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6 | UCI GuideComprehensive advice, information for student success

6 | Welcome UCI Parents and Families!

7 | Anteater Chronicles

8 | Financial Aid, Scholarships and UC Blue + Gold Opportunity Plan

10 | Academic Advising at UCI

12 | Living on Campus

15 | UCI: Serious About Student Safety

16 | FERPA: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and University Policy

17 | Involvement on Campus: Lifelong Benefits

19 | Career Planning: A Collaborative Process

20 | Wellness and Health: Coping with Transition

21 | Safeguarding Your Student’s Health

23 | Getting Around: Go Green!

25 | Make the Most of Summer

26 | Anteater Parents: Get Involved!

28 | ResourcesMust-have knowledge to navigate your way

28 | Additional UCI Resources & Services

31 | UCI Calendars

32 | Four Year Planner 2013/14 — 2016/17

36 | Proud Supporters of UCI

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Welcome UCI Parents and Families!Greetings on behalf of the UC Irvine ’Eater family. As an alumnus, I can attest that our campus is a perfect college choice to provide the most memorable and cherished learning experiences for your students. This magnificent campus ranks among the world’s finest in undergraduate and graduate programs and pioneering research. UC Irvine’s academic and co-curricular offerings are designed to nurture and challenge students to cultivate their unique talents.

We are proud that we are able to maintain the ambiance of a small college campus with a strong mutual support network among students, faculty and staff. The campus culture is that of a vibrant and caring environment. This ‘small town college feel’ along with our diverse campus are aspects of our distinctive legacy in which we take great pride.

Your students will come to learn about UCI Pillars of Excellence and UCI Values. We strive to instill character and leadership excellence along with academic and research excellence in all that we achieve. Our values – respect, intellectual curiosity, integrity, commitment, empathy, appreciation and fun – promote the highest standards and expectations among the UCI community.

Thank you for your commitment to partner with us to support your student’s achievements. We are looking forward to another great year for the ’Eater family.

Thomas A. Parham,’77 Ph.D.Vice Chancellor Student Affairs

Anteater Chronicles

Anteater Anticsucisca.wordpress.com

Online Archive of UCI Historyucispace.lib.uci.edu/handle/10575/5882

In September 1960, The Irvine Company transferred title for 1,000 acres to the University of California. UC Irvine opened for classes in October 1965 with only 8 buildings, welcoming 119 faculty members and 1,589 students to a campus that was still a work in progress.

The official anniversary celebration begins with the 50th Commencement festivities in June 2015. The celebration will conclude with the June 2016 Commencement.

The Anteater Mascotwww.uci.edu/peter/

On November 30, 1965, students voted in the anteater as the official mascot, inspired by Johnny Hart’s “B.C.” comic strip and the feisty anteater that made a “zot” sound when his long sticky tongue zeroed in on prey. Even before the anteater mascot became official, the “Zot!” cheer had been adopted in October 1965. Today the anteater, now named Peter, prevails and thrives. A sign at Orange County’s John Wayne International Airport reads, “Welcome to Anteater Country.” Campus activities and services, from the student portal (ZotPortal) to the Career Center’s job listing portal (Zotlink), have incorporated the rallying cry. Student bills are paid through Zot Accounts and UCI sports fans refer to themselves collectively as ’Eater Nation. The campus convenience store is called Zot-n-Go, e-mail announcements to the campus community are ZotMails, and an emergency message from UCI to cell phones is a zotALERT.

Peter’s Historyhttp://news.uci.edu/features/b-c-comic-strip-artist-coming-to-celebrate-uci

UCI Traditions Tutorialhttp://news.uci.edu/features/uci-traditions-tutorial



Financial Aid, Scholarships and UC Blue + Gold Opportunity Planwww.ofas.uci.edu(949) 824-8262

It is important for parents and students to pay attention to and meet all deadlines, keep copies of all documents and correspondence, and read all e-mails from the financial aid office.

Scholarships

UC Irvine scholarships are awarded for outstanding academic achievement. Some scholarships have specific criteria such as leadership, community service, financial need, academic major, or special skills and talents. For a comprehensive list, visit www.ofas.uci.edu/content/Scholarships.aspx.

