Information:
219 North Hall
916-752-0871
The Counseling Center offers confidential psychological, psychiatric and peer counseling services to students having problems that affect their academic progress and sense of well-being. The staff offer assistance for personal and interpersonal issues such as relationships, family, stress, cultural differences, assertiveness, self esteem and intimacy. Additionally, staff assist with educational/vocational concerns such as coping with university life, academic performance, test anxiety, reentry adjustment and determining life goals. Services for relationship issues are also offered to students and their partners.
Walk-in services are available daily for students needing immediate assistance. Short-term individual counseling, group counseling and assistance with off-campus referrals are provided. Career interest testing, personality testing and information about graduate school admissions tests and the Planned Educational Leave Program are available.
Services are free to all registered students. Confidentiality is strictly maintained in accordance with state laws and ethical standards. Students, faculty or staff who are concerned about a student or desire consultation or assistance in making a referral are encouraged to call the center. To make an appointment, telephone or come to the Counseling Center.
Temporary Building 16 (two-story house by Housing Office)
24-hour hotline: 916-752-2790; business line: 916-752-5665
The House is a professionally managed peer counseling program of the Counseling Center. Students receive confidential support, information and referrals regarding personal or social problems. Well-trained student volunteers assist students through individual peer counseling and a wide variety of workshops and support groups held in an informal setting. No appointment is necessary and services are offered on a drop-in basis from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., with 24-hour telephone assistance. The House is open seven days a week and is wheelchair accessible. Volunteers for peer counselor positions at the House are accepted each quarter. Students are trained in basic counseling skills and can receive units for training. Transcript notation is also available for quarters working as a peer counselor volunteer.
Information:
Cowell Student Health Center
916-752-9652
The Cowell Student Health Center administers the following health education programs. Because maintaining good health is vital for the successful pursuit of your educational goals, the Health Education Program provides information and services through trained peer counselors, health educators, workshops and resource libraries in four programs.
Campus Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Program (CADAPP) (916-752-6334)--Individual assessments, small group education courses, workshops and support group on alcohol and other drug-related problems as well as issues of dysfunctional families and addiction. CADAPP includes two components: Peer Counselors in Athletics, an athlete-to-athlete substance abuse prevention and health education program, and Health Advocates.
Peer Counselors in Athletics (916-752-6334)--Presentations and peer counseling by athletes for athletes on alcohol/other drug issues, nutrition, player-coach relationships, steroids, body image issues, tobacco, race and sports, and gender equity issues. PCA's offer mentoring services to fellow student athletes and outreach education and mentoring to area high schools.
Health Advocates (916-752-9651 and 752-DRUG)--Health information, peer counseling and resource referrals are available for dealing with personal substance abuse issues or those of friends/family members; personal nutrition, exercise, stress management and other wellness issues. Free individual computerized dietary analysis and peer nutrition counseling are available by appointment. Group presentations on responsible hospitality and non-alcohol party planning, alcohol/drug physiology, issues of sex under the influence, nutrition, stress management, exercise, massage, bicycle safety and injury prevention, and other topics are available on request.
Peer Counselors in Sexuality (916-752-1151)--Information and peer counseling (in person or by phone) on birth control, pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases (including HIV/AIDS), safer sex, healthy relationships, partner communication skills, sex roles and other issues related to sexuality and reproductive health.
Information:
University House, Room 105
916-752-2452
The Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual (LGB) Resource Center offers a safe, supportive environment for people to learn more about lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender concerns and to meet other members of the Davis community. The center has a wealth of information and resources about lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues. Students who are studying or researching these issues are also encouraged to use the center's resources. The center also serves as a meeting place for local organizations or support groups. The center's resources include:
The LGB Resource Center is staffed by volunteers and serves all members of the Davis community. Open Monday through Friday; call for daily hours.
Information:
Fire and Police Building, Kleiber Hall Drive
916-752-3299
The goal of the Rape Prevention Education Program (RPEP) is to explore myths and expose the realities of sexual assault, focusing on prevention through education. Services include the following:
Call RPEP for drop-in hours or to make an appointment. RPEP has student work-study positions and a volunteer staff. Contact RPEP if you have questions.
Information:
Services for International Students and Scholars
916-752-0864
Services for International Students and Scholars assists international students, faculty and researchers throughout their programs of study, teaching and research at UC Davis. S.I.S.S. provides orientation, personal and cultural advising, information and assistance regarding U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Services regulations, serves as a liason with home governments and sponsors, and provides orientation to the U.S. university system.
All new and transfer international students are required to attend a special orientation program that is held just before each quarter registration. The orientation will help new students with registration, class enrollment, making housing arrangements, immigration regulations, and finding campus services and community resources. Orientation for new faculty and researchers is held weekly.
Students and scholars should report to S.I.S.S. as soon as possible after their arrival in Davis.
Information:
North Hall, First Floor
916-752-3372; fax: 752-0222;
World Wide Web: http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu/wrrc/
The Women's Resources and Research Center is a catalyst for acheiving an inclusive and equitable campus community at UC Davis. The WRRC educates the campus community--students, staff and faculty, men and women--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.
Located at a central, accessible campus site, the WRRC has informal, comfortable areas for groups and individuals to meet, talk and study, and hosts support and discussion groups. Friendly, knowledgeable, accessible staff answer questions, locate resources, or help address personal, academic or work-related concerns. Services and resources include the following:
Information:
160 South Silo
916-752-2007
Student Special Services coordinates a variety of programs and services to meet the special needs of students.
Information:
Disability Resource Center (DRC)
160 South Silo
916-752-3184 (voice) or 752-6833 (TTY)
The Disability Resource Center (DRC) provides services and accommodations to students with disabilities. The following resources are available to meet the individual disability-based needs of enrolled students with documented disabilities:
The campus is flat, with a good network of bicycle paths, curbs cuts and pedestrian walkways. Almost all instructional, recreational and student facilities are wheelchair accessible. Accessible on-campus housing is available and an accessible bus system links the campus and the community of Davis.
Information:
Reentry Student Services
160 South Silo
916-752-2005
The Reentry Student Services Office assists students who have reentered the university after several years of life and work experience. The office provides admissions assistance, information, orientation and peer support. It also provides referral assistance through the Reentry Resource Network composed of representatives from existing student services units, colleges and divisions. The office also sponsors an annual Reentry Day for prospective reentry students on the last Saturday in February.
Information:
Transfer Student Services
160 South Silo
916-752-2200
The Transfer Student Services Office assists students who have transferred from other institutions of higher education. The office coordinates transfer student matters among existing student services units to ensure students 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.
Information:
Veterans Affairs Office
160 South Silo
916-752-2020
The Veterans Affairs Office assists veterans, dependents and reservists through a variety of federal, state and campus programs. The office certifies course attendance to the Department of Veterans Affairs, coordinates a tutorial assistance program, provides advice and support, and helps with employment, work study and financial aid concerns.
To initiate a benefit claim, write or drop by with your letter of admission. The office can give you the forms, information and advice to process your claim.
UC Davis 1997-98 Online General Catalog. Posted August 1, 1997.
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