Main Office
Location: Bell Tower Building, Room 1803
Telephone/V/TTY: (805) 437-8511
Fax: (805) 437-8529
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Purpose
Student Life provides co-curricular learning opportunities that encourage and empower students to become competent, responsible and involved citizens.
Introduction
Our college years are often among the most profound and exhilarating times of our lives. We are excited by the prospects of trying out new ideas, making new friends, and exploring new roles. But it can also be a time of tremendous uncertainty and confusion that challenges our personal and social limits. In the area of Student Life, we view these challenges as opportunities for learning and personal development. Our offices provide programs and services that are designed not only to help students cope with college life but to prepare for the challenges of the 21st century.
Our programs and services include: Student Leadership, Student Activities and Organizations, Career Development, Personal Counseling and Student Health Services, Disability Accommodations, Multicultural Programs including the Multicultural and Women’s & Gender Student Center, New Student, Orientation and Transition Programs, the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), the Office of the Dean of Student Life and Judicial Affairs.
These student programs promote student growth and development through quality co-curricular services that support the academic mission of the University.
Location: The Hub — Administrative Offices
Telephone: (805) 437-3151
Fax: (805) 437-8529
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
All currently registered students are members of Associated Students, Incorporated (ASI) and pay both an associated student fee and a student body center fee as part of their registration fees. ASI is the umbrella organization for Student Government (SG), Student Programming Board (SPB), the student newspaper, Channel Islands View, and The Nautical Yearbook. The ASI Board is comprised of 14 members, including the SG and SPB presidents, the editors of the student newspaper and yearbook, one senator appointed by the Student Government Senate, four students elected at large, three administrators, one faculty member and one community member appointed by the University president. The ASI Board is responsible for providing the overall direction of ASI, allocating and monitoring funding requests and expenditures, policy and procedure development and adherence, and proposing new fees for student-related needs.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Location: The Hub, Suite 111
Telephone: (805) 437-2759
Fax: (805) 437-2793
Email: sgasi@csuci.edu
The mission of the Student Government of California State University Channel Islands is to serve the student body by voicing the needs of all students through equal representation. As an organization under the auspices of Associated Students, Inc., all students are eligible to participate in Student Government. Student Government communicates with students about campus, statewide, and national affairs and encourages civic engagement within the community. Student Government assists all clubs and organizations in their endeavors to grow as campus organizations and encourages service learning and leadership through its programs and events.
STUDENT PROGRAMMING BOARD
Location: The Hub, Suite 112
Telephone: (805) 437-2730
Fax: (805) 437-2793
Email: asi.spb@csuci.edu
Student Programming Board is a student organization that builds University culture and pride through the planning, promotion, and implementation of student-centered events and activities. The goal, as part of Associated Students, Incorporated, is to enhance the environment of California State University Channel Islands through the building of University pride, the establishment of traditions, and the overall development of the student body into well-rounded citizens of the world. The Student Programming Board works as a team to plan and implement successful community programs and events that benefit the student body at large. Through this service, Student Programming Board members gain real world applicable skills that can be used in their future endeavors. The goal of the Student Programming Board is to have fun while encouraging student participation and personal development.
THE CI VIEW STUDENT NEWSPAPER
Location: The Hub, Suite 113
Telephone: (805) 437-2753
Fax: (805) 437-2793
Email: ciview.editor@csuci.edu
The Channel Islands View student newspaper is staffed entirely by students. This monthly publication provides information about upcoming events, student editorials and updates about important issues pertaining to students. As an organization under the auspices of Associated Students, Inc., all students are welcome to join newspaper staff. The Channel Islands View is a great opportunity for all students to get involved and gain leadership experience, enhance their journalism skills and broaden their creativity.
THE NAUTICAL STUDENT YEARBOOK
Location: The Hub, Suite 114
Telephone: (805) 437-3121
Fax: (805) 437-2793
Email: nautical@csuci.edu
Students combine meaningful articles and photography with the latest in technological design to produce this collegiate-level student yearbook. As an organization under the auspices of Associated Students, Inc., all students are welcome to join The Nautical yearbook staff. With multiple co-curricular opportunities to engage in learning beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to integrate and develop their skills in journalism, photography, cross-media technology, layout and design, art, business management and marketing, to name just a few.