Scholarships Resource Center

The Scholarships Resource Center assists undergraduate students in researching and applying for internal and external scholarships. Students are encouraged to visit the center during drop-in hours, or make an appointment to meet a staff member for personalized assistance. To make an appointment, email [email protected].

For more information, visit www.ofas.uci.edu/src or the Scholarships Resource Center on Facebook www.facebook.com/UCIScholarshipsResourceCenter

Blue + Gold Opportunity Plan Expands UC Accesswww.universityofcalifornia.edu/blueandgold

The University of California enrolls more low-income students (more than a third of all undergraduates) than any other top research university system. The Blue + Gold program expands access to UC by establishing a minimum level of grant aid for undergraduates with financial need and qualifying household incomes.

For California residents whose families qualify, Blue + Gold fully covers UC’s systemwide fees. Qualified students must be in their first four years of attendance, or first two years for transfer students.The program establishes a minimum amount of grants and scholarships

students can receive. Students with sufficient financial need can qualify for additional grants to cover other educational expenses such as books, transportation and room and board.

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The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships recognizes that paying for a UCI education is a partnership between parents, students and the university. We provide resources and services to assist students and their families with grants, scholarships, work-study and loans. All eligible students and parents can receive some type of financial assistance.

The University of California currently provides grant and scholarship assistance to more than half of all undergraduates. The net price calculator available at http://www.ofas.uci.edu/content/Calculator.aspx gives families a better idea of the total amount of financial aid they might expect to receive.

Students must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form each year by March 2 to establish financial need and be considered for all types of need-based financial aid for the next academic year. FAFSA information: www.fafsa.gov

Students who are not eligible to file a FAFSA and qualify for the AB540 fee exemption can apply for certain types of financial aid by completing the California Dream Application by March 2. Dream Application information: www.caldreamact.org.

UCI Online Scholarship Application

deadline for current students.Apply for scholarships ranging from $500 to $10,000 through “My Aid” starting January 15, 2014.

Mark Your Calendar Today!Missing this deadline could mean losing grant, loan and/or work-study opportunities!Each year, file your FAFSA or California Dream Application and Cal Grant GPA Verification Form by March 2 to qualify for the highest possible financial aid award. No separate application is needed for the Blue + Gold plan; qualifying students automatically receive benefits.

Financial Aid Resources

Central Cashier Serviceswww.fs.uci.edu/Cashier/Payments.htm228 Aldrich HallMonday – Friday10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 2 – 4 p.m.

Student Financial Matters at UCI www.fs.uci.edu/parents/financial.htm

ZOT Account Onlinezotaccount.uci.edu

The State of California requires that you be told the following:Federal student loans are available to most students regardless of income and provide a range of repayment options including income-based repayment plans and loan forgiveness benefits, which other education loans are not required to provide.

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Academic Advising at UCI

Your Student’s Path to Success

UC Irvine Undergraduate Academic Counselinghttp://ps.uci.edu/~stuaff/ac.html

UCI students are advised by highly qualified academic counselors who understand curriculum and degree requirements. Academic counseling is tailored to each student’s major and interest area. Academic counselors strive to give advice and coordinate with faculty to help students become more proactive and take advantage of campus resources.

Advising Resources

First-Year Integrated Programwww.due.uci.edu/fip

Freshman Seminar Programwww.freshmanseminar.uci.edu

Peer Academic Advising Programwww.due.uci.edu/paap

Transfer Student Centerwww.transfercenter.uci.edu

Academic Support

Campus Writing Coordinatorwww.writing.uci.edu

Learning Academic Resource Center (LARC)www.larc.uci.edu

Study Spaces on Campus

Libraries www.lib.uci.edu/about/visit/study-on-campus.html

Campus Study Spaces mapwww.law.uci.edu/library/about/ucistudyspaces.pdf

Expanding Opportunities

Campuswide Honors Programwww.honors.uci.edu

Scholarship Opportunities Programwww.scholars.uci.edu

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Programwww.grad.uci.edu/about-us/diversity/grad-prep-programs/non-uci-students/surf.html

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)www.urop.uci.edu

Cooperative Approach

Many of the directors who oversee the counseling offices have worked at UCI for over 25 years. All academic counselors are dedicated to fostering effective communication and inter-school coordination. Counselors in the various academic disciplines work together to provide the best possible service to students.

