College Advising at UC Santa Cruz

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC.

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In This Issue • Learning Support Services During Finals Week• Study Bees! this Tuesday and Thursday • 2022 Summer Session Courses Listed Dec 10th ________________________________________________

Learning Support Services During Finals Week Learning Support Services is offering one-hour writing appointments with their skilled writing tutors during finals week. In addition, LSS is offering a 24-hour Study Space at the ARCenter from December 5-9th. For more information about both of these services visit the LSS Finals Week website.

  Study Bees! Virtual Study Hall Event- Tuesday 5-7pm and 10am-12noon Thursday of Finals Week Need a space and time to focus and tackle your school work? Join these virtual study hall sessions for coffee shop vibes, lo-fi beats, and a supportive environment.  Study Bees (Virtual Study Hall) will be offered Tuesday, 5-7pm and Thursday 10am-12noon. See you there!

Join Zoom Meeting https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/92121826481?pwd=YVFLSTZZN0h2NXd3MEludFZaQ0kvZz09 Meeting ID: 921 2182 6481 Passcode: 615851

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. 

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In This Issue • Enrollment for Winter 2022 is underway!• International Education Week • Job Opportunities with UCSC Summer Session • Study Bees! Virtual Study Hall Event- Thursday 10am-12noon 

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Enrollment for Winter 2022 is underway! 

First pass enrollment is well underway! Remember that your college and major advisors are here to support you in choosing classes and enrolling if you need help! A reminder that waitlists for classes become active during second pass enrollment. For waitlist questions, check out the Registrar's Waitlist FAQ.

The Best Bets List Winter 2022 is a great resource for finding lower division, general education classes. The document is viewable to anyone logged-in to their UCSC email, so if you have trouble accessing, make sure you are logged in correctly.

International Education Week, Nov 15-19

Join Global Engagement in celebrating their sixth annual International Education Week (IEW) with both in-person and virtual events. Check out the full schedule of events and sign-up!

Job Opportunities with UCSC Summer Session

UCSC Summer Session is currently hiring for their Student Assistant, Summer Programs Assistant, and Peer Mentor positions! These are fantastic student employment opportunities where you can help your fellow students and be part of a fantastic team. Learn more about the positions available at Summer Session's website. 

Study Bees! Virtual Study Hall Event- offered weekly starting Thurs. 11/18 10am-12noon

Need a space and time to focus and tackle your school work? Join these virtual study hall sessions for coffee shop vibes, lo-fi beats, and a supportive environment.  Study Bees (Virtual Study Hall) is back starting this Thursday 10am-12noon.

Join Zoom Meeting https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/92121826481?pwd=YVFLSTZZN0h2NXd3MEludFZaQ0kvZz09 

Meeting ID: 921 2182 6481 Passcode: 615851

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. 

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In This Issue • Withdrawing from a Class- deadline Wednesday, Nov 3rd • Advising Week is almost here! Nov 5-11 • Three Year Pathways Info Session- Wednesday November 10, 10am via zoom  • Grade Change Policy- deadline Nov 28

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Withdraw From a Class- Deadline Wednesday November 3rd

If you are struggling in a class due to extenuating circumstances, withdrawing from a class with a "W" grade may be a good option. For more information about withdrawing from a class, including questions about financial aid, GPA, academic progress, and instructions on how to withdraw from a class using MyUCSC, please review UCSC's withdrawing from a class website. If you have additional questions, your college advisers are a great resource. The deadline to withdraw from a class is Wednesday, November 3rd.

Please note that due to student visa regulations, international students may not be eligible to withdraw from a class, if doing so prevents them from completing 12 credits for the quarter. International students are encouraged to discuss their options with International Student Services by contacting [email protected]

Advising Week is Almost Here! November 5-11

It's almost time to prepare for winter quarter enrollment!

Winter 2022 classes will be available in UCSC's Class Search on Friday, November 5. Details about Winter 2021 enrollment appointments will also be available November 5th, and accessible through the "Academics" tile of your MyUCSC account. For more detailed information about your enrollment appointments and UCSC's two-pass enrollment system, refer to the Enrollment Appointment Tutorial, and the Registrar's Enrollment FAQ.

Your college and major advisers are great resources during advising week to answer any questions you have about enrollment or choosing classes. Many college and major advising office host events during Advising Week, so keep an eye out for those as well.

Three Year Pathways Info Session- Wednesday November 10, 10am via zoom

Learn about UCSC's Three Year Pathways, and determine if these accelerated paths to your UCSC degree are a good fit for you.

The intended audience for this event is first and second year students who are interested in possibly finishing their UCSC degree in three rather than four years. Visit UCSC's Three Year Pathways website, to learn more about the program and participating majors. See you at the info session!

Join Zoom Meeting https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/98168191276?pwd=eEQ2TGpBWjBLYk9XUVkrRTVoMm02QT09 

 Meeting ID: 981 6819 1276 Passcode: 008455

Grade Change deadline- November 28

Students are able to change their grading option for a class between letter grade and pass/no-pass until the end of week nine of the quarter (November 28). We highly encourage students to consult with their academic advisors about changing their grading option especially for major or major qualification courses.

For more information about grading policies, check out the Registrar's Grading FAQ.

Throughout the academic year, you will receive an email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. 

