Secrets to Success

The Big Four

Be sure to learn your way around these systems before classes start so you can hit the ground running!

  • Email – This is the primary way for us to communicate with you, and for you to receive alerts and updates (like when there’s a snow day or class is cancelled). Get help with email →
  • MyGCC – Review your course schedule, look up course materials, check who your advisor is, pay your bill, submit academic forms, view your grades and more! Get help with MyGCC →
  • Moodle – Review your course syllabi, access course materials and submit assignments (unless your instructor prefers submissions through email or another platform). Get help with Moodle →
  • Degree Works – Review your incoming transfer credits, degree progress and all grades earned.

Having trouble accessing any of these resources? Peer Tutoring has some helpful tutorials—or a submit a ticket for tech help from our Information Technology department.

Academic Resources

  • Your course syllabi outline your course expectations, assignments and deadlines. Check out our Brief Guide to the College Syllabus to learn more.
  • Having the technology you need will be critical to your success at GCC. If you need a reliable laptop, wifi hotspot or other technology tools, our tech lending library may be able to help!
  • Review the academic calendar to make sure you understand key dates, deadlines and holidays.
  • Check out the list of student support services maintained by Student Affairs for a full list of resources to support your success, as well as contact information and links.

Our Key "Secrets" to Success

  1. Reach out to your advisor a few times each semester to establish a relationship and get the support you need.
  2. Get comfortable with The Big Four GCC systems—be sure to work out any issues this term to help with a smooth transition to the next.
  3. Find at least one person you can connect with for support this academic term.