Fall Semester Information
The beginning of a new academic year is only days away. The Fall 2024 Semester begins Monday, August 12. Here are a few items to help students get a smooth start.
We do recommend that students screenshot or print out their class schedule before coming to campus. In the past, we have experienced slow response time with the college website during the first week of school because so many people are trying to access it at once.
If students don’t have access to technology, they can go to the Welcome Center near the Parking Structure at Blackstone and Weldon for assistance. The address is 1525 E. Weldon Avenue. They can be reached by phone at (559) 442-8225.
Welcome Center services include:
- Onboarding Computer Lab
- Applying to the College
- Orientation Completion
- Financial Aid and A&R documentation printing
- Help Accessing your Student Portal
PARKING ON CAMPUS
For those who drive to campus, parking permits are required. They can be purchased online. Remember there are over 800 parking stalls in the FCC Parking Structure near the Blackstone and Weldon entrance. From there you can catch a ride on the campus parking shuttle if you have a class on the other side of campus in the Old Administration Building or Library.
CAMPUS SHUTTLE SERVICE
The parking shuttle will be available on campus for the first two weeks of the semester from August 12 to August 23. There are six stops throughout the campus.
RENT A BIZ-BIKE
Biz Bikes are new to Fresno City College this fall. For a small fee, you can save time getting across campus by renting a bike. Fees vary according to the amount of time you use the bike. Bike hubs are available at a couple of locations on campus for pickup and returns. Bike hubs are also available in the Tower District and Downtown Fresno.
To use, scan the QR code to download the app and follow the instructions to rent the bike. The app will also tell you what to do with your rental once you reach your destination on campus. You can rent one occasionally or become a monthly member.
The bikes are supported through the Transformative Climate Communities Program, facilitated by the Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce. Students who live in the 93706 or 93721 zip codes get discounts through a special Transformative Climate Community membership.
There is a limited number of bikes at the West Fresno Center too!
KERMAN SHUTTLE
Shuttle service for FCC students who live in Kerman and are enrolled for the fall semester is again available. A separate email has been sent to those students with information on reserving a seat on the shuttle. Reservations must be made for each ride on the shuttle to and from Kerman. If you live in Kerman, sign up online through the link found on the FCC website. There are two times in the morning when students can catch the shuttle in Kerman and two times in the afternoon when the shuttle returns to Kerman. Times are subject to change based on ridership.
STUDENT ID CARDS AND FREE BUS PASS
The Fresno Area Express (FAX) transit system and Fresno City College will again offer free bus passes for FCC students. To get the free bus pass, students must pick up a student ID card, now free to all registered students (replacement cards are $5).
Fall 2024 student ID Cards can be taken throughout the semester in the Student Lounge. The cards provide several benefits to students.
- Free FAX Bus Pass
- Discounts at local businesses
- Game Room Access
- Free BBQ Lunch
- $1.00 Admission to FCC Home Sporting Events excluding Playoff/Championship Games
WELCOME WEEK
Welcome Week Fall 2024 is designed to provide information and resources to assist students during the first week of the semester. Information includes classroom locations, department and office hours, and technology resources (Canvas, Self-Service, and student e-mail access). In addition to the main information booth, there will be Ram Pathway booths throughout the campus to assist with questions regarding majors and career paths. Welcome week booths will be open Monday, August 12 to Thursday, August 15 near the Main Fountain.
