For New & Prospective Students

Admissions & Student Life

8–8:30 am | Spieker Plaza

New Students: Get a Gift!: The newest members of the Cal family can pick up a commemorative "bear hug" gift before the Chancellor's welcome.

8:30–9:30 am | Haas Pavilion

New Student Welcome: Newly admitted students and their families are invited to an early-morning session with Chancellor Robert Birgeneau and campus leaders, who share their insights on the Berkeley experience.

9 am–4 pm | 103 Sproul Hall

Undergraduate Admissions Office Is Open: Advisers are on hand to answer questions from prospective students and their families. Newly admitted students may drop off their Statement of Intent to Register (SIR).

10–11 am | 100 Cesar Chavez Student Center

Applied to Berkeley? Next Steps: Make the most of your time on campus: hear from staff and students from the Transfer, Re-entry, and Student Parent Center.

11 am–noon | 100 Cesar Chavez Student Center
2–3 pm | 100 Cesar Chavez Student Center

Drop-in Advising for Transfer Students: Stop by and get your questions answered by those in the know.

1–2 pm | 120 Latimer Hall

Meet the Undergraduate Admissions Director: Bring your questions! Learn about the application, personal statement, admission process, and Berkeley's majors.

Assistant Vice Chancellor Walter Robinson

1–2 pm | 100 Cesar Chavez Student Center

Transferring to Berkeley 101: Learn tips and strategies for a successful transfer.

2:30–4 pm | 101 Morgan Hall

UC's New Freshman Admission Requirements: Significant changes in freshman admission requirements take effect for students seeking admission to UC campuses for fall 2012. Members of Berkeley's admissions-policy planning team discuss preparation and admission to UC. Professor George Johnson, Professor Emeritus David Stern, Assistant Vice Chancellor Walter Robinson

Financial Aid

9 am–4 pm | 211 Sproul Hall

The Financial Aid Office Is Open: Newly admitted students and their families can ask questions about their financial aid offer or drop off required forms.

1–2 pm | 126 Barrows Hall

Financial Aid Workshop: Students and families learn how to pay for a college education, and about financial aid, completing forms, application procedures, and private scholarships. Sumi Godfrey, Educational Guidance Center

Getting Involved

9 am–4 pm | Sproul Plaza

ASUC SUPERB: Entertainment Central at Cal: The Student Union Program, Entertainment, and Recreation Board (SUPERB) organizes concerts, comedy shows, film screenings, and game tournaments. Learn how to get involved!

9 am–4 pm | Recreational Sports Facility, courtyard

Recreational Sports Facility Tours: Take a self-guided tour of Berkeley's student sports center, and see the many options there for keeping fit and having fun.

9 am–4 pm | Sproul Plaza

Student Government: Meet student leaders and hear about the activities, services, and opportunities in student government.

9 am–4 pm | Sproul Plaza & Lower Sproul Plaza

Student Organizations on Sproul Plaza: Meet leaders from some of more than 850 student groups, and learn about activities, services, and opportunities.

10 am–2 pm | Recreational Sports Facility, courtyard

Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs: Berkeley sponsors 27 sport clubs in recreational competition and has intramural leagues in more than 11 sports. See demonstrations and find out how to play.

10 am–2 pm | 26 Barrows Hall

KALX Radio Open House: Tour UC Berkeley's award-winning campus radio station, which has been broadcasting for 45 years, and learn how to volunteer.

11 am–noon | Eshleman Hall

Cool Stuff Is on CalTV: Run by students for students, CalTV is the campus's online TV station. Be part of it — on-camera sports and news reporting, behind the camera work, or cutting it all together.

11 am–noon | 109 Dwinelle Hall

DeCal Class: The Simpsons and Philosophy: DeCal — Democratic Education at Cal — is the largest student-initiated education program in the country. Drop by to sample one of three classes on different topics at 11 am, and 1 and 2 pm.