In this Issue: • Fall 2021 Enrollment is Underway • Waitlists for Fall Now Active • Complete a Survey About Your Remote Learning Experience • Peer Coach Enrollment Support Continues this Week _________________________________________

Fall 2021 Enrollment is Underway!

Enrollment for fall has begun! Given that classes for fall will be a mix of in-person and remote offerings, be sure to plan carefully using the Class Search. Also, review the Understanding the Fall 2021 Schedule of Classes document to better understand the types of classes offered and modes of instruction. If you have questions about building your class schedule, both college and major advisors are great resources. For help selecting GE classes, a good place to start is the Best Bets List.

Waitlists for Fall Now Active

If you did not get into a desired class, the best course of action is to join the waitlist. Waitlists became active on Tuesday, May 25. Students are allowed to waitlist up to 14 credits at a time. See the Waitlist FAQ for more information.

Complete a Survey About Your Remote Learning Experience

UCSC's Center for Innovations in Teaching and Learning Undergraduate Fellows are looking to learn more about student's experiences with remote learning. Click here to access the survey. It only takes a few minutes to complete, and responses are anonymous. The aim of the project is to "help us carry the lessons of this year into the future" of teaching and learning at UCSC.

Peer Coach Enrollment Support Continues this Week

Peer Coaches are available at the times listed below to help you with basic questions about enrollment and help selecting classes: Monday, May 24, 11am-1pmTuesday, May 25, 1:30-4pmWednesday, May 26, 4-6pmThursday, May 27, 2-4pmFriday, May 28, 12-2pm

Sessions are restricted to those logged in to their UCSC accounts.

https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/94208769195?pwd=Q0F3TVFWb3I0NWFpNy9nenBlZGlIZz09 Meeting ID: 942 0876 9195 Passcode: 456847

Peer Coaches are well equipped to help students with the following:

-Choosing classes and building a schedule for spring quarter (GE's, electives, showing students how to identify major qual criteria via online resources)-Navigating the class search (including recently implemented changes related to identifying remote vs. in-person classes) -Assisting students with enrollment via MyUCSC (add, drop, swap, edit, validate cart) -Troubleshooting basic enrollment issues (identifying causes of error messages, resolving basic time conflicts, etc.) -Helping students access and use their Academic Advisement Report (AAR) to identify needed requirements Peer Coaches are NOT equipped to help students with the following, and will refer to the appropriate resources:

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In This Issue

• Withdrawing from a Class- Deadline Friday May 7

• UCSC Summer Session Enrollment is Live!

• Connect with a UCSC Pen Pal!

• APRU's Global Health Case Competition- submissions due June 11

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Withdraw From a Class- Deadline Friday, May 7

If you are struggling in a class due to extenuating circumstances, withdrawing from a class with a "W" grade may be a good option. For more information about withdrawing from a class, including questions about financial aid, GPA, academic progress, and instructions on how to withdraw from a class using MyUCSC, please review UCSC's withdrawing from a class website. If you have additional questions, your college advisers are a great resource. The deadline to withdraw from a class is Friday, May 7.

Please note that due to student visa regulations, international students may not be eligible to withdraw from a class, if doing so prevents them from completing 12 credits for the quarter. International students are encouraged to discuss their options with International Student Services by contacting [email protected]

UCSC Summer Session Enrollment is Live!

Remote Summer Session enrollment is open. To enroll in summer classes: log on to my.ucsc.edu and add summer classes to your cart like you would the rest of the year.

Students eligible for Financial Aid should review the summer Financial Aid information and use their calculator to get an estimate.

Tuition is $279 per credit, plus the $305.96 campus fee. Visit the Tuition and Fees page for more details.  

Ambitious Summer Discount! Students who complete 15 credits or more receive a $680 discount on tuition.

A limited number of Summer Session students have the option to live on campus. Visiting the summer housing page for details.  

Email [email protected] any questions.

Connect with a UCSC Pen Pal!

Looking to connect with fellow a fellow Slug?  Sign up for Dear Penpal at: https://forms.gle/XkJSiYQyzaNdb2Lt5. The form will close May 14th and pairing information will be sent out the following Monday (May 17th).

This can be a great way to make a friend with the same major or interests as you.

APRU's Global Health Case Competition- submissions due June 11

Interested in Global Health? How about $1,000?

A Global Health Case competition, through the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) is open now. For this international, virtual competition, teams of 4-6 students will receive a challenge relating to a pressing global health problem. Teams will be given up to ten weeks to prepare a video of up to 10 minutes in English proposing a realistic, well-designed, innovative solution to the challenge. Teams will save their videos on YouTube or Vimeo and submit the link via email for judging by an international panel of APRU Global Health Program members and other global expert judges. For more information visit the link below.

https://apru.org/event/apru-global-health-student-case-competition-2021/

Registration is open now. The deadline to register is June 1 and the final video submissions are due June 11.