Location: Bell Tower Building, Room 1865
Telephone: (805) 437-3270
Fax: (805) 437-8899
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES RESOURCES
Career Counseling
The purpose of career counseling is to guide students through the career planning process of self-assessment, occupational exploration, career decision making, identifying goals and developing a plan of action to reach them. The outcome of career counseling should be the best match between student and college major or an occupation that will lead to personal development, achievement and satisfaction. The goal of career counseling is to assist students in becoming productive citizens with the ability to respond effectively to an ever-changing employment market. The process of counseling may take place in a one-on-one relationship or in a group format. While most counseling will take place one-on-one, there are also partnerships that are formed often in the latter stages of counseling that may include faculty, alumni and employers. A primary goal of the career counselor is to make the maximum use of the resources and expertise available to assist the student. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of these resources. It is very important that the student make an appointment to meet with the career counselor as early as possible in his or her college career.
Career Center
The Career Center contains reference materials for students and employers. Students have access to computer workstations through which online job searching is available.
Computer-Assisted Career Guidance/Research: Eureka and Career Cruising
Career Development Services (CDS) has two computer-assisted career guidance tools available to students that have proven successful in helping students in their development. These programs are called Career Cruising and Eureka.
Career Cruising – A highly interactive and user-friendly computer program that helps students learn about their interests. It provides in-depth profiles of hundreds of different careers complete with multimedia interviews with real professionals in over 800 occupations. In addition, it provides career research tools that help users find careers that match their interests in terms of school subjects, educational level, income, working conditions, and many other important factors. Information about colleges, universities and professional associations is also available.
Eureka – A California database with facts on nearly 800 occupations. Eureka provides a comprehensive report including job responsibilities, work environment, personal characteristics, skills required, earning potential and future outlook. Lastly, Eureka includes a job preparation guide with information about resumes, cover letters, and how to job-search.
CDS Job and Internship Opportunities Online
CDS provides full-time, part-time, temporary and internship opportunities created by employers specifically for Channel Islands students. All CSUCI registered students are able to access employment opportunities through the Career Development Services web page after receiving a username and password.
In addition, Career Development Services offers bulletins and career descriptions, as well as information about salary levels and the employment outlook for specific industries. Students can also find reference books in our Career Center such as the Occupational Outlook Handbook, which gives detailed job descriptions for more than 12,000 occupations.
Résumé Development
The CDS web page has résumé samples and guides online which will assist students with creating professional resumes that highlight students’ unique qualifications, education and skills. It also has valuable information about cover letters with many examples for students to use.
CAREER FAIR
Career Fairs are a great opportunity for students to obtain leads and contacts for full and part-time jobs, internships, summer employment, and informational interviewing. Career Fairs are scheduled during the spring semester, typically on the third Thursday in April. All students are encouraged to attend Career Fairs to gain information about regional employers and job/internship opportunities.
GRADUATE SCHOOL INFORMATION FAIR
The Graduate School Information Fair is typically held during the fall semester. The Graduate School Information Fair is a great opportunity for students to meet graduate school representatives and to explore options for graduate schools as well as gain valuable information and insight from school representatives.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Local employers frequently contact Career Development Services to recruit student interns. In its simplest terms, an internship is learning by doing. By integrating classroom theory into the world of work, students acquire firsthand experience in a work environment related to their career interests. Internships are offered during the fall, spring and summer. The duration of an assignment is typically seven to 10 weeks, but length can be negotiated to meet the needs of the employer and the schedule of the student. Internships may be paid, volunteer or for college credit. For those internships that are done for college credit, the student must contact his or her faculty advisor to work out the credit requirements. Career Development Services can help identify internship opportunities that match the student’s career needs. Although it is ultimately the responsibility of the student to find his or her own internship site, the student should contact Career Development Services if he or she is having difficulty finding an internship.
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
On and off-campus employment opportunities are available for viewing through the CDS web page. On-campus employment is a convenient way to meet financial needs while attending college. Students may obtain an application for on-campus employment online or in the Career Center. Jobs, internships and career opportunities are posted online. Students interested in viewing these openings need to contact Career Development Services in order to access jobs online.
CO-CURRICULAR PORTFOLIO AND TRANSCRIPT PROGRAM
The co-curricular portfolio serves as an official compilation of documentation of a student’s involvement and achievement in co-curricular activities and learning experiences. Students can demonstrate their co-curricular learning and proficiency by providing evidence of each co-curricular activity and placing it in the portfolio.
A co-curricular transcript is a more concise record of a student’s co-curricular activities and accomplishments as an undergraduate. The transcript and portfolio enables students to:
To set up a co-curricular portfolio and transcript, students should stop by the Career Center located in the Bell Tower Building, Room 1865 or call (805) 437-3270.
