DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICECALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN MARCOS

Presentation Outcomes

• Ensure you are aware of the resources available to you in the Dean of Students office

• Help you understand your role as Student Org leaders in maintaining a physically and psychologically safe environment for your members both on and off campus

The Big Picture

As Student Org leaders, the following should always (and need to) be considered when making decisions for your organizations:

• Personal Values• Membership Values/Constitution• Student Life and Leadership policies• CSUSM policies • CSU Executive Orders• State and Federal Laws

Dean of Students Office Staff

Dilcie PerezDean of Students

Jennie RuizAssociate Dean

of Students

Leslie RockwellAssociate Director

of Student Conduct

Patty DiazSOAR

Coordinator

Gezai BerhaneAssociate

Director of Operations

Jill FlaaAdministrative

Support Coordinator

Jacqueline Blackburn

Interim Student Services

Coordinator

PhilosophyCare

Support Advocacy

Purpose• To initiate and facilitate a rich co-

curricular and student life experience at CSUSM.

• To serve as a first stop for the campus community to provide support for our students.

• To help students navigate their rights and responsibilities as a member of the CSUSM community.

USU 3500soar@csusm.edu

760-750-SOAR (7627)www.csusm.edu/soar

SOAR

CAREThe CARE Manager coordinates prevention, intervention, and support for students in crisis or experiencing barriers to success including behavioral and academic concerns.

Available Resources:

• Mental health support• Living concerns

– Housing security– Food security– Financial security

• Student right procedures– Withdrawals and Incompletes– Student Fee or Financial Aid appeals– Grade Appeals

Student Conduct

As a member of the Cal State San Marcos community, all students are expected to adhere to the Standards for Student Conduct. The Standards for Student Conduct exist to maintain a fair, safe,

and healthy living learning environment for students, faculty, and staff. Students are also

expected to be good citizens, engage in responsible behavior, be civil to each other, and

positively contribute to university life.

Student ConductThings to consider:

• Individual conduct process vs. group conduct process• The CSU Standards for Student Conduct are

applicable for off-campus behavior (includes online behavior)

• Students must be in “good standing” to hold Student Org leadership positions. This WILL impact a student’s eligibility.

• Violating the CSU Standards for Student Conduct may impact your student status – current and futureo Probation, Suspension, Expulsion

Social Host OrdinanceAnyone hosting a party is required to:• Verify the age of guests• Control access to those under 21• Control the quantity of alcohol consumed at the gathering• Supervise minors

Anyone allowing minors (under 21) to drink alcohol will be held accountable and may be:• Cited/arrested• Fined up to $1,000• Sentenced to 6 months in jail• Billed for police services

Think twice before hosting a gathering at your home; it’s YOUR responsibility.

Alcohol PolicyAre you planning/hope tohave alcohol at your event?

Things to consider:• Ask key questions• Review Executive Order 966• Work closely with Student Life and

Leadership to ensure compliance

TITLE IXCSU San Marcos does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its education programs or activities. Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Title IX protects all people regardless of their gender or gender identity from

sex discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and violence.

CSUSM Title IX CoordinatorDr. Bridget Blanshan,

Associate Vice President for Student AffairsCraven Hall 3600 / 760-750-4056

Deputy Title IX CoordinatorDilcie Perez

Dean of StudentsUSU 3500 / 760-750-4935

TITLE IXAdditional Resources available to students in the event of a case involving Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Violence, or Sex Discrimination:

Student Health and Counseling Services (confidential)Sexual Assault AdvocateUniversity Police DepartmentFaculty/StaffDean of Students Office

Visit: http://www.csusm.edu/title9/ for helpful information on Title IX, what is consent,

and how to file a formal complaint.

Campus ResourcesThe Dean of Students office works closely with various

campus departments, including:

• Academic Affairs/Faculty• PASS – Personalized Academic Success Services• Disabled Student Services• Student Health and Counseling Services• University Police Department

For a full listing of Campus Resources and to stay up to date on campus news and events, visit

http://www.csusm.edu/students/

Takeaways

Know and Follow -• Laws• Standards for Student Conduct• CSU/Campus/Departmental policies

Be a Courageous Leader by…• Intervening/Confronting situations that may compromise the

safety of your organization or members• Using your resources and making appropriate referrals

Thank you for building and maintaining a SAFE and ENGAGED campus community.

Contact UsDean of Students Office

USU 3500www.csusm.edu/dos

dos@csusm.edu 760-750-4935

Student Outreach and Referral (SOAR)www.csusm.edu/soar

soar@csusm.edu 760-750-SOAR (7627)

Cougar Care Networkwww.csusm.edu/ccn

760-750-4935