UCSC Resources to Help with Student Issues
Campus Advocacy Resources and Education Program (CARE): The CARE program provides support, advocacy, resources and violence prevention education to the UC Santa Cruz community. They respond to the needs of students, staff, faculty and non-affiliates impacted by stalking, dating/domestic violence and sexual assault by providing free and confidential advocacy and support. Confidential advocacy meetings with CARE allow survivors to seek emotional, academic, housing, medical, reporting, and/or financial support and guidance. Advocates are available for appointments and walk-ins Monday-Friday, 9am- 5pm.
Location: Kresge 714 across from the Owl's Nest.
Phone: (831) 502-2273
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): CAPS can assist with any personal and mental health concerns that affect student well-being and education. CAPS provides a wide range of mental health services, including group counseling, workshops, crisis assessment and intervention, referral services, and brief individual and couples counseling. Counseling services are confidential and free of charge to all registered UCSC students.
Location: East Wing of the Cowell Student Health Center, 2nd floor
Phone: (831) 459-2628
Cowell Student Health Center: The Student Health Center offers routine medical appointments, same day care, counseling services, psychiatry services, nutritional counseling, health promotion programs, x-ray, and full laboratory and pharmacy services on site. Staffed by board certified physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses. Students are seen by appointment and in Same Day Clinic. In case of emergencies, either during the day or after normal operating hours, please call 911.
Location: Across from College 9 & 10
Phone: (831) 459-2211
Dean of Students - Student Conduct: This office has resources to help faculty/staff confront student conduct issues.
Location: Hahn Student Service 245
Phone: (831) 459-1738
Disability Resource Center (DRC): The DRC provides a variety of accommodations and services to currently enrolled UCSC students to support them in making the most of their educational experience. Accommodations are typically used for in-class, coursework, and exam support.
Location: 125 Hahn Student Services
Phone: (831) 459-2089
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): DEI works collaboratively with others throughout UCSC to promote a campus climate that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and is free of bias and harassment. Office initiatives and activities are designed to cultivate a climate in which all students, staff and faculty are treated fairly and able to thrive and succeed; and everyone including current affiliates, alumni, supporters and community members is welcomed.
Location: Kerr Hall
Educational Opportunities Program (EOP): EOP offers academic and personal support to improve the retention and academic success for first-generation, low-income, or educationally disadvantaged college students. EOP helps students acquire the skills to prepare for graduate programs, professional school, and future leadership roles. EOP students have access to three full-time EOP Academic Counselors who help facilitate the students' academic, social, and personal transitions/adjustments to the university.
Location: Academic Resource Center (ARCenter) near McHenry Library
Phone: (831) 459- 2296
Learning Support Services (LSS): LSS provides course-specific academic support services for all UCSC undergraduate students, including supplementary instruction, small group tutoring, and one-on- one writing and math tutoring. There is no additional cost for students to participate in this program.
Location: 221 ARCenter
Phone: (831) 459-4333
Student Health Outreach and Promotion (SHOP): SHOP is UCSC’s destination for students to learn about health and wellness in a safe, non-judgmental environment. SHOP offers information, education, resources and support on issues related to Alcohol and other Drugs, Sexually Transmitted Infections and Sexual Health, Mental Health and other concerns relevant to college students. All UCSC students are welcome and encouraged to drop in and speak with SHOP’s professional and student staff.
Location: Cowell Student Health Center
Phone: (831) 459-3772
Title IX Office: The Title IX Office provides assistance in resolving and investigating complaints of sexual harassment and sexual violence. They provide education and training to raise awareness and expand understanding of sexual harassment and sexual violence. The office serves the entire UC Santa Cruz community. To report a possible Title IX violation call (831) 459-2462.
Phone: (831) 459-2462
Other Student Resource Centers
African American Resource and Cultural Center (AARCC)
Location: Bay Tree Building, 3rd Floor
Phone: 459-3207
American Indian Resource Center (AIRC)
Location: Bay Tree Building, 3rd Floor
Phone: 459-2881
Asian American/ Pacific Islander Resource Center (AAPIRC)
Location: Bay Tree Building, 3rd Floor
Phone: (831) 459-3790
Chicano Latino Resource Center
Location: Bay Tree Building, 3rd Floor
Phone: (831) 459-5608
Lionel Cantú GLBTI Resource Center
Location: wood cabin in redwood grove between Crown/Merrill Colleges and the Crown-Merrill Apartments
Phone: (831) 459-2468
Services for Transfer and Re-entry Students (STARS)
Location: Kresge College Administrative Building
Phone: (831) 459-4968
Veteran’s Resource Center
Location: Kresge College Administrative Building
Phone: (831) 459-1520
Women’s Center
Location: Cardiff House, Lower Campus
Phone: (831) 459-2072