May 2012
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FINAL EXAMINATION SCHEDULE: MON - THURS, JUNE 11...
Can you believe finals are here already??? The spring 2012 final examination schedule can be downloaded from the Fall 2012 Schedule of Classes. Go to item 6: “Final Examination Policies and Schedule.” First you will see Fall 2012, scroll down and Spring 2012 will be listed. Planning out your finals will help you to be able to prioritize your studying and allow you to feel more...
DO YOU NEED TO REQUEST AN INCOMPLETE?
At the instructor’s discretion, an incomplete grade notation may be assigned for work that is of passing quality but incomplete by the end of spring term. The deadline to complete the work must be negotiated with the instructor and must be no later than the last day of fall quarter 2012. Incomplete grade notations are typically given for emergency reasons or unforeseen circumstances, and...
IT IS NEVER TOO EARLY TO START CAREER PLANNING
Whether you are in your first, second, third or fourth year at UCSC, you can be taking steps to identify meaningful career goals. Click here for a four-year planner with suggested activities for each year to clarify your career interests and begin to take steps to enter the professional world. The Career center offers career assessments at UCSC and links to online career assessments, major...
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY IN EDUCATION: CORRE LA VOZ
Undergraduate mentors will intern at Bay View Elementary with 4th and 5th graders who need to re-classify as English proficient. You will work with students in areas of: math tutoring, digital project development, photography, video making, etc. Working with students in small groups and one-on-one to assess their interests and needs will be key. As a mentor you will learn: classroom management,...
WHAT IS ACE?
Are you thinking about majoring in a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) discipline? Would you like to meet other UCSC students with the same interest? Then ACE is the Place for you! The UCSC Academic Excellence Program (ACE) brings STEM students together in small discussion sections that accompany the large math and science lectures. This program helps you understand the lecture...
ADVISING TIP OF THE WEEK: PREPPING FOR FINALS
As you wrap up your 9th week of spring 2012, finals are waiting right around the corner. In two more weeks the quarter will be over and summer break will be here! But before you start daydreaming about the wonderful summer plans that lie ahead, make sure you are setting yourself up for finals success. You are on the home stretch, the final sprint to the finish line, so don’t give up now! ...
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY: MON, MAY 28
Monday, May 28th, no classes and UCSC campus office will be closed in observation of Memorial Day.
DEADLINE: REMOVAL OF INCOMPLETE FROM WITNER 2012:...
If you received a grade of “I” (Incomplete) in a winter 2012 course, it is time to finish your work if you haven’t already done so! (Not sure if you have an Incomplete? Check your winter grades on your MyUCSC now.) Contact the instructor to clarify what is required to complete the course. You must complete the work for the course and file the “Petition for Removal of an...
SENIORS! DO YOU NEED TO CORRECT YOUR EGT (Expected...
Your EGT (Expected Graduation Term) can be found in your Student Advising Summary on the Student Center page of your MyUCSC portal. Clicking on the “Degree” tab will reveal your final quarter at UCSC. If you need extra time beyond your EGT to complete your degree requirements (especially if your EGT is spring 2012), it is important to see your college adviser to petition extra...
SATISFYING YOUR C2 REQUIREMENT
Have you satisfied your C2 requirement? Your C2 requirement must be satisfied before the start of your 7th UCSC quarter. Writing 2 and 80B of your college core course (and Stevenson 81B) are the only UCSC courses that satisfy the C2 composition general education requirement for graduation. WRITING 2 COURSES FILL UP QUICKLY, so be sure to enroll at your first opportunity!
Enrollment...
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...
HOW TO DETERMINE IF A CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE...
Many of you have been inquiring about taking classes over the summer at your local community college and how to determine if they will count for GE requirements or simply be transferable for credit. For those of you that started at UCSC before fall 2010, the website assist.org will be your best friend! This website will let you know what classes will count for GE’s and be transferable at...
ADVISING TIP OF THE WEEK: SECURING A SUMMER JOB
Summer will be here before you know it! What do your summer plans entail? Are you traveling, taking summer classes, or working? If you are looking to earn a little extra money over the summer, now is the time to start trying to secure employment. Here are some tips to help you get a summer job:
No previous work experience, no problem. If you haven’t held a paying job, think about other...
