2018-19 General Catalog

Student-Related Matters

The University of California, in accordance with applicable federal and state law and university policy, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy¹, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services². The university also prohibits sexual harassment.

This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment in university programs and activities.

Inquiries regarding the university’s student-related nondiscrimination policies may be directed to Conduct and Community Standards, (831) 459-1738, or email conduct@ucsc.edu.

Inquiries regarding the university's affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and nondiscrimination policies as they relate to student employment may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, (831) 459-3676 or email cbene@ucsc.edu.

Inquiries regarding the UC Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment and UC Santa Cruz Procedures for Reporting and Responding to Reports of Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment and/or any other violations of Title IX (sex/gender discrimination; harassment or discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy) may be directed to Interim Title IX Officer Cherie Scricca, (831) 459-2462, or email cscricca@ucsc.edu.

Student inquiries regarding disability or disability accommodations may be addressed to the director, Disability Resource Center, (831) 459-2089; or email drc@ucsc.edu.

Students with disabilities who are unable to resolve accommodation or discrimination concerns may contact the campus ADA compliance officer by phone, (831) 459-4380, or email ashish@ucsc.edu.

Employment-Related Matters

The University of California is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. The university prohibits discrimination against any person employed; seeking employment; or applying for or engaged in a paid or unpaid internship or training program leading to employment with the University of California. In addition, the university prohibits harassment of an employee, applicant, paid or unpaid intern, volunteer, person participating in a program leading to employment, or person providing services pursuant to a contract. The university undertakes affirmative action, consistent with its obligations as a federal contractor. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

The university prohibits discrimination against any person employed; seeking employment; or applying for or engaged in a paid or unpaid internship or training program leading to employment with the University of California on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, gender transition status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, including protected veterans. This policy applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, merit increase, salary, training and development, demotion, and separation.

In addition, the university prohibits harassment based on the above protected characteristics of an employee, applicant, paid or unpaid intern, volunteer, person participating in a program leading to employment, or person providing services pursuant to a contract.

If the harassment is sexual in nature, the university’s Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment (SVSH) policy will apply. Local SVSH resource information can be found at the UC Sexual Violence Prevention and Response website.

University policy prohibits retaliation for bringing a complaint of discrimination or harassment pursuant to this policy against any person employed; seeking employment; providing services pursuant to a contract; or applying for or engaged in a paid or unpaid internship, volunteer capacity, or training program leading to employment with the University of California. This policy also prohibits retaliation against a person who assists someone with a complaint of discrimination or harassment, or participates in any manner in an investigation or resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment. Retaliation includes threats, intimidation, reprisals, and/or adverse actions related to employment.

While absolute confidentiality cannot be promised, those hearing and investigating discrimination and harassment complaints apply a strict business need-to-know standard when sharing or disclosing information as needed to conduct an investigation, to work toward a resolution, and as university policy, campus policy, and state or federal law dictate. We ask that all involved parties maintain an appropriate level of confidentiality.

UC Santa Cruz maintains comprehensive complaint processes to address discrimination and harassment concerns to ensure that appropriate confidentiality is maintained; that reporters and responding parties receive timely responses; that investigations are conducted in a timely fashion by impartial, qualified personnel; systems are in place for documenting and tracking progress; and that appropriate remedial actions and resolutions are offered.

University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable state and federal laws.

Inquiries regarding the university's affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and harassment and nondiscrimination policies for academic, staff and student employment may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, (831) 459-3676, or email cbene@ucsc.edu.

NOTES:

1. Pregnancy includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth.
2. Service in the uniformed services includes membership, application for membership, performance of service, application for service, or obligation for service in the uniformed services.

Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence/Title IX

The University of California cherishes the free and open exchange of ideas and expansion of knowledge. Maintaining this freedom and openness requires objectivity, mutual trust, and confidence; it requires the absence of coercion, intimidation, or exploitation. The principal responsibility for maintaining these conditions must rest upon those members of the university community who exercise the greatest authority and leadership: faculty, managers, and supervisors.

The university has therefore instituted a number of measures designed to protect the campus community from sexual harassment and sexual violence. Students, faculty, and staff who would like information or a consultation about gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment, or sexual violence; would like to understand resources and reporting options; would like to file a formal complaint; would like to request a training session; and/or would like copies of the UC Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment and/or the UC Santa Cruz Procedures for Reporting and Responding to Reports of Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment may consult the Title IX Office website or contact Cherie Scricca, Interim Title IX Officer, 105 Kerr Hall, (831) 459-2462 or via email at cscricca@ucsc.edu. Individuals seeking additional resources and information regarding rights and reporting options for those impacted by sexual harassment and sexual violence may also consult the SAFE website at safe.ucsc.edu.

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Revised: 07/15/18