College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[Joanna71985]

Hey everyone. I had a thought since the old thread was about 2 years old, maybe it was time to start a new thread. This is a place to ask and answer questions about the college program, and share your experiences.

I have done 2 1/2 CPs. Spring 2005 (merchandise), Fall Advantage 2006 (character attendant), and Summer 2007 (custodial/attendant).

[RR0206]

Good idea on the new thread! I'll christen it with two new questions!

My first is: somewhere on the WDWCP site it suggested bringing a wireless router. Has anyone done this, and is it beneficial? (I know how routers work and all, I just am wondering if its really more beneficial than a long ethernet cord).

And my second question sortof ties into the first. Are there any restrictions on internet usage there as far as videogame platforms are concerned? I don't imagine I could go without bringing my Xbox 360 and I'd definitely want to be playing it online, but I don't know if they block its usage or anything of the sort. (At my school they restrict Xbox Live to weekends only).

Thanks!

[dispatch]

I can't answer your second question because I don't know... but to answer your first-yes! Bring a router if you can, especially if you are in a 3- or 4-bedroom apartment. The room can get crowded if you are all utilizing the wall jacks, this includes the electrical outlets. Just for ease of mind, a router is a great idea.

[piratestitch]

I just went to an information session. It wasn't official, just a former CP'er who was very helpful. Anyway, the moment I got home I realized I forgot to ask about homesickness. This is my number one concern since I've never lived away from home. I'm commuting to college and moving about 1000 miles from home is going to be a doosy of a first step. Any problems that you had starting the program or any suggestions to avoid homesickness? Thanks very much! :bored:

[dispatch]

My first bit of advice would be to stick it out even if you get homesick. Aside from living in a dorm about 20 minutes away from home (and only on days I had late classes), my CP was my first experience away from home. What you may find is that leaving is hard, but once you get there, it's not so bad. You immediately make friends the first day you're there at check-in, in your apartment, at the meetings, etc. It's actually liberating the first time you go to Wal-Mart and buy groceries! I found that I got homesick about a month after I was there. The novelty had worn off and long, odd work schedules were getting to me. Just remember you're not alone! Go home if you can, or ask friends and family to come visit. Once you get a dose of home and some encouragement, you'll be fine. The last couple months go by so quickly and were when I have my best memories from. Unfortunately, you'll find your self feeling Disney-sick when you return home... my friends and family were sick of hearing, "One time, at Disney..." or "Once when I was in Florida..."

Good luck... don't worry, you'll be fine--we all were!

[Katy0708]

^ so true!!
I was a freshman when i did my CP. I had never been away from home, and i relied on my parents for a lot of things. I was nervous about doing the program. I began to be homesick after the first month, and I was upset for the longest time. My friend that I went to college with actually broke down b/c we did everything together the first semester of college, and since i wasn't there, she was really upset. She decided to call me and tell me, which made me cry and really homesick. But the best thing was that I had made a lot of friends in Florida after a month, and they helped me through it. Plus, my mother and best friend came down during spring break, which was refreshing and i was super happy. I began to forget about everything at home and focused on the fun i had. Then, it was time to leave. :sad1:
Don't spend most of your time worrying or being homesick. Make many friends and make the most of your time. you will be home at the end of your program :)

[Joanna71985]

Good idea on the new thread! I'll christen it with two new questions!

My first is: somewhere on the WDWCP site it suggested bringing a wireless router. Has anyone done this, and is it beneficial? (I know how routers work and all, I just am wondering if its really more beneficial than a long ethernet cord).

And my second question sortof ties into the first. Are there any restrictions on internet usage there as far as videogame platforms are concerned? I don't imagine I could go without bringing my Xbox 360 and I'd definitely want to be playing it online, but I don't know if they block its usage or anything of the sort. (At my school they restrict Xbox Live to weekends only).

Thanks!

Oh yes, definitely bring a router! It helps out so much. Sorry I can't answer your 2nd question. I have never brought down a video systerm.

I just went to an information session. It wasn't official, just a former CP'er who was very helpful. Anyway, the moment I got home I realized I forgot to ask about homesickness. This is my number one concern since I've never lived away from home. I'm commuting to college and moving about 1000 miles from home is going to be a doosy of a first step. Any problems that you had starting the program or any suggestions to avoid homesickness? Thanks very much! :bored:

I was definitely homesick my first CP. It was my freshman year, and I had never been away for so long (I live at home). I called home every day. I decided to stick it out, and I am so glad I did. I have now done 3 CPs, and hope to do a 4th this summer. If you feel homesick you can on here. We can try to help.

[Tedi Bara]

How reliable is resort transportation?

Is a car a must have?


Also...how are the workout rooms?

[Joanna71985]

How reliable is resort transportation?

Is a car a must have?


Also...how are the workout rooms?

If you are able to, I would definitely bring a car. A car can be a lifesaver.

Also, I haven't really gone into the workout rooms all that much, but the one at Chatham looked nice. I plan on using it a lot more next summer.

[Tedi Bara]

So...is resort transportation reliable at all? Are there horror stories I should know about? haha

[Joanna71985]

So...is resort transportation reliable at all? Are there horror stories I should know about? haha

Well, the CP buses are doable (I can tell you that, I have only used the buses on my CPs because I didn't bring my car down). But if there is anyway to bring a car I would (even though the buses are fine).

[Katy0708]

So...is resort transportation reliable at all? Are there horror stories I should know about? haha

you cannot be late at all for a bus, or else some won't stop for you. and i had the problem at the very beginning with reading the schedules. the time on the schedule is the time that the buses leave, so get there well before that time. I was late to my first training class because of it:sad2:
As for using the buses for Walmart and Publix, that was a little more difficult. My roommate and I went to Publix, and found out that was the last bus route, so we were stranded there. We walked to Chatham and had to catch a bus to Vista. Walmart, you have to hit it on the hour, or else you are stuck waiting for the longest time.
You just have to plan accordingly, and plan well!

[piratestitch]

Thanks so much for all the great advice. On the subject of transportation, I live in Connecticut. Would it be worth it for me to bring my car, in everyone's opinion?

[chared at disney]

Hi there I'm new to the boards and I'm a student at the University of Cincinnati studying photography....and I had found out last week that I am going to be a professional intern for the entry technical photographer intern!!!!!!!!!!!!!:cool1: its a beautiful life hahaha

anyways i was wondering where do they make the interns go when you first go down there? Is it right to traditions class or a small check in type of thing?

It would be awesome to see some feedback and help/tips any other advice when interning at the most amazing place on earth!

THANKSSSSS!!!

[Katy0708]

Thanks so much for all the great advice. On the subject of transportation, I live in Connecticut. Would it be worth it for me to bring my car, in everyone's opinion?

i think it would be worth it. When i was down there, there were times that i really wished i had my car. Little things like going home right away instead of waiting for the bus to arrive. It sucked getting to the bus stop and the is bus leaving. I'd have to wait for the next bus to arrive. Worst feeling in the world, after having a loooong day at work, or working a night shift. It would also be helpful going to Walmart or the mall...
From a girl who didn't have her car her first CP, I'd say bring it!

[Tedi Bara]

I'm from Washington State....is it worth it to bring a car that far?

[Katy0708]

wow, that's a little far. haha!
One of my friends is from Cali and he brought his car. He is also a part-time cast member, originally a CP. I think it just depends on whether you want to bring it. If you think it may be too much of a hassel with possible car troubles or something like that, then I wouldn't bring it.
The buses are seriously not that bad. They get you where you need to go, on time... mostly. :laughing:

[Joanna71985]

Thanks so much for all the great advice. On the subject of transportation, I live in Connecticut. Would it be worth it for me to bring my car, in everyone's opinion?

If you don't mind bringing it that far, then it's worth it. However, the buses are not that bad. They are definitely doable.

[Katy0708]

Trust me, you will not be the only one on the bus!

[Joanna71985]

Trust me, you will not be the only one on the bus!

Amen!:thumbsup2

Not by a longshot on certain buses/times.

[piratestitch]

Thanks for the feedback guys! I cannot tell you how much of a help you guys are! If it wasn't for the The College Board on the DISboards then I don't think I would've ever felt comfortable enough to persue the program. But now with everyone's help, I know I will do the program Spring 09 and I feel so great about it! Thank you so much again!

[Joanna71985]

Thanks for the feedback guys! I cannot tell you how much of a help you guys are! If it wasn't for the The College Board on the DISboards then I don't think I would've ever felt comfortable enough to persue the program. But now with everyone's help, I know I will do the program Spring 09 and I feel so great about it! Thank you so much again!

That's great! Maybe I will see you down there then. I am planning on doing Spring 2009 myself.

[shufingle]

I'm IN! SEE YA AT WDW SPRING 2008! :woohoo: :banana: :cool1:

[Katy0708]

aww!!! It's so good to help others. I wished i knew about this before i went down to prepare myself better. It's so nice to share my experience with others, who actually want to hear about it! i feel sorry for my friends and family who hears about it like every minute of the day!

[piratestitch]

Hey Katy! I see that you were Quick Service Food and Beverage last semester. What did you think about it? I've heard that you either love or hate it.

[Joanna71985]

I'm IN! SEE YA AT WDW SPRING 2008! :woohoo: :banana: :cool1:

Congrats! What role did you get?

[Katy0708]

Hey Katy! I see that you were Quick Service Food and Beverage last semester. What did you think about it? I've heard that you either love or hate it.

I didn't think it was THAT bad. I mean you have your days...
I worked in a resort, so I don't think it was as bad as working QS in a park. Sometimes, the only people that helped me through the day were some of my co-workers. They made it less dreary... You are just on your toes all the time, have to be ready to do anything. I had problems with the managers. They didn't schedual properly, and messed up some things (again, co-workers are amazing to vent with!!)
If you asked me to do it again, I would say no

[Dee/Belle]

I will be taking my car with me from Missouri. I think it depends on how used to public transportation you are (not saying that the CP busses are, but they're sort of similar). I know that I will want to go exploring on my days off and not have to wait on busses to get groceries, etc. If you can and are willing, you'll probably get more use out of your time if you take your car but I wouldn't if you don't trust your car to get there, think it will have issues and end up costing you more money, etc. Luckily my car has been pretty good to me thus far, so I will be taking it. Like I told Katy, if you guys are down there for Fall 08' and need a ride to wal mart, etc. just let me know and I might be able to help you out:goodvibes

[Katy0708]

I will be taking my car with me from Missouri. I think it depends on how used to public transportation you are (not saying that the CP busses are, but they're sort of similar). I know that I will want to go exploring on my days off and not have to wait on busses to get groceries, etc. If you can and are willing, you'll probably get more use out of your time if you take your car but I wouldn't if you don't trust your car to get there, think it will have issues and end up costing you more money, etc. Luckily my car has been pretty good to me thus far, so I will be taking it. Like I told Katy, if you guys are down there for Fall 08' and need a ride to wal mart, etc. just let me know and I might be able to help you out:goodvibes

and I am soooooo appreciative!!!!

[piratestitch]

Thanks for the details Katy. I don't think it will suit me then. ;)
I have no idea where all these questions are coming from all of a sudden. :idea:
As for food, is it costumary to bring your lunches with you to the park or are there places to buy food while working, say in the parks? Also, are there any tips on saving on food? popcorn::

[Katy0708]

I know in the MK, there is a cafeteria for cast members. We had a cafeteria in the Poly...
I'm not sure about other places, though...

[Dee/Belle]

I have heard a lot of people bring their own lunch. Disney food is so expensive. You can save a lot more money than you'd think by bringing your own lunch...I do that here at school and even though it can get "embarassing" carrying around a lunchbox, I am saving a lot of money...especially at Disney, you can spend that money on going out with your friends, sea world, and fun stuff

[Katy0708]

It is a lot cheaper to bring your own lunch.
It's not as badly priced as it is in the parks. In the park, a cheese burger and fries can cost you $7. In the cafeteria, a cheese burger can cost you around 3 dollars. It just depends... I bought in the cafe, but if you want to save the money, go with bringing your lunch

[DisneyDarling89]

MK and EPCOT both have cafes with subway, pizza, a grill, premade salads, uncrustables, ice cream...ect. You will save a lot of money bringing lunch. I do both. I've had the pulled pork, fish sandwich, grilled chicken, and hamburger at the EPCOT grill and it was all very yummy. :banana:

[Tedi Bara]

I love these boards. Thanks alums for all of the help.

[ariel sparrow]

My mom was curious as to what's available if we need to see a doctor while we are there. I'm not saying that I will, but just in case something were to happen. Thanks!