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Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. _______________________________________________ In This Issue • Major Exploration Workshop- Monday Feb 8, 4-5pm• Silver Slug Scholarship- Application Due Feb 17 • Withdrawing from a Class- Deadline • LinkedIn Learning- New Resource for Students ________________________________________________

Major Exploration Workshop- Monday Feb 8, 4-5pm

Attend this workshop to learn tips and strategies for finding the major that is the best fit for you at UCSC. The event includes reflection activities as well as an overview of UCSC resources. The workshop is intended for students early in their UCSC career, but all are welcome. https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/94016830047?pwd=RnQyS3BLWWZqc3p5Y3EzdkN6RmE4dz09 Meeting ID: 940 1683 0047 Passcode: 655505

Silver Slug Scholarship- Application Due Feb 17

If you are a UCSC staff member or the dependent of a staff member, apply for the the Retirees Association Silver Slug Scholarship!

Students who qualify for this award are career staff as defined in personnel policies and dependents of career staff as defined by financial aid regulations. (The career staff category does not include students in work-study positions.) You must be enrolled in an academic degree program at UCSC and be in good academic standing. Those who have received the award in the past may apply again, and if you have applied but not received the award you should apply again (unless you were notified that you were not eligible). The award amount is up to $2,000.

The scholarship application deadline is February 17. The application form is available at a link on https://retirees.ucsc.edu/scholarships/ silverslugaward/index.html.

WIthdraw From a Class- Deadline Feb 16

If you are struggling in a class due to extenuating circumstances, withdrawing from a class with a "W" grade may be a good option. For more information about withdrawing from a class, including questions about financial aid, GPA, academic progress, and instructions on how to withdraw from a class using MyUCSC, please review UCSC's withdrawing from a class website. If you have additional questions, your college advisers are a great resource.

The deadline to withdraw from a class is Tuesday, February 16.

Please note that due to student visa regulations, international students may not be eligible to withdraw from a class, if doing so prevents them from completing 12 credits for the quarter. International students are encouraged to discuss their options with International Student Services by contacting [email protected]

LinkedIn Learning- New Resource for Students

UCSC Learning & Development, is excited to announce the arrival of LinkedIn Learning on the UC Santa Cruz Campus! LinkedIn Learning is an award-winning industry leader in online training, with a digital library of over 10,000 courses covering a wide range of technical, business, software and creative topics. Accessible 24/7 from your desktop or mobile device, visit LinkedIn Learning by logging in through your UCSC credentials. You may watch an entire course, or individual videos – some are as short as four or five minutes. You will be able to bookmark courses that suit your interests, keep track of the courses you have taken, and when you complete a course, you’ll receive a certificate. LinkedIn Learning offers tremendous potential for students to support their coursework through an extensive software tutorial library. Students can also explore the myriad career development, wellness, and creative content of LinkedIn Learning.

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. _______________________________________________ In This Issue • Finals Week Information • Learning Support Services During Finals Week • 2021 Summer Session Courses Launch Dec. 11 • First Gen Initiative is Hiring Interns • Peer Enrollment Support Continues Through Thursday, Dec 10 ________________________________________________

Finals Week Information

The end of fall quarter is approaching, as finals week is scheduled Dec. 14-18. With finals just around the corner, please review Final Exam Policies, and confirm your Final Exam Schedule for Fall 2020. It's also a good idea to confirm final exam assignments and information in your course syllabi, and contact your instructors if you have questions or need clarification about final exam scheduling or format. Good luck Slugs! You got this!

Learning Support Services During Finals Week

Learning Support Services offer writing and math support during finals week. 45-minute Individual Writing Appointments begin on Sunday, December 13. Writing appointments are available for all upper-division and lower-division writing courses including: Writing 2 and writing across all disciplines such as in History, Legal Studies, Politics, Film, Psychology, etc. Undergraduates can sign up for 45-minute writing tutoring appointments with a tutor on TutorTrac to work on a plan to strengthen their writing assignment. Individual Math Tutoring: Starts Tuesday, December 15th-Thursday December 17th for the following courses: MATH 2, 3, 11A, 11B, 19A, 19B, 22, 23A, and 23B and other lower-division courses that may include math. Students can sign up for 45-minute individual appointments on TutorTrac to work with a tutor to understand concepts and word problems in preparation for final exams.Appointments need to be reserved within a 24 hour period before the start of the session.

These services are available to all undergraduate UCSC students and are provided at no cost to students. If you have any questions about the services, please contact LSS at [email protected].

2021 Summer Session Courses Launch Dec. 11

Plan for summer this winter at summer.ucsc.edu. Starting December 11, courses are searchable on the summer website by department or by general education requirement. Bookmark the continuing student guide or visit the Summer Session virtual office anytime to schedule a Zoom.

First Gen Initiative is Hiring Interns

The First Generation Initiative is hiring interns for the upcoming Winter and Spring 2021 quarters!  The position is open now and is accepting work-study and non work-study applicants! To apply and for more information, the listing is available to UCSC Career Center ER system #15982. If you have questions about the position, please contact [email protected]

Peer Enrollment Support Continues Through Thursday, Dec 10

As enrollment for Winter 2021 continues, Peer Coaches are available M,W from 3-5pm and TTh 11-1pm this week to troubleshoot enrollment issues, and assist in class selection.

Please note that you must be logged into zoom with their UCSC accounts to join the session. The zoom environment is set-up so that will enter into a waiting room, and peer coaches will offer one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis. At any time, there will be between three and five peer coaches available at a time to help students.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/97564104331?pwd=enFRWHpVN1M4UUtsUXhZblZ2NGVpUT09

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. _______________________________________________ In This Issue • Advising Week is Underway! • Best Bets Winter 2021 • Academic Accountability Workshop- meets weekly Wednesday 6:30pm• Bullet Journaling & Organization Workshop- Friday, November 20, 2:30-3:30pm • Three Year Pathways Infosession- Nov 30, 3-4pm ________________________________________________

Advising Week is Underway!

