We are so excited that our Bobcats will soon arrive on campus!
What better way to start the Fall 2025 semester than taking part in the Office of Student Involvement's Welcome Back Festivities? These fun events will serve as a great introduction to UC Merced. Throughout August and September, you're invited to participate in activities, programs and workshops to help you get involved and connect with fellow students, staff members and faculty. Check out the Office of Student Involvement events to find out more. Important note: These events are subject to change. We encourage you to check catlife.ucmerced.edu frequently for updates as events will continue to be added once the semester kicks off.
Set Yourself Up for Bobcat Success
ASCEND equips incoming first year and transfer students with crucial academic skills and insights into university expectations. It links you to essential campus resources, supporting your smooth transitions to life as a Bobcat. We invite you to attend the ASCEND New Student Conference. Check your student email for this year's schedule.
UNIVERSITY STORE
Shop official University of California, Merced apparel, textbooks, merchandise and gear at the University of California, Merced Bookstore. The bookstore is an authorized Apple reseller and sells laptops, iPads and Apple accessories. You also can buy discounted technology from Dell and Microsoft!
CLASSROOM AdvenTOURS
We encourage you to explore the Classroom AdvenTOURS program. It is designed to help you locate buildings, find your classrooms and labs, and ensure that you know how to navigate campus like an experienced Bobcat! Tours are offered Aug. 24-26, and you can sign up here. Please register for a time slot by noon, August 18. Space is limited, so don't delay!
