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After Orientation

Post Orientation - Campus Resources

We hope that the information below will help you start your time at UC Merced and get connected early!

Essential Campus Departments and Resources 

Academic Resources & Success Programs

Wellness Resources

Check Your UC Merced Email

In the weeks leading up to your first semester, a number of important messages and announcements will be sent to your UC Merced Email address. Get in the habit of checking your email regularly so you don’t miss out. o365.ucmerced.edu

Before You Get to Campus

Use a Planner for all your important dates and deadlines.

Financial Aid

Complete any outstanding Financial Aid requirements.

Textbooks

Skip the long line to purchase your textbooks by reserving them online through the Campus Store. If you are receiving Financial Aid and you order your books more than 10 days before the start of the semester the cost of books will be deducted from your financial aid refund.

Parking Info

Go to the Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) site for permit eligiblity and  information on prices. 

CatTracks Bus System

Get to know the various CatTracks routes and schedules.

Health Insurance Waiver

For more information visit the Student Health Services website.

Continue Your Academic Preparation

Online Workshops

Numerous workshops and opportunities will be available to you throughout the semester, but if you want to participate in free online workshops now, you can.

Online Resources

Whether you download documents or link to online resources, the Calvin E. Bright Success Center website has a plethora of resources to help you thrive academically.

Get Involved

Stay Connected with Orientation

Orientation Leaders and the professional staff in the Calvin E. Bright Success Center are here to answer your questions. Stay in touch through Instagram.

Office of Student Involvement

With a commitment to Leadership, Service, and Social Justice, the Office of Student Life offers numerous programs and initiatives to help you get the most out of your university experience.

CatLife

A successful college career includes social as well as intellectual development. Invest in your own success by getting involved. Visit CatLife to see which of the 180+ clubs and organizations interest you and get involved. Start recording all of your activities now and build your Involvement Portfolio (co-curricular transcript) with club membership, service hours, workshops & events, and more!

Center for Career and Professional Advancement

Whether you are looking for a job or resources to help you select and plan for your future career, the Center for Career and Professional Advancement has what you need.

Recreation and Athletics

As you heard at Orientation, it is important to live a healthy lifestyle. Check out all that Recreation and Athletics has to offer so you can keep your body and mind in top shape.