[Katy0708]

My mom was curious as to what's available if we need to see a doctor while we are there. I'm not saying that I will, but just in case something were to happen. Thanks!

Lucky me, I developed bronchitis while on my CP. I went to an urgent care that is close to the apartments. He did well in treating me. I had an infection and bronchitis, and the medicine he perscribed was amazing. And I think he deals with a lot of mishaps, b/c i read all of the cards and notes patients and families had written him saying he was wonderful. I think there is another one for cast members, but don't quote me on that. And i'm pretty sure there is a hospital around some where

[Tinkerbell_Girl]

How did you all deal with your bank and/or credit card accounts? Did you change your address or leave your address the same and just tell them you would be living in the Orlando area for awhile? I would like to keep my bills going to where I live now because my family would then mail them to me. I don't want my bank and cc accounts to think I've had my identity stolen since I'd be using them there!

I hope this makes sense! :laughing:

Thanks!

[piratestitch]

That's a good question. Can you get your paychecks directly deposited to your at home account? Say, if I brought a voided check?

[Traveliz]

My daughter has hers direct deposited to the Vista/now Partners credit union to avoid atm fees when she takes out money. She is hoping to extend and work at Disney eventually full time so it seemed worth the trouble BUT to be honest we had some hassles getting it set up. If she was just staying for the semester I would have just stuck with having it direct deposited to her home checking account.

She does not have any bills sent to her address there - they all come here and she has had no trouble using her Visa there.

Liz

[Joanna71985]

Thanks for the details Katy. I don't think it will suit me then. ;)
I have no idea where all these questions are coming from all of a sudden. :idea:
As for food, is it costumary to bring your lunches with you to the park or are there places to buy food while working, say in the parks? Also, are there any tips on saving on food? popcorn::

There is a cast member cafe at all 4 parks. However, it gets expensive buying everyday (and can get boring after awhile). I recommend bringing lunch- it really helps to save money.

How did you all deal with your bank and/or credit card accounts? Did you change your address or leave your address the same and just tell them you would be living in the Orlando area for awhile? I would like to keep my bills going to where I live now because my family would then mail them to me. I don't want my bank and cc accounts to think I've had my identity stolen since I'd be using them there!

I hope this makes sense! :laughing:

Thanks!

I kept the same bank account at home, and signed up for the Vista Credit Union at Disney.

That's a good question. Can you get your paychecks directly deposited to your at home account? Say, if I brought a voided check?

Yes, you can get it deposited to a home bank.

[ariel sparrow]

Thank you Katy=) Good to know! By the way everyone, I'm flying to audition for character performer in Austin, TX in 9 days. I'm so exited! Anybody else going to be there?

[Sorahana]

I have a question, do we get a mailing address while we're down there? Can we even get mail when we're down there XD?

[er3465]

I have a question, do we get a mailing address while we're down there? Can we even get mail when we're down there XD?

Yes, you get a mailing address, and can get mail, there are mail boxes for each apartment.

[theblondebee]

I will be taking my car with me from Missouri. I think it depends on how used to public transportation you are (not saying that the CP busses are, but they're sort of similar). I know that I will want to go exploring on my days off and not have to wait on busses to get groceries, etc. If you can and are willing, you'll probably get more use out of your time if you take your car but I wouldn't if you don't trust your car to get there, think it will have issues and end up costing you more money, etc. Luckily my car has been pretty good to me thus far, so I will be taking it. Like I told Katy, if you guys are down there for Fall 08' and need a ride to wal mart, etc. just let me know and I might be able to help you out:goodvibes

You are hoping for Fall 08'? Me too!!! It seems like forever! I am hoping to bring my car from Texas though. So I have a question which I may have asked before but I cannot remember....Is it hard making friends? That is one thing I am really nervous about. I think I make friends easily but being so far from home and not knowing anyone really worries me. Any input would be great!

[Katy0708]

You are hoping for Fall 08'? Me too!!! It seems like forever! I am hoping to bring my car from Texas though. So I have a question which I may have asked before but I cannot remember....Is it hard making friends? That is one thing I am really nervous about. I think I make friends easily but being so far from home and not knowing anyone really worries me. Any input would be great!

I thought it was going to be hard for me to make friends. I don't feel comfortable around people I don't know. So when I got down there, I was really nervous, and wondering the "what ifs." What if no one likes me. What if I get stuck with bad roommates. But when I got settled in, my roommates and I all talked and asked questions, and made fast friends with them. Then, with going down to the pool and going to work, I made other friends that way. In fact, I met a b/f down there, and are still best friends today. Just remember everyone is in the same boat you are and nervous about making friends. :)
I'm sure you will be fine! :thumbsup2

[Katy0708]

Thank you Katy=) Good to know! By the way everyone, I'm flying to audition for character performer in Austin, TX in 9 days. I'm so exited! Anybody else going to be there?

You are very welcome! :)
Good luck with your character auditions!! I'm so jealous of you!
hopefully i will be auditioning for the fall program, so hopefully i will meet you down there!

[RR0206]

Another day another question (by now I should just wait a week and post once with seven questions =P)

Do people normally get their preference as far as number of roommates? I haven't decided between Chatam and Vista yet, but the one thing I'm pretty certain about is that I'd only want one roommate. Are there a limited number of 1-bedroom apartments and they are hard to come by, or are they in less demand? Thanks :)

[Emily6]

First, I just want to say how great these discussion boards are; everyone is so involved and open to answering questions! I only wish I had found this sooner. I have spent the past couple days reading CP questions, and have found many of mine already answered. However, here go my questions: First off, I was accepted into the CP in full service food and beverage, and I cannot wait!:mickeyjum I was wondering if anyone has done full service F&B, and what the locations typically are? (Parks, Downtown Disney, Resorts, etc.) Second, has anyone taken a class from the Disney Exploration Series? It seems like a really cool learning experience. Thanks so much!

[Invisible_ears_82389]

I am also really interested in the exploration series. Can you take a class and an exploration series? Anyone know?

PS - I am also applying for Fall 08!!! It can't come soon enough!!

[Joanna71985]

Thank you Katy=) Good to know! By the way everyone, I'm flying to audition for character performer in Austin, TX in 9 days. I'm so exited! Anybody else going to be there?

Good luck!

I have a question, do we get a mailing address while we're down there? Can we even get mail when we're down there XD?

Yup. Every apartment has a mailing address.

Another day another question (by now I should just wait a week and post once with seven questions =P)

Do people normally get their preference as far as number of roommates? I haven't decided between Chatam and Vista yet, but the one thing I'm pretty certain about is that I'd only want one roommate. Are there a limited number of 1-bedroom apartments and they are hard to come by, or are they in less demand? Thanks :)

They try their best to place you where you want to be when you check in. But I believe 1-BRs have the least amount.

[theblondebee]

I thought it was going to be hard for me to make friends. I don't feel comfortable around people I don't know. So when I got down there, I was really nervous, and wondering the "what ifs." What if no one likes me. What if I get stuck with bad roommates. But when I got settled in, my roommates and I all talked and asked questions, and made fast friends with them. Then, with going down to the pool and going to work, I made other friends that way. In fact, I met a b/f down there, and are still best friends today. Just remember everyone is in the same boat you are and nervous about making friends. :)
I'm sure you will be fine! :thumbsup2

Thanks so much Katy! That makes me feel so much better!

[shufingle]

I am doing Food and Bev. for SA 2008! Is there anyone else else from Illinois doing Spring 08? It would be nice to get to know you.

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

Good idea on the new thread! I'll christen it with two new questions!

My first is: somewhere on the WDWCP site it suggested bringing a wireless router. Has anyone done this, and is it beneficial? (I know how routers work and all, I just am wondering if its really more beneficial than a long ethernet cord).

And my second question sortof ties into the first. Are there any restrictions on internet usage there as far as videogame platforms are concerned? I don't imagine I could go without bringing my Xbox 360 and I'd definitely want to be playing it online, but I don't know if they block its usage or anything of the sort. (At my school they restrict Xbox Live to weekends only).

Thanks!
i plan on waiting till i get down there to see if one of my roommates brings one..if not i think a good idea would be to split the cost of one. they run around 40 bucks so even if u have a 4 bedroom thats only 10 bucks each which I think is worth it but if u already have one i would go ahead and bring one with you and they are small enough that I'm sure u can store it in ur locker if u dont end up using it.

[DisneyDarling89]

i plan on waiting till i get down there to see if one of my roommates brings one..if not i think a good idea would be to split the cost of one. they run around 40 bucks so even if u have a 4 bedroom thats only 10 bucks each which I think is worth it but if u already have one i would go ahead and bring one with you and they are small enough that I'm sure u can store it in ur locker if u dont end up using it.

Thats what I ended up doing. If you already have your own it I would bring it. My 6 other roommates and I split it and it was $12-13 per person.

[RR0206]

Thanks for the advice on all of that business with the router. If I have some extra money laying around I'll try to buy one before I go, though I'm thinking the money might be better invested on a small tv/dvd combo rather than bringing a bigger ones. Now if I can just find someone who worked The Great Movie Ride or Kilimanjaro Safaris to pick their brain... (as I hold out hope I might get assigned there)...

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

Thanks for the advice on all of that business with the router. If I have some extra money laying around I'll try to buy one before I go, though I'm thinking the money might be better invested on a small tv/dvd combo rather than bringing a bigger ones. Now if I can just find someone who worked The Great Movie Ride or Kilimanjaro Safaris to pick their brain... (as I hold out hope I might get assigned there)...
i was the same way. i thought about asking for one for xmas and i figured theres no point cuz if 4+ other roomies show up with one it will be a waste of money cuz the routers w/the regular connection for desk tops costs more and thats what I would need at home for my brothers desktop so theres no point. I have a line that runs from my basement up the laundry shoot to my desktop in my room and I would keep my laptop at school since i had a computer at home too

..sorry for the rant, I just dont see the point in buying a router beforehand unless u know ull use it when you get home but if u will use it when u go home u mite as well pick one up esp with xmas coming u might get a good deal!?

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

Joanna...

would u recom. using the roomie notification? I know who I want my roomie to be but I'm not sure if we are 100% on a complex and we def want a 2 or 3 bedroom. So should we decide what complex we want and use the notification or just wait till we get down there and hope they let us live together?? We already started talking on what things to bring so we don't have doubles (tv, dvd player, bathroom stuff, etc.)

what should we do?

[Joanna71985]

Joanna...

would u recom. using the roomie notification? I know who I want my roomie to be but I'm not sure if we are 100% on a complex and we def want a 2 or 3 bedroom. So should we decide what complex we want and use the notification or just wait till we get down there and hope they let us live together?? We already started talking on what things to bring so we don't have doubles (tv, dvd player, bathroom stuff, etc.)

what should we do?

That's a hard one. I have never done the roomie notification (it started after my CPs). But for my first one I went down with a friend and we were allowed to room together. If you definitely want to room with this person, I would do the notification. But if you want to take a chance and wing it when you arrive (so you can go for a apartment/complex) then I would wait.

[Sehsun]

Second, has anyone taken a class from the Disney Exploration Series? It seems like a really cool learning experience. Thanks so much!

I am also really interested in the exploration series. Can you take a class and an exploration series? Anyone know?

I am taking a DES class right now called Exploring Guest Service at the Walt Disney World Resort, and it is really good! I am learning so much about WDW and all the work that goes into providing excellent guest service. I recommend taking one! It only meets once a week for about 2 hours. There are no tests, homework, or papers. You get to hear from guest speakers and we have been on 2 field trips. :)

I am sure you would be able to take a class and a DES class, but be sure to ask at Day 2 of check-in when you are registering for classes. I think you are allowed to take up to 2 DES classes per program.

PM me if you have any other questions about the DES classes or the CP in general!! :)

[Carissa]

hey yall! i just had my audition in pittsburgh on sunday!!! it was soooo much fun! there were a lot of people there (between 120 and 130 i think), compared to a lot of other auditions which i know had as few as 15! there were a lot of really REALLY good, competitive people there. i did good, i think, but i know there arent a lot of people that get selected for entertainment and, truth be told, i'm ok with doing anything!

also, since it was an open audition, they were only pulling faces for part time/ full time positions, not cps. but they said if we got into entertainment we'd be reconsidered for face when we got to orlando.

sooooo much fun!!!! hopefully i can hear some news in a few days so i can start my florida planning!!!

also, i noticed a lot of people were mentioning bringing a car? i totally plan to bring mine (i'm in pennsylvania right now)....its a '99 mercury tracer so its not exactly new but i think itll make it. its gone to outer banks and back a few times already. id just feel more comfortable with my car. im using public transportation in philly right now, and im pretty comfortable with it, but id rather not have all the stress of waiting, especially when it comes to arriving on time for my job!!

