| 1. |
Do you have a place to stay tonight? If not, refer to the
list of motels and bed-and-breakfast establishments. |
2. |
Have you officially checked in with SISS, presented your passport and
immigration documents, filled out a Personal Data Sheet, and reserved a
place at an Orientation Session? |
3. |
It is important to immediately open a checking account at a local bank
to pay for initial local expenses. |
4. |
Do you have a Social Security card and number? This is necessary if you
will be earning money in the U.S. and is required to obtain a California
driver's license or California identification (ID) card. You may obtain
application forms and more information at SISS You must present your
passport and immigration documents to demonstrate your legal status when
you apply at the Social Security Office. |
5. |
If you have not finalized your housing arrangements, go our
housing website. |
6. |
It is absolutely essential that you and your family members have health
insurance throughout your stay in the U.S. Medical care in the U.S. is
extremely expensive. If you are employed by UCD, ask your department if
UCD will provide health insurance coverage. If not, ask for information
on insurance at SISS. |
7. |
Have you met with your faculty sponsor and/or staff contact person in
your host department? If not, please do so immediately. |
8. |
Are you accompanied by school-aged children? Contact the Davis School
District Office, 526 B Street, (530) 757-5300, and you will be referred
to the appropriate school. You must present proof of birth date (birth
or baptismal certificate) and immunization records at the school to
enroll your children. Davis schools start the first week in September
and are in session until mid-June with summer vacation from mid-June
through August. |
9. |
Do you have a UCD identification (ID) card? You will need this card to
use the University library, and for other privileges. Your hosting
department will arrange for you to obtain your ID card. |
10. |
Do you or your family members need assistance in learning English?
Information about various opportunities to improve your English skills
is available at SISS. |
