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Welcome and Congratulations! This is a very exciting time in your life as you begin your new journey of learning. Every year students tell us that a key factor to their success is getting involved on campus and making a difference in their community. We expect you to take advantage of this week to learn as much as possible about your new environment.

Fall Welcome Week has been planned for you to learn about academic resources, to become familiar with the campus, and to learn about the Santa Cruz community. Use this guide to learn about the many workshops & events taking place on campus.

Notice that some events are MANDATORY. Your academic and social transition to UC Santa Cruz is extremely important to us. We consider you a partner in your academic and social success here at UCSC. Therefore we expect you to actively participate in the many programs and services this first week and well beyond. So, start now and begin making connections!

UCSC Orientations Office

Welcome to UC Santa Cruz

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Welcome to Cowell College! There are a number of things you’ll need to accomplish during your first several days on campus. This Welcome Week Schedule is designed to help guide you.

Week Planner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Welcome Week Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6ID Card Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Residental Network Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Library Info & Tours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Student Services Office Hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8MANDATORY Cowell Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 16, 17, 18Orientation Teams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14Writing Placement Exam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Career Center Student Employment Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 21, 23, 26Department Orientations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Disability Resource Center Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Transfer Student Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Cowell Orientation Leaders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Cowell Coffee Shop Hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Important Phone Numbers & Websites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

And much more!

If you need more information, ask an Orientation Leader (OL), Resident Assistant (RA), or a member of the college staff. We’re excited to have you here in your new home!

Cowell College

Welcome to Cowell

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Not all campus orientation events are listed on this grid. MANDATORY Cowell programs are shaded in gray.

Plan Your Week

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Friday (9/21) Saturday (9/22)

2 Orientation Teams,(locations vary, see pg.13 for details)

4 - 5 Parent/Family Welcome,Cowell Page Smith Library

5 - 6 Family Reception,Cowell Courtyard

8 - 10House Social Programs,

in your building8:30 - 10 Cowell Night Live!,

Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall

10 Cookies & Conversation, Cowell Courtyard

Cowell New Student

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10 - 11 Fast Friends,Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall

11:30 - 12:30 Frosh Academic Orientation,

Stevenson Events Center

11 - 12 New Student Assembly, Stevenson Events Center

1 - 2:30 Transfer Student Academic Orientation,Cowell Page Smith Library

1 - 3 Analytical Writing Placement Exam (AWPE),(locations vary, see page 16)

4 Orientation Teams,(see pg.13 for details)

4 Orientation Teams,(see pg.13 for details)

6:30 - 7:45, Res Hall/Apartment House Meetings,

(See pg. 17 for locations)

8 - 9 Safe Slugs: Promoting Healthy Relationships,Stevenson Event Center

6:30 - 10:30Boardwalk Frolic

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

9:30 - 11 Cowell Core Course Meeting,

Stevenson Events Center

1:30 - 2:30 Smooth Cycling,Fireside Lounge

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Tuesday (9/25) Wednesday (9/26)

12 - 2 Cowell Resource Fair,Cowell Fountain

1 - 3 Disability Resource Center, Orientation

Cervantes & Velasquez Conf.Room 1:30 - 3 Make-Up Academic, Advising Orientation(See pg. 28 for locations)

3:30 - 6:30OPERS Fall Festival,

East Field

Dining Halls close at 1 pm today

5 - 6 Forest Fun Run,Cowell Fountain

8:30 - 9:15 Scavenger Hunt,Founders’ Glen

8 - 11 Game Night,Fireside Lounge and

Apartment Community Room

4 - 5:30 Creative Dining,Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall

2 - 3:30 Exploration Hike,Cowell Fountain

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Important Resources Welcome Week and Beyond

ID Card Services: Open To ALL Students9/19 - 9/28 8 am - 5 pmID Card Services Office (Quarry Plaza, near Bay Tree Bookstore)Photos for student IDs; government issued ID required along with Student ID number. Card received at the time of service. Also, open to all replacements, exchanges, and make-ups. If you took your ID picture at Summer Orientation you may pick up your ID at the Cowell Residential Life Office, under the dining hall.

Residential Network (ResNet) 9/20 Noon - 5 pm Stevenson Silverman Conf. Rm. 9/21 - 9/23 Noon - 5 pm Cowell Conf. Rm 1329/24 - 9/28 10 am - 6 pm Sevenson Casa 11, Room 1259/29 - 9/30 Noon - 5 pm Stevenson Casa 11, Room 125ResNet provides fast network connections. Staff will be available to assist you during Welcome Week. Phone support also available from 10 am to 5 pm at (831) 459-4638.

Library Hours & ID Card ActivationMcHenry Library & Science & Engineering Library visit: http://library.ucsc.edu/hours 9/19 - 9/26 (Intersession hours): Mon - Friday 9 am - 5 pm Sat & Sun - Closed9/27 (Once the quarter begins): Mon - Thurs 8 am - Midnight Fri 8 am - 8 pm Sat 11 am - 7 pm Sun 10 am - Midnight To activate your library account bring your UCSC Student ID to the main desk.

