Welcome to the campus of the University of California, Davis. This
checklist has been prepared to assist you during your first few days here.
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Have you officially checked in with SISS, presented your passport
and immigration documents, and filled out a Personal Data Sheet?
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*Do you have a place to stay tonight? If not, refer to the list of
motels and bed-and-breakfast establishments.
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Have you received registration materials? If not, you may pick them
up in Mrak Hall, room 12.
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*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 a T.A. or R.A. your department
will provide health insurance coverage. Otherwise you must enroll for
either the University's G-ship insurance or show that you have other
comparable coverage when you turn in a waiver form at Cowell Student
Health Center.
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*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 card (ID). You
may obtain application forms at SISS You must present your passport and
immigration documents to demonstrate your legal status when you apply at
the Social Security Office.
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Do you have a UCD student identification (ID) card? You will need
this card to get a University library card, parking permit, and other
privileges. ID cards can be obtained in room 12 in the basement of Mrak Hall.
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*Will you be applying for a California driver's license or
California ID card? You must have a Social Security card before you
apply.
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*Have you opened a bank checking account?
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* 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.
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*Do you or your family members need assistance in learning English?
Information about various opportunities to improve your English skills
is available at SISS
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*If you have not finalized housing arrangements, visit the Student
Housing Office, (530)752-2033, for information about on-campus housing,
or the Community Housing Listing Service, 252 South Silo, (530)752-4699,
to obtain information about available housing in the community.
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