Strategic Advantage

School-based academic counseling allows advisors to get to know the students. Because counselors are responsible for all facets of each student’s academic plan, undergraduates are likely to see the same faces from their first year through commencement. Closely connected to the faculty, UCI counselors have a comprehensive understanding of each school’s curricular structure, requirements and policies. This provides students with a strategic advantage: consistent advice as they advance toward graduation.


UC IRVINE GUIDE

www.housing.uci.edu

UC Irvine offers on-campus undergraduate housing for a smooth transition to college. UCI guarantees two years of on-campus housing to all single freshmen under age 25 enrolling for fall quarter who meet housing and admissions deadlines. Students must live on campus for their entire first year to be guaranteed housing in the second year. Transfer students are guaranteed one year of housing in either Arroyo Vista theme houses or on-campus apartments.

Your student’s RALive-in Resident Advisors (RA) serve students in the residence halls, theme houses and on-campus apartments. Trained to provide leadership, support and fun for student residents, they play important roles in helping freshmen and transfer students adjust to life on campus.

Appliances in student roomsOn-campus housing is well equipped to meet students’ needs. Each residence has a kitchen with refrigerator, stove and microwave. While UL-certified refrigerators not larger than 4.3 cubic feet are allowed in rooms, freestanding microwaves and electrical cooking units are not. Visit housing.uci.edu/communityLife/What_to_Bring.html.

Getting along with a roommateLiving successfully with roommates requires flexibility and a willingness to openly and tactfully communicate. Sharing a room can foster personal growth and lifelong friendship. By establishing ground rules early, roommates increase their chances of getting along. RAs can help in this process.

Resources for sick studentsAs a safety precaution, Student Housing requests that all students with special medical conditions report them to a roommate, RA and community housing office. Residents must inform their community housing office of all suspected or actual cases of a contagious disease such as hepatitis, meningitis or

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chicken pox. Roommates or RAs may request meals for a sick student who has a valid meal card. Students may make appointments for an evaluation by a medical professional at the UCI Student Health Center, www.shs.uci.edu.

The University of Californiawill be smoke-free effective January 1, 2014 including on-campus housing communities. For information about the UC Irvine implementation of this all-UC policy, please visit www.chancellor.uci.edu/smoke-free.

Drugs and alcohol in campus housingUC complies with federal laws limiting alcohol use to students age 21 and over and prohibiting the use of illegal drugs. UCI offers many drug and alcohol-free activities. www.healtheducation.uci.edu

Living off-campusStudents who live off campus can get help finding an apartment or roommate by visiting Housing Administrative Services (G458 Student Center), housing.uci.edu/services/Off-Campus_Housing.html, or checking the Anteater Housing Network, offcampus.housing.uci.edu.

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UCI: Serious About Student Safety

www.police.uci.edu

The UC Irvine Police Department (UCIPD) provides a safe and secure educational environment for the entire campus, and Irvine is California’s safest city. All UCI Police Officers are state-certified and exercise full law enforcement powers to make arrests, uphold all applicable laws and provide any necessary enforcement services. The UCIPD takes great pride in its community policing efforts and works closely with the City of Irvine Police Department and with the Orange County Fire Authority.In addition to 24-hour police patrol and response services, the UCIPD provides:

• 24-hour 9-1-1 Communications Center to immediately dispatch police, fire and medical services anywhere on campus. All calls are routed directly to the UCIPD’s Communications Center.

• Emergency Blue Light Phones located throughout campus provide 24-7 emergency response. The caller’s location is provided directly to the dispatcher for 9-1-1 and all Blue Light calls.

• zotALERT text and email emergency notification system. One of several UCI emergency communication modes. Students are strongly advised to sign up for zotALERTs at www.oit.uci.edu/zotalert.

• Campus safety escort program. Free service available during evening hours, seven days a week. Call (949) 824-SAFE (824-7233) to request an escort anywhere on campus. www.police.uci.edu/services/safety_escorts.html.

• Crime prevention safeguards

• Security for special events and student activities

• Alarm monitoring and response

Campus Housing: Safety and Security Firsthousing.uci.edu/communityLife/Health_and_Safety.html

Resident Advisors (RAs) are available around the clock to maintain a safe and secure environment. Although there is no curfew in any on-campus housing community, all residential facilities are locked 24 hours a day. Students must use keys to access both residences and rooms at all times. Parents can reinforce UCI’s safety precautions by reminding students to avoid permitting access to strangers, leaving room doors propped open or unlocked, and to stay alert.