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Library Tours 9/21, 9/24 - 9/25: McHenry Library: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm Science & Engineering Library: 1 pm9/26 McHenry Library: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm9/27 - 9/28 McHenry Library: 1 pm

Tour the newly renovated McHenry Library. Attractions include the Global Village Café, the Information Commons, group study rooms, and more. Or get a tour of the Science & Engineering Library. You will learn about the library’s services and collections, such as borrowing course textbooks, online research databases, the Media Center and the video game room. Tours run approximately 30 minutes.

Drop-In Shot Clinic9/24 - 9/26 9 - 11 am & 2 - 4 pm Student Health Center Students may receive immunization shots for the following: Hepatitis B ($121 each-series of 3 required), meningitis ($146) , MMR ($87), tetanus/pertussis (Tdap) ($77), HPV (Gardasil) ($150 each-series of 3 required), and Varicella (Chicken Pox) ($128). All are 100% covered by the UC health insurance plan. Proof of Hepatitis B vaccination for students younger than 19 years of age on 9/22/12 is the only vaccination required for enrollment. All others are highly recommended by the CDC and the American College Health Association. To take full advantage of this clinic, please have immunization records with you.

Commercial Services Orientation Fair & Poster Sale9/21 - 9/24 9 am - 4 pm Quarry PlazaSelect posters to decorate your room, talk to local bank representatives and wireless providers, register to vote, buy your Boardwalk Frolic ticket, get special computer deals, and more.

Fall Welcome Week Information Table9/21 - 9/25 9 am - 5 pm Quarry PlazaStudents from the Campus Orientations Office are available to answer questions about the Welcome Week schedule and the campus.

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Student Services Office Hours Admissions Office, 150 Hahn Student ServicesRegular Hours: Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat - Sun: Closed Open for information regarding conditions of admission, transfer credit, and readmission.

Financial Aid and Scholarship Office, 205 Hahn Student Services*Special Hours for Sat. 9/22: Noon - 4 pmRegular Hours: Mon - Fri 10 am - 4 pm Sat - Sun: Closed Advisers are available on a drop-in basis to assist students and their families with questions regarding financial aid awards, loan requirements, and more.

Office of the Registrar, 190 Hahn Student Services Regular Hours: Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat - Sun: Closed Open for general questions about registration, course enrollment, residency, and enrollment verification.

Student Housing Services, 104 Hahn Student Services*Special Hours for Sat. 9/22: Noon - 4 pmRegular Hours: Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat - Sun: ClosedAdvisers are available on a drop-in basis to assist students with any questions regarding housing contract policies and procedures, housing and dining charges, payment plan options, meal plans, and more.

Student Business Services, 203 Hahn Student ServicesRegular Hours: Mon - Fri 9 am - noon, 1 - 4 pm Sat - Sun: Closed Open for assistance with e-billing and e-check information, entrance interviews for Financial Aid, Direct Deposit refund sign-up and Deferred Payment Plans for registration fees.

Cowell & Stevenson Residential Life & Housing Office *Special Hours: Sat & Sun 9/21 - 9/22 9am - 4 pmRegular Hours: Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat - Sun: Closed

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Wednesday, September 19New Student Move-in Day for New Transfer Students: Transfer Community at Porter, Redwood Grove, The Village, University Town Center etc.

Thursday, September 20New Student Move-In Day for Stevenson

Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Hours7 - 8:30 am, 11:30 - 1:30 pm, 5 - 7 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall

Friday, September 21New Student Move-In Day for: Cowell, Crown, Kresge, and Oakes

See pages 6-8 for info on ID Card Services, Residential Network (Res Net), Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, Student Housing Services, Student Business Services, Library Cards, Library Tours and Fall Welcome Week Info Table

Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open7 am - 8 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallOpen for students on a meal plan and guests. Bring your student ID or temporary card to enter. Guests who want to join you can pay cash at the door or use one of your guest meals. Full campus dining hall schedule: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/dining-halls

Cowell College Office Open8 am - 5 pm Cowell Admin BuildingOpen Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm! Peer advisors will be available to answer general advising questions. Students who require advising appointments will be able to schedule appointments for the following week.

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Cowell New Student Move In9 am - 4 pm Cowell ResidencesMove in at assigned time and meet your residential staff. The staff will help you settle in and get acquainted with your neighbors.

Maintenance Table9 am - 4 pm Cowell FountainMaintenance staff will be available to answer questions about your room or building. Learn how to use the Fix It online system or report problems you find in your room or building.

Mailroom Hours & Key Check Out 10 am - 5 pm Mail Room, bottom floor Apartment 1Continuing students and frosh living off campus will be able to pick up a key. Frosh living at Cowell will be given a key upon arrival for Move In. Repeats Sunday 9/22.

