Back to School Guide
9 Things You Need to Know Now for Fall Quarter
Here are nine things you need to know for the start of fall classes on Sept. 22 at Everett Community College.
1. Get ready for your first day.
Know your student ID number (also called ctcLink ID) and your class schedule. To look up your schedule, log into ctcLink. From your student homepage, click on Manage Classes and then View my Classes. Read your syllabus carefully for each class so you know what’s expected, including due dates and grading policies. Find out what textbooks you need, and buy or rent them at the EvCC Bookstore. If you're parking on campus, you'll need a parking permit.
2. Make sure you have the technology you need.
Log in early to Canvas - EvCC's online learning management system - in case you need to troubleshoot an issue with your account. Check out the Canvas Resource Guide. Your instructors may use Canvas to post course content like a syllabus, important documents, links to articles, and details about how to submit homework, as well as deliver online exams and post your grades.
If you need to borrow a laptop or wifi hotspot, you may be able to borrow one from the EvCC library.
3. Attend your first class.
If you have a synchronous online class that meets on certain days and times, log into Canvas at your class time.
If you have an asynchronous online class, log into Canvas on Sept. 22 to get started.
If you have a hybrid or in-person class, check out the campus map and give yourself extra time to get to class the first week. Contact your instructor if you have an emergency. If you don't show up by the start of your second class, you may get dropped from your class, especially if there's a waitlist of students who want to get in.
Speaking of waitlists, if you're still on a waitlist at the end of the second day of class, you can email the instructor to ask to be added. You can find the instructor listed in the class schedule and then look up their email in the EvCC directory.
4. Know how to access support and resources.
You can get assistance from the Cashiers Office, Financial Aid, Enrollment Services and other student services in person, via phone and by email. You can also video chat with Entry Advising, Canvas Help Desk, Center for Disability Services, and more during virtual office hours. Offices have in-person office hours posted on their webpages.
The EvCC Food Pantry is a student-led and organized free service available to EvCC students and employees experiencing food insecurity. Assistance is available by appointment.
The Tutoring Center offers free online academic/tutorial support in many subjects from writing to science to math and more. The Writing Center offers writing assistance, and you can submit your drafts for feedback.
Our TRiO program offers fantastic support for first-generation, low-income students and students with disabilities.
5. Sign up for emergency alerts.
Get college closures information sent to you by text message and personal email by signing up for alerts at EverettCC.edu/Emergency. If EvCC is closing during regular business hours or experiencing an emergency, information will be posted on an opening screen of the EvCC website, sent via text message for subscribers, emailed to students, faculty, and staff EvCC email accounts, and a message will be posted on the college's main phone line at 425-388-9100.
6. Find your place on campus.
Everett Community College is more than classes. It is your community. Explore the campus and find your spot. Study in the library, grab coffee with a friend in the student union, or relax outside.
Want to stay active? The Walt Price Student Fitness Center is free for all enrolled students.
New this year we have added a study space created especially for adult learners and student parents. The Belonging Center in Parks Student Union (room 335) is designed to give you a comfortable, focused place to do your work.
7. If you're on campus, know where to find food.
For food options on campus, shop the fresh food vending machines, grab delicious coffee, pastries and more from Buenos Diaz Coffee Co., and find drinks and snacks in the EvCC Bookstore and vending machines across campus. If you’re looking for a hot meal, food trucks will be on campus starting Sep.17 to Oct. 22.
There are a number of nearby places that offer food, including Starbucks, Subway, Taco-Book, Umami (poke, sushi burritos, and tea), Botan Ramen and Teriyaki, 7-Eleven, and Butter Notes Cafe.
8. Get Involved!
There are many ways to get involved and stay connected at Everett Community College. You can join one of our student clubs, take part in Student LIFE events, or even get involved in student government. These are all great ways to meet new people, build leadership skills and have fun. And be sure to come out to a game and cheer on your Trojan athletes! Attending athletic events is a great way to connect with others, build community and show your EvCC pride.
9. Get your questions answered.
Do you have a question about life at EvCC that isn't answered here? We can direct you to someone who can assist you. Text us at 425-388-9100, or reach out on Instagram, Facebook or X (formerly Twitter). We will do our best to answer your questions promptly.