Involvement on Campus: Lifelong Benefitsstudentlife.uci.educampusorgs.uci.eduwww.studentgov.uci.edu

Leadership GrowthThere are many ways for UCI students to continue to develop their passions through being an involved student leader. Students who get involved have a more positive and fulfilling college experience. By participating in internships, student government, cultural organizations, community service projects and other opportunities available to them, UCI students gain lifelong benefits.

More than 600 campus organizations – including 46 fraternities and sororities – focus on academics, international and cultural interests, performing arts, politics, community service, social support, religion and spirituality, sports and recreation, environmental issues, and other special interests.

Involved students will develop UCI’s five essential Core Leadership Competencies:

• Interpersonal Development – oral and written communication skills; conflict resolution; team and community building

• Social Responsibility – knowledge of social services; participate in community service and civic engagement

• Administrative Skills – time management; budgeting; organizational skills

FERPA: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and University Policy

The University of California is required by law to comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). This law establishes guidelines to protect the privacy of student records and to provide students access to these records. This means that students have the right to keep their records private and that the university is prohibited from sharing a student’s FERPA-protected information with anyone without a written release.

This does not mean that information is not available to you as parents.

Students may share information with authorized parties in the following ways:Students may sign authorizations for parents to discuss their accounts with Campus Billing. Form available at www.fs.uci.edu/CBS/authorization.htm

Students may sign authorizations for parents to discuss grants, scholarships and other awards with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.Form available at www.ofas.uci.edu/content/News.aspx#45

Students cannot authorize the release of grade reports to parents, but can send their parents printed or electronic copies themselves.



• Valuing Diversity – intercultural competence; appreciation of differences; pride in cultural identity

• Ethical Decision-Making – critical thinking; personal accountability; weighing benefits of different perspectives

Opportunities to build personal and professional development include:

• Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)

• Research assistantships

• Community, campus and professional internships

• Leadership-based campus employment

• Student assistantships

• Work study

• Student media

• Volunteer work

• Alternative Break trips

Career Planning: A Collaborative Process

www.career.uci.edu(949) 824-6881

UCI’s Career Center is committed to providing students individually tailored career advice and assessments, workshops and seminars on job-related issues, career fairs, graduate school fairs, on-campus interviews and related events, and job and internship opportunities. Students considering graduate or professional school are also welcome in the center for information and assistance.

Help us guide your student along the path to career success!

For students with tight class schedules, shorter 10-minute drop in hours (Take 10) are offered daily when school is in session. Online resources, such as webshops, career planning timelines and job postings are available on our website 24/7.

Resources for Students and Parents

UCI Career Center Website: Parents’ Sectionwww.career.uci.edu/parents_resources.aspx

Job Search Guidewww.career.uci.edu/JobSearchGuide.aspx

ZotLink Online Job Postingswww.career.uci.edu/Parents_ZotLink.aspx

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)www.urop.uci.edu/opportunities.html

How You Can Help: Tips for Parents

• Encourage your student to plan ahead by visiting the Career Center early and often.

• Support experiences that broaden your student’s exposure to career options, including internships, part-time work and the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP).

• Share the Career Planning Timeline with your student, available in the Career Center.

• Refer your student to the Career Center’s professionally trained counselors for an appointment.

• Post your organization’s career or internship opportunities on ZotLink.

• Offer your services as a guest speaker.

Parents interested in finding out more about being a resource for UCI students in their field, or who want to hire UCI students for their own organization are invited to contact our Employer Relations team at (949) 824-6881.

Anteater Involvement Fair

Held annually during fall Welcome Week

Monday, September 23, 201311 a.m.– 3 p.m.Aldrich Park

Join a club or organization, meet ASUCI representatives, connect with the campus community!



Wellness and Health: Coping with Transitionwww.whcs.uci.edu

College is an exciting time in a student’s life. At the same time, the first year can also be overwhelming: connecting with new friends, academic demands, finding one’s way around campus, missing old friends and juggling life’s other demands. With change comes stress, even when change is welcome and positive.

