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Important Resources & Things to Know

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, 2009. A notification will be sent to the student's U-Mail account regarding the billing statement. Please note fee payment deadlines on the bill.

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 2009 can refer to Alternatives to Summer Orientation on this website for valuable information on preparing for their first quarter at UCSB.