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Helpful Publications

You are likely to find the following publications especially helpful as you pursue a bachelor's degree from UCSB. All are available for purchase at the UCen bookstore, and some are available by other means as noted.

Explorations Newsletter

Explorations is an online newsletter designed specifically for the UCSB studens who is researching what major to study. However, all students will find interesting and useful articles.

Honors Newsletter Honors Newsletter is an online newsletter for honors students striving to make the most of their time at UCSB.
UCSB General Catalog

The UCSB General Catalog is published annually. This publication provides:

  • a complete listing of all campus regulations
  • descriptions of many opportunities
  • descriptions of academic departments and the courses they offer
  • the only complete source of information about course prerequisites.

We encourage you to purchase a copy for the Catalog Year you enter UCSB.


Letters and Science Academic Resources

The Letters and Science Academic Requirements brochure (LASAR for short) is published annually. You will be given a copy if you attend Summer Orientation, or you can purchase one at the UCSB Bookstore. LASAR describes:

  • all of your degree (graduation) requirements except for those in your major and minor
  • important enrollment information

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UCSB Schedule of Classes


The Schedule of Classes is published quarterly. This publication details:

  • which courses are offered for a particular quarter
  • time and location of each course
  • deadlines for the quarter
  • fees, registration and related procedures
  • applicability of scheduled courses to General Education Program and university requirements
UCSB Kiosk

The Kiosk is a biannual publication of Orientation Programs. This publication is filled with:

  • hints about fitting in and graduating
  • Isla Vista and the area surrounding UCSB.

If you did not go to orientation, you can purchase a copy or look for it on the web at www.kiosk.ucsb.edu.

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