Parent & Family Welcome Session4 - 5 pm Cowell Page Smith LibraryThe Provost, staff members and students will describe life at Cowell College and answer questions. All are welcome, however information is geared towards parents and families who did not attend the College presentation at Summer Orientation. Students need not attend.

Cowell Family Reception5 - 6 pm Cowell Courtyard Mingle with other families, students, and University staff and administrators. Refreshments provided.

House Programs8 - 10 pm In Your BuildingYour RAs have planned social events for you in your building. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for what’s in store. These programs are optional.

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Saturday, September 22New Student Move-In Day for College Eight, College Nine, College Ten, Merrill, and Porter

See pages 6-8 for info on ID Card Services, Residential Network (Res Net), Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, Student Housing Services, Student Business Services, Library Cards, Library Tours and Fall Welcome Week Info Table

Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open8 am - 7 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallBring your student ID or temporary ID card to enter. Full campus dining hall schedule: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/dining-halls

Residential Life & Housing Office Open9 am - 4 pm Cowell/Stevenson Res. Life Office (under Dining Hall)Locked out? We can help. Our friendly staff can answer housing questions and help you get settled in.

Cowell Info Table & Tours10 am - 1 pm Cowell FountainGeneral questions and info, directions, maps, or just come to chat. Staffed by a friendly Orientation Leader. Come find out where your classes are, how to use the bus and learn about resources at Cowell. (Repeats Monday & Tuesday)

Mailroom Hours & Key Check Out 10 am - 5 pm Mail Room, bottom floor Apartment. 1Continuing students and frosh living off campus can pick up a key. Test your key, pick up packages, etc. Regular hours posted here: http://cowell.ucsc.edu/residential-life/mailroom/index.html

Are we on Campus or in a Forest? An Introduction to the Campus Natural Reserve Lands 11 am - 12 pm Interdisciplinary Sciences Building, Room 221

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The UCSC Campus is unique within the University of California in that over 400 acres of the campus have been set aside as a Natural Reserve. These lands are home to 1000’s of plants and animals including bobcat, deer, and the pacific giant salamander. This event will discuss the animals and plants found on the Campus Natural Reserve, highlight ways you can get involved in research and educational activities at our Natural Reserves and the Natural History Museum, learn about appropriate use of the reserve, and see some of the animals and plants that occur on campus. For more information contact the Campus Reserve Steward at (831) 459-4867 or asjones@ucsc.edu. Program repeats on 9/26.

Orientation Teams 1st Meetup!2 pm Locations Vary See your assignment card or page 13 or full detailsMeet others, explore, get oriented, and find answers to your questions. Student leaders will guide the way and help you get situated in your new community. Check your assignment card you received with your room keys & ID. Lose your card? Come get a new one in the Cowell Programs Office, Room 133. Don’t miss this first meeting where you’ll get your team gear!

Cowell Night Live!; MANDATORY for all New Cowell Residents8:30 - 10 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallResidential staff and Orientation Leaders will entertain you with a program that will preview college life from a not-ready-for-prime-time perspective. Expect to laugh and get a few tips to help you cope with becoming an official Banana Slug. You’ll also get to meet some of the college staff. Attendance is mandatory for all Cowell residents. All new Cowell students are welcome, even those who live off campus or elsewhere. Afterwards, enjoy cookies and beverages in the Cowell Courtyard.

Cookies & Conversation10 - 11 pm Cowell CourtyardJoin your new community for cookies, hot beverages and a chance to make some new friends. All Cowell students are welcome.

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Orientation TeamsLet us give you the tools to succeed at Cowell and UCSC!

Meet others, explore, get oriented, and find answers to your questions. Student leaders will guide the way and help you get situated in your new community.

Check your assignment card you received with your room keys & ID. Lose your card? Come get a new one in the Programs Office, Room 133.

Don’t miss the first session on Saturday to get your team gear!

1st Meetup: Saturday, 9/22; 2 pmLocations as follows:

Awesome Otters:Founders’ Glen Lawn

Boss Barracudas: Cowell Courtyard

Cruzin’ Crabs:Fireside Lounge

Groovy Gray Whales:Apartment Community

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Jammin’ Jellyfish: Apartment Quad

Poppin’ Pelicans:Lower Quad Lawn

Shining Sea Stars: Upper Quad Lawn

Silly Sea Lions:Cowell Fountain

Swag Salmon:Conference Room 132

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2nd Meetup: Sun, 9/23; 4 pmTours, Bus Schedules, Class Locations, Info

Locations: Same as Saturday

3rd Meetup: Mon, 9/24; 4 pmMore Games, Activities, Tours & Info

Locations: Same as Sat. & Sun.

