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UC Davis Brazil Scientific Mobility Program Admission Packet

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Checklist for Preparing for Arrival Understanding Student Accounts Packing and Weather Guide BSMP Housing and Meal Plan Summary Student Housing Guide: Students are responsible for organizing their own housing arrangements. Please see the information included in this packet to help you search for housing options. Airport Transportation Information Academic Expectations Form: Please print, read carefully, and return a signed copy of this form to [email protected] Emergency Information Form: please complete, scan, and email to [email protected] or fax to (530) 757-8596 at least 30 days before your arrival in the United States.

Please note: At UC Davis the Brazil Scientific Mobility Program operates within the Global Study Program. The materials in this packet reference the Global Study Program and are the same for students in the BSMP program.

CHECKLIST FOR PREPARING FOR ARRIVAL IN DAVIS These are general guidelines for students when starting to make plans:  When to Arrive in Davis Please see the academic calendar included within this packet. A detailed orientation agenda will be emailed to you about 2 weeks prior to orientation.  Airport Transportation Please review the Airport Transportation handout for more information.  Join the GSP Facebook Group Connect with current and future GSP students by joining our Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/ucdglobalstudy/. If you don't have a Facebook yet, it’s really easy to sign up. Go to www.facebook.com and fill out your name and email information. After that, you can click on the link above and in the top right corner you can request to be added to the GSP group. This is a great way to learn about different events that are going on in and around Davis, and to connect with other GSP students.  Housing Arrangements Global Study Program staff strongly recommend that all students make accommodation arrangements prior to arrival, as last-minute housing options are extremely limited. If you need to make hotel reservations before you move into your residence, the following hotels are all within walking distance to the campus. You will likely need a reservation ahead of time at this busy time of the year. There is no youth hostel in Davis. Aggie Inn – (530) 756-0352 http://www.aggieinn.com Best Western Palm Court – (530) 753-7100 http://bestwesterncalifornia.com/hotels/bestwestern-plus-palm-court-hotel Econo Lodge – (530) 756-1040 http://www.econolodge.com Hallmark Hotel – (530) 753-3600 http://www.hallmarkinn.com Hyatt Hotel (on campus) - (530) 756-9500 http://ucdavis.place.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels-ucdavisplace/place/index.jsp Please utilize the housing information in your packet to find long-term housing in Davis.  Opening a Bank Account in Davis It is advised that you open a local checking account. This way you may avoid fees for using ATM machines and you can pay for your local, living expenses (rent, phone, utilities, etc.). This can be done once you arrive in Davis. There are many bank options for you. We can answer questions about this at orientation. Some banks may require you to have a domestic cell phone number before opening an account.  Virtual Campus Tour Go online to http://admissions.ucdavis.edu/visit/virtual_tour.cfm to virtually take a tour and walk-through the entire UC Davis campus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Pre-arrival Advising – If you have questions regarding immigration requirements, appropriate course selection, housing locations or special interests as you prepare for arrival, Global Study Program advisors are happy to help you. Please email us at [email protected].  Correspondence Just a reminder that the GSP offices are open 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday except for holidays. When sending an email, please use a brief and descriptive “subject” for your email and include your entire name (as it appears in your passport) and university in the content of the email so we can help you as effectively as possible. This is important email protocol when sending any correspondence to university offices.  Vaccinations The Global Study Program does not have any vaccination requirements for students participating in the program.

Thank you and we look forward to meeting you!

Understanding Student Accounts The Global Study Program (GSP) is one of several international education programs offered by UC Davis Extension. This program allows international students from select partners to enroll in courses on the central UC Davis campus. Because of this, you will need to create different student accounts with separate log-ins for both UC Davis Extension and the central UC Davis campus. Please refer to the diagram below:

GLOBAL STUDY PROGRAM TYPES OF ACCOUNTS

STUDENT ACCOUNTS

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UC Davis Extension Account Used for: Paying tuition and health insurance