Advising Week is here! It's time to prepare and choose classes for winter quarter 2021.

Winter 2021 classes are now available in UCSC's Class Search. Details about Winter 2021 enrollment appointments are now available, and accessible through the "Academics" tile of your MyUCSC account. For more detailed information about your enrollment appointments and UCSC's two-pass enrollment system, refer to the Enrollment Appointment Tutorial, and the Registrar's Enrollment FAQ.

Your college and major advisers are great resources during advising week to answer any questions you have about enrollment or choosing classes.

Best Bets Winter 2021

The Best Bets list for Winter 2021 is live! This list includes lower division general education classes, most of which do not have any prerequisites or enrollment restrictions. The Best Bets list can be a great resource for finding GE or "third class" options to round out your schedule.

The list is viewable to anyone logged in to their UCSC email, and will be updated to reflect any changes to course details.

Academic Accountability Workshop- meets weekly Wednesday 6:30pm

Are you finding it harder to stay on top of your classes and assignments in a remote learning environment? You are not alone! Join this peer-led session to connect and share with others, and discuss strategies for staying on top of your academics. This workshop is recurring weekly. Zoom link provided below.

https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/98787788789?pwd=Y0lFQ1RqblF2WVkwVzBjZE5QbFA4QT09

Meeting ID: 987 8778 8789 Passcode: 028155

Bullet Journaling & Organization Workshop- Friday, November 20, 2:30-3:30pm

Join this event to learn new tips and strategies for your creative, planning, and journaling hobbies or if you just want to hang out and journal with others! :) Please use your UCSC email to log into Zoom and join our meeting. https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/98462036214?pwd=c2dMZHhWLzRIZVZXQ2JzcExGTmdJUT09Meeting ID: 984 6203 6214 Passcode: 716254

Three Year Pathways Infosession- Nov 30, 3-4pm

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In This Issue

• Student Representation Needed for Enrollment Holds Working Group

• Important Enrollment Deadlines- Wednesday, October 21

• Peer Accountability & Support Workshop- Wednesday October 21, 6:30pm

•Major Exploration Student Panel- Friday, October 23, 4-5pm

• Global Learning Opportunities Week (GLOW)- October 26-30

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Student Representation Needed for Enrollment Holds Working Group

Have you been affected by enrollment holds? If so, please apply to the Enrollment Holds working group. Enrollment holds have a serious effect on our campus community, as they can cause stress and halt academic progress. The Enrollment Holds working group is looking to address concerns about how enrollment holds are used, how they affect students, and explore alternate solutions. During Spring Quarter, the working group will present their findings to the SUA Vice President of Academic Affairs.

This working group will meet about eight times over the course of Fall and Winter Quarter. This position will pay $15/hr per meeting. Please apply at https://sua.ucsc.edu/committees/scoc/how-to-apply.html.

For more information about this working group and other committees, follow the Student Committee on Committees on Instagram @UCSC_SCOC and Facebook.

Important Enrollment Deadlines- Wednesday, October 21

A reminder that the deadline to make changes to your class schedule via your MyUCSC Student Center is Wednesday, October 21. This includes adding, dropping, or swapping classes and editing the details of your class schedule. Remember that at this point in the quarter, permission numbers are required to join a class.

Wednesday, October 21 is also the deadline to apply to be an official part-time student. Details about the part-time program, including eligibility criteria and fees can be found here.

Peer Accountability & Support Workshop- Wednesday October 21, 6:30pm

Are you finding it harder to stay on top of your classes and assignments in a remote learning environment? You are not alone! Join this peer-lead session to connect and share with others, and discuss strategies for staying on top of your academics. This workshop is recurring weekly. Zoom link provided below.

https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/98787788789?pwd=Y0lFQ1RqblF2WVkwVzBjZE5QbFA4QT09

Meeting ID: 987 8778 8789 Passcode: 028155

Major Exploration Student Panel- Friday, October 23, 4-5pm

Come hear from a panel of students about their experiences exploring and qualifying for a major at UCSC. Learn from their experiences, and pick up tips and strategies to help on your own journey. Zoom info below:

https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/99929607323?pwd=eVljSE5Vc3MrTkt6ZllRODFVSjEzQT09

Meeting ID: 999 2960 7323 Passcode: 795669

Global Learning Opportunities Week (GLOW)

Join UCSC Study Abroad for Global Learning Opportunities Week (GLOW) from Oct 26th to the 30th. Even though this year looks different from our traditional in-person study abroad fair, GLOW is a virtual event designed to help you find opportunities to study, explore, and engage with other cultures in the U.S. and abroad.

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. _______________________________________________ In This Issue • Welcome new and continuing students! • Remote Learning Resources- Keep Learning • Fall quarter enrollment reminders & deadlines • Peer Academic Success Coach AMA Sessions • Student Representation Needed for Enrollment Holds Working Group• • • Linking UCSC's academic calendar to Google Calendar ________________________________________________

Welcome new and continuing students!