Team Scavenger Hunt Competiton! Wed, 9/26; 8:30 pm

Location: Founders’ Glen Lawn

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Sunday, September 23See pages 6-8 for info on ID Card Services, Residential Network (Res Net), Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, Student Housing Services, Student Business Services, Library Cards, Library Tours and Fall Welcome Week Info Table

Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open8 am - 8 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallBring your student ID or temporary ID card to enter. Full campus dining hall schedule: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/dining-halls

Residential Life & Housing Office Open9 am - 4 pm Cowell/Stevenson Res. Life Office (under Dining Hall)Locked out? We can help. Our friendly staff can answer housing questions and help you get settled in.

Maintenance Table 9 am - 4 pm Cowell FountainMaintenance staff will be available to answer questions about your room or building.

Cowell Continuing Student Move In10 am - 3 pm Cowell ResidencesBe aware that continuing students will be moving in to Cowell buildings today.

Mailroom Hours & Key Check Out 12 - 2 pm Mail Room, bottom floor Apartment. 1Continuing students and frosh living off campus can pick up a key. Test your key, pick up packages, etc. Regular hours posted here: http://cowell.ucsc.edu/residential-life/mailroom/index.html

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Frosh Academic Orientation; MANDATORY for First Year Cowell Frosh Students 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Stevenson Events CenterAdvisers will cover general education and graduation requirements, academic progress standards, the UCSC grading system and discuss other academic-related questions. Bring this Welcome Week Schedule, your personal calendar, and a pen. NOTE: If you miss this required session you will need to attend the make-up college advising orientation: Wednesday, September 26, 1:30-3 pm. See page 24 for details.

Walk with an OL to the Writing Exam12:30 pm From the Stevenson Events CenterWorried about getting lost? Come with us! We’ll leave promptly at 12:40 for the 1 pm exam at Classroom Unit 2 and the Media Theater.

Analytical Writing Placement Exam 1 - 3 pm Locations as follows:Students without an exam receipt or fee waiver: Media Theater (M110)Students who have requested DRC accommodations: Oakes 101/102/103All other Cowell students: Classroom Unit 2This make-up exam is available to incoming frosh who did not take the systemwide exam in May 2012. A passing score (8 or above out of a possible 12) on the AWPE may be used to satisfy the Entry Level Writing Requirement (ELWR) and a score of 10 will satisfy the C1 requirement. See “Make-Up AWPE for New Students” in the Announcements section of the Writing Program web site http://writing.ucsc.edu.

Orientation Team Meetup4 pm Locations Vary See your assignment card or page 13 for full detailsMeet with your Orientation Team for a day of different activities. OLs will decode the bus schedule, give you tours, show you where your classes are, answer questions and help you with tips to succeeding in college.

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Go Early to Dinner!5 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallBe sure to get in line for dinner early in order to get to your mandatory house meetings at 6:30 pm.

Res Hall & Apartment Meetings; MANDATORY for all Cowell Residents, (New and Returning Students)6:30 - 7:45 pm See locations belowMeet all your new housemates including continuing students at the following locations:

Turner House Cowell Fountain Parrington House Cowell Courtyard Beard House Page Smith LibraryMorison House Lower Quad LawnPrescott House Upper Quad LawnParkman House Fireside LoungeAdams House Residential Life Office PatioApartments 1 & 4 Apartment Community RoomApartment 2 Founders’ Glen LawnApartment 3 Apartment Quad

Safe Slugs: Promoting Healthy Relationships in College; MANDATORY for ALL new students8 - 9 pm Stevenson Events CenterThis program will cover topics including sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking; how to prevent it, intervene, and help someone who has been assaulted.

Fast Friends10 - 11 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallIt’s not speed dating...it’s speed FRIEND-ing: the fastest way to meet other Cowell students from all around the college. Show up ready to have fun...you might just meet your new best friend! Please bring ID.

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Monday, September 24Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open7 am - 8 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallBring your student ID or temporary ID card to enter. Full campus dining hall schedule: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/dining-halls

Cowell College Office Open8 am - 5 pm Cowell Admin BuildingOpen Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm! Peer advisors are available to answer general advising questions or schedule advising appointments.

Career Center Student Employment Orientation and Q & A9 - 10 am Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room (Bay Tree Building)This orientation introduces students to employment requirements and opportunities available for students with or without work-study financial aid awards (employers will not be present.) An on-line version is available on the Career Center home page: careers.ucsc.edu. Repeats 9/26, 9/27 & 9/28

Core Course Meeting; MANDATORY for all 1st & 2nd-year students taking the Cowell Core Course9:30 - 11 am Stevenson Events CenterHere you will receive an overview of the Core Course, meet instructors, and get your first assignments.

New Student Assembly; MANDATORY for all new Cowell Students11 am - noon Stevenson Events CenterMeet the College Staff and find out who we are, what we can do for you and what you need to do this week. Bring this Welcome Week Schedule, your personal calendar, and a pen.