[Sehsun]

Hi Carissa,
Glad to hear that your audition was a great experience!! :thumbsup2

I recommend bringing a car if possible. I also used public transportation a lot when I was still in school, so I'm used to it. I have a car, but I mostly take the bus to work (saves on gas money, and I'm bad with driving around new places).

The times when I take my car are when I have to be at work early in the morning (when the regularly scheduled buses do not operate). You can request a bus to pick you up early though (by calling the night before). It's also good to have a car if you missed the bus that you had to take. Having a car is good for going grocery shopping and going to Wal-Mart.

[Katy0708]

Joanna, maybe you could help me out on this, or anyone else is welcome too!

I just got accepted to be a campus rep (yay me :cool1: ) and i forgot to ask my interviewer about wanting to go down for another program. Does doing another program affect with my status as a campus rep?

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

sehsun...

did u use the roommate notification? I accepted the request from the girl I'm rooming with but we thought that we would get to pick which complex we'd prefer and what size we would want but we didnt get that choice?

Does that mean they will randomly place us in an apt/any size, or will we get the chance to tell them what we would like on move-in?? Thanks!!

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

hey yall! i just had my audition in pittsburgh on sunday!!! it was soooo much fun! there were a lot of people there (between 120 and 130 i think), compared to a lot of other auditions which i know had as few as 15! there were a lot of really REALLY good, competitive people there. i did good, i think, but i know there arent a lot of people that get selected for entertainment and, truth be told, i'm ok with doing anything!

also, since it was an open audition, they were only pulling faces for part time/ full time positions, not cps. but they said if we got into entertainment we'd be reconsidered for face when we got to orlando.

sooooo much fun!!!! hopefully i can hear some news in a few days so i can start my florida planning!!!

also, i noticed a lot of people were mentioning bringing a car? i totally plan to bring mine (i'm in pennsylvania right now)....its a '99 mercury tracer so its not exactly new but i think itll make it. its gone to outer banks and back a few times already. id just feel more comfortable with my car. im using public transportation in philly right now, and im pretty comfortable with it, but id rather not have all the stress of waiting, especially when it comes to arriving on time for my job!!
yay for ur audition!! my college roomie auditioned last spring in Pittsburgh (we're from the area) and she said it was soooo overwhelming bc it was an open audition. She didnt end up getting the role as character
but good luck to you!!!!!!!

[Joanna71985]

Joanna, maybe you could help me out on this, or anyone else is welcome too!

I just got accepted to be a campus rep (yay me :cool1: ) and i forgot to ask my interviewer about wanting to go down for another program. Does doing another program affect with my status as a campus rep?

Congrats! I don't believe it affects the status. I believe you just have to let them know you are doing another program and you should be fine. I think it says something on the website. I will check.

[ariel sparrow]

Congrats on having a good audition Carissa! Good luck with getting a character performer role:)

[Sehsun]

sehsun...

did u use the roommate notification? I accepted the request from the girl I'm rooming with but we thought that we would get to pick which complex we'd prefer and what size we would want but we didnt get that choice?

Does that mean they will randomly place us in an apt/any size, or will we get the chance to tell them what we would like on move-in?? Thanks!!

Yup, I did use the roommate notification. When you do it online, you do not get an option to choose the apartment complex and size.

On the day you move in, you should get there as early as you can. My roommate and I met at the entrance to Vista Way around 7:45(?). We were very close to the front of the line. When you get to the area where you get your housing assignment, politely tell the person what size and complex you and your roommate would like. It definitely cannot hurt to ask. :) You never know, you might get your first choice!

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

Yup, I did use the roommate notification. When you do it online, you do not get an option to choose the apartment complex and size.

On the day you move in, you should get there as early as you can. My roommate and I met at the entrance to Vista Way around 7:45(?). We were very close to the front of the line. When you get to the area where you get your housing assignment, politely tell the person what size and complex you and your roommate would like. It definitely cannot hurt to ask. :) You never know, you might get your first choice!
thanks for the help. why did u go so early? I thought that they didn't let u in till 830? How did u line up outside if u had a car??

thanks!

[Joanna71985]

You can get in around 8am. That's the time I have gotten in all 3 CPs.

[Sehsun]

thanks for the help. why did u go so early? I thought that they didn't let u in till 830? How did u line up outside if u had a car??

thanks!

No problem!

I got there early because I wanted to get a certain apartment complex and size, and I heard that there was a better chance of getting it if you got there early. Plus, I found that if you got there early, the check-in process seemed quicker.

I think the official check-in time starts at 9:00, but they did let us in through the complex at 8:00. There is a parking lot outside of Vista Way, and I parked there until 8:00. Then I parked inside the complex (you can park anywhere inside there on day 1 of check-in, and I also parked in the parking lot of VW on day 2 as well....but I'm not sure if it was allowed).

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

No problem!

I got there early because I wanted to get a certain apartment complex and size, and I heard that there was a better chance of getting it if you got there early. Plus, I found that if you got there early, the check-in process seemed quicker.

I think the official check-in time starts at 9:00, but they did let us in through the complex at 8:00. There is a parking lot outside of Vista Way, and I parked there until 8:00. Then I parked inside the complex (you can park anywhere inside there on day 1 of check-in, and I also parked in the parking lot of VW on day 2 as well....but I'm not sure if it was allowed).
ohh okay, but there was an actual line formed outside where you stood? and then at 8 u went and moved ur car inside and got back in line?? or u moved it after you checked in?

sorry for all the questions!! thanks

[Traveliz]

ohh okay, but there was an actual line formed outside where you stood? and then at 8 u went and moved ur car inside and got back in line?? or u moved it after you checked in?

sorry for all the questions!! thanks

We timed our arrival for just after 8 -- there are two lines at the security entrance and they had many extra people working - basically you told them you were checking in - they gave you a parking pass for the day and then directed you to the back of the property where the check in area is.

[Sehsun]

ohh okay, but there was an actual line formed outside where you stood? and then at 8 u went and moved ur car inside and got back in line?? or u moved it after you checked in?

sorry for all the questions!! thanks

No problem!

Yes, there was a line. What happened was, I drove to the gate where security is, and they said that I could enter at 8:00. So I just sat in my car across VW until 8:00. Then I drove my car to the gate, they let me in, and like Traveliz said, they gave me a day parking pass for VW. I parked my car near the check-in location and stood in line there.

We timed our arrival for just after 8 -- there are two lines at the security entrance and they had many extra people working - basically you told them you were checking in - they gave you a parking pass for the day and then directed you to the back of the property where the check in area is.

That's basically it! :)

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

No problem!

Yes, there was a line. What happened was, I drove to the gate where security is, and they said that I could enter at 8:00. So I just sat in my car across VW until 8:00. Then I drove my car to the gate, they let me in, and like Traveliz said, they gave me a day parking pass for VW. I parked my car near the check-in location and stood in line there.



That's basically it! :)
thank u thank u, I think I have it now!! I'm hoping for Chatham but I guess if I end up with Vista then my car will be staying there lol. When we go to the welcome meeting and ride on the bus, do we get the bus at Vista or will it stop at Chatham and Vista??

sorry for the tons of ?s

[Sehsun]

thank u thank u, I think I have it now!! I'm hoping for Chatham but I guess if I end up with Vista then my car will be staying there lol. When we go to the welcome meeting and ride on the bus, do we get the bus at Vista or will it stop at Chatham and Vista??

sorry for the tons of ?s

No need to be sorry for the questions! I'm sure other people are wondering about these kind of things too.

The bus stops at both Chatham and Vista. At check-in, there will be bus schedules available for you to take. There are different buses that go to different places. Some of them will stop at one or both of the other apartment complexes before they take you to your final destination. They look a bit confusing to read at first, but you will get used to them. :) Before the housing meeting, there will be other people waiting to get on the bus to get there too, so I would try to find them.

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

No need to be sorry for the questions! I'm sure other people are wondering about these kind of things too.

The bus stops at both Chatham and Vista. At check-in, there will be bus schedules available for you to take. There are different buses that go to different places. Some of them will stop at one or both of the other apartment complexes before they take you to your final destination. They look a bit confusing to read at first, but you will get used to them. :) Before the housing meeting, there will be other people waiting to get on the bus to get there too, so I would try to find them.
thanks!!


I'll have my car with me but I know for the first meeting and for traditions we have to use the bus system so I just wanted to know these types of things ahead of time. My dad will be with me until about noon and then will have to leave for the airport and he'll either take a cab or arrange mears. How would you arrange Mears w/o knowing which apt complex you are in? Or can you call to schedule it as soon as you arrive? I might have to end up driving him back to the hotel (Courtyard Marriott in Marriott Village) and having him take a shuttle or something?!

any suggestions??

[Sehsun]

thanks!!


I'll have my car with me but I know for the first meeting and for traditions we have to use the bus system so I just wanted to know these types of things ahead of time. My dad will be with me until about noon and then will have to leave for the airport and he'll either take a cab or arrange mears. How would you arrange Mears w/o knowing which apt complex you are in? Or can you call to schedule it as soon as you arrive? I might have to end up driving him back to the hotel (Courtyard Marriott in Marriott Village) and having him take a shuttle or something?!

any suggestions??

That's a really good question. There are many people who had to deal with a similar situation as yours, and I know that some people had to drive their family member to the airport for their flight home on check-in day (the Orlando airport is about 24 minutes from Chatham, according to Google). If you check-in early in the morning, then your housing meeting may be at 12:00 PM.

The website for Mears is www.mearstransportation.com. Maybe you can find your answer there or call/email them for more help? The Courtyard Marriott is very close to either of the apartment complexes, so in between check-in and move in, you could drop him off at the hotel if you had to and he could take a shuttle to the airport.

Hope things work out well!

[khancock]

I'll have my car with me but I know for the first meeting and for traditions we have to use the bus system so I just wanted to know these types of things ahead of time.

There are going to be many things that you are going to feel that you need to know now. That's normal when you go anywhere that is pretty much unknown.

You will be provided with plenty of info as to where you need to go, when you need to be there, and how to get there when you arrive and check-in.

At this time, you really should just concentrate on getting there and not so much about what happens after that point. They give you a lot of info to help you prepare on the official site. Read that stuff. Read all of it (I know there is a lot, but read it all). That'll get you ready for getting there and will also let you know about what to expect once you are there.

Once you are there, you will be getting a TON of other info.

Worry about the now and getting to FL. You'll be told everything else once you need that info (after you check in).

[Ocean Girl]

There are going to be many things that you are going to feel that you need to know now. That's normal when you go anywhere that is pretty much unknown.

You will be provided with plenty of info as to where you need to go, when you need to be there, and how to get there when you arrive and check-in.

At this time, you really should just concentrate on getting there and not so much about what happens after that point. They give you a lot of info to help you prepare on the official site. Read that stuff. Read all of it (I know there is a lot, but read it all). That'll get you ready for getting there and will also let you know about what to expect once you are there.

Once you are there, you will be getting a TON of other info.

Worry about the now and getting to FL. You'll be told everything else once you need that info (after you check in).


Sometimes people just like to hear what others went through, that is what these boards are for.

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

Sometimes people just like to hear what others went through, that is what these boards are for.
thanks!! ur right!!! My roommate from college did it but she quit after a month and pretty much "hates" disney right now and refuses to talk about her experience except that she lived in Vista with cockroaches and wished she lived in Chatham lol.

I pretty much just wanted to know my options for my dad bc its hard to schedule Mears when I'm not sure which apt complex I will be in at the time ya know??

thanks for the help!

[Ocean Girl]

I completely understand :) I have a million questions too and often refer to these boards to have them answered, and they often are answered just by reading the responses of the experienced CPer's. I love that we can all come and talk on here in a nice and comfortable environment. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to share their knowledge and experience! :hug:

[Joanna71985]

I completely understand :) I have a million questions too and often refer to these boards to have them answered, and they often are answered just by reading the responses of the experienced CPer's. I love that we can all come and talk on here in a nice and comfortable environment. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to share their knowledge and experience! :hug:

I know how it feels to have a lot of questions. Lord know I had a million of them before my first CP in 2005 (I can't believe it will have been 3 years ago in Jan). I want to do the same, and help people with their questions.

[shufingle]

So, I am wondering how much money I will need to start with. I get back from Europe like one week before I leave for FL. I don't want to spend all my money there and turn around and have nothing to take to FL. If anyone could help me out on this it would be helpful. TTYL!