During this time, it is not uncommon for students to experience a range of emotions including depression and anxiety. Most students settle into a routine and adapt well to the transition. However, there are times in which the adjustment is more challenging. Some students may not directly communicate their distress, but their difficulty may be evident in their behaviors or emotional expression.

Signs to look for:

• Significant changes in sleep or eating habits

• Personal hygiene deterioration

• Significant changes in behavior

• Angry or threatening outbursts

• Thinking or expressing ideas/thoughts of harming themselves or others

• Changes in levels of functioning (e.g. decreased academic performance, social withdrawal)

• Evidence of drug or alcohol abuse

• Paranoia

• Anxiety, nervousness or agitation

• Forgetfulness or difficulty concentrating

• Low energy level or continuous sadness

• Irritability or low frustration tolerance

• Significant weight gain or loss

• Procrastination

The UC Irvine Counseling Center offers a wide range of services and referrals to help students regain confidence.

If you believe a student would be helped by therapy, a good way to suggest a counseling visit is to simply listen, express concern and recommend a Counseling Center appointment.

Safeguarding Your Student’s Health

Research indicates that wellness supports academic and personal success. Good health is about balancing life in all areas.

Stress BasicsStress is the primary health concern for students. While it is not possible to eliminate stress, how one responds to these experiences affects physical and mental health.Here are some tips for your student:

Sleep

• Too little sleep results in decreased motivation, memory and concentration.

• By studying well before exams and learning to take regular study breaks, students can avoid burnout and fatigue.

• Noise, light, substance use and poor health habits can compromise sleep. Earplugs and sleeping masks help sleep difficulties.

Exercise

• Exercising at least three days each week. Aerobic activities – walking, running, swimming, dancing or many other pursuits – satisfy this requirement.

• Exercise can help students make friends, relax after a test and allow time for reflection.

Healthy Diet

• Balanced meals help build a healthy immune system. UC Irvine’s food service offers students healthy menu options.

• Students should select “Peter’s Pick” healthy eating logo-identified items.

Relaxation

• Relaxation decreases metabolic heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate and muscle tension. Deep breathing and stretching help manage test anxiety and improve academic performance.

• Relaxation takes practice. Students should take time for relaxation exercise for at least 15 minutes each day.

Involvement

• Involvement with campus and community organizations can give students a healthy break from academic routine.

• Building relationships outside the classroom provides students significant mental health benefits.

• Parents can encourage students to join groups or activities that appeal to their interests.



On-Campus Health Resources

UCI Counseling Centerwww.counseling.uci.eduIndividual and group counseling with professional psychologists, personal consultation, crisis intervention, workshops and academic courses

UCI Student Health Centerwww.shs.uci.eduOn-campus health center with certified and licensed medical professionals

UCI Health Education Centerwww.healtheducation.uci.eduOffers health education instruction, individual consultation, information and workshops

UCI Campus Recreation and Anteater Recreation Center (ARC)www.campusrec.uci.eduFeatures an 89,000-square-foot indoor facility, a 25-acre outdoor complex and a sailing facility with intramural and club sports, classes, outdoor adventures, rock climbing and healthy cooking classes

Campus Organizationswww.campusorgs.uci.eduGet involved, have fun and make friends through over 600 opportunities.

Getting Around: Go Green!

www.parking.uci.edu

At UC Irvine, students don’t need their own cars. UCI’s Sustainable Transportation program makes it easy to go green and save money.

• Is your student going home, taking a trip or running an errand? With the University Carshare program, offering low-cost vehicle rental for students 18 and over, students can get where they need to drive without paying fees for overnight parking on campus. Some restrictions may apply. www.parking.uci.edu/AT/modes/carshare.cfm

• Students can gain valuable study time when they ride the bus. UCI’s University Pass Program allows students to ride OCTA buses anywhere in Orange County for one low membership fee. www.parking.uci.edu/AT/modes/OCTA.cfm

• UCI offers a 20% rebate on monthly or 7-day passes for Metrolink and Amtrak. To complete the trip to campus, OCTA bus number 473 runs between the Tustin Metrolink station and UCI.

