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Student Affairs

Mission

Student Affairs at Caltech supports the academic success of students and fosters their intellectual, personal, social, and professional development. Through a complement of programs, activities, and support services, we help students prepare for a lifetime of discovery, innovation, and leadership.

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Academics
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Life at Caltech
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Student Support
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Partner Offices

Our Caltech Community

Events

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Ongoing

New Student Orientation for Undergraduates

September 20, 2026 2:00 pm

Photography: Vartanian Party

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September 21, 2026 9:00 am

New Student Check-in for Graduates

September 21, 2026 12:00 pm

New Student Orientation for Graduates

September 22, 2026 12:00 pm

Canvas Course Set-Up and Drop-In Help

Online Event
September 22, 2026 7:30 pm

Outdoor Movie Night: Project Hail Mary

Sherman Fairchild Library, Amphitheatre

Campus Announcements

September 15, 2026
Caltech Hotline Article
The Caltech Hotline is a confidential way for students, postdocs, faculty, and staff to report concerns that could harm Caltech's reputation and...
Audit Services & Institute Compliance Office (ASIC)
September 14, 2026
JPL Deputy Director Search
To: Caltech EmployeesFrom: Ray Jayawardhana, President and the Sonja and William Davidow Presidential Chair and Professor of Astronomy; Dave...
Office of the President
August 31, 2026
Caltech Accountability Partners Program Seeks Student Advisors
The Caltech Accountability Partners Program (CAPP) seeks current graduate students and postdocs interested in advising undergraduate students...
Student-Faculty Programs
August 30, 2026
Revised Grading Policies at Caltech
To: The Caltech CommunityFrom: Azita Emami, Chair of the FacultyI write to share an important update from the Faculty Board. As an institution...
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News

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August 28, 2026
Time Travelers Converge on Campus
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August 20, 2026
Groundbreaking Artist Gronk in Conversation at Caltech
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August 10, 2026
Rise Celebrates 20 Years: Program Benefits Students at Caltech and in the Community
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August 3, 2026
Big Questions and Breakthrough Science: Top Takeaways from the 2025–26 Watson Lecture Season at Caltech

Business Hours
Mon. - Fri.
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Contact
1200 E. California Blvd
Mail Code 100-31
Pasadena, California 91125
(626) 395-6100