UC Davis Computing Account (SISWEB) Used for: Email and Smartsite

MyBill Account

Used for: Paying for printing and other miscellaneous campus fees

Student Account Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): UC Davis Extension: What’s it got to do with me? The UC Davis Extension (UCDE) office is part of the larger UC Davis Community. UC Davis Extension offers customized programs (such as GSP) on behalf of the UC Davis central campus. As a GSP student you are affiliated with both UC Davis Extension (where GSP is managed) and the UC Davis main central campus (where you will take classes). This is why you have multiple student accounts! What if I’m a BSMP student? On our campus, the Brazil Scientific Mobility Program (BSMP) is managed by the Global Study Program. BSMP provides Brazilian university students the opportunity to study, learn English, and conduct research abroad. O.K. So explain the student accounts to me one more time…. UC Davis Extension Student Account • Your tuition is paid through an Extension student account. The Global Study Program is managed by UC Davis Extension, so tuition payments go through this office. • Ascension health insurance payments are also made through Extension. • GSP will notify you and provide payment instructions if you ever need to make any payments UC Davis Student Account • All students enrolled on the UC Davis campus have a student account where various campus fees will appear. Examples include printing fees, bookstore/course fees, and health center charges • Although your tuition is paid through UC Davis Extension, you need to check this account regularly – all other campus charges will be posted here. UC Davis SISWEB Computing Account • SISWEB is central campus’ record keeping system for grades and transcripts. • All UC Davis students are given an individual campus email through the SISWEB Computing Account • Check this email account regularly. GSP, professors, and teaching assistants will all try to contact you using your UC Davis email Schedule Builder • GSP students are non-degree seeking, meaning that you will not receive your undergraduate degree from UC Davis. Degree-seeking students use Schedule Builder to register for courses, but GSP students do not.

Packing and Weather Guide This list is not comprehensive, but is a good guideline for you. Many of the items listed below can be purchased in Davis at stores such as Target, Safeway, TJ Maxx or Forever 21.

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Household Goods The following household items ARE NOT included in any apartment. These items can easily be purchased in Davis, but it may be cheaper to bring one or two small things from home. • Bedding–pillow, sheets, blanket • Small Appliances – hair dryers, irons, coffeemakers, rice cookers, etc… • Cooking Utensils – plates, silverware, pots, pans, etc…

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Personal Medication (prescriptions or medication that you prefer) o As you are unlikely to find foreign brands in Davis, you should bring any special medication that you think cannot be bought here. You can bring your prescription for medication as long as the prescription is translated to English. Eyeglasses and/or contacts – remember to bring prescription! Cash for arrival Bicycle Accessories – helmet, lights, lock o In California, it is illegal to ride your bike at night without a front and rear light. We also strongly advise you to wear a helmet at all times while riding your bicycle. These items are readily available for purchase in Davis. Power Adaptor – The U.S. uses a 110 Volt system. We recommend purchasing an adaptor in your home country so that you can charge your electronics your first day/night here.

3. Clothes If you are staying here for more than one season, we recommend that you pack only the items that you will immediately need upon arriving in Davis. Pack items for the season in which you will arrive. You can purchase other items while here. (Note: all temperatures are given in Fahrenheit, NOT Celsius) Summer: (July-September) Summer is extremely hot in Davis–high temperatures averaging in the low 90°F. In an average summer there are 15 - 20 days that are over 100°F. Humidity is very low, usually in the 15 - 30% range. Most students are not used to such a dry environment. Night temperatures in the summer are usually in the upper 50°F. In summer most students wear shorts and t-shirts. At night it is still very hot and students usually do not wear more than a very light jacket or sweater. Make sure