GRADUATE LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Career Development Services staff will assist students in researching graduate fellowships and research and internship opportunities. Students interested in graduate school will benefit from learning about resources within the CSU system that offer support for continued education. The Pre-Doctoral Program as well as the Forgivable Loan Program provide financial incentives for students seeking advanced degrees.
Location: Bell Tower Building, Room 1530
Telephone (V/TTY): (805) 437-8510
Fax: (805) 437-8529
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(After-hours appointments available upon request)
Disability Accommodation Services (DAS) empowers students with disabilities by providing an environment that enriches their educational experience through inclusion, advocacy and support. Our services are provided to ensure equitable access so that students may become engaged in their development of both educational and lifelong pursuits. We accomplish this by providing students with academic accommodations and services in a manner that promotes independence, self-advocacy and accountability.
DAS provides intake, assessment of needs and facilitation of academic and other accommodations for students who choose to identify their disability to the University and register for services. Students requesting accommodations, including note-taking services, alternative textbook formatting and test proctoring, must contact DAS prior to the beginning of the semester and present appropriate written documentation of the disability.
We recognize the diversity and talent that our students bring to the University and promote community awareness of the abilities and strengths of individuals with disabilities. We strive to ensure access to all aspects of University life and serve as a liaison between students and faculty, as well as with community agencies. DAS also provides training to faculty and staff regarding various disability-related topics.
SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
DAS upholds the University’s commitment to assure students with disabilities equal opportunity to access its programs and services. DAS was established at CSUCI to provide campus-wide standards for alternative provisions for students with disabilities. The responsibilities of DAS are to provide the foundation and structure for students with disabilities and the University community, as well as to serve as a liaison between these components. Academic accommodations are provided, including alternative testing arrangements, based on disability-related needs under sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. These services may include but are not limited to:
GENERAL SERVICE POLICY
DAS plays a vital role in all aspects related to educational access for students with disabilities. Students with verified disabilities have the right, and our encouraged to, participate in the services coordinated through this office. The faculty can also use this office to confirm the legitimacy of a request for accommodation. When students choose to register for services with DAS, they are required to abide by the office policies and procedures. Only those students who identify themselves to the University and present appropriate written documentation of a disability are eligible for academic accommodation.
Students who request accommodations are advised to submit documentation to the DAS coordinator prior to the beginning of the semester so that arrangements can be made to meet individual needs. Students are further required to return to the DAS office at the beginning of each new semester so that appropriate accommodations may be continued or new accommodations may be arranged.
The decision of a student not to self-identify does not constitute a permanent renouncement of the right to University-administered accommodations. However, if a student chooses not to self-identify and/or request accommodation, the University does not assume responsibility for any disability-related problem that may arise.
ELIGIBILITY FOR SERVICES
DAS provides support services to students with various disabilities including but not limited to physical, learning, psychological and/or sensory impairments that limit major life activities. Accessing accommodations through DAS requires several administrative steps:
Students who bring in appropriate documentation and complete an Application for Support Services form are eligible for the accommodations determined during the intake interview. Further accommodations may be provided if requested by the student and supported by the documentation. Students may be required to provide additional documentation to support new accommodation requests.
CONTINUATION OF SERVICES
Once a student has established eligibility for services, he or she must request the service each semester and for each class that he/she needs the service by completing an Accommodations Request Form.
APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
DOCUMENTATION
Documentation must verify the limitation of a major life activity and support requests for accommodation, academic adjustments, and/or auxiliary aids. Sufficient documentation varies according to the specific disability. However, general guidelines include current (within three years) documentation from a qualified practitioner to substantiate the condition, evidence to establish a rationale supporting the need for accommodation, and qualifications of the evaluator.
The provision of all reasonable accommodation and services is based upon the assessment of the impact of the student’s disabilities on his or her academic performance. So that accommodations are most appropriate to the student’s current learning environment, documentation should be recent and validate the need for services based on the individual’s present level of functioning in the educational setting. A school plan, such as an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 accommodation plan, is not sufficient documentation on its own but may be included as part of a more comprehensive assessment battery.
Should initial documentation not be available, the DAS coordinator has the right to request disability-related documentation from the appropriate licensed professional. This information will be used to document a student’s functional limitations in the educational setting and to determine appropriate reasonable accommodations.
Any costs associated with obtaining appropriate documentation is the responsibility of the student. Information regarding specific requirements for evaluation and documentation is provided below.
The University reserves the right to deny accommodation pending receipt of the documentation.
CONFIDENTIALITY AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION
DAS staff adheres to the highest principles of ethical behavior, including the use of technology. Staff members strive to ensure the fair, objective, and impartial treatment of all persons. DAS is committed to ensuring that all information regarding a student is maintained as confidential as required or permitted by law.