• Metrolink: www.metrolinktrains.com

• Amtrak: www.amtrak.com

• UCI Zimride helps students ride-share. UCI community members can request or offer rides for commutes, road trips and popular events using a handy map. www.zimride.com/uci

• ASUCI’s Anteater Express shuttles pick up and drop off around campus regularly. GPS tracking is available for all buses, allowing passengers to view the real-time locations of shuttles and estimated arrival times at each stop. www.shuttle.uci.edu



• UCI Transportation and Distribution Services provides a complimentary Holiday Shuttle during Thanksgiving, Winter and Spring Breaks to local transportation hubs including John Wayne Airport and the Irvine Transportation Center.

• Reservations: www.parking.uci.edu/services/campus/holidayshuttle.cfm

• Biking is a quick and healthy way to get around campus. Need a bike? Purchase one at the monthly bike fair, or join ZotWheels, UCI’s bikeshare system. To sign up: www.parking.uci.edu/zotwheels/main.cfm

Register your bike for free at the Transportation and Distribution Services office. Information on registration, bike maps and campus rules: bike.uci.edu

Cars on Campus

Parking permits are required on campus 24/7. Commuter and resident permits are available online only. Log in to myCommute at www.parking.uci.edu.

VIP Service Program

UCI’s Motorist Assist and Bike Assist programs are provided on campus at no charge to all UCI affiliates. Available 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., services include jump-starts, tire sealant for your vehicle or bicycle, lockout service, gas can loans and emergency rides home from campus. Call (949) 824-VIPS (824-8477).

Make the Most of SummerSummer Session and Early Start Programs

Summer Session Online and On-Campus Coursessummer.uci.eduEnrolling in Summer Session is a great way for students to make year-round progress toward finishing their degree. UCI Summer Session offers more than 800 on-campus and online courses across 70 academic disciplines, allowing students to complete requirements, pick-up a minor, or engage in intellectual exploration.

Early Start Programs Freshman Summer Start and Transfer Summer Start help students ease into college life at UC Irvine before fall term begins. The new High School Summer Scholar program gives academically-minded high school juniors the opportunity to preview freshman year through a variety of course subject areas and co-curricular activities.

To learn more about Summer Session’s many programs and course offerings, visit summer.uci.edu, call (949) 824-6494, or email [email protected].



www.parents.uci.edu

UCI Parent & Family AssociationWelcome to the Anteater family! The UCI Parent & Family Association (P&FA) seeks to foster an environment of community support and forge an educational partnership between students, their families and the university.

P&FA volunteers are committed to enhancing the university experience for students and their families. Members make a difference through volunteer, advocacy and philanthropic efforts. Joining the P&FA is a great way to build connections with your student, meet fellow parents and learn more about UCI.

P&FA Membership Benefits: It Pays to Belong!

• Connections to other UCI families and the campus community

• Tips and information to help support your student

• Monthly e-newsletter

• An exclusive invitation to P&FA’s annual Breakfast with the Vice Chancellor

• Advance invitations to fun, informative events and special events for UCI Parents

• Opportunities to assist at UCI-sponsored events (for example, a summer orientation panel)

• Opportunities to share experiences and expertise

• Special discount at The Hill bookstore*

* Discount does not apply to textbooks.

Parent Leadership Committeewww.uadv.uci.edu/parents/committee.aspParents who wish to have an even more active role can join the Parent Leadership Committee and serve on special sub-committees, act as regional contacts for parents and students, attend area events to help identify prospective students and parents, and be a legislative advocate for UCI. Committee members are also invited to be university supporters through the UCI Fund.

Anteater Parents: Get Involved!

Celebrate UCISaturday, April 12, 2014

celebrate.uci.edu

One of UCI’s most festive traditions, the annual event for the whole family features an array of activities including the student Wayzgoose festival, Car Show on the Green, department open houses and activities. With live music, student performances, games, tours, food and information booths, and more, it’s a perfect day to visit your student at UCI! Stop by the Parent’s booth to meet some of our Parent Leadership Committee members!


RESOURCES

Additional UCI Resources & Services

All area codes are 949

Athletics

www.ucirvinesports.com824-6931Offers NCAA Division I competition in 18 sports. Most Anteater teams compete in the Big West Conference. Others are part of the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation.

Cross-Cultural Center

www.ccc.uci.edu824-7215A network of support services to promote the well-being of UCI’s culturally and ethnically diverse student body.

Disability Services Center

www.disability.uci.edu824-7494Equal opportunities for students with disabilities, including but not limited to orthopedic, visual, hearing, learning, chronic health and psychological disabilities.