to also bring your swimsuit because a lot of students spend time at the pool. Here is a list of things to bring that will help you prepare for the summer months: Shorts/dress T-shirts Sandals Swimsuit Hat Sunglasses Light jacket Small fan Water Bottle Fall: (September-December) A few weeks into the quarter, the weather usually changes and becomes a lot colder and windier. You will need to start wearing a jacket or sweatshirt everyday as the quarter comes to an end. You might experience a little bit of rain in the fall. Shorts/dress T-shirts/Long-sleeved shirts Pants/jeans Waterproof jacket Sweatshirts/sweaters Umbrella Winter: (January-March) Winter is colder and very windy. It can also rain heavily for days at a time. Most days you need to put on several layers to stay warm when you go outside. It gets dark a lot earlier during winter. Davis winters do not often go below freezing and it does NOT snow. Heavy shoes/boots Beanie/Winter hat Waterproof Jacket Umbrella Long pants/jeans Scarfs/gloves Long sleeve shirts Hand warmers Thick socks Spring: (April-June) Spring quarter varies in weather and it could stay cold, wet and windy for several weeks into spring. Usually toward the end of spring quarter, the weather gets warmer. Many new Davis students experience strong pollen allergies in the spring. Symptoms may include constant sneezing, runny nose and itchy eyes. Light jackets T-shirts/Long-sleeve shirts Light pants Shorts Sandals Sneakers *** Below are some statistics about the weather in Davis: *** Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Avg. High 54°F 60°F 66°F 73°F 81°F 89°F 94°F 93°F 89°F 79°F 65°F 54°F

Avg. Low 38°F 41°F 44°F 46°F 52°F 56°F 57°F 56°F 54°F 49°F 43°F 38°F

Mean 46°F 51°F 55°F 60°F 67°F 73°F 76°F 75°F 72°F 64°F 54°F 46°F

Avg. Rainfall 3.92 in. 4.00 in. 2.77 in. 1.17 in. 0.56 in. 0.20 in. 0.00 in. 0.05 in. 0.26 in. 0.90 in. 2.36 in. 3.54 in.

Record High (Year) 77°F (1962) 78°F (1977) 89°F (1988) 98°F (1931) 106°F (1984) 115°F (1925) 116°F (1925) 114°F (1920) 112°F (1950) 104°F (2001) 91°F (1933) 76°F (1967)

Record Low (Year) 18°F (1937) 4°F (1981) 26°F (1939) 26°F (1929) 33°F (1933) 36°F (2005) 43°F (1930) 40°F (1939) 36°F (1929) 26°F (1946) 23°F (1931) 12°F (1932)

Brazil Scientific Mobility Program Housing and Meal Plans Students in the BSMP will receive assistance in locating off-campus housing. HOUSING UC Davis does not have on-campus housing available for students in the program. All students will live off-campus in shared apartments. Students will be responsible for securing their own apartments. Detailed information on how to find an apartment is included in the Student Housing Guide. UC Davis will provide each student with a payment for housing expenses upon arrival. This amount will cover the estimated cost for an off-campus apartment with double occupancy and all utilities. The exact amount will be determined by your dates of stay at UC Davis. The amount includes money to pay for monthly rent, utilities, and also an additional $1,000 to pay for security deposits and/or furniture. We strongly encourage you to contact the current BSMP students living at UC Davis to discuss housing and receive their recommendations. You may contact them by joining the Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/csfucdavis/. Weeks Housing Allowance 9 $2418 10 $2575 11 $2733 12 $2890 13 $3048 14 $3205 15 $3363 16 $3520

MEAL PLAN You will be provided with an on-campus meal plan for use at the UC Davis Dining Services. UC Davis has three convenient on-campus locations. Each venue offers a wide variety of food to suit your individual taste. More information about the campus dining facilities can be found online at http://dining.ucdavis.edu/index.html. In addition to the meal plan each student will be given an additional payment of money per quarter to cover the cost of off-campus meals. You will receive a combination of funds that will be the equivalent of 21 meals per week.