Any information collected is used for the benefit of the student. This information may include test data, grades, biographical history, disability information, accommodation plans, performance reviews, and case notes. DAS will retain a copy of all information provided. No one has immediate access to student files except the DAS staff. A student has the right to review his or her own file.
Any information regarding a disability is considered confidential and will be shared with others within the University on a need-to-know basis only. Information contained in the confidential student files will be released only in the following circumstances:
By law, Disability Accommodation Service staff cannot share disability, accommodation, or education record information with anyone other than the student without prior written consent. If a student would like to allow DAS staff to be able to speak with his/her parents regarding disability and/or educational needs, the student must sign a FERPA waiver form and bring the completed form to the DAS office. The student will either be notified of all parent inquiries or will be present while inquires are placed.
ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS
Decisions regarding appropriate accommodations are based upon the particular facts of each case, including the in-take interview, documentation, and other information relevant to the disabling condition. An accommodation plan is developed between the DAS coordinator and the student. Faculty and staff are responsible for carrying out accommodations recommended by DAS. However, it is the responsibility of the student to deliver the accommodations notice to the appropriate faculty or staff. Failure to notify the appropriate persons in a timely manner may result in a delay or denial of services.
Accommodations may include physical adaptations and classroom modifications. Physical adaptations may be comprised of classroom arrangements and/or preferential seating. Classroom modifications may occur in one or more of the following areas: environment, materials, requirements and testing. Receiving accommodations should not be regarded as giving the student “special privileges,” but rather as minimizing the impact of the disability to the greatest extent possible. It is important to remember that professors expect the same academic performance from all students regardless of disability. The ADA and Section 504 did not intend universities to pass students by virtue of them having a disability; all academic standards and University policies must be met regardless of disability.
ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
At times, students and their families may need assistance navigating the registration process. The CSUCI Enrollment Services staff is available to assist with questions regarding the application process. The Enrollment Center provides “one-stop” services for all students, including admission application assistance, financial aid assistance and class registration. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to complete the regular admissions process first. For further information regarding admissions requirements, please visit the CSUCI website at www.csuci.edu. Students may also contact the Enrollment Center by phone at (805) 437-8500 or email to admissions@csuci.edu.
Every applicant who has been denied admission to the University may appeal this decision by completing the admissions appeals process. In the event a student with a disability has been denied admission, Disability Accommodation Services (DAS) is available to provide information and assistance regarding the appeals process and special admission. If a student chooses to disclose disability-related issues during the appeals process, verification of the disability must be filed with Disability Accommodation Services. Every student, with or without disabilities, is evaluated by the Admission Appeals Committee on a case-by-case basis. The goal of the admission appeals process is to evaluate and admit students who are realistically academically prepared to be successful at CSUCI. Note that due to disability-related limitations, course substitutions, not course waivers, may be considered as a condition for special admission.
More information regarding admission appeals may be found in the CSUCI Admission Exceptions Policy (SA.02.006) on page 140 of this guidebook or online at www.csuci.edu.
PRIORITY REGISTRATION ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Priority registration is available beginning the second semester of enrollment. Priority registration eligibility is based on disability-related criteria only. To be eligible to receive priority registration, a disability-related need must exist which meets one or more of the following criteria:
All priority registration requests are reviewed and approved by the DAS coordinator. Eligibility for priority registration will be periodically re-evaluated and prior approval does not constitute automatic entitlement for on-going eligibility. Students requesting approval for priority registration should contact DAS each semester, three (3) weeks prior to the start date of regular registration. We understand that certain situations may be challenging; however, not all justify priority registration including, but not limited to: maintaining graduation timelines, financial need, sponsorship by programs such as Worker’s Compensation, Department of Rehabilitation, Veteran’s Benefits, and private insurance.
ALTERNATIVE TESTING SERVICES
Alternate testing accommodations are approved and provided on a case-by-case basis to students with documented disabilities. The DAS coordinator determines if testing accommodations are required for each individual student and which specific accommodations will be allowed. Only students with appropriate documentation from a recognized professional will be considered for services.
Alternative testing services are provided to students for a number of reasons, including but not limited to:
Students are provided with a quiet, distraction-free environment and extra time to take examinations. Additional services or equipment, such as large print or a computer, are provided based on individual need. Student preference for a testing room will be accommodated based on availability. Once a student has established eligibility for alternative testing services, he or she must request the service at the beginning of each semester and for each class that he/she needs the testing service. In addition to requesting test accommodations prior to the start of the semester, all students are required to confirm test arrangements with DAS seven (7) days in advance of the test date or services may be denied. Test accommodations placed by persons other than the student or faculty will be denied.
