FALL 2025 FIRST YEAR ADMITS: AUGUST 2025 WORKSHOPS
Fall 2025 Course Registration Support
Join this workship to get guidance and support in registering for and adjusting your fall semester classes! Some topics that will be covered include Smart Start, understanding first year requirements, the UC Merced Catalog, and how to navigate course selection.
Thursday, August 7, 10:30-11:30 am, Zoom link: https://ucmerced.zoom.us/s/83985187780
- Zoom meeting ID: 839 8518 7780
Navigating UC Merced Connect Portal
UC Merced Connect will be your go-to portal to access course registration, CatCourses, financial aid,, campus resources, and so much more. Learn how to access essential information and discover how to make the most of this tool throughout your journey at UC Merced.
Thursday, August 7, 1:00-2:00 pm, Zoom link: https://ucmerced.zoom.us/s/83985187780
- Zoom meeting ID: 839 8518 7780
Academic Tips for Your First Semester
Want to learn how to prepare for your first semester at UC Merced? Join a BAC Peer Advisor to get a head start on your first semester and learn strategies and skills to heave a successful semester!
Wednesday, August 13, 10:30-11:30 am, Zoom link: https://ucmerced.zoom.us/s/83985187780
- Zoom meeting ID: 839 8518 7780
Navigating Change from High School to College
This workshop will help you explore the differences and similarities between high school and UC Merced. We will discuss topics that include college academic expectations and resources to support you through this new journey!
Monday, August 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Zoom link: https://ucmerced.zoom.us/s/83985187780
- Zoom meeting ID: 839 8518 7780
Choosing Your Academic Path: A Workshop on Major Declaration Criteria
Are you an undeclared continuing student or a lower-division undeclared transfer student? Join this workshop for an overview of the next steps to declare a major. We will explore major criteria in SSHA, SNS, and SOE, timefram to declare, and an overview of My Degree Path (MDP).
Monday, August 18, 1:00-2:00 pm, Zoom link: https://ucmerced.zoom.us/s/83985187780
- Zoom meeting ID: 839 8518 7780
Key Tips for Communication
Looking for tips on how to ask for help and connect with others in college setting? Join this workshop to understand the importance and impact of communication during your academic journey. The workshop will cover how to break down communication barriers, request academic support, and engage with professors.
Wednesday, August 20, 10:30-11:30 am, Zoom link: https://ucmerced.zoom.us/s/83985187780
- Zoom meeting ID: 839 8518 7780
Scheduling your First Semester
Staying on top of academics, extracurriculars, and personal life is crucial for academic success. This workshop will provide insight on how to format a set schedule of classes, allocate study time, and extracurriculars/hobbies to stay involved. Learn what UC Merced has to offer to fill the large or small gaps between classes.
Wednesday, August 13, 1:00-2:00 pm, Zoom link: https://ucmerced.zoom.us/s/83985187780
- Zoom meeting ID: 839 8518 7780
Wednesday, August 20, 1:00-2:00 pm, Zoom link: https://ucmerced.zoom.us/s/83985187780
- Zoom meeting ID: 839 8518 7780
