Important Resources and Things to Know...
Orientation is not mandatory, but it gives
students an important head-start in preparing for their college career. Approximately
96% of freshmen and 77% of transfers attend Orientation. Parents are not required
to attend, but by coming to Orientation they can learn more about UCSB and can gain
greater understanding of what students will be experiencing. More than half of incoming
freshmen bring at least one parent, and many transfers bring parents, spouses, or
partners.
The Educational Opportunity Program is a campus support service for first-generation
and/or low income students. If your student is a member of EOP, during Orientation
you will meet with staff from this program who will provide valuable information
on EOP services. Contact EOP at 805-893-4758 or
www.sa.ucsb.edu/eop.
There is not
time during Orientation to make fall housing arrangements. Please plan to arrive
in Santa Barbara early, stay longer, or use our Sunday Arrival Option if your student
still needs to secure fall housing. If you have questions about housing, contact
the Residence Halls Contract Office at 805-893-5513 or the
Community Housing Office
at 805-893-4371, or see their website at
www.housing.ucsb.edu.
Fall Quarter fees
are due on September 15, 2008. A notification will be sent to the student's U-Mail
account regarding the billing statement. Fee payment deadlines are on the bill and
in the Schedule of Classes.
Illegal use of alcohol and drugs is strictly prohibited
during Orientation and during the remainder of your academic career at UCSB. Students
found in violation of campus alcohol and other drug policies during Orientation
will be subject to campus disciplinary procedures.
Students who are unable to attend
Orientation in Summer 2008 can refer to
Alternatives to Summer Orientation on this
website for valuable information on preparing for the first quarter at UCSB.
Parents
who are unable to attend Summer Orientation are welcome to attend a Parent Orientation
on Monday, September 22 from 9:00-11:30am in the Student Resource Building Multipurpose
Room.