[Joanna71985]

So, I am wondering how much money I will need to start with. I get back from Europe like one week before I leave for FL. I don't want to spend all my money there and turn around and have nothing to take to FL. If anyone could help me out on this it would be helpful. TTYL!

I would bring a couple hundred down to start with. This is because you don't get a "real" paycheck for almost 3 weeks. I have brought $300 down each program, and have been fine.

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

I would bring a couple hundred down to start with. This is because you don't get a "real" paycheck for almost 3 weeks. I have brought $300 down each program, and have been fine.
by 300 u mean for food/bathroom needs/eating out/drinking?? My parents said that i can use my credit card for food/bathroom needs until I get my first paycheck but eating out/drinking/etc. is on my own so I was thinking like 150 or 200 should cover that..prolly not even that much! I can't have a job this semester bc of student teaching and I'll only be home for 3 wks before I leave on the 4th so I want to spend the time w/my fam and packing

[Dee/Belle]

I can't have a job this semester bc of student teaching and I'll only be home for 3 wks before I leave on the 4th so I want to spend the time w/my fam and packing

I feel you, there. I have to work at a newspaper in town this summer as part of my journalism degree so I won't be able to work at my REAL job much. I'm going to visit friends in New York for New Year's but after that I am going to put the stop on spending so I don't have to worry about money when I get to FL.

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

I feel you, there. I have to work at a newspaper in town this summer as part of my journalism degree so I won't be able to work at my REAL job much. I'm going to visit friends in New York for New Year's but after that I am going to put the stop on spending so I don't have to worry about money when I get to FL.
Ya, I have not had a job since Aug. I saved about 500 bucks. I will use around 250-300 for xmas gifts and hope for some money or gift cards for xmas. I did request disney dollars and walmart for gift exchange on my dads side and wrote down walmart/target on my xmas list so I can get groceries/bathroom needs. I guess I really didnt think about restaurants bc I'm not sure what's around in the area besides the obvious McDs lol.

[Dee/Belle]

There are lots of great restaurants down there...I think basically your "run-of-the-mill" area. I think buying food for meals is cheapest and most healthy but I am concerned how the refrigerator situation works out. If you are in a 3 or 4 bedroom complex, that could get a little tricky, I would think...but what do I know? (VERY little!):goodvibes

[Sehsun]

There are lots of great restaurants down there...I think basically your "run-of-the-mill" area. I think buying food for meals is cheapest and most healthy but I am concerned how the refrigerator situation works out. If you are in a 3 or 4 bedroom complex, that could get a little tricky, I would think...but what do I know? (VERY little!):goodvibes

Dee, I think you are right - I would think it would get a little crowded too. When I was living with 3 other roommates in college, the fridge space was a bit limited - I was using my mini-fridge from when I used to live in the dorms in addition to the one provided in our apartment.

I grocery shop a LOT, and having plenty of fridge space is a must for me. That might be something to consider when choosing the apartment size you would like to live in.

[Dee/Belle]

I have a question about rooms (in relation to my refrigerator predicament). If you do roomie notification, you don't have a choice (necessarily) of what complex/# of rooms you want. If you just go down there, how do you know what complex to go to and then, say I want a 2 bedroom and I'm one of the first in line, will I be more likely to get that because I didn't do roomie notification? If that makes sense...basically, if you do roomie notification, your chances are smaller of what complex and # of rooms you want. So why would you just wing it (go down not knowing who you're rooming with) if your chances of what complex and # of rooms is the same? Thanks!

[Joanna71985]

Also something to consider is going down with your friend, and asking to room together there at check-in. That is what I did my first CP (we didn't have the notification then). I had met her online, and we were both from NJ. We even got to meet once before we went down. The day of check-in we asked if we could room together, and were allowed to. In fact, we even got the apartment size/complex that we wanted. And it does help to get to check-in ASAP. All 3 times I got there around 8 am. Last CP, I was done before an hour had passed.

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

I signed up for the roomie notifcation bc I know who I want to live with but the next day I emailed my recruiter and she told me that when you do that you don't get to say what preference you want but we can tell them at check-in and to ge there early so at least I know I will be living with the person I want to live with.

I even specifically asked that if I do roomie notication will they automatically place us in an apt size/complex bc if that's so, we'll just our chances at move in and forget the roomie notification and she emailed me and said we can tell them at move-in and to get there early so I'm hoping that is true bc we are hoping for a 2 or 3 bedroom in Chatham.

[Dee/Belle]

Great! I don't know who I want to room with yet (hoping to meet someone once people start getting ready for fall 08) but I know I want a 2 bedroom in Chatham so I guess I was just wondering if my chances of a that were better if I didn't try and room with any specific person.

Thanks for all the info!

[shufingle]

I tryed to opt into the Roommate Notification, but it said it wasnt avalibale for my group. Has anyone else had this problem?

[Nyxastra]

I tryed to opt into the Roommate Notification, but it said it wasnt avalibale for my group. Has anyone else had this problem?

Which group are you in? It may not be up for all arrival dates just yet.

[shufingle]

Im in the Jan 28th group

[khancock]

I tryed to opt into the Roommate Notification, but it said it wasnt avalibale for my group. Has anyone else had this problem?

If it isn't available for your group, it really isn't a "problem" per se. That means that the system isn't available to you. I think they are still testing and adjusting the system. They just started it last program. So it would make sense if they are limiting the number of groups that it is open to.

[ariel sparrow]

Hey everyone!

I just wanted to share some exciting news with you all. I went to my audition yesterday in Austin, Texas to be a character performer, and I was approved and also get to be "friends" with a face character=D

[Katy0708]

Hey everyone!

I just wanted to share some exciting news with you all. I went to my audition yesterday in Austin, Texas to be a character performer, and I was approved and also get to be "friends" with a face character=D

YAY!! :banana:
congrats!! may i ask who you get to be friends with?!

[Joanna71985]

Hey everyone!

I just wanted to share some exciting news with you all. I went to my audition yesterday in Austin, Texas to be a character performer, and I was approved and also get to be "friends" with a face character=D

Congrats! That is awsome! Who is your "friend" if I can ask? Also, how tall were you measured?

[ariel sparrow]

When I get there, I will be in training to be friends with one of the wicked step-sisters from Cinderella as well as Chip and Dale=) They measured me at 5'3 1/2"...which is an inch shorter than what I measured myself at home.

[Dee/Belle]

When I get there, I will be in training to be friends with one of the wicked step-sisters from Cinderella as well as Chip and Dale=) They measured me at 5'3 1/2"...which is an inch shorter than what I measured myself at home.


The step-sisters are my favorites! You are so lucky to be friends with them ;o) lots of creativity involved, there! Congratulations!

[Joanna71985]

When I get there, I will be in training to be friends with one of the wicked step-sisters from Cinderella as well as Chip and Dale=) They measured me at 5'3 1/2"...which is an inch shorter than what I measured myself at home.

That's awsome! Congrats again!

[Katy0708]

When I get there, I will be in training to be friends with one of the wicked step-sisters from Cinderella as well as Chip and Dale=) They measured me at 5'3 1/2"...which is an inch shorter than what I measured myself at home.

OMG!! That is so exciting! Well, congratulations and I hope you have so much fun!!:thumbsup2

[ariel sparrow]

Thank you so much for sharing the excitement! =)

[Coco83]

Im in the Jan 28th group


I am in that group also and it told me the same thing. I emailed them to see if there was a way to still find out who my roommate will be but havent heard anything back yet.

[Joanna71985]

Thank you so much for sharing the excitement! =)

You are so welcome.:)

[Tinkerbell_Girl]

About how soon do they send you an acceptance package? My interview was 2 weeks ago tomorrow and nothing yet. I'm starting to worry that maybe I didn't get in. :(

[Joanna71985]

About how soon do they send you an acceptance package? My interview was 2 weeks ago tomorrow and nothing yet. I'm starting to worry that maybe I didn't get in. :(

Aww, I'm sure it will be here any day now. I have heard people getting it in the 3-5 week range. I know it's tough. For my 2nd CP (from interview to letter) it took about 2 months to find out I was accepted (I had an audition in between). So just hang in there.:)

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

About how soon do they send you an acceptance package? My interview was 2 weeks ago tomorrow and nothing yet. I'm starting to worry that maybe I didn't get in. :(
I got mine in 8 days but I interviewed the first week that you could so I'm sure they are backed up now with interviews and auditions so don't worry I'm sure you'll hear soon enough. My recruiter told me if I did not hear on day 1 of week 3 to contact them asap so don't worry I'm sure it will come soon enough!!

[Dee/Belle]

If you audition after you interview, do you wait to get an acceptance letter for both? Say you interview and audition like 3 weeks later...do you wait around 5 weeks from the interview time? And what if you audition before you interview...?

Thanks :D

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

If you audition after you interview, do you wait to get an acceptance letter for both? Say you interview and audition like 3 weeks later...do you wait around 5 weeks from the interview time? And what if you audition before you interview...?

Thanks :D
i'm pretty sure when my roommate auditioned that she was sent a letter prior to the audtion that her satus was pending based on the audition which pretty much stated she got in but based on her audition she would either be character or something else on her role list. She didnt get character and ended up with hospitality.

I'm not 100% if she got the letter before or after the audition but I do know she got a letter bc I was with her when she opened it.

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

Random question for whoever but do the apt's supply like toilet paper and garbage? or do you have to buy that type of stuff. The only reason why I ask is bc we had like 15 on-campus apts and like 30 suites at my college and although they were "first class" in the terms of dorms, we still recieved TP weekly and could get garbage bags when needed.

Do we need to supply those things??

[Joanna71985]

If you audition after you interview, do you wait to get an acceptance letter for both? Say you interview and audition like 3 weeks later...do you wait around 5 weeks from the interview time? And what if you audition before you interview...?

Thanks :D

You get the letter after you audition. Until then your status is pending. You may also get an email after the audition. With me, I received an email after the audition saying I didn't get performer. Then almost 3 weeks after the audition I got my leter for character attendant.

Random question for whoever but do the apt's supply like toilet paper and garbage? or do you have to buy that type of stuff. The only reason why I ask is bc we had like 15 on-campus apts and like 30 suites at my college and although they were "first class" in the terms of dorms, we still recieved TP weekly and could get garbage bags when needed.

Do we need to supply those things??

Yes, you need to supply toilet paper and garbage bags.

[Dee/Belle]

Thank you, Ladies!

[Joanna71985]

Thank you, Ladies!

You're welcome.

[Carissa]

i just got my email from my audition. no character performing for me :( hahaha no big deal though. still being considered for another role?? keeping my fingers crossed!!!! :cloud9:

[Joanna71985]

i just got my email from my audition. no character performing for me :( hahaha no big deal though. still being considered for another role?? keeping my fingers crossed!!!! :cloud9:

Awww, that stinks. The same thing happened to me. I'm sure that you will be considered for another role.

[RR0206]

I'm back with a costuming question. How many uniforms/costumes are cast members typically issued? It just dawned on me that if you get one or two its going to require a lot of washing every week!

[Katy0708]

I'm back with a costuming question. How many uniforms/costumes are cast members typically issued? It just dawned on me that if you get one or two its going to require a lot of washing every week!

You are allowed to take 5 of the same pieces out. So you can get five shirts, 5 pants, or whatever (skirts, vests). And when you turn some of your costumes in, you are allowed to get new ones, so you don;t have to wash all the time (even though i did) The reason i washed my own is because a lot of people wore the same sized pants as i did, and i didn't want to risk the chance of not having a pair of pants.
If you have a hat or belt, you get only one of those.

[Joanna71985]

I'm back with a costuming question. How many uniforms/costumes are cast members typically issued? It just dawned on me that if you get one or two its going to require a lot of washing every week!

You can take out up to 5 shirts, pants, ect. You can only take out one hat, belt, and stuff like that. Then when something gets dirty you can return it and get a new one (so you don't have to clean it if you don't want to).

Also, I don't know if it has changed (I was told it was going to) but character attendants (and performers for obvious reasons) don't do the costume take-out. However, I heard that attendants were going to be (if not already).

[RR0206]

Thank you, Joanna and Katy for the fast and informative (as always!) replies!

[Joanna71985]

Thank you, Joanna and Katy for the fast and informative (as always!) replies!

You are welcome.

[Katy0708]

Anytime!! :)

[FairestOfAll08]

i attended austin entertainment audition and will be friends with snow white and also chip and dale this spring! i'm sooo excited! :)

[Joanna71985]

i attended austin entertainment audition and will be friends with snow white and also chip and dale this spring! i'm sooo excited! :)

Congrats! That is sooooo exciting!!

[Dee/Belle]

i attended austin entertainment audition and will be friends with snow white and also chip and dale this spring! i'm sooo excited! :)

Fabulous! Congratulations!!!

