Highlander Orientation

What to Bring

What to Bring

Please Bring the Following Items to Orientation:

Commuters should plan for a walk to check-in. 
Please plan for additional arrival time and bring only what you need to carry throughout the day. 

Please bring the following items to your confirmed Highlander Orientation:
Your UCR Student Identification Number (SID#) - This 9-digit number can be found on MyUCR.

IMPORTANT: Bring a government-issued photo identification. Examples include, but are not limited to, a driver's license, state ID or driver's permit. If you do not have a government issued ID, please bring a former school ID that has your picture and full name.

  • IMPORTANT:  Upload your photo online and you will be able to pick up your R'Card at your Orientation. Check for an email from cardingoffice@photo.ucr.edu as your session approaches to submit. You must provide a government issued photo identification.
Casual clothes and comfortable shoes as our program involves substantial walking
Notepad and pen/pencil
Water bottle

Spending money as you may have the opportunity to buy UCR gear at the Campus Store

  • UCR is a cashless campus
Sunblock, sunglasses and/or a hat

What is Provided

You will enjoy the following resources and accommodations during your confirmed Orientation session:
Meals provided throughout the program
Handouts and resource guides
Water stations – We strongly recommend bringing your own water bottles as these stations become very busy throughout the day.
You Belong at UCR

All programs, services, and events offered through Student Affairs are open to everyone, consistent with federal and state law and the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Whether you’re seeking support, joining a community, or participating in campus life, every effort is made to ensure your experience is inclusive, respectful, and accessible, regardless of background or identity.

To learn more, visit the UC Nondiscrimination Statement or the Nondiscrimination Policy Statement for University of California Publications Regarding Student-Related Matters.