Sixth News You Can Use
Week 9 Fall Quarter
| Spotlights • Academic Advising • Events • Job Opportunities • Public Meetings Scholarships • Basic Needs Resources • Commuter Resources • Campus Resources |
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Spotlights
UCSD Study Spots
Cross Cultural Center in Price Center
Digital Playroom in Pepper Canyon Hall
Treehouse Lounge in the Old Student Center
Angela's Space under OVT PC Third Floor
Canyon Vista (Newly Remodelled!)
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Thanksgiving Dinner with Outreach and Sixth College
Are you an international or out-of-state student looking for fun activities and delicious food during Thanksgiving week? Join the Outreach and Sixth College Student Council on Nov 25 from 5-7pm for a good time! Come meet new people, win prizes, and test your knowledge of Thanksgiving by playing trivia! Learn what to do over Thanksgiving break and make thank-you cards to friends and families! Limited tickets available. Secure your spot and buy your ticket here.
Come out to the Lodge, Large Room from 5pm-7pm on Monday November 25thLearn More
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Apply to be an Orientation Leader!
Are you looking for a rewarding leadership and employment opportunity? Join the Legacy and apply to be an Orientation Leader! Orientation Leaders develop public speaking and group facilitation skills, a greater campus knowledge, and build connections with staff, current students, and incoming students and their families, plus much more!
Applications accepted through here until Thursday January 16th, 2020. Contact sixthorientation@ucsd.edu if you have any questions.
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APIMEDIA Community Time!
The Asian Pacific Islander Middle Eastern Desi American (APIMEDIA) Program invites all to come together, learn, and hang out in a safe and open environment
Come out to the Dogghouse from 4pm-6pm on every Wednesday. This week, get free candy and blue books!
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Academic Advising
*Academic advising closed on Thursday and Friday in honor of Thanksgiving
Located at The Hub in Pepper Canyon Hall (2nd floor) (Website)
Have a question but can't walk in? Use our Virtual Advising Center! Open 24/7.
You can also contact us by phone at (858) 534-9001
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CAT 125R is the online version of CAT 125. Both CAT 125R and CAT 125 fulfill the Sixth College requirement. Search on Webreg to plan or enroll in a section.
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Join Global Ties through ENG100D or ENG 100L
Join Global TIES through ENG 100D and ENG 100L this Winter 2020! Register for ENG 100D and/or ENG 100L on WebReg and fulfill Sixth Upper Division Practicum Requirements.
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Events
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Open Dyalog
Open Dyalog is a non-profit student organization that hosts weekly open discussions on different topics every Tuesday. Come join us this week for our open discussion on Veganism on November 26th. All thoughts and perspectives are welcome.
Tuesday, November 26th from 6:30pm-7:30pm at Cross Cultural Center (2nd Floor PC)
Contact opendyalog@ucsd.edu if you have any questions!
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BSU’s Annual Kwanzaa Event
Kwanzaa is a very important holiday that celebrates African heritage in relation to African American history. Traditionally, it is celebrated through feasts, gift-giving, gathering as a community and honoring our ancestors. For that reason, Kwanzaa is an annual event that the Black Student Union holds for its general body members. This is a community building event that attempts to educate students on black history and principles of Kwanzaa and how to strengthen their connection to their black heritage. RSVP Here
Thursday December 2nd, from 6:30pm-9:30pm at the Price Center East BallroomContact Kaylee Howard at k2howard@ucsd.edu if you have any questions!
For special accomodations, contact ucsdblackstudentunion@gmail.com or at (858) 255-1494
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Men's Basketball: UCSD vs. Chico State
Show your school spirit and support Men's Basketball as they go head to head with Chico State. Let's go Tritons! Click here for ticket information.
UCSD vs. Chico State: Thursday December 5th at 7:30 PM at RIMAC Arena
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Women's Basketball: UCSD vs. Chico State
Show your school spirit and support Women's Basketball as they go head to head with Chico State. Let's go Tritons! Click here for ticket information.
UCSD vs. Chico State: Thursday December 5th at 5:30PM at RIMAC Arena
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Hard Hack
HARD HACK registration is OPEN! This year you'll interact with representatives from Northrop Grumman, Texas Instruments, and many more to be announced very soon. We will be offering more hardware and of course there will be free food and lots of swag! Don't know anything about hardware? No problem- this is a great opportunity to learn something new from fellow ECE students with industry experts who will be on site mentoring you throughout the hack!!! All majors, grad/undergrad are welcome to participate.
Wednesday January 17th (6PM) to January 18th (10PM) at Price Center West Ballroom
Register Here!Have any questions? Submit your questions here!
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Move Your Body, Tone Your Mood
Learn basic mindful movements to reduce stress and improve mood!
Every Monday, from 10am-10:45am at the Zone next to Jamba Juice.
Learn more about the Zone
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Gay Men's Relationship Forum
Join us for conversation and connection. This community forum addresses relationships, sexual health, community building and more.
Every Monday, from 2:30pm-4pm at the Women's Center Small group Room
Contact gkoch@ucsd.edu if you have any questions!
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Outreach Trivia Night
Venture over to Muir to meet new people and test your knowledge of various trivia categories! Each week one category will highlight California, another state and another country and the other three categories are miscellaneous! Free entry to all UCSD students and prizes for the winning team. Come with friends or by yourself to join a team of four!