[Mossman97]

I am a former CP who worked at Big Thunder Mountain and Country Bears then moved onto MK Guest Relations and VIP tours. I would love to discuss anything about the experiences I had over 5 years. I have some good stories!

[Joanna71985]

I am a former CP who worked at Big Thunder Mountain and Country Bears then moved onto MK Guest Relations and VIP tours. I would love to discuss anything about the experiences I had over 5 years. I have some good stories!

That's awsome! If I wasn't such a wuss I would consider going for GR someday (I would love to do the tours, like KTTK and Backstage Magic) but you have to have nerves of steel (which I don't).

[FairestOfAll08]

im trying to send a private message but it keeps telling me error_no_postcount_pm or something like that. does that mean i need to post more? also i'm confused about housing. i've read that some people pick which apartment they want to live in when i thought you automatically got placed in one or the other depending on whether you were 21 or not?

[Nyxastra]

im trying to send a private message but it keeps telling me error_no_postcount_pm or something like that. does that mean i need to post more? also i'm confused about housing. i've read that some people pick which apartment they want to live in when i thought you automatically got placed in one or the other depending on whether you were 21 or not?

You do have a bit of a choice; however, it really depends on if what you want is open. On my first program I really wanted a 3 bedroom in Chatham, but when I arrived they only had 2 bedrooms and 4 bedrooms open. If you do not care where you go then they will put you in what is open, but if there is a complex that you want to be in ask for that complex first then see what is available from there.

[Joanna71985]

im trying to send a private message but it keeps telling me error_no_postcount_pm or something like that. does that mean i need to post more? also i'm confused about housing. i've read that some people pick which apartment they want to live in when i thought you automatically got placed in one or the other depending on whether you were 21 or not?

Nope, you are asked about preferences when you check-in. However, if you are under 21 you will automatically be placed in a wellness apartment. But there are wellness ones at both Chatham and Vista. So that won't make a difference.

[FairestOfAll08]

thanks for clearing that up for me! there's just so much to take in and learn about! i'm sure a lot of it will come once i get there and go through the process. :)

[Joanna71985]

thanks for clearing that up for me! there's just so much to take in and learn about! i'm sure a lot of it will come once i get there and go through the process. :)

Don't worry, it will all work out.:)

[Invisible_ears_82389]

I am planning on applying for fall 08 CP. If you do a fall CP .. about when do you arrive... early august or end of august?

[Joanna71985]

I am planning on applying for fall 08 CP. If you do a fall CP .. about when do you arrive... early august or end of august?

Both. The fall dates start arriving early August, and go up until early Sept.

[Sorahana]

I've got a question...what is nearby Chatham Square? I know what's near Vista, but I'd prefer to live in Chatham ^^.

[Joanna71985]

I've got a question...what is nearby Chatham Square? I know what's near Vista, but I'd prefer to live in Chatham ^^.

Well, nothing is right next door to Chatham the way Vista has Walgreens and Wendys. But there is a Publix and shopping center about 10 minutes away by walking.

[Sorahana]

Well, nothing is right next door to Chatham the way Vista has Walgreens and Wendys. But there is a Publix and shopping center about 10 minutes away by walking.

Thanks =D. I'd prefer to be closer to things but I don't want to be in the partying complex lol.
Another question, where would I find the address for Chatham? I can't find it anywhere >.> lol.

[Tedi Bara]

Hi..I have a question about the classes offered through the Disney College Program. I'm not worried about credits, I just want to take advantage of everything while I'm there. Which classes have you taken? Which classes would you reccomend? Have anyone taken an Experientail Learning class?

[ak714251]

Is there ac in both vista and chatham?

[Nyxastra]

Is there ac in both vista and chatham?

Yes there is AC in both Vista and Chatham. There is also heat as well; however, I want to saw its electric but I do not remember.

[Joanna71985]

Is there ac in both vista and chatham?

There sure is.

[sk8bug72]

I am hoping to do the spring quarter advantage program in 09, but I just realized that my brother will be graduating that June. Is there any way that I would be able to get a weekend off so that I could fly home for his graduation????

[Joanna71985]

I am hoping to do the spring quarter advantage program in 09, but I just realized that my brother will be graduating that June. Is there any way that I would be able to get a weekend off so that I could fly home for his graduation????

You can request it off. However, there is no guarantee.

[Tedi Bara]

Hi..I have a question about the classes offered through the Disney College Program. I'm not worried about credits, I just want to take advantage of everything while I'm there. Which classes have you taken? Which classes would you reccomend? Have anyone taken an Experientail Learning class?

Classes? Anyone?

[Joanna71985]

I took Hospitality Management my first CP. It was nice. I learned a lot from it. One that I am considering taking is Experiential Learning. I have heard good things about it.

[Sehsun]

Tedi Bara,
I am taking one of the Disney Exploration Series (DES) classes. I am taking Exploring Guest Service at the Walt Disney World Resort, and I love it so much. The DES classes are great if you just want to take advantage of the "learning" part of the CP. There are no tests, homework, or papers. Just lectures from great guest speakers as well as a great class instructor.

[Joanna71985]

That is another one that I am considering taking- one of the DES classes. They sound really interesting.

[Nyxastra]

I am hoping to do the spring quarter advantage program in 09, but I just realized that my brother will be graduating that June. Is there any way that I would be able to get a weekend off so that I could fly home for his graduation????

You can try and ask off. As soon as you get to your work location go on a head and put in that weekend you want off. The sooner you get it in the more likely you will be able to get it off.

[Nyxastra]

Classes? Anyone?


I took the Communications class on my first program and I really enjoyed it. The only difficult part of the class was getting together with the people in my group for the group project at the end. All of the papers and speeches I had to do was how I was in my work area. I'm realy looking at doing the Entertainment class this time around but it just depends.

[Joanna71985]

Thanks =D. I'd prefer to be closer to things but I don't want to be in the partying complex lol.
Another question, where would I find the address for Chatham? I can't find it anywhere >.> lol.

Yeah, I know. I have stayed at Chatham all 3 CPs. It is really nice there.

[RR0206]

I've read the reputations of the different complexes, namely that Vista is the place for the parties and Chatham is the newer, quieter, slightly more out of the way complex. Behind those broad strokes... has anyone written a sort of thorough compare and contrast of the atmospheres of the two complexes?

I'm trying to get a better feel for what each one offers, and I know people's opinions on them are going to be very subjective, which is why I'm trying to find out more ;) I'm not completely bothered by the thought of a huge, boisterous partying complex, just as I'm not really bothered by a very quiet, sedate one...but I'm digging for more details and experiences.

[khancock]

Behind those broad strokes... has anyone written a sort of thorough compare and contrast of the atmospheres of the two complexes?

One could compare and contrast the amenities and locations of each complex, but not really the party vs. non party atmosphere. The reason is that this has totally to do with the residents of the complex. In addition, the complexes are pretty big so it has to do with residents in a specific section of a complex.

I lived in Vista in a rather quiet area back in bldg 39. But it was only quiet during my time there. When I went back to visit a friend who was on the program and decided to go back and see who was in my old place, that area was rocking.

The atmosphere changes based on the residents. Always will.

[Tedi Bara]

Does anyone know how many cable outlets each bedroom has?

[Tinkerbell_Girl]

I got in!!!!! I'm doing the spring advantage program, and will be in mechandise! :cool1:

[Coco83]

I got in!!!!! I'm doing the spring advantage program, and will be in mechandise! :cool1:

Congrats, What date are u going?

[Joanna71985]

I got in!!!!! I'm doing the spring advantage program, and will be in mechandise! :cool1:

Congrats!! Merchandise is fun.

[Katy0708]

Does anyone know how many cable outlets each bedroom has?

For the television, there is only one cable outlet in Vista, so you have to get a splitter if you want your own tv in your room.

[Tinkerbell_Girl]

Congrats, What date are u going?

I will be arriving on Jan 28!

[Dee/Belle]

I got in!!!!! I'm doing the spring advantage program, and will be in mechandise! :cool1:

Congratulations!!!

[Nyxastra]

Does anyone know how many cable outlets each bedroom has?

In Chatham there was only one cable outlet in the living room. If you wanted cable in the bedrooms you will need to get a splitter and a chord that will reach to your room.

[Carissa]

ok sooo i'm starting to freak out just a little bit. i though i was anxious for auditions...but waiting for a final decision is SOOO much worse! it's been 3 weeks since my audition, 1 week from the big NO from entertainment, and i'm still waiting for my application to be reconsidered. now i'm starting to get worried about canceling my housing license. i hope i get my final decision before my deadline. :scared1:

[Joanna71985]

Good luck Carissa. Hang in there.:)

[**Disney_Princess**]

Hey there everyone. I never got a response to this post under the Spring '08 thread so I thought I'd try here:

As I had said, I have had to change my role from attractions to hospitality due to medical reasons. However, when we all got the e-mails for the pay rates I was still considered to be in attractions. I have not received any more information as far as what the rate for hospitality was.
Therefore my question: Does anyone know what the pay rate for hospitality is? :confused3

[Joanna71985]

I don't know if anyone knows yet. The pay rates are being changed in Jan.

[**Disney_Princess**]

Everyone got e-mails about what the new rates were, but they are all different depending on your role. So the e-mail I received was for attractions and I wondered what the hospitality rate was because I changed my role after I had already gotton the e-mail.

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

Everyone got e-mails about what the new rates were, but they are all different depending on your role. So the e-mail I received was for attractions and I wondered what the hospitality rate was because I changed my role after I had already gotton the e-mail.
not many ppl get hospitality unless you have a GOOD reason for doing it such as its your major or you have past experience in working in hotels (thats what I was told at least). So I don't think this group is large enough that someone would have hospitality. Do you have facebook? There is a group for the college program spring 2008 and I know of a few ppl that have hospitality. Check that out, I'm sure they can help you out more. If you have any ?s about it let me know.

[khancock]

You had to ask Disney to change your job due for medical reasons, why not follow up with them about your rate?

[Tinkerbell_Girl]

So what are the first few days like? When do you begin working?

[Joanna71985]

So what are the first few days like? When do you begin working?

Day 1 is when you check in, get housing assignments, housing ID, and all the stuff.

Day 2 is when you find out your work area/location and sign up for classes (if you are taking any).

Day 3 is Traditions (yay for work ID).

Then you usually start training Day 4-5.

[travlrmel]

Thanks Joanna for the update!

This may seem like a silly question - but do the PI's get to take classes like CP's do? Is there a limit on the number of classes?

[Carissa]

I GOT IN!!!! QSFB!! about time, since i applied on october 1st!!!!


yippeeeeeeeeee!!!!:cheer2:

[Joanna71985]

I GOT IN!!!! QSFB!! about time, since i applied on october 1st!!!!


yippeeeeeeeeee!!!!:cheer2:

Congrats!

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

yay!! congrats. It's amazing how quickly they got busy bc I interviewed on Sept 12 and got my packet on Sept 19!

[Dee/Belle]

I GOT IN!!!! QSFB!! about time, since i applied on october 1st!!!!


yippeeeeeeeeee!!!!:cheer2:


Congratulations! Was that one of your top choices? That will be fun!

[Joanna71985]

yay!! congrats. It's amazing how quickly they got busy bc I interviewed on Sept 12 and got my packet on Sept 19!

I think attending an audition has something to do with a long wait. Because I had to wait for awhile after my audition too.

[Nyxastra]

I think attending an audition has something to do with a long wait. Because I had to wait for awhile after my audition too.

I attending an Audition and had a very long wait. I went to the presentation on my campus September 17th, had my interview on the 18th but yet my audition wasn't until October 26th. After my audition it wasn't until 13 days later did I get notification that I had been offered a position as a Character Performer (I didn't get an e-mail just a white packet).

[Joanna71985]

I attending an Audition and had a very long wait. I went to the presentation on my campus September 17th, had my interview on the 18th but yet my audition wasn't until October 26th. After my audition it wasn't until 13 days later did I get notification that I had been offered a position as a Character Performer (I didn't get an e-mail just a white packet).

Yeah. In 2006 I interviewed in early Feb, auditioned March 30, and got my letter almost 3 weeks after that. So overall about 2 months.

[tinkerbell0o0]

I have just read over the thread... and i had some questions.

1. What are all the job possibilities involved with operations... and do you get a preference at all on where within a certain role you would like to be placed?

2. is hospitality just working in the hotels?

3. if you do full service food(or w/e its called) do you get a preference in the restraunt you work in and/or if you are a waitress or a hostess?

