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Information: Senate Office, Basement, South Hall, 916-752-3632;
ASUCD Main Office, Basement, South Hall, 916-752-1990
The Associated Students of the University of California, Davis (ASUCD), authorized by the regents and the chancellor, represents all undergraduate students. Law and graduate students also currently have access to all ASUCD commercial activities. Funds allocated to ASUCD provide activities and services that will make life as a student a little easier, less expensive, or just more fun.
The student government budgets the allocated funds each year through its senate. Based on a modified federal form of government, the Senate consists of 12 elected senate members and the ASUCD president and vice president. The Senate is the policy-making body for ASUCD and supervises all aspects of the association. The ASUCD president is the chief administrative officer for ASUCD and is assisted by the vice president who serves as the executive aide. ASUCD is the liaison for the undergraduate student body and represents the students with other universities, the UC Office of the President and the regents.
Six commissions are subordinate advisory bodies of the Senate and assist the governing board with its decisions by researching legislation and making recommendations. Commission chairs are ex officio members to the Senate. Each commission also involves itself with various projects that relate to their specific area.
The judicial branch authority is vested in the Supreme Court. The court reviews legislation at the request of any ASUCD member and has the ultimate authority to interpret the ASUCD constitution.
ASUCD operates more than forty activities and services for UC Davis students. Information about these services can be found in the Student Directory, which combines details about ASUCD services and organizations with the ASUCD student telephone directory, or by visiting the ASUCD offices in the Memorial Union.
Some of the services operated by the ASUCD for university students include the Unitrans bus system, California Aggie newspaper, the Bike Barn repair services, travel service, free legal advice for undergraduate students, convenience store, U.S. Post Office and the Coffee House in the Memorial Union. The ASUCD-sponsored Exper-
imental College offers a variety of nontraditional classes each quarter for students interested in diversifying their educational experience. Other ASUCD activities include Radio KDVS stereo 90.3 FM, Classical Notes and Campus Copies, Housing Viewpoint, Homecoming, Student Forums, Entertainment Council, Whole Earth Festival and Picnic Day.
Students may become involved in issues affecting the campus community by applying for membership on an administrative advisory committee. Each committee advises on policies affecting campus life in a specific area, such as athletics, child care, disability issues, information technology or registration fees.
The committees respond to requests for advice, identify needs or concerns within the charge of the committee, and recommend action to the administration. As members of an administrative advisory committee, students can make sure that student perspectives are well represented in the committee's recommendations and, in turn, learn more about faculty, Academic Federation and staff views of campus issues. Applications are accepted each winter for service on committees the following academic year.
Information:
Room 253, South Silo
916-752-6108; fax: 916-752-5158; e-mail: gsa@ucdavis.edu
The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is the officially recognized student government for UC Davis graduate students. GSA is a representative assembly that provides a forum for addressing the concerns of graduate students and promotes communication with campus administrators. GSA also serves as an advocate at all levels of the university on behalf of graduate students. Funded by graduate student fees, GSA provides services to all academic graduate students and to professional students in the Graduate School of Management. Services include new student orientation, community housing listing service, legal service, fax service, travel awards, newsletters and assorted social events. Other professional students are eligible to join GSA by paying a fee.
GSA is run by graduate and professional students who devote time and expertise to the General Assembly, the Executive Council and committees. GSA General Assembly representatives are designated by other students in their department or graduate group. General Assembly meetings are held once a month and are open to all graduate and professional students. Each year the General Assembly elects the members of the Executive Council, who serve in a variety of positions to carry out the policies and functions of the organization. To find out what GSA can do for you, please call or visit the GSA office.
