October 4, 1997

UC Santa Cruz to host "Preview Day" for prospective students

Preview Day at the University of California, Santa Cruz-held each fall for prospective students, their parents, and counselors-will take place on Saturday, October 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In the morning session, faculty and current UCSC students will be featured in panel discussions on academic programs and residential student life. Separate sessions will be offered for high school and for transfer participants.

During the lunch hour, representatives from the academic departments will be available to provide information and answer questions. Lunch will be available for purchase, and music and entertainment will be provided.

The afternoon's activities will include student-led campus tours, open-house receptions at the eight residential colleges, and special presentations on financial aid, Student Affirmative Action/Educational Opportunity Programs, the transfer program, and the arts.

Registration will take place from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. at the Upper Quarry Amphitheater in the center of campus. During registration, representatives from the eight colleges, student affairs departments, and the recreational office will be on hand to answer questions.

Reservations for Preview Day are not necessary. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at (408) 459-4008.