Welcome! Valencia wants all new college students to start right as they begin their educational journey. As a result, first time in college students enrolled in an Associate in Arts degree program may complete the SLS 1122 NEW STUDENT EXPERIENCE course. This course, or equivalent, assists students in developing a sense of purpose for being in college, a plan for moving through their program of study, a pathway toward their career goals. It also helps students prepare for their coursework, develop clear personal connections, as well as understanding the places available for support.