4. I read something about an extra shift hotline number or something(don't remember where i read that)... so is it ever possible to work in another job inside your role and/or outside of role... and how is costuming done in those situations?

Sorry for all the questions.. this college program thing just sounds really interesting!

[Joanna71985]

I have just read over the thread... and i had some questions.

1. What are all the job possibilities involved with operations... and do you get a preference at all on where within a certain role you would like to be placed?

2. is hospitality just working in the hotels?

3. if you do full service food(or w/e its called) do you get a preference in the restraunt you work in and/or if you are a waitress or a hostess?

4. I read something about an extra shift hotline number or something(don't remember where i read that)... so is it ever possible to work in another job inside your role and/or outside of role... and how is costuming done in those situations?

Sorry for all the questions.. this college program thing just sounds really interesting!

1. Operations is running the attractions. You work the actual ride, you help with FastPasses (if the ride has any), you could work stroller parking for the ride, work the front of the queue line, and so on. As for preferences, you can mention a ride you would like to work but Disney will place you where they need people. So it depends.

2. Yes, hospitality roles are at the resorts.

3. The same goes for the food roles. You can request someplace, but you will be placed somewhere before you arrive.

4. Yes, there is a link on the Portal (cast member website) that is for picking up extra hour shifts. As long as the shift doesn't require extra training, you can pick it up. You can also pick up a shift in another park that is the same as your role (for example, if you do merch in MK you can pick up a shift in merch at MGM). For costuming, you just go to the costuming area for the park/wherever you picked up the shift and get the costume. It should say what the costume is on the extra hour page.

[Joanna71985]

Oh, and welcome to DIS.:thumbsup2

[tinkerbell0o0]

Thanks so much for your help! The whole college program thing sounds really interesting and i think i might apply for fall 2009.

[Joanna71985]

Thanks so much for your help! The whole college program thing sounds really interesting and i think i might apply for fall 2009.

Awsome! I hope you do.

[zulemara]

Good idea on the new thread! I'll christen it with two new questions!

My first is: somewhere on the WDWCP site it suggested bringing a wireless router. Has anyone done this, and is it beneficial? (I know how routers work and all, I just am wondering if its really more beneficial than a long ethernet cord).

And my second question sortof ties into the first. Are there any restrictions on internet usage there as far as videogame platforms are concerned? I don't imagine I could go without bringing my Xbox 360 and I'd definitely want to be playing it online, but I don't know if they block its usage or anything of the sort. (At my school they restrict Xbox Live to weekends only).

Thanks!

IDK If your second question was answered, but I do have the answer for you. They use an internal addressing scheme and block every port under the sun. It is necessary due to people file sharing and hogging all the bandwith. Unfortunately, it also means it blocks some school online logins and most internet gaming. You can open a ticket to have ports opened, but they aren't exactly quick to comply if it isn't school related. You have an option to purchase a public IP address for something like 5 bux a month I think. I don't remember exactly because all my roomies split the cost. If you have a public IP address you won't be subject to their firewalls and will be able to game online.

I was a CP from aug 2004-May 2005 and that was the policy as of the time I left

[J@Disney]

My question is... what is the attire like for the first day? Like do you need to dress a certain way?

[Nyxastra]

My question is... what is the attire like for the first day? Like do you need to dress a certain way?

Move in day you have to be within the Disney Look; however, you can wear polo shirts, jeans and tennis shoes. I wore Business Attire on move-in day and as soon as I got to my apartment I changed clothes. You cannot wear sleeveless tops becuase you are going to get your apartment id photo take that day as well. I'm either going to wear jeans and a short sleeve top or kaki pants with a polo either way I'm wearing tennis shoes. Traditions is the first day you will have to be in Disney Look Business attire. For your first day that your park you will get notification what to wear for that day.

[travlrmel]

Thanks for the update! This helps. Does it also apply to professional interns too?

[Joanna71985]

My question is... what is the attire like for the first day? Like do you need to dress a certain way?

First day can be casual, since you are just checking into your apartment. I would try to look neat though. I wore shorts and a t-shirt for all 3 times.

[RR0206]

IDK If your second question was answered, but I do have the answer for you. They use an internal addressing scheme and block every port under the sun. It is necessary due to people file sharing and hogging all the bandwith. Unfortunately, it also means it blocks some school online logins and most internet gaming. You can open a ticket to have ports opened, but they aren't exactly quick to comply if it isn't school related. You have an option to purchase a public IP address for something like 5 bux a month I think. I don't remember exactly because all my roomies split the cost. If you have a public IP address you won't be subject to their firewalls and will be able to game online.

I was a CP from aug 2004-May 2005 and that was the policy as of the time I left

Wow, thanks so much for answering this for me. It is very nice to know that information in advance. Kindof bummed that I'm going to have to shell out more money to be able to game online, but in the scheme of things it is a small expense, and I'd rather do that than not get my gaming fix for four months :banana:

[Andrusi]

Incidentally, the port blocking will also interfere with IRC if you use that, as well as, of course, file sharing (this combo being bad news for an anime addict like me). And the internal addressing means that, to sites like Megaupload that restrict usage based on your IP, some huge percentage of the College Program will all look like one guy (so there's always a race to see who gets the download first).

I suspected the blocked ports, but didn't know about the internal addressing. That clears up a lot of questions for me.

[ak714251]

is a sweater and black pants good for traditions? is that business-y enough?

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

First day can be casual, since you are just checking into your apartment. I would try to look neat though. I wore shorts and a t-shirt for all 3 times.
we can wear sandals or crocs right?

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

is a sweater and black pants good for traditions? is that business-y enough?
I'm going to wear a business suit for traditions. That way I'll have an appropriate shirt on but I'll have a jacket on if for some reason they don't feel that it is appropirate. If I get hot throughout the day, I'll take the jacket off.

[kishijoten]

is a sweater and black pants good for traditions? is that business-y enough?

From the wdwcollegeprogram website: "Professional options for women include dress pants with a classic style blouse or sweater, skirted or pants suit, dress with or without a jacket, and business-style walking shorts with a blouse and jacket or vest."

we can wear sandals or crocs right?
Yes :) From all I've heard, the two rules to follow on check-in day are these: be comfortable and make sure you follow the Disney look guidelines from the shoulders up (for your housing ID picture).

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

From the wdwcollegeprogram website: "Professional options for women include dress pants with a classic style blouse or sweater, skirted or pants suit, dress with or without a jacket, and business-style walking shorts with a blouse and jacket or vest."


Yes :) From all I've heard, the two rules to follow on check-in day are these: be comfortable and make sure you follow the Disney look guidelines from the shoulders up (for your housing ID picture).
yes!!! I knew for check-in we had to wear short sleves, although depending on the weather they might be long sleves haha!! As for the shoes, I guess depending on which floor apt I get, I might be digging out my tennis shoes to put on lol. THANKS

[Joanna71985]

is a sweater and black pants good for traditions? is that business-y enough?

Sure is.

we can wear sandals or crocs right?

Yup, you can.

[Sorahana]

I had a question, what kind of tops would NOT be allowed for Traditions? My mom got me a plain old white blouse but I wanted to wear something else that isn't a blouse. Would what you would wear to church be appropriate (I'm talking nice clothes not casual lol)?

[Joanna71985]

I had a question, what kind of tops would NOT be allowed for Traditions? My mom got me a plain old white blouse but I wanted to wear something else that isn't a blouse. Would what you would wear to church be appropriate (I'm talking nice clothes not casual lol)?

I think most tops should be fine, as long as they have sleeves and are not shabby. Church clothes would be fine.

[apecharge]

My major in college is Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism management, and for that degree I am required to work in the industry for credit. I have wanted to do the CP for years now and I finally have the chance to do it next fall. However I am having a hard time making a decision about something. Last summer I toured the country with a drum and bugle corps, and I am debating doing it again this upcoming summer. The world championships for drum corps are in August.
Last summer I spent 4 days with my family before moving to college and am trying to figure some things out. If I applied for the Fall advantage program (and decided not to march this summer) I figure I would get about 3-4 weeks at home before leaving. If I march this summer and do the program in Fall, I would get a total of maybe 1 and half weeks at home. Or I could opt to not march and wait until august to do the CP and get about 2 months home.
Are there any perks to doing the Fall advantage program over the regular fall program other than more time to network?
I haven't really asked many questions here, I am just looking for opinions, what you guys think about my predicament. Thank you in advance!

[zulemara]

My major in college is Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism management, and for that degree I am required to work in the industry for credit. I have wanted to do the CP for years now and I finally have the chance to do it next fall. However I am having a hard time making a decision about something. Last summer I toured the country with a drum and bugle corps, and I am debating doing it again this upcoming summer. The world championships for drum corps are in August.
Last summer I spent 4 days with my family before moving to college and am trying to figure some things out. If I applied for the Fall advantage program (and decided not to march this summer) I figure I would get about 3-4 weeks at home before leaving. If I march this summer and do the program in Fall, I would get a total of maybe 1 and half weeks at home. Or I could opt to not march and wait until august to do the CP and get about 2 months home.
Are there any perks to doing the Fall advantage program over the regular fall program other than more time to network?
I haven't really asked many questions here, I am just looking for opinions, what you guys think about my predicament. Thank you in advance!

OMG OMG OMG! What Corps??? I marched Blue Stars in 2004 and my bf marched in 2006!

To answer your question, I did exactly what you're talking about. I went off to my first year of college and auditioned in Nov for the Blue Stars. In February after break, I decided I wanted to do the college program. I was home for two weeks from college, went off to drum corps, came home for 2 weeks, and went to Disney. What a crazy year! I wouldn't have done it any other way!

You have a chance to do both, so by all means, DO!!! I'm a campus rep(as my thingy below my name indicates) and in all honesty, you'll just be there during the hot months. If you're looking to network, you can do so during the regular fall program and if you want to spend more time, you can always extend your program. I went down Aug 24th and left May 14th. I even made arrangements to be able to march when I got back, but was unable to due to injury.

You only have so many years to march corps and you have to be in college to be a CP. I know what you mean with family, but they'll be there when you get back. Extend yourself and do both. You WON'T regret it. My only regret is that 2004 was the only year I was able to march. Now I'm stuck drinking beer with the alumni :dance3:

[apecharge]

I marched this past summer with Carolina Crown. It is such a small world! Everywhere I go I find another drum corps person! I like where you are coming from with setting up a year where everything would fit in. Other things I have to consider though are job offers I have recieved from various high schools to come tech their marching bands. I have a lot to think about....I think I might write down all the pros and cons of doing different things next year and compare lists.

[zulemara]

I marched this past summer with Carolina Crown. It is such a small world! Everywhere I go I find another drum corps person! I like where you are coming from with setting up a year where everything would fit in. Other things I have to consider though are job offers I have recieved from various high schools to come tech their marching bands. I have a lot to think about....I think I might write down all the pros and cons of doing different things next year and compare lists.

I was on the cast bus riding back from MK to the parking lot and a guy had on a Boston Crusader jacket. It turned out to be the center snare! Small world indeed!

I still say march and do the college program. Doors will open up for you. I know what it's like to tech a marching band, but it's not your major.

[apecharge]

I was on the cast bus riding back from MK to the parking lot and a guy had on a Boston Crusader jacket. It turned out to be the center snare! Small world indeed!

I still say march and do the college program. Doors will open up for you. I know what it's like to tech a marching band, but it's not your major.

It was my major. I was a Music Ed major but just recently switched. It is fun to see the different people in corps jackets. Everytime I see one I go say hi to the person and chat with them a bit. It takes a special kind of person to do drum corps....a crazy special kind of person.

We'll see what happens and I will be sure to let you know.

[Nyxastra]

I marched this past summer with Carolina Crown. It is such a small world! Everywhere I go I find another drum corps person! I like where you are coming from with setting up a year where everything would fit in. Other things I have to consider though are job offers I have recieved from various high schools to come tech their marching bands. I have a lot to think about....I think I might write down all the pros and cons of doing different things next year and compare lists.

You marched Crown? I loved the show this year and totally lost count how many times I saw/listened to it. I marched on guard with Spirit way back in the day when I was 15/16 (it was back in 2000/2001). I currently teach Color Guard for different high schools around in my area. Being a teacher/tech for high school bands is not only fun but a great learning experience because each high school does things differently. I would definatly say try and do the college program and either march again or teach. I'm a Fashion Major but I still enjoy guard so much that I still love to teach it.

[zulemara]

You marched Crown? I loved the show this year and totally lost count how many times I saw/listened to it. I marched on guard with Spirit way back in the day when I was 15/16 (it was back in 2000/2001). I currently teach Color Guard for different high schools around in my area. Being a teacher/tech for high school bands is not only fun but a great learning experience because each high school does things differently. I would definatly say try and do the college program and either march again or teach. I'm a Fashion Major but I still enjoy guard so much that I still love to teach it.