11 am–noon | 210 Wheeler Hall

Discover Cal's Washington Programs: Once students are admitted, we urge them to leave! Why? Students and staff tell about the UC Berkeley Washington program and the Cal-in-the-Capital summer program. Program Coordinators Kathleen Slusser and Suzan Akin

11 am–noon | 156 Dwinelle Hall

Get Involved With the Center for Student Leadership: Ready to enhance your leadership skills? Get more information about the 850 student organizations on campus. Director Glenn DeGuzman, Program Coordinator Nurredina Workman

11 am–2 pm | Anthony Hall

Graduate Assembly Open House: The assembly advocates for all graduate students on financial, academic, and campus-life issues. Find out about its work.

1–2 pm | Eshleman Hall

ASUC Student Government Q&A: The Associated Students of the University of California (ASUC), the elected representatives of Berkeley's student body, builds student power through leadership development. Bring your questions.

1–2 pm | 109 Dwinelle Hall

DeCal Class: The Joy of Garbage: DeCal — Democratic Education at Cal — is the largest student-initiated education program in the country. Drop by to sample one of three classes on different topics at 11 am, and 1 and 2 pm.

2–3 pm | 109 Dwinelle Hall

DeCal Class: Stem Cells — Science and Society: DeCal — Democratic Education at Cal — is the largest student-initiated education program in the country. Drop by to sample one of three classes on different topics at 11 am, and 1 and 2 pm.

Getting Oriented

9 am–4 pm | Sproul Plaza

ASUC Lecture Notes: This popular campus service can make you smart! The service takes notes in more than 30 classes each semester, and has archived notes for hundreds more. Subscribe now or when you enroll.

9 am–4 pm | Sproul Plaza

CalSO Information Tent: Cal Student Orientation (CalSO) is the first stop for new students (after Cal Day, that is!). Learn about campus resources for new Cal Bears from student counselors, and get the scoop on orientation programs for students and their parents.

10–11 am | 100 Lewis Hall

Bear Talk: Q&A With Freshman Cal Students: Real, live students, all Cal Student Orientation (CalSO) counselors, will share their first-year experiences and answer your questions. New students and parents welcome!

11–11:30 am | 130 Wheeler Hall

Summer Programs for Freshmen and Transfers: Get a jump on required classes, connect with peers, get to know campus, and even save money. Hear how from those who know!

11 am–noon | Alumni House, Toll Room

Cal Traditions and Songs: Traditions, yells, fight songs — Rally Committee and alumni give you a crash course to get you ready for the spirit rally on Sproul Plaza at noon.

11 am–noon | 100 Wheeler Hall

Information Session: Summer Bridge: Summer Bridge is a six-week intensive academic residential program. If you were invited to participate for 2009, come learn all about the program. Parents and family are welcome! Director Nora Sandoval

11 am–noon | 10 Evans Hall

Starting Off on the Right Foot at Cal: Learn tips for the transition to college and academic success, including time management and getting organized, avoiding procrastination, managing stress, dealing with homesickness, and more.

Associate Director Bernard Griego, Center for Public Health Practice

11 am–6 pm | Eshleman Hall, ground floor

Open Computing Facility and Publications Center: These ASUC student-run facilities give students a place to use computers and printers, work on student publications, and get advice from a tech-savvy student staff. Take a walk-through!

Noon–2 pm | 213 Wheeler Hall

Information Session: Native American Students: Get the Native American perspective on Berkeley from staff, students, and alumni. Native American Outreach Coordinators Bridget Wilson, Jessica LePak, and Leece Lee

2–3 pm | 10 Evans Hall

Bear Talk: Q&A With Cal Transfer Students: Real, live students, all Cal Student Orientation (CalSO) counselors, will share their experiences and answer your questions about life at UC Berkeley.

3:30–5 pm | 145 & 155 Dwinelle Hall

Cal 101: A Bear's Necessities: Incoming students: Is Cal for you? A panel of current students and graduate-student instructors shares college experiences and answers questions. Bring your parents — we'll have a separate panel presentation for them. A brief reception will follow the presentations.

