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UCSC
COWELL COLLEGE
September 21-30
Welcome Week Guide 2012
DIVE IN!
Welcome to UC Santa Cruz
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!
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UCSC Orientations Office
Welcome to Cowell
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Welcome Week Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ID Card Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Residental Network Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Library Info & Tours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Student Services Office Hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
MANDATORY Cowell Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 16, 17, 18
Orientation Teams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
Writing Placement Exam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Career Center Student Employment Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 21, 23, 26
Department Orientations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Disability Resource Center Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Transfer Student Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cowell Orientation Leaders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cowell Coffee Shop Hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Important 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
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Plan Your Week
Not all campus orientation events are listed on this grid.
MANDATORY Cowell programs are shaded in gray.
Friday (9/21)
Saturday (9/22)
9 am
10 am
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
Cowell New Student
Move In
9-4
2 pm
2 Orientation Teams,
(locations vary, see pg.13 for details)
3 pm
4 pm
5 pm
6 pm
4 - 5 Parent/Family Welcome,
Cowell Page Smith Library
5 - 6 Family Reception,
Cowell Courtyard
7 pm
8 pm
9 pm
10 pm
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8 - 10
House Social Programs,
in your building
8:30 - 10 Cowell Night Live!,
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
10 Cookies & Conversation,
Cowell Courtyard
Sunday (9/23)
Monday (9/24)
8 am
9 am
9:30 - 11
10 am
Cowell Core Course Meeting,
11 am
11 - 12 New Student Assembly,
Stevenson Events Center
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
Stevenson Events Center
11:30 - 12:30 Frosh Academic
Orientation,
Stevenson Events Center
1 - 3 Analytical Writing
Placement Exam (AWPE),
(locations vary, see page 16)
1:30 - 2:30 Smooth Cycling,
Fireside Lounge
3 pm
4 pm
1 - 2:30 Transfer Student
Academic Orientation,
Cowell Page Smith Library
4 Orientation Teams,
(see pg.13 for details)
4 Orientation Teams,
(see pg.13 for details)
5 pm
6 pm
7 pm
8 pm
9 pm
10 pm
6:30 - 7:45, Res Hall/Apartment
House Meetings,
(See pg. 17 for locations)
6:30 - 10:30
Boardwalk Frolic
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
8 - 9 Safe Slugs: Promoting
Healthy Relationships,
Stevenson Event Center
10 - 11 Fast Friends,
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
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Tuesday (9/25)
8 am
Wednesday (9/26)
Dining Halls close at 1 pm today
9 am
10 am
11am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
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 - 6:30
OPERS Fall Festival,
East Field
2 - 3:30 Exploration Hike,
Cowell Fountain
8 - 11 Game Night,
Fireside Lounge and
Apartment Community Room
8:30 - 9:15 Scavenger Hunt,
Founders’ Glen
5 pm
6 pm
4 - 5:30 Creative Dining,
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
5 - 6 Forest Fun Run,
Cowell Fountain
7 pm
8 pm
9 pm
10 pm
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Important Resources
Welcome Week and Beyond
ID Card Services: Open To ALL Students
9/19 - 9/28
8 am - 5 pm
ID Card Services Office
(Quarry Plaza, near Bay Tree Bookstore)
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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
9/21 - 9/23
9/24 - 9/28
9/29 - 9/30
Noon - 5 pm Noon - 5 pm
10 am - 6 pm
Noon - 5 pm
Stevenson Silverman Conf. Rm.
Cowell Conf. Rm 132
Sevenson Casa 11, Room 125
Stevenson Casa 11, Room 125
ResNet 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 Activation
McHenry Library & Science & Engineering Library
visit: http://library.ucsc.edu/hours
9/19 - 9/26 (Intersession hours):
Mon - Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Sat & Sun - Closed
9/27 (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:
9/26
9/27 - 9/28
McHenry Library: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm
Science & Engineering Library: 1 pm
McHenry Library: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm
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 Clinic
9/24 - 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 Sale
9/21 - 9/24 9 am - 4 pm Quarry Plaza
Select 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 Table
9/21 - 9/25
9 am - 5 pm Quarry Plaza
Students 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 Services
Regular 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 pm
Regular 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 pm
Regular Hours: Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm
Sat - Sun: Closed
Advisers 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 Services
Regular 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:
Regular Hours: Sat & Sun 9/21 - 9/22
Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm 9am - 4 pm
Sat - Sun: Closed
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Wednesday, September 19
New Student Move-in Day for New Transfer Students: Transfer Community at
Porter, Redwood Grove, The Village, University Town Center etc.