It's certainly nice to get a third opinion. If it's possible you'll have the option to tech in two years rather than next year, then your choice should be more clear. I think you had a good idea in putting down the pros and cons of each.

coincidentally, it also takes a very strange person to be a mobile DJ. You have to be a little off your rocker to stand up in front of crowds in silver metallic pants(which I bought while at Disney) or a full MJ costume and perform the Thriller dance.

Between drum corps and the college program, I changed A TON from who I was before I left. It's a good character building experience and can open doors in the future. Ultimately it's up to you to decide what you'll be most happy with. Good luck!

[Berlioz70]

Hey Everyone!

Not to change the topic of the drum corps (several of my friends were in corps), but I have a couple of questions about the fall advantage versus fall program.

Background: I was offered a Character Performer role for Spring 2008, but had to turn it down because of a class conflict. I've been told they won't hold it against me when I reaudition in the Spring, but I'm worried that I will not get entertainment again.

1) So the question is - can I indicate that I would prefer fall advantage, but that the Entertainment role is more important to me, so if there are only entertainment openings for the fall, then I would rather do that?

2) Also, if someone passes the entertainment audition once, do they usually pass it again?

3) If I did fall advantage, would I have some spring advantage roommates over the summer and then get falls in August? Or do they try to pair up the fall advantages from the beginning?

Thanks:)

PS - does anyone currently in the program have insider knowledge on when the auditions will be in the Spring - they're not going to be posted on the website for two months and I'm beginning to get very anxious!

[Joanna71985]

Hey Everyone!

Not to change the topic of the drum corps (several of my friends were in corps), but I have a couple of questions about the fall advantage versus fall program.

Background: I was offered a Character Performer role for Spring 2008, but had to turn it down because of a class conflict. I've been told they won't hold it against me when I reaudition in the Spring, but I'm worried that I will not get entertainment again.

1) So the question is - can I indicate that I would prefer fall advantage, but that the Entertainment role is more important to me, so if there are only entertainment openings for the fall, then I would rather do that?

2) Also, if someone passes the entertainment audition once, do they usually pass it again?

3) If I did fall advantage, would I have some spring advantage roommates over the summer and then get falls in August? Or do they try to pair up the fall advantages from the beginning?

Thanks:)

PS - does anyone currently in the program have insider knowledge on when the auditions will be in the Spring - they're not going to be posted on the website for two months and I'm beginning to get very anxious!

1) Yes you can tell them that.

2) That depends on what the entertainment people are looking for.

3) No. You would be checking in with other fall advantage people.

4) No one knows about the dates/places til they are announced.

[Ben769394]

Hi, you guys are really helpful by answering all these qusetions. I do have some questions in mind.

1. Does all the chatham apts have only one bathroom per apt (4-6 ppl) or one bathroom per room (2 ppl)?

2. I will be taking plane to Orlando and using Mears to get to Vista Way. Do I have to drag my luggages everywhere during the registration process or they have places for luggages?

3. After I am done with registration, where do I take buses to Chatham apts?

4. My flight arrives at Orlando around 10. Do you think I have time to go to Walmart after I finish all the registration stuff and what happens after the registrations process?

5. What is the frequency for the mall and walmart buses? and where do I take them in Chatham?

6. I was casted as a lifeguard. Does anyone know where and when I will be taking the swimming test and what is it about? And if I wasn't able to fax pre-test form to Disney, will I be transfer to other department?

thank you for reading my questions!!! I can't wait for the program to start. The weather is really bad in Buffalo (15 inches of snow from yesterday to today and may be a lil bit more tomorrow too!) and I have to take a final early tomorrow morning... :X

[Sehsun]

Hi Ben,
I will try to answer your questions as best as I can.

1. Does all the chatham apts have only one bathroom per apt (4-6 ppl) or one bathroom per room (2 ppl)? There should be one bathroom per bedroom at Chatham.

2. I will be taking plane to Orlando and using Mears to get to Vista Way. Do I have to drag my luggages everywhere during the registration process or they have places for luggages? They should have a place where you can set your luggage aside during registration because when I saw people in line, I didn't see anyone carrying their luggage around.

3. After I am done with registration, where do I take buses to Chatham apts? There is a central bus stop location at Vista Way, and I'm sure the people at check-in will direct you towards there.

4. My flight arrives at Orlando around 10. Do you think I have time to go to Walmart after I finish all the registration stuff and what happens after the registrations process? Yes, you should have time to go to Wal-Mart after registration. In fact, there should be a bus taking people to Wal-Mart that day, if I remember. A few hours after check-in, there will be a 2-hour housing meeting at The Commons, and you can take a bus there.

5. What is the frequency for the mall and walmart buses? and where do I take them in Chatham? There are certain days where the buses take you to Wal-Mart and the mall, and it does not run as frequently as the ones to work do. Definitely pick up a transportation guide (or two) at check-in!

6. I was casted as a lifeguard. Does anyone know where and when I will be taking the swimming test and what is it about? And if I wasn't able to fax pre-test form to Disney, will I be transfer to other department? You will take your swimming test on day 2 of check-in, and the people at check-in will let you know when and where it is. I don't know about the pre-test form, though.

Good luck on your final and stay warm!!

[Joanna71985]

Hi, you guys are really helpful by answering all these qusetions. I do have some questions in mind.

1. Does all the chatham apts have only one bathroom per apt (4-6 ppl) or one bathroom per room (2 ppl)?

2. I will be taking plane to Orlando and using Mears to get to Vista Way. Do I have to drag my luggages everywhere during the registration process or they have places for luggages?

3. After I am done with registration, where do I take buses to Chatham apts?

4. My flight arrives at Orlando around 10. Do you think I have time to go to Walmart after I finish all the registration stuff and what happens after the registrations process?

5. What is the frequency for the mall and walmart buses? and where do I take them in Chatham?

6. I was casted as a lifeguard. Does anyone know where and when I will be taking the swimming test and what is it about? And if I wasn't able to fax pre-test form to Disney, will I be transfer to other department?

thank you for reading my questions!!! I can't wait for the program to start. The weather is really bad in Buffalo (15 inches of snow from yesterday to today and may be a lil bit more tomorrow too!) and I have to take a final early tomorrow morning... :X

Hi there.

1) It depends on complex. I stayed in a 3-BR at Chatham and there were 3 baths (one per bedroom). However, at Vista there are 2 baths for 3 bedrooms. And I am pretty sure 4-BR have only 2 baths either way.

2) They will have a place for lugguage when you check in.

3) There is a main bus area at Vista. You can't miss it.

4) Oh yeah. You will have time to get to Walmart after check-in and the housing meeting.

5) I believe the Walmart bus only runs 6 days a week. And certain times for certain days. Some run only morning to afternoon, and others run afternoon to evening.

6) You take the lifeguard test at Mickey's Retreat (which is across from Chatham). I believe you take it day #2.

[Nyxastra]

Hi, you guys are really helpful by answering all these qusetions. I do have some questions in mind.

1. Does all the chatham apts have only one bathroom per apt (4-6 ppl) or one bathroom per room (2 ppl)?

2. I will be taking plane to Orlando and using Mears to get to Vista Way. Do I have to drag my luggages everywhere during the registration process or they have places for luggages?

3. After I am done with registration, where do I take buses to Chatham apts?

4. My flight arrives at Orlando around 10. Do you think I have time to go to Walmart after I finish all the registration stuff and what happens after the registrations process?

5. What is the frequency for the mall and walmart buses? and where do I take them in Chatham?

6. I was casted as a lifeguard. Does anyone know where and when I will be taking the swimming test and what is it about? And if I wasn't able to fax pre-test form to Disney, will I be transfer to other department?

thank you for reading my questions!!! I can't wait for the program to start. The weather is really bad in Buffalo (15 inches of snow from yesterday to today and may be a lil bit more tomorrow too!) and I have to take a final early tomorrow morning... :X


1) I can only speak for a 4 bedroom at Chatham because that is where I lived but there we had 2 full baths (one bathroom was shared with 2 rooms) and then in the hallway near the kitchen we had a half bath.

2) They will have a place for it.

3)The main bus station is located at the front of Vista by the main pool. You will see it when you check in.

4) You will have time to run errands after you finish the check-in process. There is at least 2 hours between the end of the check in process and the first housing meeting which will be in the Commons area (you will take a bus there)

[theatre817]

I know many things are similar between the CP and PI, however I know I will be living in Northbridge and was just wondering, if anyone knows, how this effects my check-in process. I'm unsure as to if I will have to attend the housing meeting, since I am technically not living on property, etc. Can anyone help me out?

[khancock]

I know many things are similar between the CP and PI, however I know I will be living in Northbridge and was just wondering, if anyone knows, how this effects my check-in process. I'm unsure as to if I will have to attend the housing meeting, since I am technically not living on property, etc. Can anyone help me out?

You will be told what you need to do when you arrive. There isn't a "blanket" process for Professional Internships because people are in different situations. Some are first time cast members. Some are alumni who did their CP recently and dont have to go through traditions or other training again. Others are alumni who did their CP earlier and have to do that stuff again.

My guess is that there isnt a housing meeting since the meeting that CPs go to deal with the specific complexes (who to call for maintenance, how to use the busses, how to check people in). But I'm sure you will have to do some sort of paperwork and stuff related to housing.

[Ben769394]

thank you all for answering my questions!!! I just took my last final in my college career, now I can relax and enjoy the holidays!!! I can't wait to go to Orlando!!! Wish everyone happy holidays!!!

[Haveamagicalday!]

Has anyone ever done the fall advantage program? I am considering doing this because I don't know if I can wait till spring '09! haha

How early can you apply? And what are some advantages to doing fall vs. spring? Thanks!

Hope

[Sehsun]

Hi Hope,
I am in the fall program right now. I think you can start applying next month (January)! I applied back in January of this year and had my phone interview then too.

One advantage of doing fall is that you get to be at Disney during some major holidays - Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. There are nice decorations up and special events going on during those times, like Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. The weather is starting to cool down as well (but I prefer warmer weather).

In the spring program, you would experience more of FL's cooler weather, and you would be here for one major holiday, Easter (I hear it gets busy then). If you did fall advantage, you would be in FL for some hot months (July and August). I prefer that over January-March FL weather though. :)

It was/is a bit difficult to get through the holidays without my family, but I am making the most of it and keeping busy. This is something you may want to consider if you are thinking of doing the fall/fall advantage program.

Good luck with your decision!

[Joanna71985]

thank you all for answering my questions!!! I just took my last final in my college career, now I can relax and enjoy the holidays!!! I can't wait to go to Orlando!!! Wish everyone happy holidays!!!

You are welcome. And that's great you are all done with finals. I still have 2 more to go.

Has anyone ever done the fall advantage program? I am considering doing this because I don't know if I can wait till spring '09! haha

How early can you apply? And what are some advantages to doing fall vs. spring? Thanks!

Hope

Hey Hope. I have done both Spring and Fall (Spring 2005, and Fall Advantage 2006). They should start applying for Fall 2008 late Jan/early Feb. As for advantages, having done both I would definitely do Fall over Spring (even though my next full CP will be Spring 2009 hopefully). I loved being down in FL for the holidays, and getting to work the holiday parties (mnsshp and mvmcp). It is such an awsome and festive time. Plus you get an awsome holiday discount.

[Sehsun]

Plus you get an awesome holiday discount.

Oh yeah!! That is a BIG plus for doing the fall program. Every winter, cast members enjoy the Family Holiday Celebration which includes several discounts for many things. I have been taking advantage of it a lot! :teeth:

[Ben769394]

Oh... I just read something about banking in the Spring 08 facebook group and here are my questions.

1. My bank doesn't have any branches in Orlando, should I stick with my bank or open up an account in Vista Credit Union?

2. Do I apply for Vista Credit Union during the first day of move in and how long will take them to send me the atm or Credit card?

3. Which checking account do you guys prefer and is there any atm fee?

Once again, I thank you all for reading my questions!!!

[Haveamagicalday!]

Hi Hope,
I am in the fall program right now. I think you can start applying next month (January)! I applied back in January of this year and had my phone interview then too.

One advantage of doing fall is that you get to be at Disney during some major holidays - Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. There are nice decorations up and special events going on during those times, like Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. The weather is starting to cool down as well (but I prefer warmer weather).