Housing

9 am–4 pm | Information Marketplace

African American Theme Program: Want to know more about this residential community with an academic focus? Come to the Residential Living Theme Housing table, #75 in the Information Marketplace.

9 am–4 pm | Information Marketplace

Student Co-op Housing Tours: One-hour walking tours of selected co-ops will be offered, and some will host open houses. Tours leave on the hour from the Berkeley Student Cooperative table, #74 in the Information Marketplace.

9 am–4 pm | Information Marketplace

Tour the Global-Environment Theme House and Green Suite: Take a 30-minute tour of this environment-friendly housing and learn about the simple choices students make to lessen their impact on the Earth. Go to the Residential Living Theme Program table, #75 in the Information Marketplace.

9 am–4 pm | Information Marketplace

Women in Science and Engineering Theme Housing: Women with a strong interest in math, science, and engineering live and learn about fields of study and skills for success at Cal in this theme housing. Visit the Residential Living Theme Program table, #75 in the Information Marketplace.

10 am–4 pm | For a complete list of locations, click Tours at top left

Residence Hall Tours: Take a look at a student room, dining areas, and Academic Service Centers in Berkeley's residence halls. Tours leave every 30 minutes through 3:30 pm.

11 am–1:30 pm | Sproul Plaza

Panhellenic Sorority House Tours: Check out our chapter houses! Recruitment Counselors will begin tours at the CalGreeks tent on Sproul Plaza every half hour.

2–2:30 pm | 156 Dwinelle Hall

Fraternity and Sorority Life at Cal: Have questions about Greek life? Learn about the four pillars of CalGreeks — friendship, scholarship, leadership, and service — and how joining can enhance your Berkeley experience. Dayna Davis and Brittany Diaz, Fraternity and Sorority Life

2–2:30 pm | 2 LeConte Hall
3–3:30 pm | 2 LeConte Hall

The Berkeley Student Cooperative: Affordable Housing and So Much More: What is co-op living all about? Student co-op members will answer your questions.

Study Abroad

11 am–noon | 155 Dwinelle Hall

Going Global: International Opportunities for Cal Students: Prospective students, learn about international education at Berkeley, including internationally-focused majors, the Global Poverty and Practice minor, and study abroad.

Noon–1 pm | 60 Evans Hall

Education Abroad Program Student Panel: Find out why students who have studied abroad think it's one of the best experiences of their lives! Hear returned EAP students describe how you can fulfill academic requirements, learn languages, and complete independent-study projects or internships on the road to becoming global citizens.

Cal Parents

9 am–4 pm | Dwinelle Plaza

Cal Parents Hospitality Tent: Meet the parents! Cal Parents volunteers and staff are on hand to answer questions and share their experiences. Stop by table #84 in the Information Marketplace.

Fall Program for Freshmen (UC Berkeley Extension)

10:30 am–noon | Wheeler Auditorium

Information Session: Fall Program for Freshmen: Attention students admitted for spring semester! Learn about the benefits of starting your Cal career as part of the UC Berkeley Extension Fall Program for Freshmen. A presentation on housing and a Q&A session will follow.

Kindergarten to College

10–11 am | 110 Barrows Hall

Preparándose Para la Universidad: ¿Cómo se prepara un estudiante de la preparatoria o secundaria para la universidad? ¿Cómo los padres o familiares pueden apoyar a su hijo/a durante su carrera académica? En este taller la Coordinadora Regional Alma Zaragoza del programa Early Academic Outreach Program/Programa Académico de Temprano Alcance contestará estas entre otras preguntas sobre la preparación académica.