A warm welcome to new UCSC students, as well as our continuing banana slugs! We hope you've had a good summer (given the circumstances) and are feeling refreshed for the academic year. A few reminders for the start of fall quarter: • Update your address, phone, and emergency contact info on the MyUCSC Student Center.

• Verify and review your class schedule via your MyUCSC Student Center page. Double check your enrollment, confirm your grading options, and check for any changes in class details.

Remote Learning Resources- Keep Learning

Be sure to check out UCSC's Keep Learning website to review the many resources and services that are available to ensure successful remote learning. The website includes a section on tips and strategies for learning in a remote setting. Keep checking the Keep Learning site throughout the quarter, as it is updated with new information and resources as they become available.

Fall enrollment reminders & deadlines

A reminder that the deadline to make changes to your class schedule via your MyUCSC Student Center is Wednesday, October 21. This includes adding, dropping, or swapping classes and editing the details of your class schedule.

Please note that starting October 10, a permission number is required to add classes. Permission numbers are given out at the discretion of the instructor/department, and it's important to attend desired classes during the first week of instruction  and communicate early with instructors about joining a class. Students should attend any waitlisted classes during the first week of instruction, and communicate with the instructor about their enrollment status. For questions about enrollment and waitlist, check out the Registrar's FAQ's. Wednesday, October 21 is also the deadline to apply to be an official part-time student. Details about the part-time program, including eligibility criteria and fees can be found here. For a full list of academic deadlines, refer to the 2020-21 Academic Calendar. 

Peer Academic Success Coaches- Ask Me Anything Events this week

UCSC's team of Peer Academic Success Coaches are hosting two Ask Me Anything events this week. This is a great opportunity to ask a panel of experienced Slugs questions about the transition to college life, academic success, how to navigate UCSC's remote learning, and more! Peer Coach AMA sessions will be held via Zoom at the following dates/times:

Tuesday, October 6, 12:30-1:30pm

Zoom link Meeting ID: 936 5025 6631 Passcode: 927043

Friday, October 9, 10-11am

Zoom link Meeting ID: 938 9119 7188 Passcode: 324298

Student Representation Needed for Enrollment Holds Working Group

Have you been affected by enrollment holds? If so, please apply to the Enrollment Holds working group. Enrollment holds have a serious effect on our campus community, as they can cause stress and halt academic progress. The Enrollment Holds working group is looking to address concerns about how enrollment holds are used, how they affect students, and explore alternate solutions. During Spring Quarter, the working group will present their findings to the SUA Vice President of Academic Affairs. This working group will meet about eight times over the course of Fall and Winter Quarter. This position will pay $15/hr per meeting.

Please apply at https://sua.ucsc.edu/committees/scoc/how-to-apply.html.

For more information about this working group and other committees, follow the Student Committee on Committees on Instagram @UCSC_SCOC and Facebook.

Linking the academic calendar to Google Calendar

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. _______________________________________________ In This Issue • Welcome to Winter Quarter! •  Winter Enrollment Reminders & Deadlines • Zotero Citation Workshops • Start Planning for Summer this Winter

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Welcome to Winter Quarter!

A warm welcome to all continuing and new banana slugs! A few reminders for the start of the new quarter: • Update your address, phone, and emergency contact info on the MyUCSC Student Center. • Verify and review your class schedule via your MyUCSC Student Center page. Double check your enrollment, confirm your grading options, and check for any changes in time or locations of your classes. • Remember to get your ID sticker validation. Check with your college advising office about distribution schedules.

Winter Enrollment Reminders & Deadlines

The deadline to make changes to your class schedule via your MyUCSC Student Center is Monday, January 27. This includes adding, dropping, or swapping classes including changing discussion sections using the "edit" option. January 27 is also the deadline to apply to be an official part-time student. Details about the part-time program, including eligibility criteria and fees can be found here.

Please note that starting Wednesday, January 15 a permission number is required to add classes. Permission numbers are given out at the discretion of the instructor/department, and it's important to attend desired classes during the first week of instruction  and communicate early with instructors about joining a class. Students should attend any waitlisted classes during the first week of instruction, and communicate with the instructor about their enrollment status. For questions about enrollment and waitlist, check out the Registrar's FAQ's.

The last day to change your grading option is Friday, March 6. For a full list of academic deadlines, refer to the 2019-2020 Academic Calendar. 

Zotero Citation Workshops

Are you working on research papers, literature reviews, thesis projects and wondering how to keep track of all of your citations and sources?

UCSC Librarians are leading workshops in using Zotero to manage your workflow and get organized. You will learn to:

Collect, store, and organize source citations

Create bibliographies in all major citation styles

Map in-text citations to works-cited lists

Store PDFs of full-text articles

Workshops will be offered at the following times:

Thursday, January 9, 1:30–2:30pm, Graduate Student Commons

Wednesday, January 15, 7–8pm, Online at ucsc.zoom.us/j/436668002

Thursday, January  16, 1:15–2:15pm, Room 2353, McHenry Library

Tuesday, February 11,  5:20–6:20pm, Active Learning Classroom, Science & Engineering Library

Start Planning for Summer this Winter

All of the summer courses are available at summer.ucsc.edu. You can sort by department, GE, or by online-only classes.