Transfer Student Academic Orientation; MANDATORY for all new Cowell Transfer Students1 - 2:30 pm Page Smith Library (Cowell Library)Advisers will review general education and graduation requirements and discuss

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declaring a major, academic progress standards, the UCSC grading system and much more. There will also be a brief presentation and Q&A session with the Cowell Provost Faye Crosby. NOTE: If you miss this required session you will need to attend the make-up college advising orientation for transfer students: Wednesday, September 26, 1:30-3 pm. See page 24 for details.

Cowell Info Table & Tours1 - 3 pm Cowell FountainGeneral questions and info, directions, maps, or just come to chat. Staffed by a friendly Orientation Leader. Come find out where your classes are, how to use the bus and learn about resources at Cowell. (Repeats Tuesday)

Smooth Cycling1:30 - 2:30 pm Cowell Fireside Lounge

Learn to confidently bike our roads and trails, hear what the best routes are, and get tips on theft prevention and more. Bring your bike for free licensing. Get a free blinky light too!

New International Student MANDATORY Visa Check-in Meetings; open to ALL international Students2 - 4 pm Classroom Unit 1For all new F-1 and J-1 international students, attend only one. Information will be presented to help you stay legally in the U.S. This includes information about SEVIS registrations, immigration regulations, enrollment requirements, and other related matters. International Student Advisers will also complete a final review of your visa documents, so that your SEVIS record will be activated in the government database. (Also available: Tuesday, 9/25 and Wednesday, 9/26.)

Orientation Teams Meetup4 pm Locations Vary See page 13 or your assignment card for full detailsMeet with your Orientation Team for another day of different activities. OLs will answer questions and help you with tips to succeeding in college.

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Student Union Assembly Open House3:30 - 5:30 pm Student Union, Quarry Plaza Were you involved in Leadership at your high school? Do you enjoy meeting new people? Want to learn about the issues facing students today? Want to be a part of a historic non-partisan voter registration effort? Are you ready to learn how to organize and advocate real progressive change? Well just like high school, UCSC has a leadership organization called the Student Union Assembly. We’re the official voice of all undergraduate students. Come meet the elected student body officers and find out how you can get involved in campus, local, statewide, and national politics. Your officers hire other students for credit and paid internships. Start your college experience off in the world of student power. Food will be provided!

Transportation to and from the Boardwalk Frolic5 - 10:30 pmFree transportation with your student ID or temporary bus pass. At bus stops, look for UCSC shuttles with special signs to go directly to the Boardwalk. Rides open at 6: 30 but go early to avoid bus lines and enjoy the beach or wharf! Buses drop off and pick up on Cliff St. in front of the arcade. Be sure to get a bus back from here, don’t walk to the downtown bus station. Buses run until everyone has a ride back to campus!

Boardwalk Frolic6:30 - 10 pm Santa Cruz Beach BoardwalkRides, dancing, and exclusive use of Neptune’s Kingdom Arcade. With ticket, you get free parking, and special bus transportation with UCSC ID. Free tickets for laser tag, bowling, miniature golf, one return ride ticket and $3 in

Boardwalk Bucks for food! Tickets are $20 and are available at the Bay Tree Bookstore. Rides open 6:30-9:30: Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, Pirate’s Ship, Merry-Go-Round, Rock & Roll, Sea Swings, Haunted Castle, Sky Glider, Riptide, Cliff Hanger. Rides open 6:30-10: Double Shot, Bumper Cars. Wristband distribution begins at 6:15 pm. More info contact: (831) 459-4544.

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Tuesday, September 25Many departments/majors hold Department Orientation on this day. Please refer to the Department Orientations section of the on-line Fall 2012 Schedule of Classes for further information: http://reg.ucsc.edu/soc.htm

Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open7 am - 1 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallAll dining halls close at 1 pm today to prepare for the OPERS Fall Festival.

Cowell College Office Open8 am - 5 pm Cowell Admin BuildingOpen Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm! Peer advisors are available to answer general advising questions or schedule advising appointments.

Career Center Student Employment Orientation and Q & A9 - 10 am Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room (Bay Tree Building)Repeats 9/27. See full details on page 18.

Cowell Info Table & Tours10 am - 1 pm Cowell FountainGeneral questions and info, directions, maps, or just come to chat. Staffed by a friendly Orientation Leader. Come find out where your classes are, how to use the bus and learn about resources at Cowell.

Disability Resource Center Orientation; MANDATORY for students with disabilities1 - 3 pm Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room (Bay Tree Building)Don’t miss this required orientation to learn the process for requesting and utilizing accommodations and services available to students with disabilities. Call 831-459-2089 for more information.

Dining Halls Close!1 pmAll dining halls close to prepare for the OPERS Fall Festival and BBQ.

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New International Student Mandatory Visa Check; in Meetings-open to ALL international Students2 - 4 pm Classroom Unit 1A repeat of Monday’s session. Repeats 9/26.

