Family Orientation workshops
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.
Program Schedule: August 4-5 & 7-8, 2025
Program links will be finalized before online Orientation begins.
The program schedule, as well as access to recorded presentations, is listed below.
All program times are Pacific Time (PT).
The schedule includes all the Zoom links and Meeting IDs needed to attend the parent 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.
DAY 1 (Monday, August 4 & Thursday, August 7)
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.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/82420711825 Meeting ID: 824 2071 1825
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.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/85376967465 Meeting ID: 853 7696 7465
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.
Enlace de Zoom: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/88378392570 ID de reunión: 883 7839 2570
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!
Basic Needs: This organization promotes campus food security and basic needs resources for all. Learn more about campus resources including (but not limited to) food, finances, and housing.
Zoom link: (8/4) https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/84239940081, (8/7) https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/82875449479
Meeting ID: (8/4) 8423 994 0081, (8/7) 8287 544 9479
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.
Zoom link: (8/4) https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/85662990788, (8/7) https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/82857524834
Meeting ID: (8/4) 856 6299 0788, (8/7) 828 5752 4834
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Meeting: EOP provides holistic support to first-generation/income-eligible students. The workshop will review EOP services that include advising, counseling, mentorship and programming. Come and learn about campus-wide EOP partnerships and collaborations that ease the transition to college and support student academic success.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/my/zoomeop Meeting ID: 318 517 5221
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.
Zoom: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/89189447283 Meeting ID: 891 8944 7283
Letters & Science Honors Program: For students who have been admitted and those who wish to join the College Honors Program.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/85427183262 Meeting ID: 854 2718 3262
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.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/81084343362 Meeting ID: 810 8434 3362
Promise Scholars: Get connected with advisors from the Promise Scholars department, and learn how the Promise Scholar program can benefit incoming students at UCSB.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/9191020186 Meeting ID: 919 102 0186
Recreation Center & Physical Activities Session: Learn about Adventure Programs, sports clubs, intramural sports, and much more.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/2280859772 Meeting ID: 228 085 9772
3:00 - 4:30pm - Student Services Presentation 1
Student services departments that will be presenting during this session are Career Services, CLAS, Financial Aid, BARC (Billing), and Student Health Services. They will go over what services they offer and answer questions related to their department.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/82937798571 Meeting ID: 829 3779 8571
4:45 - 5:45pm - UCSB Housing Presentation
You will hear information from Housing staff on residence hall move-in, what to bring to campus in the fall, and what to expect during the next couple months! (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.)
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/82431639266 Meeting ID: 824 3163 9266
DAY 2 (Tuesday, August 5 & Friday, August 8)
9:00 - 10:00am - Student Services Presentation 2
Student services departments that will be presenting during this session are UC Police Department, Alcohol and Drug Program, CARE, and Mental Health Coordination. They will go over what services they offer and answer questions related to their department.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/82532315659 Meeting ID: 825 3231 5659
10:15 - 11:30am - Student Viewpoint Panel
Summer Orientation student staff will respond with candor to questions about student life at UCSB.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/87224973823 Meeting ID: 872 249 3823
11:45am - 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.
Zoom link: (8/5) https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/89402248117, 8/8: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/87207917297
Meeting ID: (8/5) 894 0224 8117, (8/8) 872 0791 7297
Disabled Students Program Drop-Ins: Chat with DSP about accommodations offered for students with permanent or temporary disabilities, and the process of requesting accommodations at UCSB.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/3803311871 Meeting ID: 380 331 1871
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). https://youtu.be/mEJe7TDO3sk
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/85488306464 Meeting ID: 854 8830 6464
Support for LGBTQIA+ Students and Students of Color: The Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (RCSGD) and the Multicultural Center (MCC) join forces to give information about the services and resources their centers provide. The RCSGD supports LGBTQIA+ students through advocacy, education, programming and referrals, with an emphasis on intersectionality within the LGBTQIA+ community. The MCC provides educational programming, student engagement and community outreach to create a welcoming space for marginalized identities on campus.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/84728949738 Meeting ID: 847 2894 9738
Physical Activities, Recreation, Intramurals and Club Sports: Come hear about the Rec Center, Adventure Programs, Intramurals, Sports Clubs and more! (This is a repeat presentation of the workshop that occurred yesterday.)
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/2280859772 Meeting ID: 228 085 9772
Veterans & Dependents of Veterans Meeting: Learn more about the process for certifying VA educational benefits at UCSB.
Zoom link: (8/5) https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/89647708567, (8/8) https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/85044088433
Meeting ID: (8/5) 896 4770 8567, (8/8) 850 4408 8433
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.
Zoom link: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/87260130590 Meeting ID: 872 6013 0590
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. (This will be a pre-recorded session).
Enlace de Zoom: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/87264002953 ID de reunión: 832 2440 9156
Contraseña: 816012