DAS staff or the designated proctor will either remain in the testing room or monitor testing procedures throughout the duration of the testing period.
ALTERNATIVE FORMAT SERVICES
Alternate Format Services are provided for students with print-related disabilities. “Alternate format” is the translation of written materials (hard copy or electronic) into formats that can be accessed by students with disabilities. Large print, Braille, audio cassette or accessible e-text that can be read by screen-readers are examples of alternate formats. The most appropriate alternate format is determined by factors such as limitations imposed by the student’s disability, the format of the print material to be altered and the student’s preference. Types of disabilities of students who use Alternative Media Services may include: vision impairments, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), mobility impairments (e.g. difficulty holding books up to read) or Specific Learning Disabilities.
The Alternate Format Program exists in part due to the passage of California State Assembly Bill 422 (Statutes of 1999, Chapter 379), Section 67302 of the California State Education Code, which requires that publishing firms provide, at no extra cost and in a timely manner, any printed instructional material in unencrypted electronic form upon the receipt of a written request, provided that the college complies with certain conditions.
In addition to AB422, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) extends civil rights protection of persons with disabilities to all public services, public accommodation and more. Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requires that Federal agencies’ electronic and information technology is accessible to people with disabilities, including students, employees and members of the public. It establishes requirements for any electronic and information technology developed, maintained, procured or used by the Federal government.
COMPUTERS FOR VISUALLY-IMPAIRED
Several computers throughout campus have been equipped with the screen reading software such as JAWS and are available to visually-impaired students or members of the public for use in the following locations: Admissions & Recruitment, Disability Accommodations Lab, Educational Opportunity Program Lab, Human Resources, Information Technology Services PC Lab, the University Library, and the University Math and Writing Center.
NOTE TAKERS
Copies of class notes are provided in situations where it is deemed not possible or too difficult for the student with a disability to take notes for him or herself. The need for notes might be due to a number of reasons such as an arm injury, auditory or visual processing problems, or inability to attend to the lecture for the entire class period.
When possible, students are encouraged to identify a student in each class for which he or she will take notes. Note takers might also be identified by the faculty member, who will announce to the class that a note taker is needed. In respect of confidentiality concerns, if the student chooses to remain anonymous to the note taker, DAS or the faculty member will obtain a student note taker and the student requesting the service shall retrieve their notes from DAS.
DAS provides lined sets of NCR paper that allow a student to take notes on one sheet while making a copy on the other. At the end of the lecture, the sheets are separated and each person keeps a copy. The student who is taking the notes is eligible to register with DAS to receive a stipend of $15 per unit for the class at the end of the semester.
Once a student has established eligibility for note-taking services, he or she must request the service each semester and for each class that he/she needs the note-taking service.
TAPED LECTURES
Some students with disabilities might find it helpful to tape record class lectures and listen to the lecture again at a later date. While most faculty do not object to students recording their lectures, some do. In these circumstances, students with disabilities and the faculty member can complete the Audio Recording Lecture Agreement in which the student guarantees that he/she will use the tapes only for personal use as a student with a disability, that he/she will not share the tapes with anyone and that the tapes will be destroyed at the end of the semester.
PROCEDURES FOR REQUESTING AND USING ALTERNATE MEDIA
Student Course Materials
Contingency Plan
Faculty and Staff with Disabilities
CSUCI Sponsored Student-Related Events
Non-CSUCI Sponsored Events
General Campus Publicity Materials
Library Materials
CONFLICT RESOLUTION
The University strives to resolve conflict at the lowest level possible. When a question arises about the denial or appropriateness of an accommodation, it is the responsibility of the faculty member and/or the student to first consult with the DAS coordinator in a timely manner. The coordinator will work with the faculty and the student to resolve accommodation disagreements.
If the issue cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of all parties, the faculty member and/or the student may take the concern to the dean of Student Life. If the dean of Student Life cannot resolve the dispute over accommodations, a formal complaint may be filed with the associate vice president for Human Resources Programs. Contact DAS or Human Resources Programs to obtain information regarding the procedure for filing of a grievance. In general, the formal complaint should be in writing, contain the name and address of the person filing the complaint and briefly describe the alleged violation of the regulation, including when and where it happened and who was involved.
Faculty members who question the legitimacy of an accommodation recommended by DAS must continue to afford the accommodation to the student while appeals procedures are implemented.
