John Clifton Pope (right) of Philadelphia was among students who attended orientation activities held Thursday, July 15, at East Central Community College in Decatur, in preparation for the fall semester. Pope is shown receiving assistance in planning his class schedule from Leann Shirley, surgical technology program director/instructor. Students planning to enroll at ECCC this fall who have not registered for classes are encouraged to attend orientation scheduled Friday, Aug. 13. Fall classes begin Thursday, Aug. 19. For more information, contact ECCC Student Services, 601-635-2111 or call toll free, 877-462-3222, ext. 205.