UC Merced is pleased to host Bobcat Day, a special day for admitted and prospective first year students, transfer students, and their families. Our local community is welcome too. We invite you to attend this special event and explore the UC Merced campus!
When: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 8:00 AM
Where: UC Merced Campus
Parking: Complimentary
This is our biggest event of the spring! See UC Merced at its liveliest and take a campus tour, meet with faculty, attend presentations from our academic schools, talk to Financial Aid and Admissions staff, discover student clubs and organizations, and much more.
This is your chance to explore the university and learn about the academic and student life opportunities we offer.
Get answers to your questions about:
- Admissions
- Majors
- Research and Internship Opportunities
- Housing and Dining
- Financial Aid and Scholarships
- Student Activities and Athletics
Share your experience on social media and use the hashtag to tell your story: #BobcatDay25.
Preparing for Bobcat Day
Weather Forecast
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, bring sunscreen, and maybe even a hat since you will be spending a lot of time outdoors. We will have water refill stations around campus, so bring a refillable bottle.
Dining Options: |
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| 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Dinner: 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
Pavilion |
| 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Lunch | Yablakoff-Wallace Dining Center |
| 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Food Trucks | Scholars Lane |
| 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Lantern Cafe | Kolligian Library |
| 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Snack Shop | Kolligian Library |
Bobcat Day 2025 - Presentations |
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EVENT |
LOCATION |
TYPE |
| 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. |
School of Engineering Presentation School of Engineering offers an engaging opportunity for students and families to discover more about the diverse engineering majors at UC Merced. Hear directly from faculty as they highlight the newest majors. Listen and engage with a student panel that will share their unique experiences as engineering students, including their participation in research opportunities and campus activities. |
CONFERENCE CENTER BALLROOM | PRESENTATION |
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School of Natural Sciences Presentation The School of Natural Sciences is conducting cutting-edge research, from fighting disease to creating sustainable energy sources. Hear from the Dean and current students how working side-by-side with world-renowned faculty deepens your knowledge. Learn about student resources, academic planning, mentorships, internships, and career opportunities awaiting. |
COB 102 | PRESENTATION | |
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School of Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts Presentation Come learn all that the School of Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts (SSHA) at UC Merced has to offer! Our broad range of outstanding undergraduate programs prepares students for varied roles as responsible, informed citizens and leaders. The panel of SSHA Peer Navigators, who are current UC Merced undergraduate students, will allow you to ask them specific questions about their experience in SSHA and UC Merced. |
ACS 120 | PRESENTATION | |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
School of Engineering Presentation The School of Engineering offers an engaging opportunity for students and families to discover more about the diverse engineering majors at UC Merced. Hear directly from faculty as they highlight the newest majors. Listen and engage with a student panel that will share their unique experiences as engineering students, including their participation in research opportunities and campus activities. |
CONFERENCE CENTER BALLROOM | PRESENTATION |
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School of Natural Sciences Presentation The School of Natural Sciences is conducting cutting-edge research, from fighting disease to creating sustainable energy sources. Hear from the Dean and current students how working side-by-side with world-renowned faculty deepens your knowledge. Learn about student resources, academic planning, mentorships, internships, and career opportunities awaiting. |
COB 102 | PRESENTATION | |
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School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts Presentation Learn all that the School of Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts (SSHA) at UC Merced has to offer you! Our broad range of outstanding undergraduate programs prepares students for varied roles as responsible, informed citizens and leaders. The panel of SSHA Peer Navigators, current UC Merced undergraduate students, will allow you to ask them specific questions about their experience in SSHA and UC Merced. |
ACS 120 | PRESENTATION | |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
The Heart of the Student Experience Join us for the "At the Heart of the Student Experience" session, where current students will share firsthand accounts of their experiential education journeys. Discover how extracurricular engagements enrich academic learning, shape career aspirations, foster leadership skills, and fuel active participation in student clubs and organizations. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and inspiration from our student community. |
COB 120 | PRESENTATION |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Study Abroad | SSB 120 | PRESENTATION |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
On-Campus Student Employment and Internships |
COB 116 | PRESENTATION |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
You've Committed to UC Merced, What's Next? |
SSB 160 | PRESENTATION |
| 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Campus Life and Safety (Panel - Chief of Police, Dean of Students, Housing) | ACS 120 | PRESENTATION |
| 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | How Cognitive Science got a Nobel Prize in AI | COB 120 | PRESENTATION |
| 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Can you see the invisible? Engieers can! |
COB 105 | PRESENTATION |
| 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | How can community service pay for my education? | SSB 160 | PANEL |
Receptions & Luncheons |
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| Time | Activity | Location | |
| 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Fiat Lux Meet & Greet (Invite Only) | GRANITE PASS 150 | |
| 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Transfer Reception | SENTINEL ROCKE 145 | |
| 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Cognitive Science Reception | COB 120 | |
| 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | UC Merced Division of Professional & Continuing Education (PACE) and CalTeach Reception | TBD | |
| 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Economics and Management and Business Economics Prospective Majors Reception | SSB 120 | |
| 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Native American Reception | GRANITE PASS 145 | |
| 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Black Bobcat Reception | CONFERENCE CENTER BALLROOM | |
| 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | LatinX Reception | ADMIN 306 | |
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