The annual Summer Opportunities Fair is also happening in January. Start planning your summer now! Learn about UCSC summer options like Study Abroad, Summer Session, internships, undergraduate research opportunities, service learning, and more. A one-stop-shop for students planning to maximize this summer!  

When: Wednesday, January 22, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Where: Quarry Plaza (rain or shine)

Facebook Invite - https://www.facebook.com/events/983009925408660/

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC. _______________________________________________ In This Issue • Withdrawing from a class info & deadlines • Choosing a Major Student Panel- Nov 5 • UCDC Applications for Spring Quarter 2020- Nov 8 • Three Year Pathways Info-Session- Nov 12 ________________________________________________

Withdrawing from a class info & deadlines

If you are struggling in a class due to extenuating circumstances, withdrawing from a class with a "W" grade may be a good option. Through the November 6 deadline, students may withdraw from a class using a new online process.

More information is available on the advising website, along with a link to the online Petition to Withdraw from a Course.  

Be aware that withdrawing from a course can impact academic progress; and may affect full-time status for international students and students receiving Veterans’ Benefits. If you have questions about withdrawing from a class, contact your college advisers to discuss your options in more detail.

Choosing a Major Student Panel- Nov 5

Come learn more about the process and journey of finding the right major at UCSC from your fellow students! Panelists will share their stories of exploring majors at UCSC, and discuss the many factors that impacted their process and decision. Major exploration strategies and resources will also be covered. This is event is hosted by UCSC's Peer Academic Success Coaches. Tuesday, November 5, 6-7pm Soc Sci 1 room 266 Pizza and snacks provided. 

UCDC Applications for Spring Quarter 2020- Nov 8

UCDC is a unique program of internship and study in Washington D.C. Participants spend a quarter attending classes and conducting an internship in the nation's capital, while registered as a UCSC student and earning academic credit. Internship placements are geared towards student interests, and the program is open to students of all majors. The application deadline for Spring 2020 is Friday, November 8, 5pm. Students can apply using this link, then select "apply", and follow the application steps. Keep in mind that two letters of recommendation are required, so plan accordingly. If you have any questions, please contact Marianna Santana, UCDC Coordinator, Merrill Academic 10, [email protected], or 831-502-7307. 

Three-Year Pathways Info-Session- Nov 12

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC.  _______________________________________________ In This Issue • Welcome new and continuing students! • Fall quarter enrollment reminders & deadlines • Peer Academic Success Coaches • Linking UCSC's academic calendar to Google Calendar • Enable SMS/Text notifications of your academic advising appointments

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Welcome new and continuing students!

A warm welcome to our new UCSC students, as well as our continuing banana slugs. We hope you've had a good summer and are feeling refreshed for the academic year. A few reminders for the start of the new academic year: • Update your address, phone, and emergency contact info on the MyUCSC Student Center. • Verify and review your class schedule via your MyUCSC Student Center page. Double check your enrollment, confirm your grading options, and check for any changes in time or locations of your classes. • Returning students- get your ID sticker validation. Check with your college advising office about distribution schedules.

Fall enrollment reminders & deadlines

A reminder that the deadline to make changes to your class schedule via your MyUCSC Student Center is Wednesday, October 16. This includes adding, dropping, or swapping classes and editing the details of your class schedule. Please note that starting October 5, a permission number is required to add classes. Permission numbers are given out at the discretion of the instructor/department, and it's important to attend desired classes during the first week of instruction  and communicate early with instructors about joining a class. Students should attend any waitlisted classes during the first week of instruction, and communicate with the instructor about their enrollment status. For questions about enrollment and waitlist, check out the Registrar's FAQ's. Wednesday, October 16 is also the deadline to apply to be an official part-time student. Details about the part-time program, including eligibility criteria and fees can be found here. For a full list of academic deadlines, refer to the 2018-19 Academic Calendar. 

Peer Academic Success Coaches

Looking to make the most of your time at UCSC? Consider connecting with a peer academic success coach. Peer academic success coaches offer support and guidance to their fellow students. Peer coaches are trained to help you adjust to academic life at UCSC, navigate campus resources, set goals, explore majors, and manage your time effectively. Take advantage of this great (and free!) opportunity. To request to work with a peer coach, please fill out the online form, or email  [email protected]

Linking the academic calendar to Google Calendar

One of the best strategies for staying on top of important academic dates and deadlines is to link your google calendar to UCSC's academic calendar. All UCSC students have access to Google Calendar (as well as many other Google services) through their UCSC email account. You can link UCSC's official Academic Calendar to Google Calendar- that way you stay up to date on all enrollment-related deadlines. You can also refer to the web-based campus' Academic and Administrative Calendar. 

Enable SMS/Text notifications of your academic advising appointments

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC.

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In This Issue  

• Student Achievement Week- June 3-7

• Have a Productive Summer Workshop- Wednesday May 29

• Citation Matters Workshop- Thursday, May 30

• UCSC Honors at Graduation

• I Was Elected to Phi Beta Kappa- What's That?

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Student Achievement Week- June 3-7

Student Achievement Week at UC Santa Cruz this year will be June 3 - June 7, 2019. This is a time when our campus acknowledges, celebrates, and recognizes our students' many accomplishments.

