Welcome to Oakes College!

We are excited to welcome you to campus.

• Welcome Week will begin with move-in on Friday, September 16th.
• Please check your UCSC email mid-August for your assigned move-in time. Click here for more information on Move-In.
• Students will continue through the Welcome Week program until September 23rd. 
• Most events are optional while some are mandatory. New students are strongly encouraged to attend as many events as possible. Get involved early, make connections and start the year off strong! 

Take a look at what we have planned for this year's program:

This year's Welcome Week schedule will be available on the Oakes College App. In addition to your Welcome Week calendar, this app will provide details about events and resources for you throughout the year. It includes both Oakes and UCSC-wide opportunities. 

Mobile App (for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices):

Download "UCSC Colleges" app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.

Web Version (for computer, Windows Phone 7, and Blackberry devices):

The Oakes Welcome Week Guide can be accessed via the internet from any computer or device with internet access.

Printed Version

A limited number of printed guides will be available during move-in for students without a compatible device.

Questions about Welcome Week?
Call us at (831) 459-5619 or email at oakesprograms@ucsc.edu