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Located  next  to  library  walk.  Student  Health  Center    (SHS)  can  ensure  you  a  nice  and  comfortable  experience  when  you  need  medical  assistance.  

STUDENT  HEALTH  CENTER

To  make  appointments  at  SHS  —  walk  in,  call  (858)534-8089  or  make  an  online  appointment  through  http://studenthealth.ucsd.edu After-Hours  Nurse  Advice  Line:  (858)534-3300 Medical  care  provided  by  Student  Health  Center  will  be  partly  covered  by  UC  SHIP  (Student  Health  Insurance  Plan)

CAPS  (Counseling  and  Psychological  Services): website:  http://caps.ucsd.edu Get  psychological  counseling  and  crisis  services  to  lead  

you  towards  academic  success  and  personal  development

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Sun  God  Statue

In  the  past,  it  has  been  embellished  with  giant  sunglasses,  a  UCSD  ID  card,  earphones,  and  a  tape  player.  Also,  the  Sun  God  Festival  is  the  largest  event  sponsored  by  the  UCSD  Associated  Students,  and  you  won’t  want  to  miss  it! Located  on  Muir  Lawn.  Artist:  Niki  de  Saint  Phalle,  Year  1983

Two  legends  exist  about  the  “Two  Running  Violet  V  Forms” x�The  winter  before  the  structure  was  constructed,  it  was  stormy  and  windy,  and  some  trees  had  fallen  down.  In  order  to  keep  the  trees  from  falling  down  in  the  future,  this  structure  was  built.  

x�Around  the  same  time,  some  giraffes  escaped  from  the  San  Diego  Zoo  

and,  rumor  has  it,  that  they  really  like  eucalyptus  leaves.  The  fences  were  put  up  to  help  capture  the  giraffes  so  they  could  be  returned  to  the  zoo.  This  art  piece’s  nickname  is  “the  giraffe  catcher”.

Located  between  Price  Center  and  Muir  College. Artist:  Robert  Irwin,  Year  1983

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Silent  Tree  and  Music  Tree Two  real  trees  preserved  and  encased  in  skins  of  lead.  Silent  Tree  is  located  in  front  of  the  Geisel  Library,  while  the  Music  Tree  is  hidden  between  the  ‘forest”  beside  Library  Walk.  Artist:  Terry  Allen,  Year  1986 You  can  hear  the  Music  Tree  during  the  day  near  Geisel  Library!

Warren  Bear Isn’t  it  cute?  This  sculpture  is  near  the  engineering  buildings,  as  it  was  built  using  the  avant-garde,  state-of-the-art  construction  methods  in  structural  engineering. Located  in  between  the  engineering  buildings  of  Warren  College,  it  is  visible  when  you  walk  along  Warren  Mall.   Artist:  Tim  Hawkinson,  Year  2005.

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Snake  Path With  its  top  stretching  from  Geisel  Library  to  its  tail  reaching  Warren  Mall,  the  Snake  Path  is  built  with  a  combination  of  biblical  and  literature  references.  The  garden  around  symbolizes  the  "garden  of  Eden"  and  there  is  also  a  marble  bench  with  the  quote:  

"Yet  ah  why  should  they  know  their  fate/When  sorrow  never  comes  too  late/And  happiness  too  swiftly   lies/Thought  would  destroy  their  Paradise/No  more,  where  ignorance  is  bliss,  tis  folly  to  be  wise."  

The  path  then  passes  a  monumental  granite  book  carved  with  a  quote  from  Milton's Paradise  Lost.   "And  wilt  thou  not  be  loath  to  leave  this  Paradise,  but  shalt  possess  a  Paradise  within  thee,  happier  far."

Friendly  Advice February 14  Valentine’s  Day

Named  after  an  early  Christian  martyr,  Americans  give   gifts  such  as  chocolate,  cards,  and   lowers  to  the  ones  they  love.  Many  student  organizations  have  exciting  events  around  Valentine’s  day.  Participate  in  these  events  and  have  some  fun  with  your  friends  and  loved  ones! 17  President’s  Day

No  school!

List  of  National  Holidays  and  Common  Observances ——  Know  these  celebrations  and  enjoy  your  college  life  in  the  U.S.!  ——

January 1  New  Year’s  Day

Celebrations  of  the  New  Year  start  the  night  before  (New  Year’s  Eve).  Americans  gather  to  wish  each  other  a  happy  and  prosperous  coming  year.  People  make  New  Year's  resolutions.

20  Martin  Luther  King  Day

Martin  Luther  King  Day  is  on  the  third  Monday  in  January.  Martin  Luther  King  Jr.  is  best  known  for  his  role  in  the  advancement  of  civil  rights.  Every  year,  there  is  a  parade  held  in  downtown  San  Diego.  Be  sure  to  check  it  out!

March

Daylight  Saving  Time  begins!

Don’t  forget  to  change  the  time  on  your  clocks!

17    St.  Patrick’s  Day

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September

Labor  Day

The   irst  Monday  of  September  is  Labor  Day,  which  honors  the  nation's  workers.  There  are  a  lot  of  parades  every  year  on  this  day.  For  a  lot  of  Americans,  it  is  also  the  end  of  summer  vacation  and  the  start  of  the  school  year.

May Mother’s  Day Mother’s  Day  is  celebrated  the  second  Sunday  of  May.  President  Woodrow  Wilson  issued  a  proclamation  in  1914  which  started  this  holiday.  People  send   lowers  to  their  mothers  or  treat  them  to  dinner. Memorial  Day Memorial  Day  is  celebrated  the  last  Monday  of  May.  Originally,  it  was  to  honor  people  that  were  killed  in  the  American  Civil  War,  but  now  it  has  become  a  day  to  remember  veterans  that  have  died  in  service.