To see the event information happening in divisions, departments, colleges, and other units, visit the Student Achievement Week website. If you have an event that showcases the projects and/or work of your undergraduates during that week, please send us all the details! You can see a listing of this year's events here.

Have a Productive Summer Workshop- Wednesday May 29

Learn about how to make the most of your summer- whether it's taking classes, finding work, volunteering, or taking time to recharge after a busy academic year.

Wednesday, May 29 1:15-2pm Stevenson Fireside Lounge Snacks provided!

Questions or accommodations? Please contact [email protected]

Citation Matters Workshop- Thursday May 30

Just in time for your end of the quarter research papers, attend the Citation Matters Workshop to refresh your knowledge of how to correctly cite research materials, avoid plagiarism, and discuss strategies to keep track of ideas.

Thursday, May 30 8-9pm Room 2353, McHenry Library Free pizza!

This event is open to all students, and hosted by the Westside Writing Center. Pizza is provided by the University Library Student Advisory Council

UCSC Honors at Graduation

UCSC awards several honors at graduation for outstanding academic achievement.  These are some of the honors that UCSC undergraduates may receive upon graduation:

University Honors: (Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude and Cum Laude) are based on a qualifying cumulative UC GPA for graduating seniors with at least 70 UC credits; the School of Engineering establishes separate GPA criteria.  Click here to see qualifying GPA's for University Honors.

Honors or Highest Honors in the Major: Most major departments award Honors or High Honors in the Major for excellent work in the major program.

I Was Elected to Phi Beta Kappa- What's That? As the end of the academic year approaches, a small number of graduating seniors will receive a message that they have been elected to Phi BetaKappa. If you receive this message, don't ignore it -- it's for real, and it's a great honor! Phi Beta Kappa is the oldest academic honors society in the country.  Founded in 1776, it honors students with a record of high academic achievement with intellectual breadth and good character. There are both math and language requirements. Many UCSC faculty with whom you have studied are members of Phi Beta Kappa!  Click here for more information, or email questions to [email protected].

Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC.

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In This Issue  

• This is Advising Week!

• LinkedIn Like a Pro Webinar/Workshop- May 15

• Reminder- Summer Enrollment is Open!

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This is Advising Week!

Advising Week is here! It's time to prepare and choose classes for fall quarter 2019.  

Fall 2019 classes are now available in UCSC's Class Search. Your college and major advisers are great resources during advising week to answer any questions you have about enrollment or choosing classes.

Details about Fall  2019 enrollment appointments are now available, and accessible through the "Academics" tile of your MyUCSC account. For more detailed information about your enrollment appointments and UCSC's two-pass enrollment system, refer to the Enrollment Appointment Tutorial, and the Registrar's Enrollment FAQ.

Remember, that between now and the start of fall 2019 classes, many enrollment transactions can happen via the waitlist process, and if you don't get one of your top choice classes, enrolling in a back-up class and then joining a waitlist using the "swap" option is a great option. More information about the waitlist process can be found in the Registrar's Waitlist FAQ.

LinkedIn Like a Pro Webinar/Workshop- May 15

Few people are maximizing LinkedIn's Power. The platform is used by hiring managers, recruiters and professionals to find candidates, showcase their company, network or gain industry knowledge. Topics include the following:How to build a great profile, grow your connections, and get noticed on LinkedIn.

    Wednesday, May 15, 6-7 pm

    Cowell Conference Room, or Online Via Zoom

    Register to participate: https://ucsc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9wIwjifFRi6SLk_dAInRcA

Presenter Oscar Garcia is the founder of Aspira, a community relations, workforce development and training firm. In addition to creating his own company, he is the former President of the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce, former Community Partnerships Manager at LinkedIn, and participated in the business development of five tech startups.This event is offered to current students, grad students and alumni.If you have questions regarding this event please contact [email protected]

Can't make the webinar? Video of this event will be available here.

Reminder- Summer Enrollment is Open!

Summer Session enrollment is underway! To enroll in summer classes: log on to my.ucsc.edu and add summer classes to your cart like you would the rest of the year.

Students eligible for Financial Aid should review the summer Financial Aid information and stop by the Financial Aid office located at Hahn 205.

Tuition for the 2019 Summer Session is $279 per credit, see the summer fees page for more details.

Ambitious Summer Award! Students who complete 15 credits or more receive a $680 award towards tuition.

Summer Session students have the option to live on campus. For Summer 2019, students will live in Porter college. Room rates for Summer Session are discounted by 50% from the preceding academic year room rates.

More information on summer financial aid, housing and fees can be found at summer.ucsc.edu.

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Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC.

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In This Issue  

• Summer Enrollment is Open!

• Withdrawing from a Class (deadline May 10)

• Add by Petition (deadline May 10)

• BSOE's Diverse Speaker Series (May 8 & 22)

• Peer Academic Success Coaching

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Summer Enrollment is Open

Summer Session enrollment is open. To enroll in summer classes: log on to my.ucsc.edu and add summer classes to your cart like you would the rest of the year.

Students eligible for Financial Aid should review the summer Financial Aid information and stop by the Financial Aid office located at Hahn 205.

Tuition for the 2019 Summer Session is $279 per credit, see the summer fees page for more details.

Ambitious Summer Award! Students who complete 15 credits or more receive a $680 award towards tuition.

