Resource Guide for Parents - Table of Contents

Your sons and daughters have chosen to attend the most distinguished public university in the world, one renowned for its research, its enduring commitment to undergraduate education, the diversity of its international student body, and the traditional engagement of its students in public service. We are happy to welcome you to our community.

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Welcome & History Message from Chancellor Robert J. and Mary Catherine Birgeneau Message from Scott Biddy History of the Campus Traditions				Calendars Academic Events Student

Parent Involvement About Cal Parents Sage Advice from Some Veteran Parents Communication How to Reach Us How We Reach You How to Reach Your Students New Student Orientation Move-In Day and Welcome Week Parents Weekend Cal Day Parents as Partners The California Alumni Association Quick Reference				University Policies Message from Harry LeGrande Policy Overview Nondiscrimination Statement The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Privacy of Health Records Student Conduct Sexual Assault Alcohol and Substance Abuse Accommodation of Religious Creed Accommodation for Disabilities Quick Reference

Academic Information Message from Christina Maslach The Faculty Libraries General Education Requirements Registration for Classes Freshman and Sophomore Seminar Choosing Majors and Minors Keeping on Track Transcripts and Grades Summer Sessions Honor Societies Other Academic Opportunities Study Abroad UC Berkeley-Washington Program Cal-in-Sacramento bSpace Webcasting and Podcasting Research and Internships Quick Reference				Student Life Message from Jonathan Poullard Housing and Dining Financial Information Billing Financial Aid Information Technology (IT) on Campus Information Online There's More to Life than Studying Campus Life and Leadership Cultural and Recreational Resources Sports Fraternities and Sororities Religious Activities Safety UC Police Department Be Prepared Emergency Information Transportation Public Transportation Bicycles Cars Parking Other Things Your Students Should Know Cal 1 Cards Banking Storing Possessions Quick Reference

Advising, Counseling, and Health Message from Steve Lustig Academic Advising and Support Services Student Learning Center Student Life Advising Services Transfer, Re-entry, and Student Parent Center Disabled Students' Program Gender Equity Resource Center Athletic Study Center Career Center Legal Services Ombudsperson for Students University Health Services Medical Care Counseling and Psychological Services Social Services Fees Student Health Insurance "To Do" Before Your Students Arrive Insurance Immunization Records Alcohol Education Quick Reference				Visiting Cal Message from La Dawn Duvall Visitor Services Tours What to See Where to Stay Berkeley Neighborhoods Hospitals On-Campus Dining How to Get Here Where to Park Map of Campus Quick Reference

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