10–11 am | 20 Barrows Hall
11:30 am–12:30 pm | 20 Barrows Hall

Preparing for College: Middle-School and High-School Years: How should students in grades 6 to 11 begin preparing for college now? How can parents and families support them on their educational journey? Get answers here. Teresa Arriaga, Early Academic Outreach Program

11 am–noon | 166 Barrows Hall

Community College: A Positive Pathway to Advancing Your Goals: Community colleges are a rich resource. Learn how they can help advance educational and career goals. Yvette Flores, School/University Partnerships

11 am–noon | 110 Barrows Hall

Taller de Ayuda Financiera: Si eres un estudiante, padre o familiar y quieres aprender cómo recibir ayuda financiera para la universidad ¡ven a este taller! Aprenderás sobre los fundamentos de la ayuda financiera, como rellenar los formularios, los pasos para solicitar e información de becas privadas. Nanci Roman, East Bay Consortium

1–2 pm | 166 Barrows Hall

Community College: Una Opción Positiva Para Alcanzar Tus Metas Educativas y Profesionales: Un community college es una fuente abundante para los estudiantes y padres. En este taller aprenderás cómo un community college puede ser una opción positiva para alcanzar tus metas educativas y profesionales. Douglas Parada, Asistente de los Directores del Centro de Asociaciones Educativas

1–2 pm | 126 Barrows Hall

Financial Aid Workshop: Students and families learn how to pay for a college education, and about financial aid, completing forms, application procedures, and private scholarships. Sumi Godfrey, Educational Guidance Center

Libraries & Collections

9 am–3:45 pm | Doe Library, outside north entrance

Doe and Moffitt Library Tours: If you like books, you'll love the campus's historic Doe Library and Moffitt Undergraduate Library. Take a self-guided tour, and be amazed.

9 am–3:45 pm | Doe Library, north entrance, or Moffitt Library, south entrance

Gardner Stacks and Moffitt Library Self-Guided Tour: The Gardner Stacks house the Library's remarkable research collection, and Moffitt is the campus's central undergraduate library. Start your tour by entering the stacks via Moffitt or Doe Library.

10 am–3 pm | Eshleman Hall, 7th floor

Eshleman Library and Study Lounge: Check out Cal's only 24-hour study lounge — and don't miss the extraordinary view!

School, College & Department Information Sessions & Events

Astronomy & Space

11 am–3 pm | 705 Campbell Hall

Astronomy Laboratory Open House: Tour the lab where astronomy students spend their time. Take the elevator to the 6th floor, turn left, and walk upstairs. Professor Geoffrey Bower and students

Biology

Integrative Biology

9 am–3 pm | 2101 Valley Life Sciences Building

Integrative Biology Information Table: Find out what integrative biology is, and learn about the classes and research programs in the field.

9 am–3 pm | 2062 Valley Life Sciences Building

Undergraduate Honors Research in Integrative Biology: Talk with our undergraduates and see the results of their research in the honors program.

Noon–1 pm | 2040 Valley Life Sciences Building

Studying Integrative Biology at Berkeley: Learn about the major and how its students discover the interconnections among living things. Hear how IB students develop their understanding of health sciences, ecology, and evolution.

Professor Wayne Sousa

Molecular & Cell Biology

9 am–2 pm | 2063 Valley Life Sciences Building

Molecular and Cell Biology Major Information Table: Students and advisers will answer questions about the undergraduate program and student life.

10–10:30 am | 2063 Valley Life Sciences Building & courtyard
10:30–11 am | 2063 Valley Life Sciences Building & courtyard
1–1:30 pm | 2063 Valley Life Sciences Building & courtyard
1:30–2 pm | 2063 Valley Life Sciences Building & courtyard

Molecular and Cell Biology Classroom Laboratory Tour: Tour state-of-the-art facilities used to instruct MCB students in current lab techniques. Tour leaders can answer questions about classes and the program. (Tours begin promptly.)

11 am–noon | 2050 Valley Life Sciences Building

Information Session: Molecular and Cell Biology Undergraduate Program: Learn about requirements, objectives, and opportunities for students who major in the field.

Noon–1 pm | 2050 Valley Life Sciences Building

Panel Discussion with Molecular and Cell Biology Students: Get a student perspective on Berkeley experiences and the undergraduate program in MCB.

