Campus Services

As COVID-19 restrictions are eased, more campus resources are being offered in person. Don’t forget that green badges are required for students to access these in-person resources:

Service	Status	More info
Academic Advising	Academic Advisers are working remotely and are available for student consultations and appointments. See the link at left for information about making an appointment. Make an advising appointment.	Website
Admissions	Due to COVID-19 concerns, Undergraduate Admissions has adjusted services. The Welcome Center and front counter at Hahn Student Services is closed until further notice. For general inquiries, please send an email to admissions@ucsc.edu. For campus tours inquiries, please email <mailto:visits@ucsc.edu>.	Website
Athletics and Recreation	UC Santa Cruz Physical Education spring courses, Adventure Outings, classes and workshops have been postponed until further notice.	Website
East and West Recreation Facilities	The pool is open to students for lap swimming and the East Tennis Courts are available for tennis on a reservation system.
The outdoor jogging path around the Upper East Field, the Disc Golf Course, and the West Tennis Courts	Open for drop-in use
Bookstore	Open 8:30 am to 5 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday. The bookstore will be closed to walk-in shopping. Online orders can be picked up at the will-call window.	Website
Express Store	8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday The Express Store will remain open and will limit the number of individuals allowed inside at any time. Please put distance between yourself and other people (at least 6 feet).
Dean of Students	The Dean of Students Office has suspended in-person operations until further notice. It will continue to offer services and support on a remote basis.	Website
Slug Support	Available to all students on a remote basis.	Website
Dining Services	View open locations, hours, and menus at [dining.ucsc.edu/eat](dining.ucsc.edu/eat)	Website
Financial Aid	Financial Aid inquiries can be sent via email to finaid@ucsc.edu.	Website
Health Center	To address the needs of students during COVID-19, SHS has many new telehealth services for off-campus students, as well as in-person primary care services for students living in Santa Cruz. Medical, mental health, wellness coaching, and advocacy services are available. Read Health Center COVID-19 updates.	Website
Libraries	The Science & Engineering Library has an individual study and online learning site available to all UCSC students. The McHenry Library remains closed. More information about resources and contacts are available at the Library Remote Access webpage.	Website
Mail Services	Campus Mail Delivery continues. Please notify campusmail@ucsc.edu if your stop is closed.	Website
Registrar	Business will be conducted via email, instant messaging, and telephone.	Website
Transportation and Parking Services	Beginning July 1, 2020, all parking on campus will require the display of an appropriate, valid permit or placard, or a virtual permit payment. Read more.	Website
Other UCSC Locations
Arboretum	The Arboretum and Botanic Garden reopened on June 29. Its hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children, and free for members and volunteers. Guests are asked to follow social distancing protocols, wear a mask, and bring their own drinking water.	Website
Farm and Garden, and Alan Chadwick Garden	Both locations are closed to the public until further notice in order to protect the health of our staff, students, volunteers, and other visitors.	Website
Seymour Marine Discovery Center	The Seymour Center is opening outdoors on Saturday, April 24, with a special member preview day on Saturday, April 17. Guests can explore the fascinating world of marine science and conservation through a variety of outdoor activities.	Website
Stevenson Event Center	The Stevenson Event Center has been designated as a remote-learning site for students. To use the space, make a reservation using the online reservation form	Website