Hospitality and Dining Services

www.food.uci.edu824-4182Dining options, meal plans and venues.

International Center

www.ic.uci.edu824-7249Assists international students, faculty and staff with immigration, orientation, employment and adjustment needs and connecting with the UCI community for cultural, educational, social and recreational activities.

KUCI 88.9 FM

www.kuci.org824-6868Started in 1969, KUCI broadcasts continuously, playing music by emerging and established artists.

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Resource Center

www.lgbtrc.uci.edu824-3277Dedicated to ensuring a safe and hospitable campus for UCI’s diverse lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and ally communities by providing programs, support services and resources to raise awareness.


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UCI CalendarsAcademic Calendarswww.reg.uci.edu/navigation/calendars.html

UC Irvine Campus Eventswww.today.uci.edu/calendar

Associated Students Eventswww.asuci.uci.edu/calendar

Athleticswww.ucirvinesports.com

Bren Events Center Activitieswww.bren.uci.edu/Calendar

Claire Trevor School of the Arts Eventswww.arts.uci.edu/calendar

Cross-Cultural Centerwww.ccc.uci.edu/calendar

New University

www.newuniversity.org824-8788The weekly student-run newspaper published in print and online.

Office of the Ombudsman

www.ombuds.uci.edu824-7256A safe and comfortable environment to confidentially discuss complaints, concerns or problems. The office can initiate an informal intervention to facilitate a resolution that is acceptable to all involved parties.

Office of Student Conduct

dos.uci.edu/conduct/824-5590Promotes student compliance with university policies through education and outreach.

Student Center & Event Services

www.studentcenter.uci.edu824-5252This social hub is the place to eat, relax, surf the web, attend events, watch TV, listen to music, and study. It also offers scheduling and event planning services to the campus and community.

Study Abroad Center

www.cie.uci.edu824-6343Offers study abroad programs allowing students to work toward their degrees while developing academic, personal and professional skills to become well-informed members of global society.

The Hill

www.book.uci.edu824-2665Offers on-campus and online access to textbooks, Anteater gear, educationally priced computers, and software. Provides computer service and repair through AntTech Center; authorized reseller for Apple and Dell.

Veteran Services

www.veteran.uci.edu824-3500Dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for veterans, reservists and their dependents. The office provides assistance in obtaining educational benefits, answering questions about benefits, and is responsible for submitting entitlement requests for new and continuing students to the VA. UCI Veterans Services also offers resources to assist in navigating the transition to civilian and student life.


RESOURCES RESOURCES

Four Year Planner 2013/14 — 2016/17

FALL QUARTER 2013 2014 2015 2016

Registration Period Fall Quarter5/20 – 9/16

5/19 – 9/15

5/18 – 9/15

5/16 – 9/15

Fee Payment Deadline for Fall Quarter 9/16 9/15 9/15 9/15

UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) Waiver Request DeadlineVisit www.shc.uci.edu

Residence Hall Move-In9/21 – 9/22

9/27 – 9/28

9/19 – 9/20

TBD

Welcome Week, Advising and Orientation9/23 – 9/25

9/29 –10/1

9/21 – 9/23

9/19 – 9/21

Instruction Begins 9/26 10/2 9/24 9/22

Residence Hall Payment Deadline 10/15 10/15 10/15 10/15

Veterans Day Holiday 11/11 11/11 11/11 11/11

Thanksgiving Holiday11/28 – 11/29

11/27 – 11/28

11/26 – 11/27

11/24 – 11/25

Instruction Ends 12/6 12/12 12/4 12/2

Final Examinations12/7 – 12/13

12/13 – 12/19

12/5 – 12/11

12/3 – 12/9

Quarter Ends 12/13 12/19 12/11 12/9

Residence Hall Closed12/14 – 1/5

12/20 – 1/4

12/12 – 1/3

12/10 – 1/8

SPRING QUARTER 2014 2015 2016 2017

Registration Period Spring Quarter2/24 – 3/17

2/23 – 3/16

2/22 – 3/15

2/27 – 3 15

Fee Payment Deadline for Spring Quarter 3/17 3/16 3/15 3/15

UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) Waiver Request Deadline Visit www.shc.uci.edu

