Is there online class registration?

janexj
Thu, 16 Jun 2016 02:13:45 +0000

I’m a NY student, going to be an undergrad at UCSB in the fall. I know there’s an orientation period in August when everyone can register for their classes, but it’s a really inconvenient date for me. Is there a way to register for classes through GOLD? And if I don’t go to orientation does that mean I’ll end up with really crappy teachers/classes? (I’ve logged into GOLD and it says something like 9/2/2016 12:30 PM - 9/7/2016 11:45 PM. Is that when I can start registering for classes online or something?)
Also, on GOLD it says first day of instruction is 9/22/16. Is that when classes start? And should I be on campus like a week or so before then? (I’m dorming)
Sorry, I’m completely clueless and I just want to make sure!