Conflict regarding DAS accommodations or services shall be addressed with the DAS coordinator first. If the conflict cannot be resolved between the student and the DAS coordinator, the complaint shall be filed with the dean of Student Life. If the conflict cannot be resolved by the dean of Student Life, the complaint shall be made to the vice president of Student Affairs. If the conflict is unresolved by the vice president of Student Affairs, a formal complaint may be filed with the associate vice president for Human Resources Programs. Contact DAS or Human Resources Programs to obtain information regarding the procedure for filing of a grievance.
Conflicts regarding faculty, exams or course content that are not related to disability accessibility must be addressed directly with faculty. If the student and faculty cannot resolve the issue, a complaint may be filed with the chair of the department.
APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION BY DISABILITY TYPE
Appropriate and current documentation (generally from within three years or less) is important in establishing the most appropriate accommodations and will vary according to the specifics of the disabling condition. General guidelines for documentation are provided above. Additional information useful in developing the most appropriate accommodations is provided below. DAS can provide additional information about obtaining required documentation.
ATTENTION-DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADD/ADHD)
Documentation for students with ADD/ADHD should:
DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING
Documentation for students who are deaf or hard of hearing should:
LEARNING DISABILITIES
Documentation for students with a specific learning disability should:
PHYSICAL DISABILITIES
Documentation for students with physical impairments should:
PSYCHOLOGICAL DISABILITIES
Documentation for students with psychological impairments should:
VISION DISABILITIES
Documentation for students with vision impairments should:
Location: Bell Tower Building East, Room 1885
Telephone: (805) 437-8939
Fax: (805) 437-3268
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) provides academic, personal, social and economic support services for students whose educational and economic circumstances may have limited their educational opportunities.
EOP provides targeted support aimed at increasing academic accomplishment and individual empowerment. The ultimate goal is to provide incoming students from disadvantaged backgrounds with the tools that will help them succeed in college and ultimately graduate from California State University Channel Islands. EOP services include:
Location: Bell Tower Building, Room 1805
Telephone: (805) 437-8407
Fax: (805) 437-8952
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The mission of the Multicultural and Women’s & Gender Student Center is to educate students on issues of diversity and equality, to advocate for underrepresented groups on campus, to affirm and celebrate the unique heritage of our students, promote awareness, understanding and appreciation for all peoples and cultures, to be a uniting force on campus, and to foster an environment that is emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually safe and beneficial to all areas of student life and development.
VISION STATEMENT
It is the Center’s goal to be more proactive than reactive by encouraging collaboration and dialogue between students, faculty, staff, and administrators of diverse backgrounds, and by being a forum through which people can communicate, voice their concerns and learn from one another.
The Center will especially focus on how racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of discrimination work together and reinforce each other. By exploring these intersections, we hope to find meaningful ways of combating these issues as they arise on our campus, in society at large and in students’ personal lives. Through our mission, we hope the students of CSUCI will be able to achieve their personal, professional and intellectual goals. We honor intrinsic human worth that cuts across lines of race, religion, gender, sex, class, and culture and we are working to take this message to the campus community and beyond.
SERVICES
Faculty-Staff-Student-Community Exchanges
Resource and Educational Materials
Student Organization/Campus Clubs Support
FACILITIES
New Student, Orientation and Transition Programs (NSOTP) supports University recruitment and retention initiatives by coordinating events and activities that integrate new students holistically (socially and academically) into the CSUCI community. Current programs within this area are: Island View Orientation, Be a Part from the Start, Family Weekend and Welcome Celebration. Beginning this fall, NSOTP will be housed in the New Student Center located in Santa Cruz Village. NSOTP will be also be introducing First and Second Year Experience programs as well as programs for commuting students and parents.
ISLAND VIEW ORIENTATION
Location: Bell Tower Building, Room 1858
Telephone: (805) 437-3160
Fax: (805) 437-8529
Island View Orientation prepares students for a successful transition to the University. Island View Orientation is offered to incoming freshmen and transfer students prior to the start of the fall and spring semesters. This program informs students about academic requirements, campus life, student support services and opportunities at CSUCI while assisting them with the initial advising and registration process (freshman orientation only). Transfer students are strongly encouraged to attend Island View Orientation. Attendance for freshmen is mandatory.
Location: Student Health Center on San Luis Avenue
Telephone: (805) 437-8828
Fax: (805) 437-8829
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(After-hours appointments available upon request)
Personal Counseling Services supports the academic, personal and interpersonal development of CSUCI students by providing short-term individual and group counseling; crisis intervention; referrals; consultation for faculty, staff, and parents; and educational programs for the campus community.