Thursday, September 20
New Student Move-In Day for Stevenson
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Hours
7 - 8:30 am, 11:30 - 1:30 pm, 5 - 7 pm
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
Friday, September 21
New 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 Open
7 am - 8 pm
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
Open 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 Open
8 am - 5 pm
Cowell Admin Building
Open 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 In
9 am - 4 pm
Cowell Residences
Move in at assigned time and meet your residential staff. The staff will help you
settle in and get acquainted with your neighbors.
Maintenance Table
9 am - 4 pm
Cowell Fountain
Maintenance 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 1
Continuing 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 Session
4 - 5 pm
Cowell Page Smith Library
The 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 Reception
5 - 6 pm
Cowell Courtyard
Mingle with other families, students, and University
staff and administrators. Refreshments provided.
House Programs
8 - 10 pm
In Your Building
Your 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 22
New 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 Open
8 am - 7 pm
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
Bring 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 Open
9 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 & Tours
10 am - 1 pm
Cowell Fountain
General 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. 1
Continuing 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
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Interdisciplinary Sciences Building, Room 221
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 details
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 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 Residents
8:30 - 10 pm
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
Residential 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 & Conversation
10 - 11 pm
Cowell Courtyard
Join 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 Teams
Let 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 pm
Locations as follows:
Awesome Otters:
Founders’ Glen Lawn
Jammin’ Jellyfish:
Apartment Quad
Boss Barracudas:
Cowell Courtyard
Poppin’ Pelicans:
Lower Quad Lawn
Cruzin’ Crabs:
Fireside Lounge
Shining Sea Stars:
Upper Quad Lawn
Groovy Gray Whales:
Silly Sea Lions:
Apartment Community
Cowell Fountain
Room
Swag Salmon:
Conference Room 132
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2nd Meetup: Sun, 9/23; 4 pm
Tours, Bus Schedules, Class Locations, Info
Locations: Same as Saturday
3rd Meetup: Mon, 9/24; 4 pm
More 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 23
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 Open
8 am - 8 pm
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
Bring 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 Open
9 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 Fountain
Maintenance staff will be available to answer questions about your room or
building.
Cowell Continuing Student Move In
10 am - 3 pm
Cowell Residences
Be 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. 1
Continuing 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 Center
Advisers 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 makeup college advising orientation: Wednesday, September 26, 1:30-3 pm. See page
24 for details.
Walk with an OL to the Writing Exam
12:30 pm
From the Stevenson Events Center
Worried 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 101/102/103
All other Cowell students: Classroom Unit 2
This 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 Meetup
4 pm
Locations Vary
See your assignment card or page 13 for full details
Meet 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 Hall
Be 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 below
Meet all your new housemates including continuing students at the following
locations:
Turner House Cowell Fountain
Parrington House Cowell Courtyard
Beard House Page Smith Library
Morison House
Lower Quad Lawn
Prescott House Upper Quad Lawn
Parkman House
Fireside Lounge
Adams House
Residential Life Office Patio
Apartments 1 & 4
Apartment Community Room
Apartment 2
Founders’ Glen Lawn
Apartment 3
Apartment Quad
Safe Slugs: Promoting Healthy Relationships in College; MANDATORY for
ALL new students
8 - 9 pm
Stevenson Events Center
This program will cover topics including sexual assault, relationship violence
and stalking; how to prevent it, intervene, and help someone who has been
assaulted.
Fast Friends
10 - 11 pm Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
It’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 24
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open
7 am - 8 pm
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
Bring your student ID or temporary ID card to enter. Full campus dining hall
schedule: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/dining-halls
Cowell College Office Open
8 am - 5 pm
Cowell Admin Building
Open 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)
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 Course
9:30 - 11 am
Stevenson Events Center
Here you will receive an overview of the Core Course, meet instructors, and get
your first assignments.
New Student Assembly; MANDATORY for all new Cowell Students
11 am - noon
Stevenson Events Center
Meet 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 Students
1 - 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 & Tours
1 - 3 pm
Cowell Fountain
General 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 Cycling
1:30 - 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 Students
2 - 4 pm
Classroom Unit 1
For 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 Meetup
4 pm
Locations Vary
See page 13 or your assignment card for full details
Meet 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 House
3:30 - 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 Frolic
5 - 10:30 pm
Free 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 Frolic
6:30 - 10 pm
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Rides, 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 25
Many 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 Open
7 am - 1 pm
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
All dining halls close at 1 pm today to prepare for the OPERS Fall Festival.
