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Information as of August 22, 2023
Orientation Webinar Series
Throughout the summer for Orientation 2023, we will be offering live Zoom webinars for new students and parents to learn more about SCU.
- Any webinars that are specifically for new students or specifically for parents will be denoted as such.
- For those who cannot participate in the live sessions, we will have recordings available so you may view them at your convenience.
- Once these recordings are available, we will upload them to our Youtube channel.
- Click here to view our YouTube channel with webinar recordings and other resource videos for new students and parents.
Webinar Instructions
Here are a few notes regarding webinars:
- For each topic with multiple dates, you only need to register and attend one session, not all sessions.
- All times will be listed as Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).
- And all sessions are free!
Zoom Information
The Zoom link and call-in information are the same regardless of which webinars you participate in EXCEPT for the LEAD Scholars webinars and Spanish webinars which have their own unique Zoom links.
Zoom Link:
https://scu.zoom.us/j/4409963260?pwd=eFUxZnZIUDdiSmdJbzJSUnRySEs2QT09
Meeting ID: 440 996 3260
Password: SCU23
Join by phone:
+1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 440 996 3260
One-tap mobile:
+16699006833,,4409963260#
Webinar Schedule
See next section for full details about each session including descriptions and registration links.
June
Ciocca Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship:
Instilling an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Monday, June 26, 10:15am-11:00am PDT
Bursar/Financial Aid/One Stop
Monday, June 26, 6:00pm-7:00pm PDT
Get Involved at SCU!
Thursday, June 29, 11:00am-12:00pm PDT
July
Bursar/Financial Aid/One Stop
Wednesday, July 5, 6:00pm-7:00pm PDT
Leavey School of Business
Friday, July 7, 11:00am-12:00pm PDT
Ciocca Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship:
Instilling an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Monday, July 10, 10:15am-11:00am PDT
Leavey School of Business
Thursday, July 13, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
LEAD Scholars (Session for First Year Students)
Wednesday, July 19, 5:00pm-6:00pm PDT
Get Involved at SCU!
Monday, July 24, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
Center for Sustainability
Tuesday, July 25, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
Seminario Para Padres Y Familias En Español
Wednesday, July 26, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
LEAD Scholars (Session for First Year Students)
Wednesday, July 26, 6:00pm-7:00pm PDT
August
Center for Sustainability
Wednesday, August 2, 11:00am-12:00pm PDT
Student Health by the Cowell Center
Wednesday, August 2, 2:00pm-3:00pm PDT
Seminario Para Padres Y Familias En Español
Wednesday, August 2, 4:00pm-5:00pm PDT
College of Arts & Sciences
Monday, August 7, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
Career Center
Wednesday, August 9, 6:00pm-7:00pm PDT
School of Engineering
Thursday, August 17, 3:00pm-4:00pm PDT
College of Arts & Sciences
Tuesday, August 22, 11:00am-12:00pm PDT
LEAD Scholars (Session for Transfer Students)
Wednesday, August 23, 5:00pm-6:00pm PDT
What is an RLC?
Wednesday, August 30, 2:00pm-3:00pm PDT
Campus Safety, Parking & Transportation Services, and Emergency Planning
Thursday, August 31, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
Webinar in Spanish
¡Esperamos verles en la Orientación de padres y familias!
- Seminario Para Padres Y Familias En Español
Session Details
Click on each webinar title to expand the information box and view full details about each session including descriptions and registration links.
Bursar/Financial Aid/One Stop
Hosted by: University Bursar’s Office, Financial Aid Office, and the One Stop Enrollment Services Center
Staff from the University Bursar's Office, the Financial Aid Office and the One Stop Enrollment Services Center will provide answers to questions about billing, student accounts, payment processes, payment options, financial aid and student enrollment requirements.
Session Dates:
- Monday, June 26, 6:00pm-7:00pm PDT
- Wednesday, July 5, 6:00pm-7:00pm PDT
Link to Register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_07dgypzAsqfa43s
Campus Safety, Parking & Transportation, and Emergency Planning
Hosted by: Campus Safety, Parking & Transportation, and Emergency Planning
An overview of operations and services by SCU Campus Safety, Parking and Transportation Services, and Emergency Planning.
Session Dates:
- Thursday, August 31, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
Link to register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4NqyHcVGRRvsNQW
Career Center
Hosted by: The Career Center
Santa Clara University's Career Center empowers students to explore and develop awareness through reflection and practical experience so they are prepared to make thoughtful decisions about career in alignment with who they are throughout their lifetime. We achieve this by providing robust and meaningful resources and by engaging the Santa Clara ecosystem, Silicon Valley, and beyond. Hear from our Career Center leadership as they provide an overview of resources, opportunities, and tips for SCU students.
Session Dates:
- Wednesday, August 9, 6:00pm-7:00pm PDT
Link to Register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0PpbB4J6zIVHEpw
Center for Sustainability
Hosted by: Center for Sustainability
The Center for Sustainability will share information about the sustainability minor and pathway, the Forge Garden programs, and other ways to get involved with campus sustainability initiatives.
Session Dates:
- Tuesday, July 25, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
- Wednesday, August 2, 11:00am-12:00pm PDT
Link to Register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3EmLPBZsTTf6IZM
Ciocca Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Instilling an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Hosted by: Ciocca Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Ciocca Center is a campus-wide interdisciplinary center responsible for research, course development and student activities that help students learn an entrepreneurial mindset, including empathy for the customer, viewing problems as opportunities, cultivating a tolerance for risk, and developing an overall awareness of value creation. Ciocca Center also sponsors a series of programs to help students learn how to start their own venture. In this session, meet Hallie Bodey, a Program Director in Ciocca Center, who will describe Ciocca Center programs.