Over 300 registered student organizations at UC Davis, including cultural, social, religious, political, ethnic, academic, international, recreational, performing and service groups, provide students and the entire campus with important educational experiences. The Student Programs and Activities Center registers these diverse groups and provides educational programs, advising and support regarding activities, event planning, leadership development, conflict resolution, resources and campus policies. Through participation in these organizations, students have the opportunity to meet friends, clarify values, apply classroom learning, gain a sense of accomlishment, develop role models and learn to work cooperatively with others. In addition to the subunits described below, the Student Programs and Activities Center administers a number of campus programs: Activities Faire, Club Finance Council, College Bowl, Danzantes del Alma folkloric dance troupe, leadership training programs, campus service awards, and liaison to fraternities and sororities. Center staff assist individual students who want to become involved in activities or start new organizations. All students are encouraged to drop by the Center to explore these "hands-on" experiences that reinforce personal and academic development in college as well as prepare them for future careers.
Cultural Days is an annual series of programs celebrating the diverse ethnic cultures of the university community. Programs include African Continuum, Asian Pacific Cultural Week, Semana de la Raza and the Native American Powwow. Everyone is invited to share in these
programs featuring speakers, workshops, films, entertainment and family events.
The Cal Aggie Marching Band entertains spectators at athletic, campus and community events. As one of the last remaining "student-run" bands in the nation, the band has a style and personality all its own. The
UC Davis Spirit Squad, a group of talented and enthusiastic dancers, stunt team members and gymnasts, travels and performs with the band.
Student Judicial Affairs supports the standards of the campus by responding to alleged violations of university policies or campus regulations. In addition, the office coordinates the informal resolution process and receives formal complaints for student grievances based on impermissible discrimination or harassment (sexual, racial, religious, handicap, etc.), or on violations of student rights to obtain access to or prevent disclosures from their campus records. The office aids in conflict resolution and can provide interpretations of university policies and regulations.
Students enrolling or seeking enrollment in the university assume an obligation to act honestly, ethically and responsibly in a manner compatible with the university's function as an educational institution. Rules concerning student conduct, student organizations, use of university facilities and related matters are set forth in both university policies and campus regulations. Standards for student conduct are included in the UCD Code of Academic Conduct, in the Student Activities Handbook, in the Guide to Residence Hall Life and in the University of California Policies Applying to Campus Activities, Organizations and Students. The operation of the campus student disciplinary system is outlined in the booklet Administration of Student Discipline. These policies and regulations are available from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs, Room 308, South Hall.
A summary of student conduct expectations is published each quarter in the Class Schedule and Room Directory. Misconduct for which students are subject to discipline includes, but is not limited to, plagiarism; cheating; knowingly furnishing false information to the university; sexual or other physical assault; threats of violence;
possession of weapons; harassment, including stalking, sexual harassment or "fighting words"; forgery; theft; vandalism; illegal possession, use or sale of drugs or alcohol; hazing; obstruction or disruption of university activities or functions; and alteration or misuse of university documents, records, keys or identification. Disciplinary sanctions that may be imposed range from a warning to dismissal, and may include restitution and/or assigned community service.
Alleged violations of campus or university standards should be referred to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs. If complaints cannot be resolved informally between Student Judicial Affairs, the accused student and the referring party, the case may be referred to a hearing before the Student Conduct Committee, Campus Judicial Board, or a hearing officer. The president of the university, through the chancellor, has ultimate authority for the administration of student discipline.
You are responsible for complying with the announcements and regulations printed in this catalog and in the Class Schedule and Room Directory, and with all policies, rules and regulations of the university and this campus.
You will not be able to register or receive transcripts of record or diplomas until you have met all university obligations.
Information:
Cal Aggie Alumni Association
Walter A. Buehler Alumni and Visitors Center
916-752-0286; toll free in California: 1-800-242-GRAD
After graduation, you can maintain your ties with UC Davis and your fellow alumni by joining and participating in the Cal Aggie Alumni Association.
This active and involved organization sponsors a wide variety of activities and programs that support UC Davis and keep alumni in touch with the campus. Members are also entitled to special privileges. As a new graduate, your first year of membership is only $20, a $15 savings off the regular annual membership fee. For more information, call the alumni association or drop by the Alumni Center before you graduate.
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UC Davis 1996-97 Online General Catalog