Orientation (Welcome)3/26 – 3/27

3/25 – 3/26

3/23 – 3/24

3/29 – 3/30

Cesar Chavez Holiday 3/28 3/27 3/25 3/31



Celebrate UCI 4/19 4/18 4/16 TBD

School of Law Commencement 5/10 5/9 TBD TBD

WINTER QUARTER 2014 2015 2016 2017

Registration Period Winter Quarter11/18 – 12/16

11/24 – 12/15

11/16 – 12/15

11/14 – 12/15

Fee Payment Deadline for Winter Quarter 12/16 12/15 12/15 12/15

UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) Waiver Request Deadline Visit www.shc.uci.edu

Residence Hall Open 1/5 1/4 1/3 1/8

Orientation (Welcome) 1/2 – 1/3 1/2 1/4 1/4 – 1/6



Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday 1/20 1/19 1/18 1/16

Presidents Day Holiday 2/17 2/16 2/15 2/20

Financial Aid Application (FAFSA) Deadline 3/2 3/2 3/2 3/2



3/14 – 3/20

3/12 – 3/18

3/18 – 3/24

Quarter Ends 3/21 3/20 3/18 3/24

Note: All dates subject to change.

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School of Medicine Commencement 5/31 6/6 6/4 6/3

Memorial Day Holiday 5/26 5/25 5/30 5/29

Graduate Commencement 6/7 6/6 6/4 6/3



6/6 – 6/11

6/4 – 6/9

6/10 – 6/15

Quarter Ends 6/13 6/12 6/10 6/16

Baccalaureate Commencement6/13 – 6/15

6/12 – 6/14

6/10 – 6/12

6/16 – 6/18

Residence Hall Move-Out DeadlineNoon 6/14

Noon 6/13

Noon 6/11

6/17

SUMMER SESSION 2014 2015 2016 2017

Summer Session I6/23 – 7/30

6/22 – 7/29

6/20 – 7/27

6/26 – 8/3

10 Week Summer Session6/23 – 8/29

6/22 – 8/28

6/20 – 8/26

6/26 –9/1

Independence Day Holiday 7/4 7/3 7/4 7/4

Summer Session II8/4 – 9/10

8/3 – 9/9

8/1 – 9/7

8/7 – 9/13

Labor Day Holiday 9/1 9/7 9/5 9/4

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Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach2300 West Coast Hwy.Newport Beach, CA 92663(949) 722-2999www.hienewportbeach.comPlease see ad on p. 24.

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach1107 Jamboree Rd.Newport Beach, CA 92660(949) 729-1234www.newportbeach.hyatt.comPlease see ad on p. 17.

Irvine Marriott18000 Von Karman Ave.Irvine, CA 92612(949) 553-0010www.marriott.com/laxirPlease see ad on p. 39.

Pacific Edge Hotel647 S. Coast HighwayLaguna Beach, CA 92651(714) 965-4447www.pacificedgehotel.comPlease see ad on p. 25.

Quality Suites John Wayne Airport2701 Hotel Terrace Dr.Santa Ana, CA 92705(714) 957-9200www.qualityinn.comPlease see ad on p. 22.

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Axis 2300 2300 DuPont Drive Irvine, CA 92612(949) 474-0733www.axis2300.comPlease see ad on p. 34.

University Town Center Apartment Homes1100 StanfordIrvine, CA 92612(877) 581-5137www.UCI-Living.comPlease see ad on p. 14.

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Bank of America4101 MacArthur Blvd. Newport Beach, CA 92660(949) 477-2909www.bankofamerica.com/campusPlease see ad on p. 38.

UCI Hospitality & DiningG318 Student CenterIrvine, CA 92697(949) 824-4182www.ucidining.comPlease see ad on p. 35.

Wells Fargo1 W. Peltason Dr.Irvine, CA. 92697(949) 823-9722www.wellsfargo.comPlease see ad on p. 3.

Dell(800) 695-8133www.Dell.com/universityparentPlease see ad on inside cover.

From-Mom.com Care Packagesstore.universityparent.com/gift-basketsPlease see ad below.

The Hill - Books & Everything UCI210-B Student CenterIrvine, CA 92697(949) 824-2665Please see ad on p. 29.

University Parent College Laundry Bagstore.universityparent.comPlease see ad below.

Places to Stay

Places to Live

Student Services

Documents

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