July 4  Independence  Day

This  holiday  honors  the  Declaration  of  Independence.  On  this  day,  people  tend  to  go  to  barbecues,  participate  in  patriotic  parades  &  concerts,  and  watch   ireworks  at  night.

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June Father’s  Day

Father’s  Day  is  celebrated  on  the  third  Sunday  of  June.  It  began  in  1909  in  Washington  when  a  daughter  requested  a  special  day  to  honor  her  father  who  was  a  Civil  War  veteran,  raising  his  children  after  his  wife’s  death.

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October

31  Halloween

On  Halloween,  American  children  dress  up  in  costumes  and  go  "trick  or  treat”-ing  by  knocking  on  neighbors’  doors  to  get  candies.  Many  organiza ons,  including  the  Triton  Interna onal  Leaders  (TILs)  host  Halloween  par es.  Look  out  for  event  invita ons  through  emails  and  on  Facebook!

November Daylight  Saving  Time  ends

Be  sure  to  change  the   me  on  your  clocks!

11  Veterans  Day

This  holiday  was  originally  to  honor  Americans  who  had  served  in  World  War  I.  Now,  it  honors  all  veterans.  Veterans'   organiza ons  hold  parades,  and  the  president  places  a  wreath  on  the  Tomb  of  the  Unknowns  at  Arlington  Na onal  Cemetery  in  Virginia.

Thanksgiving  Day

It  is  celebrated  on  the  fourth  Thursday  in  November.  In  the  fall  of  1621,  the  Pilgrims  held  a  three-day  feast  to  celebrate  a  boun ful  harvest.  This  is  regarded  as  the  na on's  first  Thanksgiving.   Thanksgiving  became  a  na onal  tradi on  and  today  it  typically   includes  foods  such  as  a  roasted  turkey,  cranberry  sauce,  potatoes,  and  pumpkin  pie.

Many  students  living  away  from  families  go  back  to  their  homes  for  Thanksgiving.  As  interna onal  students,  you  may  have  the  chance  to  have  a  tradi onal  dinner  at  your  suitemate’s  house  or  through  the  host  family  program  by  the  Interna onal  Center!  Look  out  for  emails  about  this  program!

December

24  Christmas  Eve

25  Christmas  Day

Christmas  is  a  Chris an  holiday  celebra ng  the  birth  of  Jesus  Christ.  Many  Americans,  even  non-Chris ans,  decorate  their  houses  and  yards  with  lights,  put  up  Christmas  trees,  have  family  gatherings,  give  gi s  and  send  gree ng  cards.  

31  New  Years  Eve

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Friendly  Advice Don’t  feel  worried  or  alone,  there  are  many  others  like  you!  If  you  need  help,  ask  for  it! >  International  Center Have  questions  about  visa,  passport,  I-20,  status  changes,  or  any  other  paperwork?  This  is  the  place  to  get  help. >Triton  International  Leaders  (TILs)  program TILs  is  a  mentorship  program  under  the  International  Students  &  Programs  Of ice  (ISPO).  You  will  be  assigned  a  mentor,  who  is  available  to  provide  basic  information  regarding  school,  student  life,  and  life  in  San  Diego  in  general!  Everyone  needs  someone  who  they  can  talk  to  and  get  advice  from.  This  is  the  perfect  program  for  that!  TILs  also  organizes  many  fun  social  and  professional  events  that  you  can  be  a  part  of  as  well!

>Friday  International  Cafe Every  Friday  from  12:00-1:15pm  you  can  try  different  food  from  all  over  the  world  for  $5!  It’s  also  a  great  way  to  meet  other  international  students,  staff,  and  faculty.  You  can  also  learn  new  languages  at  the  language  table!

Want  to  meet  other  international  students?   Need  help  or  advice?    Want  to  get  involved?

Friendly  Advice >International-Club A  student-run  organization  that  promotes  international  cultural  exchange.  Its  goal  is  to bridge  the  gap  between  international  and  domestic  students  through  social  activities.  Go  to  events,  meet  new  people  and  learn  new  things!

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<Advice from current international students> We  asked  some  current  international  students  at  UC  San  Diego: “If  you  could  go  back  in  time  to  when  you  first  came  to  college,  what  advice  would  you  give  yourself...?”

“Be  open-minded,  meet  new  people,  challenge  new  things!  

“Even  if  you  don’t  feel  quali ied  for  something,  try  applying  for  it  anyway!  Take  a  chance!”

“To  all  of  you  that  live  on  campus:   When  you  do  your  laundry,  check  if  you  have  left  any  of  your  socks  or  underwear  in  the  washers/dryers!”

“De initely  take  Gospel  Choir  class!  It  was  so  much  fun!”

“Eat  healthy,  and  don’t  drink  too  much  soda!”

“Try  to  avoid  taking  8am  classes  if  you’re  not  a  morning  person.”

“Step  out  of  your  comfort  zone  into  the  world  of  uncertainness!  It  may  be  scary  at   irst,  but  trust  me,  you  will  have  so  many   wonderful  encounters!”

“Take advantage of office hours! Express your own thoughts and questions to professors and TAs. Remember to prepare what you want to share before going though!”

“Check  out  various  clubs  at   irst,  get  to  know  the  people  and  what  they  do.  Then   ind  the  ones  you  like  the  most  and  be  an  active   member.  It’s  totally  possible  for  a  freshman  to  get  an  of icer  position.”

“Check  out  student  organization  events  and  see  what  you  are  interested  in.  Many  organizations  don’t  require  you  to  be  a  member  to  participate  in  their  events!”