Session Dates:
- Monday, June 26, 10:15am-11:00am PDT
- Monday, July 10, 10:15am-11:00am PDT
Link to Register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9WVhJhkRtP3sXjg
College of Arts & Sciences
Hosted by: College of Arts & Sciences faculty and staff
The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest academic unit on campus and offers areas of study in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. Faculty and staff in the College will talk about the academic and extracurricular opportunities available to students in the College and will provide ample time to answer any questions. Open to incoming students and their families.
Session Dates:
- Monday, August 7, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
- Tuesday, August 22, 11:00am-12:00pm PDT
Link to register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3wIdJyhFDuPBqGG
Get Involved at SCU!
Hosted by: Center for Student Involvement
The Center for Student Involvement staff will be hosting Question and Answer sessions to share responses to questions about opportunities for involvement at Santa Clara University. To attend, please select one of the available dates, and include any questions you would like answered.
Session Dates:
- Thursday, June 29, 11:00am-12:00pm PDT
- Monday, July 24, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
Link to Registration:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3W2EfOrYksMeWOO
LEAD Scholars
Hosted by: LEAD Scholars Program
Are you a LEAD Scholar? Please join us for a LEAD Scholars information session! You will hear more details about the LEAD Scholars program, LEAD Week and have a chance to ask questions! We encourage you to have your family join the information session as well. If you have any questions, please email leadscholarsprogram@scu.edu
Session Dates:
- Wednesday, July 19, 5:00pm-6:00pm PDT (First Years)
- Wednesday, July 26, 6:00pm-7:00pm PDT (First Years)
- Wednesday, August 23, 5:00pm-6:00pm PDT (Transfers)
Link to Registration:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aXaVyPa3VzmRoAm
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Zoom Information: July 19 (First Years)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://scu.zoom.us/j/97574920036?pwd=UTljcHVuM0tDRVVYNDYyWkZaNkdQdz09
Meeting ID: 975 7492 0036
Password: 292118
Join by phone:
+1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 975 7492 0036
One tap mobile
+16699006833,,97574920036#
Zoom Information: July 26 (First Years)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://scu.zoom.us/j/91212634783?pwd=UlY4dnJtcERZU3k5QjRxdUk5MU5MZz09
Meeting ID: 912 1263 4783
Password: 170104
Join by phone:
+1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 912 1263 4783
One tap mobile
+16699006833,,91212634783#
Zoom Information: August 23 (Transfers)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://scu.zoom.us/j/95672874701?pwd=TlRzOW9oVU5oZ09JTGFwdTF3bXNxQT09
Meeting ID: 956 7287 4701
Password: 513757
Join by phone:
+1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 956 7287 4701
One tap mobile
+16699006833,,95672874701#
Leavey School of Business
Hosted by: Leavey School of Business faculty, staff, and students
The Leavey School of Business is hosting two live webinars that will provide information on your student's curriculum, advising and registration, as well as other pertinent information. A panel of business school representatives will answer questions.
Session Dates:
- Friday, July 7, 11:00am-12:00pm PDT
- Thursday, July 13, 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT
Link to register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bKtc9wynS1SjnlI
School of Engineering
Hosted by: School of Engineering faculty, staff, and students
The School of Engineering is hosting a webinar that will provide information on your student's curriculum, advising and registration, as well as other pertinent information. Faculty and staff in the school will be available to answer questions.
Session Dates:
- Thursday, August 17, 3:00pm-4:00pm PDT
Link to register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b74k1rLrkDjaPJk
Webinar in Spanish
¡Esperamos verles en la Orientación de padres y familias!
- Seminario Para Padres Y Familias En Español
Nuestros expertos en educación y bienestar compartirán valiosos conocimientos y estrategias prácticas en temas como:
- Recursos para padres, familias y estudiantes
- Consejos de estudiantes y personal
- Transición exitosa a la universidad
- Manejo del estrés y la presión académica
- Fomento de la salud mental y emocional
- Comunicación efectiva entre padres e hijos
- Recursos financieros y becas disponibles
- Oportunidades de voluntariado y participación en la comunidad universitaria
- Y por último una ronda de preguntas y respuestas enviadas previamente y en el momento del seminario.
- Además de las sesiones informativas, habrá tiempo para establecer conexiones significativas con otros padres y familias de la comunidad de Santa Clara. Podrán compartir experiencias, intercambiar consejos y establecer relaciones que los acompañarán durante todo el viaje universitario de sus hijos.
Calendario:
- 26 de julio de 1 a 2 PM
- 2 de agosto de 4 a 5 PM
Registrarse:
Student Health by the Cowell Center
Hosted by: The Cowell Center
Staff from the Cowell Center will be available to share information and answer questions about mental health resources on and off campus as well as student health insurance.
Session Dates:
- Wednesday, August 2, 2:00pm-3:00pm PDT
Link to Register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7Qlc4KbtE4wGNbE
What is an RLC?
Hosted by: Residential Learning Communities Program/Undergraduate Studies
This webinar will outline what Residential Learning Communities (RLCs) are, what we do in our RLCs at SCU, and how RLCs can support students in their transition to SCU. There will also be time for questions.
Session Dates:
- Wednesday, August 30, 2:00pm-3:00pm PDT
Link to register:
https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6FoEEACEaeqsH4y