OPERS Fall Festival3:30 - 6:30 pm East FieldThe Fall Festival is a great opportunity to see how you can be active and involved in student life at UCSC. Come visit the tables and talk to representatives from student groups and organizations, recreation and sports clubs, fraternities and sororities, health and wellness classes and services, academic resource offices, environmental groups, student media, ethnic resource centers, and more! UCSC Dining Services provides BBQ dinner on the field (all dining halls will be closed); live music, student performances, a portable rock-climbing wall, and the best view of the Monterey Bay! This is a ZERO WASTE event. All plates, utensils and food are composted. You are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle and visit our water stations for refills (water bottles available for purchase at cost courtesy of the Recreation Dept.)

Yom Kippur Services - Santa Cruz Hillel6:30 pm Stevenson Fireside LoungePlease join Santa Cruz Hillel for Kol Nidrei led by Rabbi Jane Litman and Liz Baseman! http://www.santacruzhillel.org

Understanding U.S. Culture; open to ALL International Students6:30 - 7:30 pm College 9 and College 10 Apartments Community RoomThis session is optional, but strongly recommended for all international students.

Cowell Game Night8 - 11 pm Cowell Fireside Lounge & Apartment Community RoomLove video games, cards or board games? Come mingle with other students and play Wii, xbox 360 in the Apartment Community Room and board games in the Fireside Lounge. Bring your favorite game if you have it!

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Wednesday, September 26Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open7 am - 8 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallFull campus dining hall schedule: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/dining-halls

Cowell College Office Open8 am - 5 pm Cowell Admin BuildingOpen Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm! Peer advisors are available to answer general advising questions or schedule advising appointments.

Career Center Student Employment Orientation and Q & A 9 - 10 am Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room (Bay Tree Building)A repeat of sessions on previous days.

Yom Kippur Services and Break-Fast10 am - 7:30 pm Stevenson Fireside LoungeJoin Santa Cruz Hillel for morning services and Neilah (starting at 5:45 pm) led by Rabbi Jane Litman and Liz Baseman. Break-fast will be provided after services conclude. http://www.santacruzhillel.org

Are we on Campus or in a Forest? An Introduction to the Campus Natural Reserve Lands 11 am - 12 pm Natural Science II, Room 229 This is a repeat of Saturday’s session. See pages 11-12 for full details.

Cowell Resource Fair12 - 2 pm Cowell FountainStop by on your way back from lunch for info on fun stuff at Cowell. Learn all about the Cowell student government (Cowell Senate), Senate’s DVD Loan Library, Chess Club, Cowell’s Company of Friends, volunteer opportunities, Acquire A Cappella, academic advising, art display opportunities, and more. Or just come chill at the fountain and meet new people.

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College Academic/Advising Orientation (Make-Up)1:30 - 3 pm Frosh: Merrill Rm. 102; Transfer Students: Kresge Rm.321 A non-college-specific orientation for students who were not able to attend their college’s academic/advising orientation.

New International Student Mandatory Visa Check-in Meetings; open to ALL international Students2 - 4 pm Classroom Unit 1A repeat of Monday’s session. See page 19 for more details.

Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) New Frosh and Transfer Student Welcome Orientation:2 - 3:30 pm Music Center Recital HallRequired for new EOP students: An opportunity to learn more about the academic and personal support programs available through EOP. A make up session will be offered on Friday, 9/28 at 6pm for students who cannot attend the required sessions on 9/26. Advance registration for the make-up session is required by emailing eop@ucsc.edu with your name, student ID, college and phone number.

Exploration Hike2 - 3:30 pm Meet at Cowell FountainDiscover the beautiful mountains, trails, and forest at UCSC with this exploration hike! Be sure to wear good hiking shoes and bring water for the journey! Come early, space is limited.

Laws in the U.S. & Safety Awareness on Campus and in the Community; open to ALL International Students4 - 5:30 pm Classroom Unit 1This session is optional, but strongly recommended.

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Creative Dining4 - 5:30 pm Inside Cowell Dining Hall (look for table/banner)Expand your culinary horizons in the dining hall! Your OLs will teach you some cool and EASY recipes that YOU can make in the Dining Halls, such as tostadas, iced mochas, and other creative options.

Study Abroad 101 3:30 - 4:30 pm Classroom Unit 2 Interested in studying abroad? Learn about different international education opportunities available to UC students, and receive specific advice from Programs Abroad Peer Advisors and more!

Forest Fun Run5 - 6 pm Meet at the FountainExplore some of the beautiful forests around campus while getting good exercise on this light jog through some of the area’s best trails and nature spots. Space is limited, arrive early. Bring good running shoes and water, and see you there!

New Student BBQ; open to ALL International Students6:30 - 8:30 pm International Living Center QuadThis session is optional for all international students.

Cowell Scavenger Hunt! - Orientation Teams Competition8:30 - 9:15 pm Founders’ Glen LawnMeet up with all of the Orientation Teams for a competition, a Cowell scavenger hunt. Prizes of course for the winners. Wear your team gear to show your team unity.

Get some sleep, classes start tomorrow!

