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Sixth News You Can Use Welcome Week 2018 Edition

Spotlights • Academic Advising • Events • Job Opportunities • Public Meetings  Basic Needs Resources • Commuter Resources • Campus Resources

Welcome to Sixth News You Can Use , or SNYCU for short! This weekly Sixth College newsletter is your #1 resource for updates happening in the Sixth College community. From upcoming events happening both in Sixth and around campus, involvement opportunities, new job postings, and general Sixth resources, we're here to make sure you are up-to-date here at Sixth College!

Welcome Week Events

9/22 - 9/26 | UnOlympics Dance Practices   Perfect your UnOlympics dance moves and help us bring home the Golden Shoe! WHEN : Saturday-Wednesday, September 22nd-26th, 11am-12:30pm WHERE : Sixth College Res Hall Quad   Learn More

9/22 | Move Night Under the Stars ft. The Incredibles 2   Bring a blanket or chair, grab some movie snacks, and watch  The Incredibles 2 ! WHEN : Saturday, September 22nd. Movie starts at 8pm. WHERE : Sixth College Res Hall Quad   Learn More

9/23 | Pool Party!   Enjoy the last Sunday of summer with new friends, good food, and tons of fun! WHEN : Sunday, September 23rd, 4-6pm WHERE : Canyonview Pool (located near Warren Field)   Learn More

9/24 | Sixth College Org Fair   Learn how to get involved at Sixth College and UCSD, then cool off with some Kona Shaved Ice! WHEN : Monday, September 24th, 2-4pm WHERE : Sixth College Res Hall Quad   Learn More

9/24 | Pre-Convocation Gathering   Gather as a Sixth Community to recite the Sixth College Promise and receive a gift! WHEN : Monday, September 24th, 4pm WHERE : Sixth College Res Hall Quad   Learn More

9/24 | UC San Diego Convocation   Celebrate your formal entrance into our academic community! Free dinner after. WHEN : Monday, September 24th, 5pm WHERE : RIMAC Field   Learn More

9/25 | San Diego Waterfront Excursion   Explore the San Diego Waterfront and take a harbor cruise! $15 ticket includes transportation. Quantities limited. WHEN : Tuesday, September 25th, 9am-2pm WHERE : Meet at Rupertus Lane Bus Stop (across the street from the Student Services Center) for pickup.   Buy Tickets

9/25 | Target Night   Need to make a Target run? We'll take you there! Plus get discounts and giveaways! WHEN : Tuesday, September 25th, 8pm-12am WHERE : Meet at Rupertus Lane Bus Stop (across the street from the Student Services Center) for pickup.   Learn More

9/26 | UnOlympics Tailgate   Get pumped to win the Golden Shoe! Practice the dance, and grab lunch & swag! WHEN : Wednesday, September 26th, 10:30am WHERE : Sixth College Res Hall Quad   Learn More

9/26 | UnOlympics   The six colleges gather to battle it out for the coveted Golden Shoe! Will Sixth College win for a second year in a row? Come and join us to find out and support your fellow Sixers! WHEN : Wednesday, September 26th, 1pm WHERE : Spanos Field, North Track   Learn More

9/26 | Bon Voyage Beach Bonfire   Warp up an awesome Welcome Week with s'mores at La Jolla Shores! Get there using the MTS Bus Route 30. WHEN : Wednesday, September 26th, 7-9pm WHERE : La Jolla Shores Beach   Learn More

Academic Advising

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.

Events

Creating Your Long Term Academic Plan   Come and meet with the Sixth College Academic Advisors and get some help and advice in planning your 4 year plan for UC San Diego! We'll show you how you can create the most effective plan to help you graduate on time. WHEN : Monday, September 24th, 11am-12pm, 1:30pm-2:30pm WHERE : Digital Playroom (2nd Floor of Pepper Canyon Hall)   Contact Us

Sixth College Student Council's General Body Meeting!   Want to learn more about SCSC, the student governing body of Sixth College? Looking to meet some of the members of council? Interested in learning about the ways you can get involved at Sixth College events? Come out to SCSC's first ever GBM! We'll have free food*, giveaways, and a whole lot of knowledge to share about SCSC! *Food is first come, first serve. WHEN : Tuesday, September 25th, 5-7pm WHERE : The Dogghouse   RSVP

ASCE Presents: Fall Y'all Festival   Every fall, comes the annual welcome festival: Fall Y'all! Featuring a dynamic stage with up-and-coming acts, free food from unique San Diego vendors, and other interactive elements, our festival captures the excitement of students in their first moments of the new school year. WHEN : Sunday, September 23rd, 8-11pm WHERE : RIMAC Field   Learn More

Triton Mania 2018   UC San Diego athletics is hosting their yearly pep rally for incoming students! Come out for food, swag, music, and hype! Plus meet your Triton Athletes! WHEN : Monday, September 24th, 11-11:45am WHERE : RIMAC Arena   Learn More

Involvement Opportunities

Apply to Sixth College Student Council!   Are you passionate about Sixth College? Want to find more ways to improve campus and make changes? Get involved with SCSC today and become a student leader within Sixth College and UCSD! We have several positions available! For more info on each position, click here . Deadline to apply is Tuesday, October 2nd, 11:59pm . Interviews will be held on Saturday, October 6th, and Sunday, October 7th. Please read the application below for more info.   Apply Now

UC San Diego's 6th Annual Day of Service   UC San Diego is proudly putting on the 6th Annual Day of Service, where current and former Triton alike will come together and help beautify Chollas Lake Park! If you want to serve the San Diego community with your fellow Tritons, register today! Be prepared to volunteer outdoors. WHEN : Sunday, September 30th, 9am-2pm WHERE : Meet at Rupertus Lane Bus Stop (across the street from the Student Services Center) for pickup.   Register Here

Public Meetings

Coming soon!

Basic Needs Resources

Any registered UC San Diego student who is facing challenges with their access to adequate food, stable housing, or financial resources is encouraged to complete this form .

Commuter Resources

Sixth College Commuter Lounge   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 .   Buy Your Locker

Campus Resources

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