2025 Summer Webinars for Incoming Frosh

Join us this summer for our webinar series to: learn about your math placement; meet the Science Excellence team; learn about our science majors; and gain tools that will help you in your first year. The schedule and descriptions are below.


Questions? Email sci-x@ucsc.edu


Webinar Series Schedule:

ALEKS Math Placement for Science and Math Majors

Dates & Times:

July 1st, 5:00 – 6:00 PM PDT (Click here to register)

July 22nd, 12:00 – 1:00 PM PDT (Click here to register)

Get introduced to ALEKS PPL, an essential online platform for assessing and strengthening your math skills. In this brief session, you’ll learn how ALEKS functions as both a placement assessment and a personalized learning tool. Discover how it can support your academic success in first-year science coursework like chemistry and calculus.

Frosh, Friends, and Family: Welcome to the Sciences

Dates & Times:

July 10th, 12:00 – 1:00 PM PDT (Click here to register)

July 17th, 5:00 – 6:00  PM PDT (Click here to register)

This webinar welcomes incoming science students and families to the Faculty of Science. Meet the Science Excellence team and learn about key summer events, advising support, and resources to prepare for a strong start. We’ll also discuss science majors and how families can support students during the transition.

Exploring your science major

Date & Time:

August 6th, 5:00 – 6:00 PM PDT (Click here to register)

Choosing a major can feel overwhelming, but many science students share a common academic path in their first year. This session breaks down the similarities in core coursework, introduces the range of science majors available, and helps you begin thinking about where your interests align.

What to Expect as a Science Student in Your First Year

Date & Time:

September 3rd, 5:00 – 6:00 PM PDT (Click here to register)

This comprehensive session covers what you need to know to feel prepared for your first year in the sciences. We’ll explore course formats (lectures, labs, tutorials), academic expectations, time management strategies, and support systems. Learn how to navigate challenges and make the most of your university experience, both inside and outside the classroom.