Cowell College Office Open
8 am - 5 pm
Cowell Admin Building
Open 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)
Repeats 9/27. See full details on page 18.
Cowell Info Table & Tours
10 am - 1 pm
Cowell Fountain
General 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
disabilities
1 - 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 pm
All 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 Students
2 - 4 pm
Classroom Unit 1
A repeat of Monday’s session. Repeats 9/26.
OPERS Fall Festival
3:30 - 6:30 pm
East Field
The 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 rockclimbing 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 Hillel
6:30 pm
Stevenson Fireside Lounge
Please 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 Students
6:30 - 7:30 pm
College 9 and College 10 Apartments Community Room
This session is optional, but strongly recommended for all international students.
Cowell Game Night
8 - 11 pm
Cowell Fireside Lounge & Apartment Community Room
Love 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 26
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall Open
7 am - 8 pm
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
Full campus dining hall schedule: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/dining-halls
Cowell College Office Open
8 am - 5 pm
Cowell Admin Building
Open 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-Fast
10 am - 7:30 pm
Stevenson Fireside Lounge
Join 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 Fair
12 - 2 pm
Cowell Fountain
Stop 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 Students
2 - 4 pm
A repeat of Monday’s session. See page 19 for more details.
Classroom Unit 1
Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) New Frosh and Transfer
Student Welcome Orientation:
2 - 3:30 pm
Music Center Recital Hall
Required 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 Hike
2 - 3:30 pm Meet at Cowell Fountain
Discover 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 Students
4 - 5:30 pm
This session is optional, but strongly recommended.
Classroom Unit 1
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Creative Dining
4 - 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 Run
5 - 6 pm
Meet at the Fountain
Explore 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 Students
6:30 - 8:30 pm
International Living Center Quad
This session is optional for all international students.
Cowell Scavenger Hunt! - Orientation Teams Competition
8:30 - 9:15 pm
Founders’ Glen Lawn
Meet 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 Open
7 am - 8 pm
Regular 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 & A
1 - 2 pm
Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room (Bay Tree Building)
A repeat of sessions on previous days.
Cowell Senate, 1st Meeting
8 pm
Cowell Conf. Rm. 132
Interested 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 Night
9 pm Fireside Lounge
Got 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 28
Career 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 Walk
4 - 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 Hour
4 - 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 ARCenter
This 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 Location
Only 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 Potter
8:30 pm Lower Quad Lawn
Grab 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 29
SAFE Slugs: Promoting Healthy Relationships in College - Makeup Session
10 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 Corner
12 - 2 pm
Cowell Fountain
Come 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 Dance
9 pm - midnight
Stevenson Events Center
Come 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 30
Beach Day
11 am
Meet at Cowell Fountain
The 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 Hillel
4 pm
Cowell Courtyard near Fountain
Come help set up and decorate a sukkah, snacks provided.
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Tuesday, October 2
UCSC 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 3
Ethnic Resource Centers Open House
11 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 4
WEL-COME OUT! Queer Undergrad Fall Mixer
7 - 11 pm
Cantú Queer Center
All 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 5
African American Resource & Cultural Center’s Welcome Black BBQ
4 - 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!
Be in the loop... join the
dances • movies • workshops • contests • more!
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Transfer Student Info
STARS: Services for Transfer and Re-entry Students
STARS Workshops
8 am - 5 pm Thursday 9/20
Media Theater
A 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
8:30 am - 2:30 pm Friday 9/21
Media Theater
A 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
9 am - 5 pm
Monday 9/24
STARS at the ARCenter, Room 216A and STARS at Kresge
Advisers 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 9/25
STARS: Drop-In Advising Wednesday 9/26
9 am - 5 pm
9 am - 5 pm
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STARS at the ARCenter, Room 216A and STARS at Kresge
STARS at the ARCenter, Room 216A and STARS at Kresge
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.
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Friday 9/21, 11 am - 3:30 pm
Sat. and Sun. closed
Monday 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.
Welcome Week
Resources
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Campus Maps,
Directory and more
Cowell College
Website
Important Phone Numbers
Office
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.edu
Welcome Week Resources: http://housing.ucsc.edu/welcome-week
Campus Maps: http://ucsc.ezaxess.com (or) http://maps.ucsc.edu
Bay Tree Bookstore: http://slugstore.ucsc.edu
Undergraduate Handbook: http://reg.ucsc.edu/navigator
UCSC Walking Map: http://maps.ucsc.edu/content/7400/map_detail
Visitor Parking: http://taps.ucsc.edu/visitorparking.html
Santa Cruz Visitor Info: http://www.santacruzca.org
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