Being in college can be an exciting and engaging time for a student. There are many opportunities to meet new people, enrich one’s education, and cultivate personal and occupational goals. College life can also present challenges that interfere with a student’s learning and development. To help students manage stress and problems that may arise during the college experience, Personal Counseling Services offers short-term, solution-focused therapies in a safe and confidential environment.
Services are provided by experienced mental health professionals and advanced doctoral psychology interns under the supervision of a licensed clinical psychologist. Students come for counseling with a wide range of concerns, including but not limited to:
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
Students meet one-on-one with a counselor to explore troubling life experiences; feelings of unhappiness, stress, depression and anxiety; and to identify personal areas of resourcefulness.
GROUP COUNSELING
Personal Counseling Services offers a variety of counseling and support groups throughout the academic year. Groups can provide students with dynamic opportunities to learn more about themselves and to improve their relationships with others.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Personal Counseling Services carefully adheres to legal and professional standards of ethics and confidentiality. A student’s use of the service and all information shared by students with the counseling staff are held in confidence except in those instances where clinicians are required by law or by a court order to reveal particular information. Records of counseling sessions never become part of a student’s transcript or academic record.
Location: Bell Tower Building, Room 1858 – Administrative Office
Telephone: (805) 437-8998
Fax: (805) 437-8529
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Student clubs and organizations at CSUCI play an important role in the University community. Through leadership opportunities and community service, CSUCI clubs and organizations add to the spirit and vitality of the campus environment and represent a variety of interests, ranging from sports to political affiliations.
Student Life coordinates the application and renewal of student clubs and organizations each semester and provides educational opportunities and guidance for individual students and student organizations throughout the year. To be officially registered or recognized, all returning clubs and organizations must submit their renewal paperwork within the first two weeks of the start of the term. New club applications must be received within the first four weeks of the start of the term. Once received and approved, each student club and organization is granted either recognized or registered status.
Recognized: Any club/organization that has open membership and does not require dues. Recognized clubs ARE eligible to apply for funding.
Registered: Any club/organization that requires either local or national dues for membership or is selective in nature is considered a registered club. Registered clubs/organizations are NOT eligible to apply for funding.
Eligibility requirements to be an officer of a student club or organization are as follows:
First-year freshman students without a CSUCI GPA may not serve as officers, but may participate as general members their first semester. However, upon completion of their first semester they must follow the eligibility requirements outlined for general membership.
Eligibility requirements to be a member of a student club or organization at Cal State Channel Islands:
Student clubs and organizations may impose more restrictive member and/or officer requirements in their constitution(s) or bylaws.
Students who are currently members of a student club or organization who do not meet these minimum requirements may submit a written appeal to remain in the club or organization to the Interclub Appeals Board within two (2) weeks from the first day of notification of ineligibility each semester. This board is composed of five (5) students currently serving as officers of approved student clubs or organizations. The appeal should address the causes for ineligibility and reasons for believing that the problems have been resolved. This is the deciding body that, upon hearing the appeal, may waive the eligibility requirements for one semester. Officers of clubs and organizations are not eligible for this process.
FACULTY/STAFF ADVISOR
Advisors serve an integral role in the success of student club and organizations. All student groups must have a full-time CSUCI faculty or staff advisor to be considered for recognition/registration and are expected to maintain communication with their advisor.
RECOGNITION/REGISTRATION PROCESS
To be considered for recognition/registration, a new student club must submit a “New Student Organization Application” to Student Life within the first four weeks of the start of the term. The application must include:
Student Life will verify the GPAs of proposed officers to ensure they meet the minimum academic requirements. In seeking, securing and maintaining the privilege to be recognized/registered, each student club must agree in writing to abide by all University policies, procedures and regulations published in the University bylaws, the Student Guidebook, the CSUCI Associated Students, Inc. bylaws, and policies posted on the University web site, and to hold harmless the University for any actions or activities of the club.
RENEWAL APPLICATIONS
Within the first two (2) weeks of each term, and following organization elections, all registered student clubs and organizations must file a “Renewal Application” with the Student Life office. The application must include:
Organizations that do not turn in an updated form or do not meet any of the other informational requirements listed above will be considered inactive after the second week of each fall and spring semester. Complete membership and officer lists and financial statements should be made available to Student Life upon request. Any change in the information indicated above during the academic year should be reported to the Student Life office within two weeks (2) of the change.
INTERCLUB COUNCIL
The interclub council is the student club and organization governing body. Each club and organization is given equal voting rights and representation on the council. The council is responsible for reviewing and setting policy to which all clubs are held.
