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Week 0 - Welcome to Fall 2024, Wildcats!

The student message for the week of August 19th, 2024 highlights IT support resources and encourages students to verify Canvas enrollment, install Zoom, and activate their Chico State Zoom account for online classes.

Week 1 - Ways to Connect & Communicate this First Week

The student message for the week of August 26th, 2024 highlights the start of classes and encourages students to utilize the Chico State mobile app, Canvas, and Zoom. Additionally, Canvas's communication tools are introduced.

Week 2 - Wildcats access these applications for FREE!

The student message for the week of September 2nd, 2024 highlights tech tools like Kaltura, Pronto, Google Drive, Office 365, and Adobe Creative Cloud, and encourages students to utilize these resources. Additionally, training and support resources from the Center for Tech Equity are discussed.

Week 3 - We are off and running, Wildcats

The student message for the week of September 9th, 2024 highlights tips for staying organized and encourages students to prioritize feedback for success. Additionally, it emphasizes using the grades page effectively.

Week 4 - If you need to drop a course, now's the time to do it

The student message for the week of September 16, 2024, notifies students that the last day to drop classes without needing a serious and compelling reason is Friday, September 20.

Week 5 - Search Smarter, Not Harder

The student message for the week of September 23rd, 2024 encourages students to try the new Smart Search feature in Canvas, allowing natural language searches across course announcements, pages, and assignments. Additionally, students are invited to attend the "Festival of the Phishes" cybersecurity event on October 1st at Trinity Commons for carnival fun, snacks, and prizes.

Week 7 - Zoom's AI Companion now available campus-wide

The faculty and student message for week 7 announces the general availability of AI Companion features in Zoom.

Week 8 - Find Courage and Ask for Assistance

The student message for the week of October 14th, 2024 encourages students to visit instructors during office hours and use tutoring services, including ESL support. Additionally, it advises students to seek help from Academic Advising and reach out to the Counseling Center or WellCat SafePlace if feeling overwhelmed.

Week 9 - Registration begins this week!

The student message for the week of October 21st, 2024, encourages students to check their registration dates and prepare for course registration. Additionally, it reminds students to use tools like the Degree Progress Report, Degree Planner, and Schedule Builder, and to seek advising for GE, major, and graduation support.