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Student Services
Located next to library walk. Student Health Center (SHS) can ensure you a nice and comfortable experience when you need medical assistance.
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
To make appointments at SHS — walk in, call (858)534-8089 or make an online appointment through http://studenthealth.ucsd.edu After-Hours Nurse Advice Line: (858)534-3300 Medical care provided by Student Health Center will be partly covered by UC SHIP (Student Health Insurance Plan)
CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services): website: http://caps.ucsd.edu Get psychological counseling and crisis services to lead
you towards academic success and personal development
On-Campus A rac ons Visit stuartcollec on.ucsd.edu for more interes ng a rac ons!
Sun God Statue
In the past, it has been embellished with giant sunglasses, a UCSD ID card, earphones, and a tape player. Also, the Sun God Festival is the largest event sponsored by the UCSD Associated Students, and you won’t want to miss it! Located on Muir Lawn. Artist: Niki de Saint Phalle, Year 1983
Two legends exist about the “Two Running Violet V Forms” x�The winter before the structure was constructed, it was stormy and windy, and some trees had fallen down. In order to keep the trees from falling down in the future, this structure was built.
x�Around the same time, some giraffes escaped from the San Diego Zoo
and, rumor has it, that they really like eucalyptus leaves. The fences were put up to help capture the giraffes so they could be returned to the zoo. This art piece’s nickname is “the giraffe catcher”.
Located between Price Center and Muir College. Artist: Robert Irwin, Year 1983
On-Campus A rac ons Visit stuartcollec on.ucsd.edu for more interes ng a rac ons!
Silent Tree and Music Tree Two real trees preserved and encased in skins of lead. Silent Tree is located in front of the Geisel Library, while the Music Tree is hidden between the ‘forest” beside Library Walk. Artist: Terry Allen, Year 1986 You can hear the Music Tree during the day near Geisel Library!
Warren Bear Isn’t it cute? This sculpture is near the engineering buildings, as it was built using the avant-garde, state-of-the-art construction methods in structural engineering. Located in between the engineering buildings of Warren College, it is visible when you walk along Warren Mall. Artist: Tim Hawkinson, Year 2005.
On-Campus A rac ons Visit stuartcollec on.ucsd.edu for more interes ng a rac ons!
Snake Path With its top stretching from Geisel Library to its tail reaching Warren Mall, the Snake Path is built with a combination of biblical and literature references. The garden around symbolizes the "garden of Eden" and there is also a marble bench with the quote:
"Yet ah why should they know their fate/When sorrow never comes too late/And happiness too swiftly lies/Thought would destroy their Paradise/No more, where ignorance is bliss, tis folly to be wise."
The path then passes a monumental granite book carved with a quote from Milton's Paradise Lost. "And wilt thou not be loath to leave this Paradise, but shalt possess a Paradise within thee, happier far."
Friendly Advice February 14 Valentine’s Day
Named after an early Christian martyr, Americans give gifts such as chocolate, cards, and lowers to the ones they love. Many student organizations have exciting events around Valentine’s day. Participate in these events and have some fun with your friends and loved ones! 17 President’s Day
No school!
List of National Holidays and Common Observances —— Know these celebrations and enjoy your college life in the U.S.! ——
January 1 New Year’s Day
Celebrations of the New Year start the night before (New Year’s Eve). Americans gather to wish each other a happy and prosperous coming year. People make New Year's resolutions.
20 Martin Luther King Day
Martin Luther King Day is on the third Monday in January. Martin Luther King Jr. is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights. Every year, there is a parade held in downtown San Diego. Be sure to check it out!
March
Daylight Saving Time begins!
Don’t forget to change the time on your clocks!
17 St. Patrick’s Day
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September
Labor Day
The irst Monday of September is Labor Day, which honors the nation's workers. There are a lot of parades every year on this day. For a lot of Americans, it is also the end of summer vacation and the start of the school year.