Student Housing Guide Welcome to the GSP Student Housing Guide. Finding housing in Davis is both exciting and a little stressful. If you carefully follow the steps in this guide, you will be well on your way to moving into the right place! 1. Understanding the Davis Housing Market o The vast majority of students live in rental housing with their friends or other students. Davis housing is rented in a lease, a legally binding contract, usually for a full year, beginning in September and ending in late August. Generally, students select their housing in the Spring for the following academic year. o Some students live in houses provided by a rental agency, while others live in apartments. o On-campus student housing in dormitories is only available for first-year freshmen students. Unfortunately, this means dormitories are not an option for GSP students. o Finding short-term housing in Davis can be a challenge because of the yearlong lease requirement. Many students ‘sub-lease’, meaning they take over the lease from another person for part of the year. o In addition to rent, students typically need to plan to pay for the following expenses:  Security deposit – this is additional money given to the landlord to reserve your house/room. The security deposit will be returned to you when you move out as long as you clean the space and there is no damage. Sometimes landlords/apartment complexes will take out a small portion of money from your security deposit in order to fix any damage.  Utilities – students normally pay for Internet, electricity, and natural gas separately. The rent you pay to the property management will not cover these amenities. Make sure you ask which amenities are included in your rent before signing the lease. o It is very important that you fully understand American renting policies. Visit http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/landlordbook/resolveproblems.shtml and click on “Read California’s Tenant Book” to learn about the laws. 2. Think about the different factors involved in your housing choice o Are you a very social person who likes to interact with others, or do you prefer to spend more of your time alone? Do you want to live close to campus or further away? Would you like to share a room with someone or prefer to have your own room? Would you like to live with Americans or with other international students? Davis Wiki offers a comprehensive guide to renting in Davis here: http://daviswiki.org/Rental_Housing_Guide o Are you looking for a place that already has furniture, or will you want to purchase furniture here? (Most apartments do not come with furnishings). o We recommend that you find housing in Davis. Those who have chosen to live outside of the city have complained that buses to Sacramento, Woodland, and other neighboring communities are not frequent and cause inconvenience. Please

be aware that the bus system does not operate late at night, and you may need to walk home or ride your bike if you are out late. If you like to go out late, please remember this when you are choosing an apartment and try to find a place close to campus. 3. Review your housing options o Apartments – See a full list of all apartment complexes online at http://daviswiki.org/Apartments. o Homestays- Review the “Student Homestay Information” handout in this packet. 4. Search for housing o If you want to look for an apartment, we have compiled the following resources for you. Please note, we cannot endorse any of these sites, but past students have found them helpful.  SISS: You may sign up for a housing listserv for international students and scholars who are looking to sublet their apartments. Please note that SISS is not associated with Global Study Program (GSP) and all your questions about your program should be addressed to GSP. http://siss.ucdavis.edu/about_us/bulletins.html  Associated Students of UC Davis (ASUCD): Housing/apartment listings offered by the Associated Students of UC Davis. We recommend this site because you may search for places to live by price range, neighborhood, type of housing (apartment, house, condominium) or room-share etc. http://chl.ucdavis.edu/  Newspaper advertisements: Consult the classified advertising section of the community newspaper (The Davis Enterprise, http://www.davisenterprise.com/classifieds/?main=300) or the campus newspaper (The California Aggie, http://theaggie.org) for listings of houses and apartments for rent.  Uloop is an online classifieds service for college students. It has many “sublease” postings, which will be helpful to students who are not in Davis for a full school year ucdavis.uloop.com/housing/.  University Village apartment complex rents single rooms or full apartments: http://www.experienceuvdavis.com/.  US Housing is a website that can help you narrow your search criteria to find an apartment that’s right for you: http://www.davishousing.com/.  Davis Wiki Roommates Wanted: This page hosts student advertisements who are looking for a roommate: http://daviswiki.org/Roommates_Wanted 5. Secure your housing o In order to rent a room or apartment you will most likely need to fill out a lease and provide payment. Most students do this upon arrival in Davis. o Always read all the documents before you sign any leases and be very careful when dealing with the internet, money, and strangers. o Pay close attention to the dates of your lease - if you decide to leave your apartment early, you will either need to continue paying the rent until your lease is up or find someone to take over the lease for you (sublet). o Move in!