In the spring program, you would experience more of FL's cooler weather, and you would be here for one major holiday, Easter (I hear it gets busy then). If you did fall advantage, you would be in FL for some hot months (July and August). I prefer that over January-March FL weather though. :)

It was/is a bit difficult to get through the holidays without my family, but I am making the most of it and keeping busy. This is something you may want to consider if you are thinking of doing the fall/fall advantage program.

Good luck with your decision!

You are welcome. And that's great you are all done with finals. I still have 2 more to go.



Hey Hope. I have done both Spring and Fall (Spring 2005, and Fall Advantage 2006). They should start applying for Fall 2008 late Jan/early Feb. As for advantages, having done both I would definitely do Fall over Spring (even though my next full CP will be Spring 2009 hopefully). I loved being down in FL for the holidays, and getting to work the holiday parties (mnsshp and mvmcp). It is such an awsome and festive time. Plus you get an awsome holiday discount.

Thank you guys so much for replying! I have some more questions now though...

Do you get to go home for Thanksgiving and Christmas?

Also, my dream is to be in Entertainment and I was wondering if this would affect my decision. I know either way it will be really hot. Is there a big difference in the weather for a character performer?

Thanks again!
Hope:cool1:

[Sehsun]

Thank you guys so much for replying! I have some more questions now though...

Do you get to go home for Thanksgiving and Christmas?

Also, my dream is to be in Entertainment and I was wondering if this would affect my decision. I know either way it will be really hot. Is there a big difference in the weather for a character performer?

Thanks again!
Hope:cool1:

Hi Hope,
I did not get to go home for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Even if you try to request those days off way in advance, scheduling may not give them to you because those holidays are already given off to full-timers and/or people with higher seniority.

If your dream is to be in Entertainment, working in Entertainment for Disney is a great way to start! :) Yes, it does get hot, but I think it is something your body should get used to.

[Joanna71985]

Oh... I just read something about banking in the Spring 08 facebook group and here are my questions.

1. My bank doesn't have any branches in Orlando, should I stick with my bank or open up an account in Vista Credit Union?

2. Do I apply for Vista Credit Union during the first day of move in and how long will take them to send me the atm or Credit card?

3. Which checking account do you guys prefer and is there any atm fee?

Once again, I thank you all for reading my questions!!!

Hey Ben.

1) I didn't have any local banks either. So I went with the VCU. I still have my account, as a matter of fact.

2) You will find out all about banking options Day 1 at the housing meeting. I think it is no more then a week (even less, I think).

3) I went with Savings (still do, actually). I don't think I could deal with the checking account.

[canadaboy25]

Hey. my name's Corey and I'm new to the boards. Im in the Spring 2008 CP doing Transportation.

Has anyone done Transportation before or known someone who has, and could shed some light on the role? Its been hard to find people who have done it so I dont really know what to expect.

Thanks.

[theatre817]

Hey everyone! I was wondering if anyone could comment on the most abundant gas station near Disney or around Orlando. I am bringing my car and am applying for a gas card and was just wondering if there were a ton of exxon/mobiles or valeros or such. Also, I'm in the professional internship program and will not be staying at Vista way, but at Northbridge so I'll be driving from the mall area. Thank you!

[Sehsun]

Hey everyone! I was wondering if anyone could comment on the most abundant gas station near Disney or around Orlando. I am bringing my car and am applying for a gas card and was just wondering if there were a ton of exxon/mobiles or valeros or such. Thank you!

There is a Hess not too far from Chatham which has very good prices. The nearest Wal-Mart always has the best prices. There is also a Hess on Disney property.

I don't know if I have seen an Exxon/Mobil around here, and I have not seen a Valeros.

[Haveamagicalday!]

Hi Hope,
I did not get to go home for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Even if you try to request those days off way in advance, scheduling may not give them to you because those holidays are already given off to full-timers and/or people with higher seniority.

If your dream is to be in Entertainment, working in Entertainment for Disney is a great way to start! :) Yes, it does get hot, but I think it is something your body should get used to.

Thanks for the information about the holidays! At first the idea of not being home for Christmas kind of scared me. I told my parents and they said not to worry about missing any holidays and told me I should follow my dreams! They said they would come down to WDW for Christmas!

I have only been to WDW during the summer season and once we went during February, so I would love to see it during the holidays!

How difficult is it to get accepted into the Entertainment division for CP? I am currently an acting major and I have a lot of experience in singing and dance also. Hopefully this will help?

thanks again!
Hope:cool1:

[zulemara]

yeah wait and get a chase hess card. I had one and it was great. The Hess station on property always has the best gas prices. The station by Vista Way is ALWAYS the highest - im talkin as much as 50 centers higher than Hess

[Joanna71985]

Thanks for the information about the holidays! At first the idea of not being home for Christmas kind of scared me. I told my parents and they said not to worry about missing any holidays and told me I should follow my dreams! They said they would come down to WDW for Christmas!

I have only been to WDW during the summer season and once we went during February, so I would love to see it during the holidays!

How difficult is it to get accepted into the Entertainment division for CP? I am currently an acting major and I have a lot of experience in singing and dance also. Hopefully this will help?

thanks again!
Hope:cool1:

It depends on what they are looking for. Certain heights are harder then others, because there are so many people. Of course, having dance experience (and being able to animate and be silly) can help.

[Haveamagicalday!]

It depends on what they are looking for. Certain heights are harder then others, because there are so many people. Of course, having dance experience (and being able to animate and be silly) can help.

I am 5'2". I have been told that is chipmunk height. Is that pretty common?

[Joanna71985]

I am 5'2". I have been told that is chipmunk height. Is that pretty common?

That's my height!:thumbsup2 Yes it is unfortunately. My next audition will be my 5th. Hopefully you will have better luck then me.

[Haveamagicalday!]

That's my height!:thumbsup2 Yes it is unfortunately. My next audition will be my 5th. Hopefully you will have better luck then me.

Oh wow! What are the auditions like? Are there a lot of people there?

So what was your job during your previous CP?

Thanks again!

[Joanna71985]

Oh wow! What are the auditions like? Are there a lot of people there?

So what was your job during your previous CP?

Thanks again!

Yeah, I know. The auditions have 2 parts to them- dance and animation. First is the animation part. This is basically like charades. They tell you something to act out (remember, the characters don't talk), like making a sandwich for example. Then comes the dance part. It starts out easy, and gets harder towards the end. As for people-wise, some auditions have more people then others. At the one I went to in Boston, there were about 50 people. However, the ones I went to in FL had a lot more. Probably around 65+. So it all depends. And my CP roles have been (in order) merchandise, character attendant (which I got when I didn't pass the audition) and custodial/character attendant (last summer).

[Katy0708]

What are the biggest competitions in height ranges for characters? I know the Pooh-munk height is really big, but what about the others?

[Joanna71985]

What are the biggest competitions in height ranges for characters? I know the Pooh-munk height is really big, but what about the others?

Pluto and Eeyore are also competitive too. The ones they really need are mice and Tigger/Goofy.

[Haveamagicalday!]

Yeah, I know. The auditions have 2 parts to them- dance and animation. First is the animation part. This is basically like charades. They tell you something to act out (remember, the characters don't talk), like making a sandwich for example. Then comes the dance part. It starts out easy, and gets harder towards the end. As for people-wise, some auditions have more people then others. At the one I went to in Boston, there were about 50 people. However, the ones I went to in FL had a lot more. Probably around 65+. So it all depends. And my CP roles have been (in order) merchandise, character attendant (which I got when I didn't pass the audition) and custodial/character attendant (last summer).

The auditions sound really fun! I will be auditioning in Oklahoma City if they have auditions there again, so Idk how many people will be there. That is so awesome that you have done the CP three times! I bet it's really fun to be a character attendant too!

[Joanna71985]

The auditions sound really fun! I will be auditioning in Oklahoma City if they have auditions there again, so Idk how many people will be there. That is so awesome that you have done the CP three times! I bet it's really fun to be a character attendant too!

Well, when you audition good luck! It is really fun. I enjoyed my last CP audition (the other 3 were to extend) because I knew the guy who was running it.

And yeah, I love doing the CP. I have decided that I want to work at Disney FT once I graduate (which hopefully will be next Dec). As for character attendant, if I couldn't be a performer attendant was the next best thing. I had soooo much fun. Also, I was in FL for the holidays (Fall Advantage) so I was there for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Awsome time to be in FL.

[darby01_2007]

Joanna, after we check in and move all our stuff into the apartments what happens after that and how long does it last??? I'm only talking about the first day there! I know Traditions is on the 2nd day.

[Joanna71985]

Joanna, after we check in and move all our stuff into the apartments what happens after that and how long does it last??? I'm only talking about the first day there! I know Traditions is on the 2nd day.

After you go to check-in, you are then set to move into your apartment. There is a housing meeting that you go to. There are a few meetings during the day (they vary base on what time you went to check-in). The first one usually starts early afternoon (12-1pm). After the housing meeting you are then free for the rest of the day. Traditions actually is on Day 3. Day 2 is when you find out your work location, and sign up for any classes.

[darby01_2007]

Thanks for clarifying that for me Joanna

[Leslie2010_Joshfan]

Hey guys! Your information has been very helpful! I'm thinking about doing the CP for fall 2008. When will we know when/where auditions will be for "entertainment" jobs in this program???
Also, how many hours per week do you really work? I know it says anywhere from 30-50 hours depending on time of year, but that's a pretty big gap!:confused3

[darby01_2007]

This might not be too helpful, but during the presentation people inquired about auditions and the Disney rep was able to give them dates and locations. Maybe you can contact the person at your college that is in charge of the CP and ask him/her.

[Leslie2010_Joshfan]

I actually just read online that they would have the dates posted later, so I"ll check back once it's closer to mid-January! Thanks though. I'm not sure if there is a person who is in charge of the program here at my college...I think we only get E-Presentations, but I"ll look into that.

[Sehsun]

Also, how many hours per week do you really work? I know it says anywhere from 30-50 hours depending on time of year, but that's a pretty big gap!:confused3

We are guaranteed to be scheduled at least 30 hours a week. I usually get 2 days off a week, except in busy weeks. The week of Thanksgiving I worked 39.90 hours. On the week of October 14th-20th, I worked 43.40 hours (I just chose a random week to show how the hours worked varies).

Next week I am scheduled every day except the 27th (but am trying to give away some shifts).

[darby01_2007]

How many hours a day is Traditions??? What time does it start and what tme does it end for the day?

[Haveamagicalday!]

Well, when you audition good luck! It is really fun. I enjoyed my last CP audition (the other 3 were to extend) because I knew the guy who was running it.

And yeah, I love doing the CP. I have decided that I want to work at Disney FT once I graduate (which hopefully will be next Dec). As for character attendant, if I couldn't be a performer attendant was the next best thing. I had soooo much fun. Also, I was in FL for the holidays (Fall Advantage) so I was there for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Awsome time to be in FL.

that is so awesome that you decided you want to work at Disney! For me, that has always been something i have truly been considering, and I think the college program would help me decide if it is the place for me or not. Do you feel the CP has given you lots of connections that will help with your Disney career?

[Sehsun]

How many hours a day is Traditions??? What time does it start and what tme does it end for the day?

I think it was about 3-4 hours. You can either be scheduled the morning one or the afternoon one. I was scheduled the afternoon one at 1:30 and was done by about 4:30-5:00.

I am not sure what time the morning one starts, but they were done by about noon.

The cool thing is, the day you have Traditions is your first day of work! After you are finished with Traditions, you can go to the parks for free! :cool1:

[canadaboy25]

How many hours a day is Traditions??? What time does it start and what tme does it end for the day?

Traditions is on the third or fourth day, and there are two sessions each day, one from 8-12, and one from 1-5...but of course, you only have to go to one session

I really want the morning class so I have a half a day to go to a theme park

[Joanna71985]

Thanks for clarifying that for me Joanna

You are welcome!:)

Hey guys! Your information has been very helpful! I'm thinking about doing the CP for fall 2008. When will we know when/where auditions will be for "entertainment" jobs in this program???
Also, how many hours per week do you really work? I know it says anywhere from 30-50 hours depending on time of year, but that's a pretty big gap!:confused3

Audition info will not be up for quite some time. They will start applying for Fall 2008 late Jan/early Feb. I don't believe that the audition dates/times will be up for a month after that. When I auditioned in March 2006 the dates were not up until late Feb/early March (it was March 30th for mine).

that is so awesome that you decided you want to work at Disney! For me, that has always been something i have truly been considering, and I think the college program would help me decide if it is the place for me or not. Do you feel the CP has given you lots of connections that will help with your Disney career?

Thanks! It definitely has. I have met a LOT of great people, many of whom I still correspond with.:)