ECON 2 NOW OPEN FOR FALL 2012!!
Offered MWF 11am-12:10pm in Classroom Unit 2 taught by Professor Michael Hutchison.
PRIORITY ENROLLMENT IS UNDERWAY!
Priority enrollment began on Monday, May 14th!! If you are not certain what classes you should take fall quarter 2012, then see your college adviser for guidance. Try to enroll as close to your appointment time as possible in order to have the best chance at securing the classes you need.
THE COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF CLASSES (SOC)
Are you accessing the complete Schedule of Classes? In addition to the course listings for the quarter, important information is contained in the online text pages of the Schedule of Classes at http://reg.ucsc.edu/soc.htm. You will find important announcements, information on placement exams, final exam schedules, course descriptions of classes, and enrollment conditions for interview only...
THINKING OF ENROLLING IN MORE THAN 19 CREDITS?
No one can enroll in more than 19 credits until the first day of instruction for the quarter. On the first day of classes (Thursday, September 27th, 2012) students with a cumulative UCSC GPA of 3.0 or above may enroll in up to 22 credits without approval from their college. You need college approval for an increased course load if you would like to:
Enroll in more than 22 credits and you have a...
MINIMUM PROGRESS POLICY
To be considered as making minimum progress toward graduation, you should be earning at least 36 credits in your most recent 3 quarters of UCSC enrollment; and you must maintain an average of at least 12 credits per quarter overall. If you will not be earning at least 36 credits from Fall 11, Winter 12, & Spring 12 credits, you should plan on taking summer courses to bring your credits up to...
33RD ANNUAL MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL: SAT, MAY 19TH
The 33rd Annual Multicultural Festival: Embracing the Beauty of Difference Through Culture is an annual event that promotes cultural awareness within and outside the UCSC community. The participating organizations serve traditional ethnic food, student performers put on traditional dances, and bands representative of the multicultural movement culminate the festival. This years headline...
ADVISING TIP OF THE WEEK: THE IMPORTANCE OF...
No matter what direction you want to take after college, networking is your key to success. Whether graduate school is on your radar or you are ready to dive into the working world, your connections will help you get there. Studies show that 80% of jobs are found through networking or the “hidden job market.” Here are a few helpful networking tips to start putting into practice:
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REMINDER: DEADLINE TO WITHDRAW FROM A COURSE: ...
Regardless of the grading option you have chosen, you may formally withdraw from a class by filing a Petition to Withdraw From a Course at your college office. The completed petition must be filed by the end of the sixth week of instruction, which is the deadline date listed above. The grade notation of W will appear on your official transcript, but it not included in your GPA calculation.
REMINDER: DEADLINE TO WITHDRAW FROM THE...
Due to unexpected circumstances, some students need to withdraw during a quarter. This date is the deadline to do so except for medical or other emergency reasons. Before you initiate a withdrawal it is important to consider the possible implications. Here are a few to consider:
Financial Aid, Campus Housing, and Parking Pass
Coming back tot the University: Readmission
Academic Record
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ADVISING WEEK: MON, MAY 7 - FRI, MAY 11
What is Advising Week? An opportunity for students to get assistance and guidance from their college (or major adviser) in order to prepare for Fall 2012 enrollment. This is a great time to meet with your college advisers and determine what GE’s you might have left and if you hope to graduate in the fall what requirements you have left to meet. Priority enrollment appointments are posted...
PRIORITY ENROLLMENT BEGINS FOR FALL 2012: MON,...
Check your MyUCSC student portal for your enrollment appointment(s). Enroll in classes for Fall 2012 as close to your enrollment times as possible to ensure that you have the best chance in securing the courses you want for next quarter. You may continue to add, drop, or swap courses from your MyUCSC account up until Wednesday October 17, 2012. However, to drop below 12 credits you will need...
WHAT IS TWO-PASS ENROLLMENT?