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Thursday, September 27*** CLASSES BEGIN***

Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open7 am - 8 pmRegular dining hall hours begin today across campus. Check the schedule for full details: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/dining-halls.

Career Center Student Employment Orientation and Q & A1 - 2 pm Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room (Bay Tree Building)A repeat of sessions on previous days.

Cowell Senate, 1st Meeting8 pm Cowell Conf. Rm. 132Interested in student government? Cowell Senate is the place for you! Join us at the first meeting of the year, or any other Thursday night. All are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. Contact us at csenate@lists.ucsc.edu or learn more by visiting our webpage at http://cowell.ucsc.edu/senate

Cowell Open Mic Night9 pm Fireside LoungeGot Talent? Can you sing, dance, act, recite poetry, juggle, tell stories or play music? Its time to express yourself and show your talent by performing at Open Mic Night. Sign ups start at 8:45pm. Note that space may be limited.

Friday, September 28Career Center Student Employment Orientation and Q & A 1 - 2 pm Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room (Bay Tree Building)A repeat of sessions on previous days.

Guided Nature Walk4 - 5 pm Meet at Cowell Fountain

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A fun, casual hike where you’ll learn about nearby plants, geology, and the UCSC Natural Reserve -- a campus spot you can explore again with friends. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water (about one hour.) Space is limited, please arrive early to check-in, and bring ID!

Resource Center’s Happy Hour4 - 6 pm Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room (Bay Tree Building)You are invited to an informal‚ “end of the first week,” Happy Hour. This is an excellent time to connect with the Resource Center staff and find out more about New Student Welcome’s and events throughout the quarter. Refreshments will be provided, open to all. Sponsored by: African American Resource and Cultural Center, American Indian Resource Center, Asian American/Pacific Islander Resource Center, the Cantú Queer Resource Center, El Centro: Chicano Latino Resource Center, and the Women’s Center. Call (831) 459-2427 for more info.

VETS Welcome Aboard Meet and Greet 5 - 6:30 pm 216 ARCenterThis gathering is for current and incoming students who are military veterans to have an opportunity to meet each other, as well as campus resource people, find out about our programs and services for veterans, and enjoy a pizza dinner. Call STARS at (831) 459-1520 for more information and to RSVP.

Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) New Frosh and Transfer Student Welcome Orientation - Make-up Session 6 pm Register for LocationOnly for students that did not attend the sessions on 9/26. Advance registration for the make-up session is required by emailing eop@ucsc.edu with your name, student ID, college and phone number. An opportunity to learn more about the academic and personal support programs available through EOP.

Movie on Parrington - Harry Potter8:30 pm Lower Quad LawnGrab a blanket and a pillow for this fall outdoor movie under the stars: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Plus snacks, and it’s all free!

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Saturday, September 29SAFE Slugs: Promoting Healthy Relationships in College - Makeup Session10 am Classroom Unit 2 Attend this event if you missed the one on Sunday 9/23. Program will cover topics including sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking; how to prevent it, intervene, and help someone who has been assaulted. Attendance at this presentation is MANDATORY for all incoming students.

Crafters Corner12 - 2 pm Cowell FountainCome enjoy the great outdoor spaces at Cowell while making dream catchers, friendship bracelets, string globes, buttons and DIY T-shirt cutting. Bring a shirt to cut if you like, all other supplies provided.

Shake it at the Shores! Cowell & Stevenson Welcome Dance9 pm - midnight Stevenson Events CenterCome get your groove on with Cowell and Stevenson at this welcome dance. Be sure to bring your ID to get in the front door as this event is exclusively for Cowell and Stevenson students. Featuring DJ Sal and G-Swag. This is a sober event. Beach wear encouraged!

Sunday, September 30Beach Day11 am Meet at Cowell FountainThe Orientation Leaders will lead you to some of the best spots at the beach. Bring a friend from your building or Orientation Team. Come prepared with water and sun protection. You’ll be taking the metro bus and will be gone for a couple of hours, duration to be determined by your group. Bring you student ID.

Eve of Sukkot - Santa Cruz Hillel4 pm Cowell Courtyard near FountainCome help set up and decorate a sukkah, snacks provided.

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Tuesday, October 2UCSC Recreation Registration Begins 9 am online at www.ucscrecreation.com Sign up for adventure outings, rock climbing, classes and workshops, surfing, kayaking, holistic health, wilderness skills, wilderness medicine and experiential leadership classes. Pick up a copy of the Fall 2012 Recreation, Intramural and Sports Guide (available at the Fall Festival, Colleges and various campus locations) or visit our website at www.ucscrecreation.com and check out the digital edition of the guide.

Wednesday, October 3Ethnic Resource Centers Open House11 am - 4 pm 339 Bay Tree Building (Third Floor)Stop by at any point during the Open House to learn more about the Ethnic Resource Centers including the African American Resource and Cultural Center, American Indian Resource Center, Asian American/Pacific Islander Resource Center, and El Centro: Chicano Latino Resource Center. Call (831) 459-2427 for more information.