Summer Session students have the option to live on campus. For Summer 2019, students will live in Porter college. Room rates for Summer Session are discounted by 50% from the preceding academic year room rates.

More information on summer financial aid, housing and fees can be found at summer.ucsc.edu.

Withdrawing From a Class (deadline May 10)

If you are struggling in a class due to extenuating circumstances, withdrawing from a class with a "W" grade may be a good option. For more information about withdrawing from a class, including questions about financial aid, GPA, and academic progress, please review UCSC's withdrawing from a class website. If you have additional questions, your college advisers are a great resource.

To withdraw from a class, you should communicate with your college advisers in person, or via email by the Friday, May 10 deadline. College advisers can assist you with the process, answer any questions you have, and help determine if withdrawing from a class is a good option depending on your individual circumstances.

Please note that due to student visa regulations, international students may not be eligible to withdraw from a class, if doing so prevents them from completing 12 credits for the quarter.

Add By Petition (deadline May 10)

Students can add classes for spring quarter using the add-by-petition process. Please note that adding by petition requires the signature approval of the course instructor/sponsoring department, and students should be attending classes, keeping up with coursework, and communicating with their instructors and advisers about their intention to enroll in the class. Signed and completed add-by-petition forms must be turned into the Registrar's office by 4pm of the deadline day, Friday May 10. Students adding by petition are subject to a $10 processing fee billed to their UCSC account.

BSOE's Diverse Speaker Series (May 8 & 22)

Baskin School of Engineering's Diverse Speaker Series is underway with upcoming events on May 8 and 22. Laura Gomez, CEO and founder of Atipica, Wednesday, May 8, 5-7pm at the Baskin Events Center E2 180 Out in Engineering, Speaker & Panel Discussion, Wednesday, May 22, 5-7pm at the Baskin Events Center E2 180 Please RSVP if you plan to attend, and arrive at 4:30 and enjoy some pizza beforehand.

Peer Academic Success Coaching

Aiming to finish out the academic year with a strong Spring quarter? UCSC's Peer Academic Success Coaches are here to help you!

Peer Coaches are experienced students who work one-on-one with students to support their academic and personal growth and guide students to relevant campus resources. Peer coaching is a free service to students, and is affiliated with academic advising. Visit the website to learn more and sign up!

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Throughout the academic year, you will receive a biweekly email newsletter on behalf of your college advisers. This newsletter is designed to inform you of important information, deadlines, and opportunities to promote your success at UCSC.

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In This Issue  

• Start of the Quarter Reminders

• Spring Enrollment Deadlines

• Enrolling in More Than 19 Credits

• Summer Session Ice Cream Socials

• Overcoming Procrastination Workshop- April 9

• Peer Academic Success Coaching

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Start of the Quarter Reminders

At the beginning of every quarter, you should:

Get your student ID validation sticker. These are available at your college office.

Review your class schedule on the MyUCSC Student Center to verify your enrollment, waitlist status, and possible class changes (time & location changes, cancelled courses, etc.).

Attend all of your enrolled and waitlisted classes during the first week of class. 

Update your address, phone, and emergency contact info on the MyUCSC Student Center

Spring Enrollment Deadlines

Friday, April 19 is an important deadline day for the following enrollment options:

Add/Drop/Swap a class (keep in mind permission numbers needed after Wednesday, April 10)

Part-Time Program (including supporting documentation turned in to the Registrar's office)

Grading Option- pass/no pass or letter grade (students must be in good academic standing to use P/NP option)

Enrolling In More Than 19 Credits

Students with a cumulative UCSC GPA of 3.0 or above are eligible to enroll in up to 22 credits beginning on the first day of classes.

If your cumulative UCSC GPA is below a 3.0 and you wish to enroll in more than 19 credits, you can inquire with your College Advising office about the appeals/exceptions process. Keep in mind that you do not want to sacrifice the qualify of your academic work by taking on too many credits at once, and your college advisers are mindful of that when considering exceptions.

Summer Session Ice Cream Socials

Get the scoop on Summer Session at one of their free ice cream socials. Find out how to enroll, how to get housing, and how to pay. Financial Aid and Student Business Services will be on site to answer questions and give summer estimates + free It's-It Ice Cream!

Monday, April 8 - Merrill Lounge from 4 -5 pm. (FB invite)

Tuesday, April 9 -  Bay Tree, Third floor, Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room from 4 - 5  (FB invite)

Thursday, April 11 - The Red Room, Rachel Carson College from 4-5 (FB invite)

Overcoming Procrastination Workshop- April 9

Attend this workshop to better understand why students procrastinate, and learn practical strategies for preventing procrastination and improving your time management skills! Hosted by UCSC's Peer Academic Success Coaches. Snacks provided.

Tuesday, April 9, 12noon-1pm, Rachel Carson Red Room.

Peer Academic Success Coaching

Aiming to finish out the academic year with a strong Spring quarter? Could you benefit from getting guidance from a fellow student aimed at improving your academic skills and behaviors? Looking for someone to check in with weekly to help you with accountability and staying focused on academics?

UCSC's Peer Academic Success Coaches are here to help you!

Peer Coaches are experienced students who work one-on-one with their peers to support their academic and personal growth, and guide students to relevant campus resources. Peer coaching is a free service to students, and is affiliated with academic advising. Visit the website to learn more and sign up!

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