affairs
Jjorstead@paine.edu - 706.821.8390 Jdingle@paine.edu – 706.821.8282
FRIDAY, JULY 31ST
10:00am – 11:00am Welcome/Introduction
Dr. Cheryl Evans Jones, President
Dr. Curtis Martin, Provost & Vice President of Academic Affairs
Mr. Joseph Dingle, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs
Pride Leaders
11:00am – 12:00pm Campus Tour/Historical Highlights
Tour video from website along with historical highlights from video produced by Dr. Mallory Millender, Historian
Break – 12:00pm – 2:00pm
2:00pm – 3:00pm Operation Graduate
Facilitator: Dr. Marci Middleton, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs
3:00pm – 4:00pm Blackboard
Facilitator: Mr. Kornelius Taylor, Information Technology
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1ST
10:00am – 11:00am Keeping it Real
Pride Leaders
11:00am – 12:00pm Transitioning To College
Facilitator: Counseling & Wellness Center
Break – 12:00pm – 2:00pm
2:00pm – 3:00pm Financial Literacy
Facilitators: Ms. Amy Singh, Wells Fargo
Mrs. Alana Moss, Default Manager, Financial Aid
3:00pm – 4:00pm Career Services/I-Start Strong Demo
Facilitator: Mrs. April Ewing, Director, Career Services
4:00pm – 5:00pm Meet Your Department Chair Department Chairs introduce themselves, talk about advising, explain majors offered within the department and what other opportunities exist within the department (grant opportunities, clubs/organizations, etc.). Q&A session with new students will follow.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2ND
9:30am – 10:45am Orientation Worship Service
Facilitator: Reverend Dr. Luther B. Felder, Campus Pastor
Live with new students and their families
11:00am – 12:00pm Want To Get Involved?
Facilitators: Student Leaders/Recent Graduates
Student leaders will discuss the advantages of getting involved, the importance of maintaining high standards for academic achievement, and how student leadership is important to campus life.
Break – 12:00pm – 2:00pm
2:00pm – 3:00pm Greek Forum
Facilitator: Mr. Joseph Dingle, Assistant Dean/Greek Life Advisor & Representatives from Greek Organizations
Presentation with Q&A session
3:00pm – 4:00pm Pinning/ New Student Induction Ceremony
This Rites of Passage ceremony officially welcomes the Class of 2024 to the Paine College Family. We would love you and your family to join us live for this special occasion.
4:00pm – 5:00pm Wrap Up/Q&A Session
Facilitators: Dr. Cheryl Evans Jones, Administrative Council Members, Student Affairs, & Pride Leaders
MONDAY, AUGUST 3RD CLASSES BEGIN
Remember to stay safe and continue to practice social distancing. Safety First!
Welcome to Lion Nation!