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August 2022
Gaucho Parents & Family Newsletter

Hello, Gaucho parents & families!

The 2022-23 academic school year is around the corner! This newsletter provides important reminders for your students as they prepare to return for fall quarter, tips for incoming students joining the UCSB community, exciting new rankings that highlight UCSB's academic excellence on a global scale, and resources for recent graduates.

Please note that all information shared in this email is subject to change.

Back to School Reminders

COVID-19 health and safety protocols continue to be observed on campus. All students, staff and faculty must be in compliance with UC's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy in order to access campus facilities, including University housing.
Please encourage your student to check their University email frequently! Many important University updates and communications are sent to students via their UCSB email. Students should check this email often (we recommend daily) to ensure they do not miss time-sensitive information. Additionally, students should log into Gaucho On-Line Data (GOLD) to view registration pass times and deadlines, as well as important university messages.
Campus housing assignments and roommate information have started going out to students! Encourage your student to check their University email for this information.
Does your student have questions about parking on campus? Students who wish to purchase a parking permit (either residential, commuter, or night & weekend) should review information about student ePermits. Parking permits are limited and restrictions apply. See the Transportation and Parking Services website for more information.

All registered students are able to ride the MTD bus for no additional cost with their student id card (ACCESS Card). The bus travels to downtown Santa Barbara, into Goleta, Isla Vista, and around the edge of campus.

Important Dates

Labor Day: September 5 (University closed)
Fall Quarter Fee Deadline: September 15
Move-In Weekend: September 17-18
New Student Convocation: September 19
Week of Welcome: September 19-23
Fall Quarter Instruction Begins: September 22
Parents & Family Weekend: November 4-5
Link to Academic Calendar

We Asked: What are your top tips for incoming freshmen?

In-person orientation returned to campus this summer for the Class of 2026. Orientation staff leaders share their top tips for future Gauchos starting at UC Santa Barbara this fall!

World Renowned Rankings

A new, comprehensive international ranking of universities by areas of study finds UC Santa Barbara in the upper echelon for multiple fields. Discover which subjects ranked in top tiers.

We Asked: What are you most excited to experience?

The countdown is on! From academic opportunities to our supportive community, incoming students have so much to look forward to as they begin their college journey at UC Santa Barbara.

Resources for Recent Graduates

If your student recently graduated from UC Santa Barbara, there are several campus resources available to help them with the job search and career planning process!

UCSB graduates can continue to utilize numerous Career Services resources within one year of when they were last enrolled in classes. This includes career advising, document review, and events hosted by Career Services.

Additionally, students can connect with current UCSB students, UCSB alumni and potential future employers through the Gaucho Network. The Gaucho Network provides the opportunity to stay connected with the growing UCSB community, network with past classmates, and mentor current Gauchos. Current UCSB students can also join Gaucho Network to explore job opportunities, gain career advice, and connect with classmates.

Parent & Family Resources
Stay Connected and Informed

Shoreline
Students can find events offered by different campus departments, organizations, and student groups.

UCSB 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 Facebook Page
The official UCSB Parents & Family Facebook page.

UCSB 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.

UCSB COVID-19 Website
COVID-19 updates, protocols, and related information for the UC Santa Barbara community.

Student Affairs Departments & Resources
A centralized list of all services in Student Affairs and the easiest ways to contact departments.

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Parent & Family Giving
Interested in getting more involved with UCSB? Click here to learn how parents can make an impact at our University.

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