Want to sponsor Outreach Trivia and spread awareness about your department/org? Sign uphere!
Every Tuesday, from 7pm-8pm at Muir Woods Coffee House
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Learning Conversation Tables (TLC)
Come learn a new language by conversing with a host in a casual setting.
Every Tuesday, from 5pm-6pm at the Great Hall at International House.
Contact ihouseprograms@ucsd.edu if you have any questions!
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Asian American Community Forum
An informal drop-in group designed for Asian American students to discuss topics relevant to their experiences in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch and join us!
Every odd week on Tuesdays, from 12pm-1pm at the Cross Cultural Center Conference Room.
Contact Dr. Dianna Quach at (858) 534-7710 if you have any questions!
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Black Women's Collective
Join us for conversations about our experiences as Black women and connect with other women on campus. Dinner will be provided.
Every even week on Thursdays, from 5:00pm-6:30pm at the Women's Center
Contact cathompson@ucsd.edu if you have any questions!
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Outside the Box Discussion
Join us for an open dialogue hosted by CAPS and safe space of multiracial/multiethnic and other non-dominant identities to share personal experiences and be heard.
Every odd week on Thursdays, from 5:00pm-6:30pm at the Cross Cultural Center Tranquility Room
Contact cathompson@ucsd.edu if you have any questions!
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Job Opportunities
Triton Research and Experiential Learning Scholars (TRELS) Application Deadline Extended!
Want to become a part of TRELS? Sponsored by the Colleges and Academic Enrichment Programs, Triton Research & Experiential Learning Scholars (TRELS) is open to undergraduates of any class standing and any major. TRELS includes quarterly awards as well as TRELS Study Abroad and TRELS Summer Research Program.
Apply here by November 27th
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FUSION Career Fair
Most companies at the career fair will offer work visa sponsorship so they will actually be looking at what you are CAPABLE of and not just WHERE you're from. This career fair is open to students of ALL backgrounds and majors, meaning that this event is not just for international students. We love being inclusive and we know everyone is out there trying to get HIRED!
Join us on November 25th at Price Center West Ballroom from 5PM-9PM. Have any questions? Contact Pei-Yun Tsai at p4tsai@ucsd.edu.Learn More
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Communications Assistant Internship
Triton Connection is a student internship program on campus and is currently looking for 1 student interested in an internship as a Communications Assistant with the California Sea Grant department in SIO. Pay rate is $14.00 an hour (work study is accepted but not required).
To apply for this position, click here by December 3rd. Have any questions? Contact Sally Morgan at smmorgan@ucsd.edu.
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Public Meetings
Sixth College Student Council (SCSC)
Thursdays, 5:15pm Main Conference Room
(2nd Floor of Pepper Canyon Hall)
Website | Facebook
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Finance Committee
Wednesdays, 1pm
Main Conference Room
(2nd Floor of Pepper Canyon Hall)
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Teal Team Sixth (SCSC Programming Committee)
Wednesday, 6pm
The Dogghouse
Facebook | Contact
Tech Committee
Thursdays, 7pm
Location Varies, Contact on Facebook for Location
Website | Facebook
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Sixth College Community Board (CoBoard)
Mondays, 7pm
The Dogghouse
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Basic Needs Resources
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Winter Break Housing
Need a place to stay over winter break? Whether it’s just a few nights or the whole break, we’ve got you’ve covered! We have worked with local hotels to get a discount block for UCSD students! See the information below. Limited availability. First come, first serve.
Marriot Hotel
- $89/night
- Offered 12/14/19 through 12/29/2019 and 1/1/20 to 1/5/20
- Sign up here!
Hotel Del Mar
- $80 for single; $90 for double room
- Offered 12/14/19 through 1/5/20
- Email sales@hoteldelmar.com & say you're with UCSD!
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Holiday Airport Shuttle
Going home for the holidays? Need a ride to the airport? UCSD has a holiday shuttle that can take you to and from the San Diego International Airport. The shuttle costs $5 to use and reservations can be made online. Reservation is required and it is on a first come first serve basis so get yours soon. Click here for more RSVP and general information about shuttle dates and times. Contact TellTPS@ucsd.edu if you have any questions
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Grocery Shuttle
We are excited to promote a free weekly shuttle service to Convoy and Balboa Ave! You can find various grocery stores like 99 Ranch Market, Balboa International Market, Food 4 Less, Zion Market, Tropical Star Market and Restaurant, and H-Mart. You can learn more about the route and various departure times as well as access several coupons and special offers for UCSD students here.We encourage anyone who is planning on shopping to bring your own grocery bags. See you there! Every Saturday from 12:00pm-7:30pm during Fall, Winter, & Spring Quarter excluding University holidays. Pick up at Mandeville Loop.
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Commuter Resources
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Cook in the kitchen, surf the web on the computers, take advantage in renting a locker, or watch TV. Just swipe your UCSD student ID at the door. Have questions? See the Sixth College Front Desk or contact jrapport@ucsd.edu.
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Campus Resources
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Coffee and Dine with a Prof
Want to get to know a professor, faculty member, or graduate TA better? Get coffee or dinner with them through our Coffee With a Prof or Dine With a Prof program. Pick up a voucher at the Sixth Student Affairs Office, located at the second floor of Pepper Canyon Hall after reading the instructions here.
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