Parents and Families

Planning for Next Year

This article is written by The New Student Programs unit housed within Student Affairs and is comprised of Orientation and First Year Experience.  Our team is dedicated to supporting your students transition into and through UC Davis.

It’s June and the 2024-25 academic year, has come to a close.  If this was you and your student’s first year at UC Davis, congratulations.  This was a huge year of transition for both of you, and you made it.

Student Housing and Dining Services Wins Two NACUFS Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Student Housing and Dining Services has won 2 awards from the  National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS).  We all strive to provide a dining experience that is the least stressful and most enjoyable part of our students’ day. As part of this mission statement for dining, we work hard to provide quality service to our students and create a positive work environment for our staff.

Meeting basic needs, fueling student success

As a UC Davis parent, you understand better than anyone the importance of supporting our students and ensuring their basic needs are met—so they can thrive in the classroom, on campus, and beyond.

One impactful service doing exactly that is The ASUCD Pantry—a student-run, student-led organization dedicated to providing food and essential items to UC Davis students. Created to ease financial strain, The Pantry helps ensure that no student has to choose between buying a textbook and having a meal.

Summer Sessions broadens, expands offerings for 2025

With more virtual and hybrid classes, new courses and expanded support, UC Davis 2025 Summer Sessions helps students graduate early, stay on track and get ahead.

“There truly is something for everyone at Summer Sessions, whether you need to focus on that one tough chemistry class, learn a new language or complete a minor,”  said Omega Lee, Summer Sessions executive director. “It’s possible to make that happen at UC Davis,”

Finishing Strong Before Heading Into Summer

This article is written by The New Student Programs unit housed within Student Affairs and is comprised of Orientation and First Year Experience.  Our team is dedicated to supporting your students transition into and through UC Davis.

There are just a few weeks left in spring quarter and your student’s summer will begin.  In last month’s newsletter we discussed your student’s options for summer and factors to consider.  If you or your student are still planning for summer, take a look, you might find exactly what you need.

What's the Summer Plan?

This article is written by The New Student Programs unit housed within Student Affairs and is comprised of Orientation and First Year Experience.  Our team is dedicated to supporting your students transition into and through UC Davis.

It’s April and the weather is feeling more and more like summer in Davis. Before you know it your student will be transitioning out of this academic year and into the summer. This month we are focusing on what’s in store for the summer! 

The Power of Knowing Oneself in Career Exploration

A student’s journey of career exploration is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, interests, and goals. Another central element in career development is knowing oneself. This is now often referred to as recognizing one’s identity. Things like a student’s background, lived experiences, impact they hope to make with their life, and values play an integral role in shaping one’s professional aspirations and workplace expectations, which is why every student’s identities are absolutely important to take into consideration.

Understanding the Parent PLUS Loan: A Guide for Parents

One financial aid option available to parents is the Parent PLUS Loan, a federal loan that can help cover the cost of higher education for their dependent undergraduate children. Let's delve into what the Parent PLUS Loan is and how it can benefit both parents and students.

What is a Parent PLUS Loan?

Spring Break is a Great Time to Pause and Reflect

This article is written by The New Student Programs unit housed within Student Affairs and is comprised of Orientation and First Year Experience.  Our team is dedicated to supporting your students transition into and through UC Davis.

This month we are focusing on taking the time to pause and reflect.  Your student is two thirds of the way done with the 2024-25 academic year.  Spring break is a great time to pause and reflect on what the past 6 months have been like for you, and your student.