May Mother’s Day Mother’s Day is celebrated the second Sunday of May. President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation in 1914 which started this holiday. People send lowers to their mothers or treat them to dinner. Memorial Day Memorial Day is celebrated the last Monday of May. Originally, it was to honor people that were killed in the American Civil War, but now it has become a day to remember veterans that have died in service.
July 4 Independence Day
This holiday honors the Declaration of Independence. On this day, people tend to go to barbecues, participate in patriotic parades & concerts, and watch ireworks at night.
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June Father’s Day
Father’s Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June. It began in 1909 in Washington when a daughter requested a special day to honor her father who was a Civil War veteran, raising his children after his wife’s death.
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October
31 Halloween
On Halloween, American children dress up in costumes and go "trick or treat”-ing by knocking on neighbors’ doors to get candies. Many organiza ons, including the Triton Interna onal Leaders (TILs) host Halloween par es. Look out for event invita ons through emails and on Facebook!
November Daylight Saving Time ends
Be sure to change the me on your clocks!
11 Veterans Day
This holiday was originally to honor Americans who had served in World War I. Now, it honors all veterans. Veterans' organiza ons hold parades, and the president places a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington Na onal Cemetery in Virginia.
Thanksgiving Day
It is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. In the fall of 1621, the Pilgrims held a three-day feast to celebrate a boun ful harvest. This is regarded as the na on's first Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving became a na onal tradi on and today it typically includes foods such as a roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, potatoes, and pumpkin pie.
Many students living away from families go back to their homes for Thanksgiving. As interna onal students, you may have the chance to have a tradi onal dinner at your suitemate’s house or through the host family program by the Interna onal Center! Look out for emails about this program!
December
24 Christmas Eve
25 Christmas Day
Christmas is a Chris an holiday celebra ng the birth of Jesus Christ. Many Americans, even non-Chris ans, decorate their houses and yards with lights, put up Christmas trees, have family gatherings, give gi s and send gree ng cards.
31 New Years Eve
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Friendly Advice Don’t feel worried or alone, there are many others like you! If you need help, ask for it! > International Center Have questions about visa, passport, I-20, status changes, or any other paperwork? This is the place to get help. >Triton International Leaders (TILs) program TILs is a mentorship program under the International Students & Programs Of ice (ISPO). You will be assigned a mentor, who is available to provide basic information regarding school, student life, and life in San Diego in general! Everyone needs someone who they can talk to and get advice from. This is the perfect program for that! TILs also organizes many fun social and professional events that you can be a part of as well!
>Friday International Cafe Every Friday from 12:00-1:15pm you can try different food from all over the world for $5! It’s also a great way to meet other international students, staff, and faculty. You can also learn new languages at the language table!
Want to meet other international students? Need help or advice? Want to get involved?
Friendly Advice >International-Club A student-run organization that promotes international cultural exchange. Its goal is to bridge the gap between international and domestic students through social activities. Go to events, meet new people and learn new things!
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<Advice from current international students> We asked some current international students at UC San Diego: “If you could go back in time to when you first came to college, what advice would you give yourself...?”
“Be open-minded, meet new people, challenge new things!
“Even if you don’t feel quali ied for something, try applying for it anyway! Take a chance!”
“To all of you that live on campus: When you do your laundry, check if you have left any of your socks or underwear in the washers/dryers!”
“De initely take Gospel Choir class! It was so much fun!”
“Eat healthy, and don’t drink too much soda!”
“Try to avoid taking 8am classes if you’re not a morning person.”
“Step out of your comfort zone into the world of uncertainness! It may be scary at irst, but trust me, you will have so many wonderful encounters!”
“Take advantage of office hours! Express your own thoughts and questions to professors and TAs. Remember to prepare what you want to share before going though!”
“Check out various clubs at irst, get to know the people and what they do. Then ind the ones you like the most and be an active member. It’s totally possible for a freshman to get an of icer position.”
“Check out student organization events and see what you are interested in. Many organizations don’t require you to be a member to participate in their events!”