Our work with students is purposeful. Our interactions with students are intended to foster their independence as young adults. In place of resolving issues on a student’s behalf, the staff in the Dean of Students Office (DSO) provide support and guidance for students. We are attentive to advocating for students and involving them in the process at hand. At times, we do this in partnership with parents and we are available to parents to address questions and concerns.
Below are some links to SCU pages that may be helpful.
The Dean of Students Office (DSO) serves as an advocate for students during difficult times, providing support and resources to help build resilience and overcome challenges. When addressing student needs, DSO often works closely with these offices:
- Campus Ministry
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
- Student Health, Counseling, and Well-Being
- Drahmann Academic and Advising Center
- Housing and Residence Life
- Office of Accessible Education
- Wellness Center
For additional information about how the Dean of Students Office can support your student, please visit our Culture of CARE page.
When a student is unable to contact professors about an absence due to hospitalization or incapacitation, or a family crisis, the family or the student themselves may contact the Dean of Students Office via email at dso@scu.edu to have their faculty members notified. The student will be included in the notification and is responsible for following up with each professor regarding the missed class time as soon as they can do so.
National and local social fraternities and sororities, specifically those organizations affiliated with the North-American Interfraternity Conference (formerly known as the National Interfraternity Conference), and National Panhellenic Conference are not permitted at Santa Clara University. Santa Clara University is not affiliated with, nor does the University recognize, such organizations even if Santa Clara University students are members of those organizations.