Support for Students

Respondents can, and are encouraged to, engage with Respondent Support Services (RSS) at any time. Whether you are receiving your first Notice of Investigation, want to learn more about RSS, or you are trying to understand your sanctions, RSS is a valuable resource and provides many different types of services for student needs. 

Services Available to Respondents include: 

• Helping students identify needs during complaint, investigation, adjudication process
• Referrals to counseling/psychological services, financial assistance, legal services, etc.
• Accompaniments to meetings with administrators
• Assist with receiving accommodations and interpretive services
• Provide on and off campus resources and support including integration into the campus or local community
• Support students in understanding terms of suspension and how to reenroll once sanctioning concludes or all Student Conduct Outcomes have been completed
• Additional support with Conduct Hearings, Interim Suspensions, and Housing Cancellations

Services regarding assistance to students with navigating Title IX and Conduct processes includes:

• Explanation of rights and the adjudication process of UC Santa Cruz
• Guidance and support through interviews and important adjudication deadlines
• Meeting accompaniments and explanation of policy and process
• Assist in navigating logistical challenges such as santioning/student conduct outcomes, hearings, appeals, etc.