Natural Resources

2–3 pm | 2060 Valley Life Sciences Building

You've Got Options: Biology in the College of Natural Resources: Which biology major is right for you? Maybe it's in CNR! Whether you want to attend medical school or become a wildlife ecologist, learn how to choose from the dozen-plus biology-based majors at Berkeley.

Business

9 am–3 pm | Haas School of Business, Bank of America Forum

Haas School of Business Undergraduate Advising: Staff and students offer information for new and prospective business students and their parents.

10–11 am | Haas School of Business, C210 Cheit Hall

Haas School of Business Undergraduate Program: For Non-UC Berkeley Students: Prospective students, parents, and counselors can learn about the admission process for transferring to the undergraduate business program from outside UC Berkeley. Director of Haas Undergraduate Admissions Janet Amador

11 am–12:30 pm | Haas School of Business, F295 Andersen Auditorium

Information Session: Haas School of Business Undergraduate Program: Hear about Berkeley's nationally acclaimed undergraduate program in business. Bring your questions! Executive Director of Haas Undergraduate Admissions Erika Walker

Chemistry & Chemical Engineering

Noon–2 pm | Latimer Hall, lobby

College of Chemistry Information Tables: Learn more about the College of Chemistry at these tables hosted by advisers and student organizations.

2–4 pm | 1 Pimentel Hall

College of Chemistry Undergraduate Programs: Hear about the programs and opportunities in chemistry, chemical biology, and chemical engineering at Berkeley. An informal Q&A follows the presentation.

Associate Dean Marcin Majda

Computer Science

9 am–3:30 pm | Soda Hall, 3rd floor

Computer Science Information Tables: Staff and student groups discuss the computer science programs and share what life is like at Berkeley.

9:30 am–3:30 pm | Soda Hall, 3rd floor

Tours of Soda Hall: Where can you find Berkeley computer science students? Meet them where they live, and pick up information about the computer science programs at Berkeley.

Noon–1 pm | 306 Soda Hall

The Value and Impact of an Engineering Education in the 21st Century: Prospective students and their parents will want to hear this "View From the Top" discussion of computer science and engineering at Berkeley.

Professor Tsu Jae King Liu

1–2 pm | 306 Soda Hall

The Letters and Science Major in Computer Science: Learn about the bachelor of arts program in computer science. Academic Adviser Barbara Hightower

Earth & Planetary Science/Geography

10 am–3 pm | 335 McCone Hall

Open House: Earth and Planetary Science Student Center: At the Ramsden Study Center undergraduates answer questions about student life and the six EPS majors: atmospheric science, environmental earth science, geology, geophysics, marine science, and planetary science.

Engineering

9 am–3 pm | McLaughlin Hall plaza

Engineering Information Table: Berkeley engineers excel — find out why! Faculty, staff, students, and alumni answer your questions and distribute information about the College of Engineering.

10–11 am | 348 Hearst Memorial Mining Building

Information Session: Engineering Undeclared Program: Learn about this popular option and how you can get the most out of it.

10 am–3 pm | Bechtel Engineering Center, front lawn

Engineering Student Societies: There's an engineering student group to match every interest, all under the umbrella of the Engineers' Joint Council. Meet students and stop by their tables for information, demonstrations, and contests.

11 am–noon | McLaughlin Hall plaza

Engineering Tour on Northside: The northeast quadrant of campus is home to the College of Engineering. Join students for a guided outdoor walking tour of the engineering buildings. Tours depart at 11, 11:15, 11:30, and 11:45 am.

Noon–1 pm | Bechtel Engineering Center, Sibley Auditorium

Meet the Engineering Dean: A panel of engineering faculty, students, and staff answer your questions about programs in the College of Engineering.

Executive Associate Dean Fiona Doyle

2–3 pm | 120 Bechtel Engineering Center

Have Tea With SWE: Join us for a cup of tea and meet members of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). All engineering students and their families are welcome.

Bioengineering

9–9:30 am | 105 Stanley Hall

Pre-Med Program in Bioengineering: Interested in medical school? Find out how a bioengineering degree is an excellent pre-med education.

