How to Reach Us
New Student Orientation Office
Email: orientation@ucmerced.edu
Phone: (209) 228-2296
Office Location: Kolligian Library (KL), West Wing 222
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Social Media
Stay connected and up-to-date with the latest news and events by following us on social media:
Instagram: @ucmorientation
TikTok: @ucmorientation
Meet the New Student Orientation Professional Staff
We are here to support you as you prepare for an exciting journey at our university and to help you have the best possible experience at Orientation. Whether you have questions about orientation sessions, important deadlines, or campus life, our team is ready to assist you.
Dulcemaria Garcia
Assistant Director, Outreach and Engagement
Hometown: Merced, California
Cristal Perez
Student Services Advisor
Hometown: Merced, California
Hala Alnagar
Associate Director for Transition Programs
Hometown: Buttonwillow, California
