The Campus Violence Prevention Program (CVPP), formerly Rape Prevention Education Program (RPEP), explores myths and exposes the realities of sexual violence, relationship violence and hate-related activities, focusing on prevention through education. The program offers discussions, workshops, self-defense classes, short-term crisis intervention, referrals and support groups for victims/survivors of all types of interpersonal violence, 24-hour crisis intervention and advocacy and training for peer counselors and professionals. A circulating library of books, videos and articles on related issues is available. Call for drop-in hours or to make an appointment.
The Cross-Cultural Center fosters a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural community through educational and cultural programs, and leadership development opportunities. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate in the many programs, special events and activities sponsored by the center.
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Resource Center has information and resources about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues and offers a safe, supportive environment. Students who are studying or researching these issues are encouraged to use the center's resources. The center also serves as a meeting place for local organizations or support groups. Resources include a library with books on topics ranging from domestic partnership issues to lesbian humor; local and national newspapers and magazines; a resource database and files on local resources, including health professionals, legal services, clubs, organizations and community contacts; and a bulletin board exchange, where community members may advertise special events and services. The LGBT Resource Center is open Monday through Friday; call for daily hours.
Services for International Students and Scholars assists international students, faculty and researchers throughout their programs of study, teaching and research at
UC Davis, offering orientation, personal and cultural advising, and information and assistance with U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Services regulations. The office serves as a liaison with home governments and sponsors, and provides orientation to the U.S. university system.
All new and transfer international students must attend a special orientation program held just before each quarter begins. The orientation helps new students with registration, class enrollment, making housing arrangements, immigration regulations, and finding campus services and community resources. Orientation and check-in for new international faculty and researchers is held each week. Students and scholars should report to SISS as soon as possible after arriving in Davis.
The Women's Resources and Research Center educates the campus community about women's issues and concerns, promotes an understanding of the role and impact of gender in our lives and in our society, helps women of diverse backgrounds achieve their intellectual, professional and personal goals, and advocates for women's full inclusion, equality and advancement.
The WRRC's staff can answer questions, locate resources and help you with personal, academic or work-related concerns. Services and resources include lectures, workshops and forums; a library staffed by a full-time librarian; resource listings of campus and community services such as health care, counseling, child care, women's organizations and legal resources; child emergency notification service for student parents; and specialized programs, discussion groups and individualized consultation for faculty and graduate students on research, academic, career and personal topics.
Student Special Services coordinates a variety of programs and services to meet the special needs of students.
The Disability Resource Center (DRC) provides services to students with disabilities who are eligible for reasonable accommodation under either Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or the Americans with Disabilities Act. The staff of Diability Specialists assist students with disabilities in identifying accommodations that will ensure the student has equal access to educational opportunities at UC Davis. For information about DRC services, please call us or visit our Web site.
Reentry Student Services helps students who have returned to the university after several years of life and work experience. The office provides admissions assistance, information, orientation and peer support, and provides referral assistance through the Reentry Resource Network. The office sponsors an annual Reentry Day for prospective reentry students on the last Saturday in February.
Transfer Student Services helps students who have transferred from other institutions of higher education, coordinating transfer student matters among existing student services units to aid in an easy and smooth transfer to the university. It also sponsors special receptions and workshops for new transfers and publishes an annual Transfer Guide of available campus services.
Veterans Affairs assists veterans, dependents and reservists with a number of services, including certifying course attendance to the Department of Veterans Affairs, coordinating a tutorial assistance program, providing advice and support, and helping with educational fee waivers, work study and financial aid concerns. To initiate a benefit claim, write or drop by with your letter of admission
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