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 5-6 & 8-9, 2024
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 (Mon, August 5 & Thurs, August 8)
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/87124761793 Meeting ID: 871 2476 1793
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: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/87883789955 Meeting ID: 878 8378 9955
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. Zoom: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/81963607787 Meeting ID: 819 6360 7787
2:00-2:50pm - 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!
Counseling & Career Services: These services provide personal counseling, career planning, internships, employment/graduate school preparation, & workshops on choosing a major, stress reduction, relationships, etc. Zoom:https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/83554996688 Meeting ID: 835 5499 6688
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: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/
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/2377849405 Meeting ID: 237 784 9405
Letters & Science Honors Program: For students who have been admitted and those who wish to join the College Honors Program. Zoom: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/3748854315 Meeting ID: 374 885 4315
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: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/81812642831 Meeting ID: 818 1264 2831
Recreation Center & Physical Activities Session: Learn about Adventure Programs, sports clubs, intramural sports, and much more. Zoom: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/89039328217 Meeting ID: 890 3932 8217
Veterans & Dependents of Veterans Meeting: Learn more about the process for certifying VA educational benefits at UCSB. Zoom: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/85012296155 Meeting ID: 850 1229 6155
3:15-4:30pm - 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: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/87929931345 Meeting ID: 879 2993 1345
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:
https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/86904503741 Meeting ID: 869 0450 3741
DAY 2 (Tues, August 6 & Fri, August 9)
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: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/86925062692 Meeting ID: 869 2506 2692
10:15-11:30am - Student Viewpoint Panel
Summer Orientation student staff will respond with candor to questions about student life at UCSB.
Zoom: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/84589193878 Meeting ID: 845 8919 3878
11:45am-12:30pm - Co-Curricular Workshops
Unfortunately we have had to cancel our live Zoom breakout sessions for Day 2 of our program. Presenters are recording their sessions and we will post them as soon as they are available. Thank you and we apologize for the change in schedule.
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.
Beyond the Classroom-Getting Involved at UCSB: Learn about the benefits of involvement and some of the great opportunities available through various organizations on campus and in the community. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-OtRNb1xQ0
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.
Environmental Issues & Involvement at UCSB: Join the Environmental Affairs Board and learn about the efforts of students to continue the legacy of conservation, activism and environmental policy that Santa Barbara is known for.
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
LGBTQA+ Student Services: Learn about the Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (RCSGD) and hear about services and involvement opportunities offered through the center.
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.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmpvlOUAoaU
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:
https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/84673393706 Meeting ID: 846 7339 3706
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). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNetNUnvsus