Gordon College

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: How do I find out my new GCID#?
A: Your GCID# is printed on the front of your Gordon College ID Card. You can also look up your new GCID# online by clicking on 'LOOKUP MY GCID#' from the navigation menu on your left. A new window will appear – answer the questions provided and press the 'Lookup' button. (Make sure any pop-up blockers you may have are turned off before you click on Lookup My GCID#)
Q: Where do I go to get my new GCID# Card?
A: Student ID card issue times and locations are available under 'PROTECTING YOUR PRIVACY AT GORDON' from the navigation menu on the left.
Q: What important information is printed on my new GCID# Card?
A: Your Gordon College ID card displays important information required to access many of our computer systems on campus. Your GCID# is printed on the front of the card as shown in Figure 1 below. You will use this number for your Banner Web username. Your Gordon network username is printed on the back of your card under the magnetic strip. You will use this username to logon to Gordon lab computers, e-mail, GeorgiaVIEW Vista, and wireless internet.

Image of the front of a Gordon College ID Card
Figure 1: Front of Gordon College ID Card
Image of the back of a Gordon College ID Card
Figure 2: Back of Gordon College ID Card
Q: What number do I use now to log onto Banner Web?
A: You should use your GCID# as your User ID for Banner Web, the GC Web Access System. To assist current students and faculty, there is a GCID# look up available online. See 'How do I find out my new GCID#' for details. Your GCID# is also printed on the front of your Gordon College ID card.
Q: How will the College use my Social Security number?
A: Gordon College follows all legal requirements for use of SSNs. Your SSN will always be handled in a confidential manner, and will not be used as a primary identifier in GC business systems. It will be used for mandated business functions such as financial aid and tax reporting to federal and state government agencies. It will also be used in conjunction with insurance and retirement programs, Board of Regents reporting, and other official College business activities as appropriate.
Q: How will my GCID# affect my academic transcript?
A: Student social security numbers will not be displayed on Banner-generated academic transcripts. Students will be identified by name, GCID#, and date of birth on the academic transcript.