Parent Resources

Office of Campus Life and Dean of Students

The Office of Campus Life and Dean of Students is one of the major organizations within the Division of Student Affairs. The departments that comprise the Office of Campus Life provide a myriad of services, programs and experiences for undergraduate and graduate students. With a focus on students, the Office of Campus Life strives to complement your academic experience with programs that promote wellness, identity development, cultural competency, leadership development, academic success, career development and volunteerism.

List of Campus Life Units and Services

Student Affairs Divisional Website

Dean of Students Orientation Presentation to Parents


The Red Folder Project

The Office of Campus Life and Dean of Students, in collaboration with Counseling and Psychological Services has developed the Red Folder Project, a guide for parents in assisting students in crisis. The Red Folder includes important phone numbers, warning signs for parents and important ideas regarding what parents can do to help. To request a copy of the Red Folder, please write to deanofstudents@ucsc.edu. You may also download a PDF version of the folder here.


Connect with University Relations Parent Programs

The UCSC community is as inclusive as it is diverse. UCSC Parent Programs provide a place for the whole family to follow their Banana Slug’s experience from freshman year through graduation. For more information, begin here.

Connect With the Dean of Students

Our Dean of Students, Alma Sifuentes, is committed to your student's academic success and encourages students and parents to connect with the services, programs and resources that are available via the Campus Life Units.

If you are interested in setting up an appointment with the Dean of Students, have questions about UC Santa Cruz, have questions regarding resources for parents, or just want to chat, please email: deanofstudents@ucsc.edu or call 831-459-3456.

Dean of Students Biography


Connect With the Vice Chancellor

Connect with the Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs Felicia E. McGinty by calling her assistant at 831-459-2474 or kdawson@ucsc.edu.


Services to Meet Your Students' Needs

Obtain information about the student health insurance plan

Contact Student Business Services

Contact the Bay Tree Bookstore

Explore Disability Resources

Explore Services for Transfer and Re-entry Students

Contact the Housing Office

Check out the Dining Hall Menu