Professor Sanjay Kumar

9 am–3 pm | Stanley Hall atrium, 1st floor

Bioengineering Information Center: Stop by to pick up information, ask questions, and meet faculty, staff, and students.

9:30–11 am | 105 Stanley Hall

Information Session: The Bioengineering Major: What's it like to be a BioE student? Get the scoop on classes and research opportunities -- plus tips to help you succeed in this exciting, interdisciplinary major. Chair Dorian Liepmann, Professor Steve Conolly

Civil & Environmental Engineering

9 am–3 pm | O'Brien Hall breezeway

Civil and Environmental Engineering Information Table: Stop by throughout the day to pick up information, ask questions, meet faculty, staff, and students, and see the facilities where CEE students study and hang out.

10–11 am | 502 Davis Hall

Meet the Chair: Civil and Environmental Engineering: What is it like in CEE? Hear from our experts on classes, research, and faculty -- our students!

Chair Lisa Alvarez-Cohen

Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences

9:30 am–3:30 pm | Cory Hall, 2nd floor entrance

Cory Hall Tours: Electrical engineering students lead tours of their building, leaving every 20 minutes

9:30 am–3:30 pm | Soda Hall, 3rd floor

Tours of Soda Hall: Where can you find Berkeley computer science students? Meet them where they live, and pick up information about the computer science programs at Berkeley.

Noon–1 pm | 306 Soda Hall

The Value and Impact of an Engineering Education in the 21st Century: Prospective students and their parents will want to hear this "View From the Top" discussion of computer science and engineering at Berkeley.

Professor Tsu Jae King Liu

2–3 pm | Bechtel Engineering Center, Sibley Auditorium

Information Session: For Freshmen Admitted to EECS: Get all the details on the bachelor of science program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences.

Professor Stuart Russell

3–4 pm | Bechtel Engineering Center, Sibley Auditorium

Life in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences: A Student Perspective: A student panel answers questions from prospective students and their families and offers tips about life at Berkeley. Hear the real deal about EECS and computer science programs in both Engineering and Letters and Science.

Engineering Science

11 am–noon | Bechtel Engineering Center, Sibley Auditorium

Information Session: Engineering Science: Faculty and students give an overview of the interdisciplinary studies majors in engineering science: computational engineering science, engineering mathematics and statistics, engineering physics, environmental engineering science, and the engineering undeclared major.

Professor Tarek Zohdi

Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

1–2 pm | 3111 Etcheverry Hall

Industrial Engineering and Operations Research: The Science of Better: Predicting how systems will behave promotes better decision-making. Learn about majors in IEOR and Operations Research and Management Science, and how students use information technology and mathematical modeling to solve problems. Chair Rhonda Righter, Professor Robert Leachman

2–3:30 pm | 3111 Etcheverry Hall

Industrial Engineering and Operations Research in the Real World: Interested in both business and engineering? Learn about projects, with real companies and organizations, that improve decision-making for managing real-world systems.

Adjunct Professor Ikhlaq Sidhu

Materials Science & Engineering

Noon–1 pm | 390 Hearst Memorial Mining Building

Meet Materials Science and Engineering Faculty: Meet one-on-one with the department chair and professors to learn how materials are key to so many breakthroughs in science and engineering. Chair Robert Ritchie, Professor Ronald Gronsky

Mechanical Engineering

10–10:30 am | Etcheverry Hall, 3rd floor
11–11:30 am | Etcheverry Hall, 3rd floor
1–1:30 pm | Etcheverry Hall, 3rd floor
2–2:30 pm | Etcheverry Hall, 3rd floor

Mechanical Engineering Labs and Machine Shop Tour: Join us for a half-hour walking tour of instructional labs and the fully equipped machine shop used by mechanical engineering students.

10 am–2 pm | Etcheverry Hall-Soda Hall esplanade

Mechanical Engineering Information Tables and Demonstrations: Meet the students, learn about their projects, and find out what it takes to be an ME major.

