Bobcat Day 2014 Agenda

General

SchoolofSocial Sciences,Humanities andArts | COB102 Research in the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts varies from the dynamics of language processing to 20th- and 21st-century Latin America. Findout from studentswhat it is like to learn from the best scholars in the world. Learn the opportunities support, mentorships and internships. Discover how the school will prepare you for a meaningful career andprofession.

SchoolofNatural Sciences | COB102

The School of Natural Sciences is conducting cutting-edge research, from ghting disease to creating sustainable energy sources. Find out from students how working side by side with world renowned faculty deepens their knowledge. Learn about opportunities, support, mentorships and internships. We will answer questions about what skills you will acquire and career opportunities that await.

BobcatsWithoutBorders | COB110

How toPayForCollegeatUCMerced COB105, COB120 (enEspañol) Understanding your nancial aid options and college costs is important. Learn about college a ordability and how to understand your award letter. Join a representative from theUCMercedO ceof Financial AidandScholarships for thispresentation. Studying internationally is simple throughUCMerced and theEducationAbroadProgram. Learnmore about thisexcitingopportunity togainnew experiences, friendships, and internshipopportuni- ties in the countryof your choosingwith thehelpof nancial aid.

SchoolofEngineering | COB120

Undeclared—AGreatBeginning COB110

Engineers are fascinatedbyquestionsofhowandwhy thingsworkandhow theycanbemade toworkbetter. Learnhowundergraduatesworkalongside renowned faculty to research topics like the impacts of climate change on water resources and clean methods of waste management. Learn about opportunities, support,mentorships and internships. Findout about howUCMercedwill prepareyou for a career. AcademicsHIGHLIGHTS

Still trying to gureoutwhatyouwant todowithyour life?Agreatplace tobegin is inyour freshmanyear. In this session, you’ll learnhowUCMerced canhelp you explore your interests inside and outside the classroomanddiscover thepath that is right for you.

Recreationand IntercollegiateAthletics SAAC TheUCMercedRecreationand IntercollegiateAthletics Department o ers an extensive range of athletics and recreational programs. Attend this workshop to learn more about intramural sports, facilities, activities and programsavailable toUCMerced students.

FraternityandSororityLife— YourKey toCollegeSuccess | COB113 UCMerced provides awide range of academic, social and community service activities. Fraternity and Sorority Life values leadership, scholarship, service and friendship—and is key toenjoying thebene ts of college life! Join a panel of active, involved and high-achieving UCMerced student leaders and learn whatbeing ina fraternity/sorority canmean for you.

YouSeeMe/UCMe(rced) | COB120

Thisworkshop talksabout the collegeexperience from students' perspectivesandopensupa discussionaboutwhat youwant toknowaboutour campus.UCMerced letsyou trulyembracewhoyou are, andwewant you to see that. Joinus for an interactivepresentationand seeourBobcats livenup! Enter towinourgiveawayby tagging#BobcatRace duringourTwitter contest.

CareerServices | COB116 sTUDENT lIFE

personaland Professionaldevelopment

TransferSupport | COB110

The Center for Career and Professional Advancement (CCPA) at the University of California, Merced, empowers students to reach their full potential by o ering services in career coaching, professional skills development, and job and internship preparation. Join us to learn more about the tools and resources available to UC Merced studentsandalumni. Gateway toMerced:Opportunities toEngagewithOur Community | COB116 What is there todo inMerced?Studentsandalumni come together in thispanel to showyouwhere to look! Exploreand learnabout thenumerousopportunitieso campusavailable to students– fromdiscounts toworkexperience to fun!

TheDegreeAttainment forReturningandTransfer Students (DARTS)programprovides transfer students with year-round individualized attention and academic development support. The program also unites transfer students to establish a greater sense of community to help you reach your goals and complete your degree in a timelymanner. Transfer students are encour- aged toattendand learnmoreabout the speci c toolsand resourcesavailable to transfers.

LearningSupport— theCalvinE.BrightSuccessCenter | COB116

The Calvin E. Bright Success Center empowers students to be successful in their academic and pre-professional development. They o er workshops, peer tutoring, mentoring and special events tohelpyouadapt to the rigorsof the researchuniversityenvironment. Joinusand learn moreabout the toolsand resourcesavailable to students.