University of California - Introducing the University
Student Services
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As a new student, you will likely have many questions about attending the University. To help you deal with these early on, most campuses offer two- to three-day summer orientation programs for students entering the University in the fall. You stay in the residence halls and participate in a full schedule of tours, workshops, advising sessions and social events. There are additional orientation programs at the beginning of the fall term and for new students who first enroll in the winter or spring. You will receive complete details about orientation after you are admitted.
To help you make the most of your college experience, campuses also offer a variety of ongoing support services and programs. Professionals are available to assist you with any academic or personal problems that might arise during your undergraduate years.
You are encouraged to take advantage of the academic advising services the University offers. Faculty advisors in each college and department, and professional advisors and counselors, are available to help you with such issues as selecting a major, program planning, academic difficulties, degree requirements and advanced study and career options.
Special advising programs are available to EOP participants, transfer students, re-entry students and students who plan to apply to graduate schools, teaching credential programs and professional schools of business, law, dentistry, medicine, nursing and veterinary medicine. Many campuses also have peer advising programs in which trained upper division or graduate students provide counseling.
Career Planning and Placement
Each campus has a career planning center to help you identify your
career options and develop skills to find the job you want. Counselors will help
you match your interests and abilities with possible careers. They offer workshops
on career planning, resume writing, interviewing techniques and conducting a job
search. You'll find self-help planning and information materials and lists of
employment opportunities. The career planning programs host job and career fairs
and bring representatives from various companies to campus to interview students.
Information about graduate education is also available.
Counseling
Professional counselors and psychologists are available to assist
you with personal and emotional problems, and with education, career and decision-making
issues. Counseling centers work with students individually and also sponsor group
sessions and workshops.
Services to Students with Disabilities
The University provides special assistance and services to give students with disabilities support so they may participate fully in campus programs and activities. Each campus has an office that coordinates a variety of services for students with permanent and temporary disabilities. These services include disability management counseling, assistance with registration and enrollment, orientation programs, accessibility tours and maps, on-campus van transportation, minor wheelchair repairs and equipment loans. Academic support is available through readers, interpreters, note-takers, special test-taking arrangements and adaptive equipment.
If you have a physical limitation or learning disability, you should contact the office that coordinates services for students with disabilities at the campus you wish to attend to discuss the program and your needs. The addresses and telephone numbers are listed in the Campus Directory. Numbers preceded by "TTY" have equipment for callers who are hearing or speech impaired.
Learning Skills and Tutorial Programs
To help you adjust to the demands of University-level work, all campuses
offer learning and study skills programs. Learning Resource Center programs will
help you develop and improve your reading, writing, listening, note-taking and
problem-solving abilities. The centers offer workshops on time management, test-taking,
vocabulary development and stress management. There are mini-courses to improve
your skills in math and science, and programs to help you prepare for graduate
and professional school entrance examinations. All campuses offer tutoring by
trained upper division and graduate students.
Student Health Services
A variety of health services are available to students, including
treatment for illness and injury, x-ray, laboratory, pharmacy, emergency care
and mental health services. Some student health centers also offer dental care,
inpatient care and surgical services.
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