10 am–2 pm | Etcheverry Hall-Soda Hall esplanade

Mechanical Engineering Open Labs and Demonstrations: Check out our laboratories and meet the students who work and study there.

Noon–1 pm | 3110 Etcheverry Hall

Mechanical Engineering: Meet the Chairs: Learn about the exciting research in mechanical engineering, hear an overview of the program, and find out why this is such a dynamic, versatile discipline. Chair Albert Pisano, Vice Chair for Instruction Michael Frenklach

Nuclear Engineering

2–3 pm | 3113 Etcheverry Hall

Nuclear Engineering Information and Laboratory Tour: Catch the excitement and get answers to all your questions about the program.

Professor Jasmina Vujic

English

11 am–noon | 315 Wheeler Hall
3:30–4 pm | 315 Wheeler Hall

Information for Prospective English Majors: Love literature, poetry, writing, and reading? Be an English major! Get your questions answered about Berkeley's English program.

Undergraduate Adviser Ken Mahru

Environmental Design

10:30–11:30 am | Wurster Hall, lobby

College of Environmental Design: Tour Wurster Hall: Get answers to your questions about undergraduate programs and tour the facility. Designed by former architecture faculty members, Wurster is a rich environment for the CED community. See its world-class library, design archives, research facilities, labs, fabrication shop, galleries, and café. Associate Dean Greig Crysler

Associate Dean Greig Crysler

11 am–noon | 104 Wurster Hall

Information Session: Graduate Studies in Environmental Design: Want to be an architect? Newly admitted and prospective graduate students can hear a discussion of the architecture program and get answers to their questions.

11 am–4 pm | Wurster Hall, lobby

College of Environmental Design: Open House, Tours, and Exhibits: Academic advisers and students will answer questions about the undergraduate programs in architecture, landscape architecture, and urban studies and the landscape architecture graduate program. See student work and take a tour of the CED building and design studios. Tours leave on the hour from 11 am through 3 pm.

1–2 pm | 112 Wurster Hall

College of Environmental Design: History and Overview: Join us for an introduction to the college and its academic programs — from someone who's experienced it as a student, professor, and now interim dean. A Q&A with peer advisers follows.

Interim Dean Sam Davis

Health & Medical

9–9:30 am | 105 Stanley Hall

Pre-Med Program in Bioengineering: Interested in medical school? Find out how a bioengineering degree is an excellent pre-med education.

Professor Sanjay Kumar

10–11 am | 1 Pimentel Hall

Information Session: Pre-Med: Is medical school your goal? A panel of medical students and Career Center advisers explains how to get there.

International & Area Studies

11 am–noon | 155 Dwinelle Hall

Going Global: International Opportunities for Cal Students: Prospective students, learn about international education at Berkeley, including internationally-focused majors, the Global Poverty and Practice minor, and study abroad.

1–2 pm | 145 Dwinelle Hall

What Does It Mean to Be a Global Citizen?: Students from many majors share their field and classroom experiences in Global Poverty and Practice, the fastest-growing minor on campus.

Letters & Science

9:30–11 am | 155 Dwinelle Hall

Excellence and Opportunity in the College of Letters and Science: Hear a panel discussion of the rich educational opportunities open to students in Berkeley's largest college at every stage of their studies. Undergraduate Advising Director Avis Hinkson, Undergraduate Academic Planning Director Alix Schwartz, Director of Undergraduate Research Terry Strathman

1–2 pm | 110 Barrows Hall

Information Session: Letters and Science Student Peer Advisers: Learn about the academics and opportunities that contribute to the strength, breadth, and excitement of Berkeley's liberal-arts college.

Mathematics

9 am–4 pm | 1015 Evans Hall

Mathematics Undergraduate Advising and Information: Visit advisers and get comprehensive information about major and minor programs in mathematics.

9:30 am–4 pm | 1015 Evans Hall

Meet Current Math Students: The Math Undergraduate Student Association is the beating heart of the undergraduate math community (just ask its members!). Hear the perspectives and experiences of students in the top math department in the country. Play games, win prizes, and take home a souvenir from the t-shirt sale.