FUNDING AND EXPENDITURES
Recognized student clubs and organizations may receive operating and programming funds from Associated Students, Inc. through a thorough application and distribution process. All approved Associated Students, Inc. funding will be disbursed and expended through the Student Government and Student Life office. Any group that charges membership dues or is selective in membership is not eligible to receive funding. This includes fraternities, sororities, honor clubs and the like.
RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Student clubs and organizations that violate University regulations will be subject to disciplinary action as described elsewhere in the Student Guidebook. Such action may include, but is not limited to:
In addition, individual officers and members may also face University sanctions as a result of the student club or organization violations of University regulations.
Recognition or registration of student clubs and organizations by the University shall not imply support for any student organization’s purpose, philosophy or activities. Cal State Channel Islands will not assume any legal liability for any student club or organization’s activities. For additional information about current organizations or how to start a club, please contact the Student Life office at the above phone number.
Location: Student Health Center on San Luis Avenue
Telephone: (805) 437-8828
Fax: (805) 437-8829
V/TTY: (805) 437-8510
The mission of Student Health Services is to promote good physical and emotional health. Emphasis is placed on the prevention of illness through education. All regularly enrolled students are offered basic health services paid through student fees. There is no charge to see a physician or other medical provider. Additional fees may be charged for some immunizations, outside lab tests, and x-rays, if needed. Services available at the Student Health Center and at some community clinics include the following:
COMMUNITY MEDICAL CLINICS
When the Student Health Center is closed or a student is unable to get to campus, basic health care services are available at no cost at any of the seven Ventura County Medical Clinics listed below. Students must present their student identification card to be seen. (Preferred sites are marked with an ‘*’.)
STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE
Students are strongly encouraged to have health insurance that covers services beyond the scope of the Student Health Center and to carry a copy of their insurance card with them. Information regarding low-cost student health insurance may be obtained at the website www.csuhealthlink.com, from the Student Health Center or from the Student Life office.
PATIENT RESPONSIBILITIES
IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS
Entering CSU students are required to present proof of the following immunizations before the beginning of their first term of enrollment. These are not admission requirements, but shall be required of students as conditions of enrollment in the CSU.
Measles and Rubella
All new and readmitted students born after January 1, 1957, must provide proof of immunization against measles and rubella prior to enrollment. Medical documentation should be submitted to the Student Health Center to verify that both vaccinations were received since age one or need to be obtained at their personal physician’s office, their local Public Health Department or through the Student Health Center.
Hepatitis B
All new students who will be 18 years of age or younger at the start of their first term at a CSU campus must provide proof of full immunization against Hepatitis B before enrolling. Full immunization against Hepatitis B consists of three timed doses of vaccine over a minimum of four-to-six months. For further details or for students with special circumstances, please consult Student Health Services at (805) 437-8828 or in the Health Center building. Submit medical verification to the Student Health Center or obtain the vaccination at an additional charge through the Student Health Center.
Meningococcus
Meningococcal vaccine is not required; however, it is recommended for students residing in on-campus housing. Each incoming freshman who will reside in on-campus housing must return a form to the Student Health Center verifying that he or she has received information about meningococcal disease and the availability of a vaccine to reduce the risk of contracting the disease, and indicating whether or not he or she has chosen to receive the vaccination. The form is available at the Student Health Center or online through the CSUCI website. Meningococcal vaccine is available at the Student Health Center for an additional fee.
PROOF OF PRIOR VACCINATION
Medical documentation of prior immunization requires the date and type of vaccination and a doctor’s or nurse’s signature, initials, or office stamp. School records are not acceptable proof unless a physician or nurse signs them. We invite students with questions regarding immunization to call the Student Health Center at (805) 437-8828.
HEALTH EDUCATION PROMOTION
The Student Health Center offers preventative and educational services for a variety of student needs including programs on birth control, sexually transmitted infections, smoking cessation, heart disease and hypertension, diabetes, and skin cancer.
EMERGENCY CARE
On a fee-for-services basis, 24-hour emergency care is available at:
Location: Corner of Santa Barbara Rd. and Ventura Rd.
Telephone: (805)-437-8932
Fax: (805) 437-2793
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The Hub is a multi-purpose student-centered building. It is a great place to relax between classes, get a snack, hang out, work on group projects and attend great events. Activities at The Hub are designed to encourage student participation in University life and foster a sense of community and include social, recreational, multicultural and educational events which contribute to student development in each of the Dimensions of Development.
Amenities include:
Annual events include:
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