Thursday, October 4WEL-COME OUT! Queer Undergrad Fall Mixer7 - 11 pm Cantú Queer CenterAll GLBTIQ and allied undergrads are welcome to our WEL-COME OUT fabulous queer party. Come see what a big, beautiful, diverse community we have at UCSC. Food, music, dancing, fun! Info: queer@ucsc.edu

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Friday, October 5African American Resource & Cultural Center’s Welcome Black BBQ4 - 6 pm Stevenson College (Quad area / Stevenson Event Center)This welcome black event promotes the rich heritage of all students across the African diaspora which celebrates the African American, African and Caribbean populations. All allies are encouraged to participate. This event highlights bringing new students, returning students, alumni, community members, faculty, and staff from a wide-array of backgrounds together to fellowship and participate in a campus event that celebrates the rich diversity of UC Santa Cruz! Come on out and use this event as an opportunity to network with other students, faculty and staff members as well as, receive information about the various resources and student organizations on campus! Come one, come all--good food, good music, good folks & good fun!

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dances • movies • workshops • contests • more!

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Transfer Student InfoSTARS: Services for Transfer and Re-entry Students

STARS Workshops Thursday 9/208 am - 5 pm Media TheaterA series of lectures, workshops, student panels, and community-building activities to ensure transfer and re-entry students a successful transition to UC Santa Cruz. For more information contact STARS at (831) 459-2552.

STARS Workshops Friday 9/218:30 am - 2:30 pm Media TheaterA series of lectures, workshops, student panels, and community-building activities to ensure transfer and re-entry students a successful transition to UC Santa Cruz. For more information contact STARS at (831) 459-2552.

STARS: Drop-In Advising Monday 9/249 am - 5 pm STARS at the ARCenter, Room 216A and STARS at KresgeAdvisers are available on a drop-in basis to meet with you, answer questions you have regarding completing the transfer process and/or planning your academic program, and make referrals. For more information, contact STARS at (831) 459-2552 or (831) 459-5886.

STARS: Drop-In Advising Tuesday 9/259 am - 5 pm STARS at the ARCenter, Room 216A and STARS at Kresge

STARS: Drop-In Advising Wednesday 9/269 am - 5 pm STARS at the ARCenter, Room 216A and STARS at Kresge

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Your Orientation Leaders!Orientation Leaders (OLs) are here to help! We’re a team of volunteer Cowell students who prepare for Move-In and lead many Welcome Week events -- including the Orientation Teams that each new student is a part of. We’re here for all new Cowell students, whether or not you live at Cowell.

Check out this website to learn more about each of us, and make sure to come say hi in person!

http://cowell.ucsc.edu/activities/OLs

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'Cowell Coffee Shop

Need a quick snack or coffee? The closest coffee house is right here at Cowell,

up the hallway from the Dining Hall.

Friday 9/21, 11 am - 3:30 pm

Sat. and Sun. closedMonday 9/24, 9 am - 2 pm

Tuesday 9/25, 9 am - 2 pm, 7 pm -11:30 pm

Wednesday 9/26, 9 am - 2 pm, 7 pm -11:30 pm

Thursday 9/27, 7:45 am - 11:30 pm

Friday 9/28, 7:45 am - 4 pm

Regular hours begin Monday 10/1

Scan these QR (Quick Response) barcodes with your smartphone to access campus maps and the Cowell website where you will find resources links and important policies. If you don’t have QR scanner software, you can download many free versions from the internet.

Campus Maps, Directory and more

Cowell CollegeWebsite

Welcome Week Resources

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Cowell CollegeWebsite

Welcome Week Resources

Important Phone NumbersOffice Site/Location Phone Number

Admissions Office 150 Hahn (831) 459-2131

Cashier’s Office 102 Hahn (831) 459-2278

Financial Aid Office 205 Hahn (831) 459-2963

Central Housing Office 104 Hahn (831) 459-2394

Registrar’s Office 190 Hahn (831) 459-4412

Student Business Services 203 Hahn (831) 459-2107

Cowell College Office (Advising) Cowell 118 (831) 459-2253

Cowell Housing Office Res Life Office (831) 459-2173

Cowell Programs Office Room 133 (831) 459-2255

Helpful Websites

Cowell: http://cowell.ucsc.eduWelcome Week Resources: http://housing.ucsc.edu/welcome-weekCampus Maps: http://ucsc.ezaxess.com (or) http://maps.ucsc.eduBay Tree Bookstore: http://slugstore.ucsc.eduUndergraduate Handbook: http://reg.ucsc.edu/navigator

UCSC Walking Map: http://maps.ucsc.edu/content/7400/map_detailVisitor Parking: http://taps.ucsc.edu/visitorparking.htmlSanta Cruz Visitor Info: http://www.santacruzca.org

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