Crisis Resources

The following websites will provide faculty, staff, and students with crisis-related resources.

  • AB540 and Undocumented Student Center
  • Built on the foundation of educational equity and opportunity, the AB540 and Undocumented Student Center at UC Davis strives to empower undocumented students, their families and members of the community in being informed leaders and active participants in our communities. The Center strives to educate and build awareness of changing policies affecting California's undocumented population. We acknowledge that immigration status is one aspect of an individual’s identity that does not solely define a person or their capacity. We promote a holistic approach to recruitment and retention of students in higher education, taking into account a student’s mental, emotional, and financial well-being. The AB540 and Undocumented Student Center is located on the first floor of the Student Community Center in room 1003 or can be reached by email at ab540-undocumented@ucdavis.edu.
  • Academic and Staff Assistance Program
  • The mission of the Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) is to offer confidential and free assessment, intervention, consultation and referral services to all UC Davis faculty, staff and their immediate families.  To schedule an appointment or to learn more about ASAP services, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/asap.
  • Aggie Compass Basic Needs Center

  • The Aggie Compass is a comfortable space for students to build community, get connected to housing programs, receive CalFresh enrollment assistance, and get support navigating basic needs resources and services. Our Mission is to ensure that every student has safe, secure housing, access to healthy food, and financial stability, that will help them succeed at UC Davis and in life.

  • Aggie Mental Health
  • The Aggie Mental Health website is a one-stop-shop for student mental health resources. It is meant to be utilized by students, staff and faculty as we work together to collectively raise awareness about mental health. Click through the webpages for more information. If you need urgent mental health support, please visit the "I Need Help" page to review your options.
  • Center for Advocacy, Resources & Education
  • The Center for Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE), a program within the UC Davis Office of the Provost, is dedicated to reducing the incidence and impact of sexual harassment and sexual violence. CARE provide confidential advocacy, support, and healing services to survivors of sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, including sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and stalking. CARE also facilitate prevention programming and professional training, and serve as subject matter experts with regard to victim dynamics, impact of trauma, bystander intervention, and social norm change: https://care.ucdavis.edu/about-us.  CARE staff can be reached by email, at ucdcare@ucdavis.edu, or by phone, (530) 752-3299.
  • Cross Cultural Center
  • The Cross Cultural Center (CCC) stands as a prominent identity resource center within the state, known for its size and influence. With a dedicated and passionate team, the CCC boasts a diverse group of +25 student staff, supported by 6 full-time career staff, and a thriving volunteer program. By means of engaging events, innovative programs, and a welcoming community space, the CCC actively facilitates the growth of individuals' perspectives and empathy. Rooted in a storied past, the CCC's operations are guided by a set of six core values, shaping its mission and vision. Visit the CCC involvement page to learn how to integrate in the community more! 
  • Harassment & Discrimination Assistance and Prevention Program
  • The Harassment and Discrimination Assistance and Prevention Program (HDAPP) supports the University's commitment to a harassment and discrimination-free work and learning environment for all members of the UC Davis and UC Davis Health campuses. HDAPP educates the campus communities about the issues; assists individuals and campus units to resolve conflicts and complaints related to harassment, discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence and hate and bias; and serves as the central office for receiving reports and maintaining records of these types of complaints: https://hdapp.ucdavis.edu/index.html. 

    HDAPP offers an Anonymous Call Line for individuals who wish to raise a concern without disclosing their identity: (530) 747-3865. 
  • LGBTQIA Resource Center
  • The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual Resource Center (LGBTQIA+ Resource Center) is to provide an open, safe, inclusive space and community that is committed to challenging sexism, cissexism/trans oppression/transmisogyny, heterosexism, monosexism, and allosexism. Our vision for the LGBTQIA+ Resource Center is a space where students, staff, faculty and community members from all sexes, gender identities, gender expressions, sexualities and asexualities are welcomed and celebrated.  Come visit the center today to learn more about how you can get involved! The LGBTQIA Resource Center is located in the Student Community Center on the first floor or virtually: Monday - Friday 9-5 via our virtual front desk.
  • Office of Student Support and Judicial Affairs
  • The Office of Student Support & Judicial Affairs (OSSJA) supports the University's educational mission by upholding standards of academic honesty and responsible behavior, promoting student development, and by assisting students in need: http://sja.ucdavis.edu/about-sja.html#1
  • Ombuds Office
  • The UC Davis Ombuds Office is a confidential, independent, impartial, and informal problem-solving and conflict management resource for all members of the UC Davis and UC Davis Health campus communities: https://ombuds.ucdavis.edu/.
  • Racial Trauma Resources
  • The Racial Trauma Resources website provides links to find guidance for units and individuals to take anti-racism action, view and download tool kits to help draft and implement anti-racist action plans, find and read anti-racism voices across campus and in the community, and many other useful resources for education and action.
  • Red Folder
  • The Red Folder serves as a quick reference guide to mental health resources for faculty/staff and graduate teaching/ research assistants who may interact with distressing or distressed students. The folder identifies common signs of student distress and directs faculty/staff and graduate teaching/research assistants through campus protocol to clarify who they should contact in the event of an emergency. The folders also provide tips for how to approach a student who may be in distress and connect that student with the appropriate resource.
  • Services for International Students and Scholars
  • The Services for International Students and Scholars (SISS) Center assists incoming and current international UC Davis students, scholars, and their families with visa and immigration issues: https://siss.ucdavis.edu/about-us. 
  • Student Disability Center
  • The Student Disability Center (SDC) is staffed by a team of professionals who have expertise in the education of students with disabilities. Student Disability Center Specialists approve services and coordinate accommodations to ensure equal access to the University’s educational programs: https://sdc.ucdavis.edu/about. 
  • Student Health and Counseling Services
  • UC Davis Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) provides a wide variety of medical, mental health and wellness services to all registered UC Davis students regardless of insurance coverage: https://shcs.ucdavis.edu/about/about-SHCS.
  • Student Recruitment and Retention Center
  • The Student Recruitment and Retention Center (SRRC) stands for educational equity. Our student-run and student-initiated programs created by students for students foster holistic, academic and personal development while raising political and cultural awareness for youth and college students. We educate, engage, and empower students to act as dynamic leaders for their communities so that we can all transform knowledge into action. The SRRC is located on the 1st floor of the Student Community Center (SCC) or can be contacted via email at srrc@ucdavis.edu.
  • Women’s Resources and Research Center

  • The Women’s Resources and Research Center provides opportunities to promote gender equity in the UC Davis community. Although womxn make up the majority of students on college campuses, they still navigate issues of hostile campus climate, sexism, and genderism. The WRRC hopes to achieve our vision - a world in which gender equity is achieved and people of all genders, specifically womxn, transgender, non-binary and people with marginalized genders - have the opportunities and support to realize their full potential.

    It is a great place to meet friends and get involved with on-campus events and student organizations working to address sexism, cissexism, and all forms of oppression. The WRRC provides opportunities for students to take part in making UC Davis safer and more inclusive for everyone, specifically for people with marginalized gender identities, including, but not limited to: womxn, transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive individuals.