Natural Resources

10–11 am | 100 Genetics & Plant Biology Building

Life as a College of Natural Resources Student: A panel of current students answers your questions about majors, research opportunities, student groups, student life, and more. Meet academic advisers and faculty.

10 am–2 pm | Mulford Hall, east patio

Cal Forestry Club Exposition: Learn about the many activities of one of the College of Natural Resources' most popular student groups — and take home a free seedling to plant.

11 am–noon | 100 Genetics & Plant Biology Building

College of Natural Resources Career Panel: CNR alumni share their stories, advice, and career experiences — see what possibilities await new and prospective students!

1–2 pm | 260 Mulford Hall

Mixer for Transfer Students in the College of Natural Resources: Visit the college's Student Resource Center to meet current CNR transfer students and advisers. A great networking opportunity!

1–2 pm | Information Marketplace

Tour: Spotlight on the College of Natural Resources: Tour the college in its historic buildings on the beautiful northwest side of campus. Begins at the College of Natural Resources table, #24 in the Information Marketplace.

2–3 pm | 2060 Valley Life Sciences Building

You've Got Options: Biology in the College of Natural Resources: Which biology major is right for you? Maybe it's in CNR! Whether you want to attend medical school or become a wildlife ecologist, learn how to choose from the dozen-plus biology-based majors at Berkeley.

3–4 pm | Morgan Hall patio

College of Natural Resources Reception: Newly admitted CNR students and their families are invited to get to know current students, faculty, alumni, advisers — and each other.

3–4 pm | Morgan Hall patio

College of Natural Resources Research Posters: Undergraduates in CNR's biological, physical, and social-science majors showcase their research on real-life issues. See how this work makes a difference in the world.

Physics

Noon–1 pm | 4 LeConte Hall

Physics Undergraduate Program: A Panel Discussion: Faculty advisers, staff, and current students present an overview of the educational and research opportunities for physics students.

Chair Frances Hellman

Psychology

10–11 am | 145 Dwinelle Hall

Information Session: The Psychology Major: The undergraduate adviser and current students tell you how to become a Berkeley psychology major — including a review of prerequisites, admission criteria, and the application process.

2–3 pm | 100 Genetics & Plant Biology Building

Life as a Psychology Major: Psychology students answer questions about volunteer activities, community service, and how to make the most of your time at Berkeley. Members of the Association of Psychology Undergraduates, Psi Chi, and Psychology at Berkeley journal

ROTC

11–11:30 am | 155 Hearst Gymnasium
2–2:30 pm | 155 Hearst Gymnasium

Information Session: Army ROTC Scholarships: Berkeley's program offers scholarships, leadership training, physical-fitness classes, and a guaranteed job. Professor David Fee, Enrollment Officer Biji John

1–2 pm | 155 Hearst Gymnasium

Information Session: Air Force ROTC: Do you dream about heading off to pilot training or a related career path? Learn how ROTC can help you get there. Current cadets discuss scholarships, the challenges and rewards of being a Berkeley student and cadet, and opportunities for international summer experiences.

Commandant of Cadets Amber Henson

Sociology

1:30–3 pm | 402 Barrows Hall

Life as a Sociology Major: Sociology majors discuss their experiences and opportunities for involvement in clubs and activities, and an adviser talks about careers in sociology.

Statistics

11 am–2 pm | 1011 Evans Hall

Statistics Undergraduate Research Poster Session: Undergraduates discuss their experiences and in-progress research through the Vertical Integration of Research and Education (VIGRE) program.

Undergraduate Research

11 am–noon | 160 Dwinelle Hall

Going Public: Publishing Your Undergraduate Research: Berkeley undergraduates talk about publishing their research and editing undergraduate journals.

11 am–noon | 182 Dwinelle Hall

Undergraduate Research in the Interdisciplinary Studies Field Major: Undergraduates can design a customized program of study to prepare for many careers or graduate programs — hear how current students are doing just that.

Director Renate Holub

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