March 2025
Gaucho Parent & Family Newsletter
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Hello, Gaucho parents & families!
We hope you are enjoying a restful spring break with your Gaucho. As students prepare to return to campus for spring quarter, this month's newsletter includes a 2025-26 housing rental fair reminder, information on UCSB's Give Day and Senior Celebration, a highlight of academic support resources, and more.
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| Reminders & Announcements
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- The final rental fair for 2025-26 off-campus housing will take place April 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Storke Plaza. View active vacancies in the community. For additional support in securing off-campus housing next academic year, contact University and Community Housing office in person upstairs in the UCen, by phone at 805-893-4371 or by email at housinginfo@housing.ucsb.edu.
- Spring quarter is a common time for students to still land summer internships and full-time jobs, and apply for on-campus jobs for next academic year. Career Services hosts their Spring Job and Internship Fair on Wednesday, April 23 at the Events Center where students can engage with employers in person. Their Handshake job board currently has over 50 on-campus jobs posted with many departments hiring for summer and to start next academic year. Encourage your student to apply!
- Looking to potentially offset the cost of UCSB through federal tax credits? We know Tax Day is almost upon us and you may be searching for the 1098T tax form. Your student can access the form by following the instructions listed on the Business & Financial Services website. They will receive the form online and can share it with you.
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UCSB ranks fifth in prestigious Putnam Math Competition
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A team of students earned UC Santa Barbara its highest-ever finish in one of the most challenging undergraduate mathematics contests. UCSB placed fifth among 477 universities across North America. Meet the team.
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UCSB Give DayApril 10UCSB’s Give Day is April 10! On Give Day, participation is the vision. Last year, UC Santa Barbara received over 3,500 gifts for its students, research and programs. Behind each gift is a proud member of our community. We are especially grateful for the parents and families who enhance every part of the UC Santa Barbara experience for all students. Want to double your impact? Click this link to check ahead of time to see if your employer has a matching gift program. Learn more here.
All Gaucho ReunionApril 24 - 27Reunion weekend is almost here! Join alumni, staff, and students for a lively celebration of Gaucho pride. It’s the perfect chance to reconnect with your student, enjoy festive Gaucho experiences, and connect with the vibrant alumni community!
Senior Celebration
May 7|11:00 am - 1:00 pm|Storke Plaza
The Senior Celebration is a time for seniors to make the most of their last moments as a UCSB student, to connect with friends, and get set for life after graduation. There will be photo ops, live music, free food, exclusive UCSB merchandise, and more fun activities. Plus, resources will be available to support their career planning, staying connected with UCSB, and preparing for the next chapter. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with them!
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Resource of the Month: Academic Support
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As your student prepares to return for spring quarter, they may have the need to seek out additional academic support on campus. Below are a few of the many options available to students:
Campus Learning Assistance Services (CLAS): CLAS offers group tutorials connected to specific lower division math, science, economics, and statistics courses; drop-in tutoring for languages, writing, science, math, economics, and statistics; one-time study skills workshops; and academic skills consultations.
College Advising Offices (Letters and Science, Engineering, or Creative Studies): Each College offers academic advisors available for questions regarding course scheduling and academic planning.
ONDAS Student Center: The ONDAS Student Center promotes the success and retention of first-generation college students with an emphasis on the first year transition and underrepresented student experience. They provide mentoring and academic support in a learning-centered space for students to connect with faculty, staff, and peers in order to grow personally and excel academically.
The Transfer Student Center (TSC): The TSC's mission is to support the success and growth of transfer students who have a diverse and specific set of needs. Located centrally in the UCSB Library, the center is home to full-time academic advisors from the College of Letters & Science, peer mentors, and departmental partners who are able to help transfer students transition successfully to UCSB by providing specialized programming and opportunities that add value to their undergraduate education.
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| Parent & Family Resources
Stay Connected and Informed
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Information on quarterly instruction dates and holidays.
Campus Map
UC Santa Barbara’s newly launched, interactive campus map can help you navigate our beautiful campus on your next visit.
Shoreline
Students can find events offered by different campus departments, organizations, and student groups.
Campus Calendar
Displays all the events happening around campus. You can filter by event types, target audience, or topic and stay informed on what UCSB has to offer each quarter.
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