UCSC has what is called a two-pass enrollment process. This is designed to allow students fair access to classes, and ensures that lower class members have a better choice of classes before they fill up. If you are a junior, sophomore, or frosh, two enrollment times will be posted to your MyUCSC. During first pass, you are allowed to enroll in up to 14 credits. You should prioritize your two...
PRIORITY DEADLINE FOR CAL TEACH: MON, MAY 14
Do you want to teach Math and Science? Then consider an internship in Fall 2012 with Cal Teach! The program has a priority application deadline of Monday, May 14th for Fall 2012 placement, with late applications being accepted as space in the program permits. California Teach is a University of California system wide program for undergraduate science, math, and engineering majors on all UC...
WHY DO I HAVE A HOLD ON MY ENROLLMENT
A hold on your enrollment is your cue to take care of some important university business. Enrollment holds are visible on the right side of your Student Center in your portal. Click “Details” to find out who placed the hold, why the hold was place, and how to get it released. Some examples of holds placed by your college: undeclared major, academic standing issues, extension of...
ADVISING TIP OF THE WEEK: HOW TO COMBAT SLEEP...
Getting enough sleep is a constant battle for college students. College students are the most “sleep deprived” people in our country, with only 11% getting quality sleep according to a recent study. Further research indicates that students who go to sleep earlier and wake earlier perform better academically. In addition, there is a correlation between sleep deprivation and...
Cool Summer Courses...
Looking to take an elective class to earn credit toward graduation over the summer? Well here are a couple of unique and interesting classes that you might want to take a look at:
CMMU 161Women’s Health Activism: Examines concrete aspects of women’s health in social and political contexts, including such factors as environmental and occupational health, the role of race and...
TODAY! DEADLINE TO CHANGE COLLEGE: THURS, MAY 3
Every undergraduate at UCSC is a member of one of the university’s 10 colleges. The college system is designed to foster intellectual, cultural, and residential communities with the larger campus community. There are some cases in which a student feels they need to change their college affiliation. This is the deadline to do so. Both the current and prospective college must approve the...
DEADLINE TO WITHDRAW FROM A COURSE: FRI, MAY 11
Regardless of the grading option you have chosen, you may formally withdraw from a class by filing a Petition to Withdraw from a Course at your college office. The completed petition must be filed by the end of the sixth week of instruction, which is the deadline date listed above. The grade notation of W will appear on your official transcript, but it is not included in your GPA calculation.
DEADLINE TO WITHDRAW FROM THE UNIVERSITY: FRI,...
Due to unexpected circumstances, some students need to withdraw during a quarter. This date is the deadline to do so except for medical or other emergency reasons. Before you initiate a withdrawal it is important to consider the possible implications. Here are a few to consider:
Financial Aid, Campus Housing, and Parking Pass
Coming back to the University: Readmission
Academic Record
...
DEADLINE TO ADD BY PETITION: FRI, MAY 11
This is your final opportunity to add a class to your spring quarter record. The petitions are available online at http://reg.ucsc.edu/forms.htm and require the signature of your instructor and the chair of the academic department offering the course. (You may also need the signature of your college adviser if adding the class brings your total credits to 20 or more and your GPA does not make...
UCUES SURVEY
Your opinion matters AND you could win an iPad, Zipcar membership or $100 gift card to the Bay Tree Bookstore!!! UCUES is an official UCSC survey of all undergraduate students that is conducted every other spring quarter. This online survey asks students, like you, to evaluate the quality of your education and UCSC experience. This is your opportunity to have your voice heard and to help...
SUMMER COURSES AT UCSC
Summer Session at UCSC is a great option to take courses that typically fill up quickly during the school year or take courses to explore possible majors. You can also catch up on missing requirements or credits. You can view all the course offerings on the searchable schedule of classes. Here are just a few courses that might fit your situation that are still open as of Monday April 30th,...
ADVISING TIP OF THE WEEK: MANAGING STRESS
Stress is a part of everyday life. There are many instances when stress can be helpful, such as, stress created by a deadline to finish a paper. This stress can motivate you to finish an assignment on time. But when experienced in excess, stress has the opposite effect. It can harm our emotional and physical health, and limit our ability to function at home, in school, and within our...
