How to Join
- You will need an internet connection. Some of the presentations will be live and require consistent connection to the internet to participate.
- Parents and family members will connect separately from students to their online program through Zoom at https://zoom.us/join or the Zoom app on phone and tablet devices. See the schedule below for specific Zoom links and Meeting IDs to join each event.
- See Joining a Meeting on the Zoom website for detailed instructions on how to join a Zoom meeting from any computer, browser, operating system, or device app.
Important Details
All program times are Pacific Time (PT).
The schedule includes all the Zoom links and Meeting IDs needed to attend the workshops and presentations. Click on the title of any event to launch the Zoom meeting. If you are joining from another computer or device app, enter the Meeting ID.
If a password is shown next to an event, it is required in order to join.
Program Schedule: August 6 & 7, 2026
Program links will be finalized before online Orientation begins.
DAY 1 (Thursday, August 6)
9:30 - 10:00am - Welcome Address & Program Overview
Join us to hear welcome remarks and find out what to expect during the online orientation program.
Meeting ID: 859 0472 7315, Passcode: 537317
10:30am - 12:00pm - Supporting Your Student's Academic Experience and Well-Being at UCSB
In this session, advisors from the UCSB academic colleges, along with mental health providers from UCSB's Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), discuss how to support your student's transition to UCSB. Live Q&A will be included.
Meeting ID: 857 9675 1131, Passcode: 357197
10:30am - 12:00pm - Presentación sobre el Colegio de Letras y Ciencias en español
La presentación de Facultades de Letra y Ciencia explica como apoyar la transición de su estudiante a UCSB.
ID de reunión: 875 2908 7443
2:00 - 2:50pm - Day 1 Breakout Workshops
Various departments across campus will offer a workshop to highlight their student services and resources. Follow the Zoom link to the breakout workshop of your choice!
Education Abroad Program (EAP): Learn why each year nearly 700 UCSB students travel abroad to gain UC academic credit while having the time of their lives studying in a foreign country.
Meeting ID: 799 334 7616
First-Generation Info Session: Are you the first in your family to attend college? Discover how to successfully navigate UCSB, access key campus networks, and get your first year off to a strong start.
Meeting ID: 861 1496 2215
Intercollegiate Athletes Meeting: All UCSB IC Athletes are required to attend. You will meet with representatives from the College of Letters and Science who will discuss the unique experiences of IC Athletes on campus.
Meeting ID: 872 7652 5270, Passcode: 263295
Pre-Health Professions: For those interested in a health career and would like information about post-grad preparation. You may also visit the Health Professions Office during your first year.
Meeting ID: 861 0142 8152
Recreation Center & Physical Activities Session: Learn about Adventure Programs, sports clubs, intramural sports, and much more.
Meeting ID: 841 7429 4001, Passcode: 198147
Navigating Military-Connected Benefits: Learn more about the process for certifying VA educational benefits at UCSB. Find community with other veterans and dependents.
Meeting ID: 678 562 5610
3:00 - 4:30pm - Steps to Enrollment
This session prepares you for the first year by breaking down academic expectations, financial aid, and vital student health resources, including an overview of campus health insurance. You will also walk away with practical strategies to stay connected with UCSB.
Meeting ID: 843 2574 3629, Passcode: 427363
4:45 - 5:45pm - Packing, Prepping, and Parting - UCSB Housing Presentation
Learn about residence hall move-in, what your students should bring to campus in the fall, and what to expect during your student’s first quarter. (Please note that this presentation is designed for parents & family members. Students should not miss their 1:1 advising time to attend. Detailed and up-to-date information regarding housing will be sent to students prior to fall quarter.)
Meeting ID: 805 5673 3248, Passcode: 286912
DAY 2 (Friday, August 7)
9:00 - 10:00am - Campus Safety & Wellbeing
Join us to learn about the comprehensive safety and wellness network built just for your student. From campus wellbeing departments to UCPD, hear how UCSB fosters a secure environment where your student can thrive.
Meeting ID: 878 6602 3895, Passcode: 011022
10:15 - 11:30am - Student Viewpoint Panel
Summer Orientation student staff will respond with candor to questions about student life at UCSB.
Meeting ID: 826 9607 2809, Passcode: 810100
11:30am - 12:30pm - Day 2 Breakout Workshops
Various departments across campus will offer a workshop to highlight their student services and resources. Follow the Zoom link to the breakout workshop of your choice!
Career Services & Student Engagement and Leadership: Beyond the Classroom: Learn how students can get involved on campus, and how they can build their career plans while enrolled at UCSB. The office of Student Engagement and Leadership will discuss the benefits of campus involvement and some of the great opportunities available through various organizations on campus and in the community. Career Services will discuss several free career resources available to students, including career planning and internship/employment/graduate school preparation.
Meeting ID: 885 5698 4407
Disabled Students Program: Establishing Accommodations in College: Chat with DSP about accommodations offered for students with permanent or temporary disabilities, and the process of requesting accommodations at UCSB.
Meeting ID: 811 6691 2068
Fraternity & Sorority Life: Sororities and fraternities at UCSB offer students opportunities for community service, academic excellence and friendship. Come meet members of the Greek Councils (IFC, USFC, NPHC, Panhellenic).
Meeting ID: 842 3674 9902
Support for LGBTQIA+ Students: The Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (RCSGD) supports LGBTQIA+ students through advocacy, education, programming and referrals, with an emphasis on intersectionality within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Meeting ID: 859 6376 3907, Passcode: 085042
How to Pay for UCSB: Need help navigating the financial responsibilities of attending UCSB? Learn more from campus resources including the Office of Financial Aid, and Billing, Accounts Receivable, and Collections System (BARC).
Meeting ID: 860 2982 5992, Passcode: 713251
Navigating Basic Needs Resources at UCSB: Basic Needs is an ecosystem that provides financial stability for a student's wellbeing through campus resources. In this session, students will learn about basic needs resources at UCSB that pertain to food, housing, technology and financial assistance.
Meeting ID: 836 8931 5995
1:45 - 2:45pm - Your Student's First Year
This session provides information and tips on how to support your student's transition to college, as well as how to be a partner in their success.
Meeting ID: 844 0796 9574, Passcode: 423240
1:45 - 2:45pm - El Primer Año de su Estudiante
Información que le ayudará a comprender y apoyar a su estudiante durante su transición personal y social a UCSB. Oirán sobre los desafíos más comunes para nuevos estudiantes.
ID de reunión: 867 4152 9438, código de acceso: 352133