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Dear Gauchos,

Whether you’re pulling into Isla Vista for the first time with a car full of boxes or you’re a senior preparing for your celebratory walk across the Commencement stage, Student Affairs staff are prepared to assist in your journey every step of the way. 

Student Affairs isn’t just a list of departments or a handbook of policies. We are the people who make sure you’re fed when your bank account is low. We’re the ones who help you find a community that becomes a group of lifelong friends. We’re the safety net when things get overwhelming, and some of your loudest cheerleaders when you hit your stride.

UCSB is a world-class university, and honestly, it’s a big place. It’s easy to feel like just another face in the crowd at the UCen or a seat number in Campbell Hall. A big part of our job is to make this big campus feel small.

Our Promise to You: If you are struggling to find a resource, if a door feels closed, or if you just don’t know where to turn – contact us. We are committed to seeing questions and challenges through to their end. If we aren’t the right office to solve your problem, we won't just give you a phone number and wish you luck; we will personally make sure you get to the person who can help.