This month's newsletter includes Give Day thanks, reminders and resources for move out, a pop quiz for Earth Day, information on UCSB's sustainability efforts and opportunities for student involvement, and more.
Reminders & Announcements
Commencement season is here, and The Campus Store is thrilled to celebrate your graduate with stunning floral arrangements from The Commencement Group. From elegant roses to vibrant Hawaiian leis, we have a variety of options available for pre-order. Add that extra touch of joy to your graduation celebration.
Summer housing application opened on April 1 for students 18 and older enrolled in Summer Session classes or the International Student Summer Programs through the UCSB extension. Contract offers will be sent in mid-May.
Move-out is around the corner, and we encourage your student to start planning now. Whether your student may need to find storage solutions or wants to donate items to a good cause, planning ahead helps reduce waste and stress at the end of the academic year. UCSB has partnered with Campus Storage and Storage Scholars to provide moving and storage services for UCSB students.
Want to give advice to incoming Gaucho parents? In preparation for the arrival of new students this fall, we are asking current UCSB parents what words of wisdom they have to share with incoming Gaucho parents & families. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for your support on Give Day 2024! Because of the generosity of parents, alumni and supporters, UCSB Give Day 2024 broke all records. You helped us collectively raise $6,511,450 through 3,537 gifts.
A New Grad Slam Champion is Crowned
For over a decade, UCSB graduate students have competed annually for the best 3-minute research talk. This year’s winner Kacie Ring — a Ph.D. student in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology — will go on to compete at the systemwide UC Grad Slam on Friday, May 3. Catch the final round, held at LinkedIn Headquarters, via livestream.
Resource of the Month: Fostering a culture of sustainability
UC Santa Barbara strives to capitalize on our position as an institution of higher education to ensure that all students understand the interconnectedness of environmental, economic, and social systems and to communicate that we each have a role to play in sustainability. There are a number of related organizations that students can get involved with. View the full list.
Parent & Family Resources Stay Connected and Informed
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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Gaucho Parents Website Connects parents and supporters of UCSB students to valuable resources and offices on campus in order to better address questions and concerns.
University & Community Housing Services Handles all housing processes for UCSB residence halls and apartments, and offers resources for community housing such as rental listings, conflict resolution, and rental advice. Student Affairs Departments & Resources A centralized list of all services in Student Affairs and the easiest ways to contact departments.
