DEAN OF STUDENTS

The Office of the Dean of Students and Associate Vice President for Student Development Services provides general information concerning campus policies, procedures, and regulations and offers help to students seeking to resolve campus problems.  Students needing assistance with any University matter are invited to begin with this office.  Specific policies regarding grade appeals, student grievances and/or student conduct are administered by this office.

Students at Cal State San Marcos are subject to the same federal, state, and local laws as other citizens.  Of particular importance are regulations established by the State of California through its Education Code.  In addition, regulations from the Board of Trustees and the local University directly affect student life on campus.  Students are responsible for their behavior on campus and are expected to know and comply with all policies and regulations of this University. Copies of all policies that affect students are available at the office of the AVP/DOS.  Specific policies can also be accessed at:   http://lynx.csusm.edu/polocies/

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

This area of Student Development Services, headed by the Dean of Students and Associate Vice President for Student Development Services, guides collaborative efforts within the Division of Student Affairs and the University that complement and support the academic mission of the University and promote lifelong learning opportunities. 

Staff members in this area are responsible for initiating discussion and action that will strengthen the institution in its quest to create a student-centered learning environment and provide leadership and coordination for assessment of Student Affairs programs and services.

Departments in the area include:

• Office of the Dean of Students

• First-Year Experience Co-curricular components

• Judicial Affairs

• Student Health and Counseling Services

• Student Life and Leadership

• Clarke Field House / University Student Union

• University Village

Additionally, the area collaborates heavily with the Associated Students Inc. in designing and implementing programs and services that engage and educate the whole student.

All departments in Student Development Services utilize the Wellness Model for developing and implementing programs and services for students. Wellness at Cal State San Marcos is defined as “a proactive approach to living whereby individuals and communities become aware of and make positive choices in creating and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Wellness is the engagement of the mind, body and soul into one’s philosophy of living.” For more information on the Wellness Model please visit www.csusm.edu/wellness.

ADDITIONAL LINKS

• Alcohol & Drug Policy/Procedures
• Campus Fee Establishment/ Adjustment Policy/Procedure
• Campus Fee Establishment/ Adjustment Timeline 2006/2007(SFAC)
• FERPA (PowerPoint Presentation)
• FERPA (Policy & Procedure)
• Student Consumer Information
• Student Grade Appeals Policy/Procedure
• Student Grievance Policy
• Student Policies
• Travel for Students (Student Development Guidelines)
• Withdrawal from the University (Complete Semester Withdrawal)