Important Points to Remember o It is very important that you fully understand American renting policies. Visit http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/landlordbook/resolve-problems.shtml and click on “Read California’s Tenant Book” to learn about the laws. o If you decide to leave your apartment early, you will either need to continue paying the rent until your lease is up or find someone to take over the lease for you (sublet). o Do not sign your lease until you arrive in Davis. o When discussing rental terms and pricing with the apartment managers and your roommates, it is very important to do so over email. Verbal contracts are not considered ‘binding’ in California. Please save all written documentation, including copies of your lease to avoid confusion about agreements. Frequently Asked Questions about Housing o Can the Global Study Program help me find roommates? o Yes, we can. Please send us your contact details and we will share them with other students and try to help you. o Can I come to Davis first and then find housing once I arrive? o Yes, many students choose to come to Davis, stay with friend or in a hotel for a few days, and then find housing. o I’m only staying for a quarter, but signed a lease for one year. What do I do? o You will need to find a new tenant to take over your lease for you. Signing a year-long lease means that you are legally responsible for paying the rent for the full term of the lease unless you find someone to replace you. o What happens if I just go back home without finding someone to take over my lease? o If you return home and break the terms of your lease, the apartment company may take you to court. This could affect you in a variety of ways, including making it difficult for you to return to the U.S. o How can I be sure the advertisement I found for housing is legitimate and not a scam? o Sometimes people try to ‘scam’ or cheat people who are looking for housing. Do NOT send money to people before you arrive. If someone asks you to provide your account number or anything like that, do not do it. If you aren’t sure about the advertisement, just ask us to help you by emailing [email protected]. We will be glad to investigate.

Airport Transportation Global Study Program Most students arrive at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The airport is approximately 90 miles (1.5hrs) away from Davis. The best way to travel to Davis from San Francisco is by car or shuttle. •

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SuperShuttle is a shuttle service between SMF, Davis, and Sacramento. It is not required to make a reservation beforehand, but it is highly recommended. For more information, visit their website: http://www.supershuttle.com/. Bk Shuttle is a door-to-door shuttle service that travels between SMF, SFO, and the surrounding area. You must reserve this service in advance. Visit their website for more information: https://www.bkshuttle.com/.

You may also choose to arrive at the Sacramento Airport (SMF). This airport is approximately 20 miles (30 minutes) away from Davis. If you choose to fly into SMF, you have several transportation options to reach Davis. •

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Davis Airporter is a private airport shuttle service used by many residents of Davis. This is a door-to-door service that must be arranged by advance reservation for one person, or several persons. You may also reserve the Davis Airporter for transportation from SFO, but you must reserve your space at least three days in advance. For further information, visit this website: http://www.davisairporter.com/ SuperShuttle See entry above Bk Shuttle See entry above Yolobus is a public transit system that services Yolo County and the surrounding area. Two Yolobus routes provide hourly transportation between SMF and Davis. It is not required that you buy a ticket in advance. Please check the route maps and note which bus stop is closest to your apartment/house. Go to the Yolobus website for more information: http://www.yolobus.com/news/airportservice.php.

Note: It is NOT recommended that students try to travel to Davis via train when they first arrive. A combination of subway + train with 2 transfers and cash payment is required. This would be quite complicated for a person who has just arrived in California. Later in their stay, this may be a feasible and cost-effective option for students who have become familiar with the area and do not have a large amount of luggage.

Emergency Contact Form The Global Study Program – Center for International Education University of California, Davis Name:

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Home University:

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Email Address:

______________________________________ EMERGENCY INFORMATION Please provide us with the following information:

Name of a relative in your home country or a relative/friend in the local area who can be contacted in case of an emergency:

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Relationship to you:

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His or her work phone number:

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His or her home phone number:

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His or her cell phone number:

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His or her address:

(Street) ______________________________________ (City, State, Postcode, Country) ______________________________________

His or her fax number (If applicable):

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His or her E-mail address:

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Mark the boxes if you have, or have had the condition listed. Please describe the condition. Allergies (Food, Animals, Medication, etc.)

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Heart Conditions

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Physical Disabilities

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Psychological Treatment

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Other Conditions of Concern?

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Have you been tested for Tuberculosis (TB)?

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If yes, was your test positive?

