#csssa tips

csssa 2018 starts tomorrow!!! yikes!! here are a few tips for everyone who’s pressed about registration day (i feel u omg)

1) like the pamphlet says: u DONT have to do everything in order! it’s best to check in with ur department first to get everything underway but other than that you’re good

2) the meds line does get pretty long. if ur someone who has a lot of medication to drop off, it’s best to do that as one of the first things. just follow the pink signs down with ur parents! (side note: you DONT need to go to the meds line if you have over the counter stuff. it’s only for prescription!)

3) it’s a good idea to get to the dorms early so u can dump all of your stuff and feel at ease with the living situation. you’ll meet your RA and get your key then but won’t know your roommates until they all just show up in your room lol

4) the ID and photo line will be long but don’t sweat it. it does go fast and if you’ve dropped off ur meds/done housing before the line, you shouldn’t feel rushed

5) the department registration, ID, field trip paying (CASH ONLY!!!!!!), and meds station all take place in the main building which is the one with the iconic blue Cal Arts wall. for dorms and housing, you’re going to walk to your right (if you’re facing the blue wall from the parking lot) to Chouinard Hall. it’s a small walk but you’re gonna want to bring your luggage with u because of the heat

6) get there as soon as u can! a lot of people will show up at 9 so it might feel overwhelming, but it’s worth it. i got there at 9:30 last year and was all checked in by 12 so i had plenty of time to run to target/Von’s and get all the things i forgot before the opening speech and stuff