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Please list any medications that you are currently taking: _________________________ ___________________________ ______________________________ Do you have any other special needs? ______________________________________________________ Email to [email protected] or fax to 530-757-8596

University of California Davis Global Study Program Academic Expectations Welcome to the UC Davis Global Study Program. As a new member of the UC Davis community, it is important that you understand your responsibilities as a student on our campus. Please carefully review this document and return a signed copy to [email protected]. As a UC Davis Global Study student you are expected to do the following to maintain good academic standing and your student visa status: • • •

Regularly attend your courses o Failing to attend class will result in a loss of your visa status and ability to remain in the United States. Maintain a 2.0 GPA (C average) in your UC Davis campus courses each quarter of study o Failing to do so may place you on Academic Probation. Receive a B grade in all IEP ESL courses o Failing to achieve a B grade in any ESL course may prevent you from progressing towards taking campus courses. o Progression towards taking campus courses is also dependent upon advisor and instructor review and approval. Additional testing may be required.

Loss of visa status will result in the early termination of your visa. You would need to return to your home country immediately. Failure to abide by the terms of your student visa can negatively affect your ability to return to the United States for up to 10 years. Understanding Academic Probation If you earn below a 2.0 GPA (C average) after one quarter or earn F, NP (no pass), NS (no work submitted) or NW (no work submitted) in any course, you may be placed on Academic Probation by a GSP advisor. A meeting will then be arranged with you, the academic advisor and/or GSP director to discuss a plan of action to help you succeed in future quarters. You may be restricted in the types of coursework you may take, for example you may be restricted from taking upper-division coursework or coursework that requires intensive reading or writing. In the following quarter, you will need to achieve a 2.0 GPA or higher. In addition you cannot fail any course, or you will be subject to immediate dismissal from the GSP without a refund. Understanding Academic Integrity Academic integrity is an important concept at UC Davis. In the event you are caught plagiarizing, cheating on an exam, or showing other blatant disregard for UC Davis policy (http://sja.ucdavis.edu/faq.html#13), you will be subject to immediate dismissal. Please note that the rules regarding plagiarism, citation, etc., may be different at UC Davis than at your home university. It is your responsibility to understand the regulations at UC Davis and ask for help from your professors, teaching assistants, and the Student Academic Success Center to ensure that you do not plagiarize.

Understanding Course Registration Students at UC Davis register in courses on a space-available basis. GSP students may only register for courses that have three available seats in order to avoid displacing a student who is getting a degree from UC Davis. It is not possible to guarantee that space in any individual course will be available. Students need to exercise a high degree of flexibility when planning schedules to allow for unexpected changes in courses. Please note that it is not possible to take courses or to audit (listen to courses without receiving credit) courses in any professional school (Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Management). Access to graduate-level courses is also restricted. Students will abide by the GSP course registration guidelines at all times. Understanding The Principles of Community The University of California, Davis, is first and foremost an institution of learning and teaching, committed to serving the needs of society. Our campus community reflects and is a part of a society comprising all races, creeds and social circumstances. The successful conduct of the university's affairs requires that every member of the university community acknowledge and practice the following basic principles: •

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We affirm the inherent dignity in all of us, and we strive to maintain a climate of justice marked by respect for each other. We acknowledge that our society carries within it historical and deep-rooted misunderstandings and biases, and therefore we will endeavor to foster mutual understanding among the many parts of our whole. We affirm the right of freedom of expression within our community and affirm our commitment to the highest standards of civility and decency towards all. We recognize the right of every individual to think and speak as dictated by personal belief, to express any idea, and to disagree with or counter another's point of view, limited only by university regulations governing time, place and manner. We promote open expression of our individuality and our diversity within the bounds of courtesy, sensitivity and respect. We confront and reject all manifestations of discrimination, including those based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religious or political beliefs, status within or outside the university, or any of the other differences among people which have been excuses for misunderstanding, dissension or hatred. We recognize and cherish the richness contributed to our lives by our diversity. We take pride in our various achievements, and we celebrate our differences. We recognize that each of us has an obligation to the community of which we have chosen to be a part. We will strive to build a true community of spirit and purpose based on mutual respect and caring."

Understanding UC Davis Standards of Conduct Students may be disciplined or dismissed early from the program for violating the UC Davis Standards of Conduct for Students, including: • • • • •

Academic Misconduct Dishonest Acts Forgery Computer and/or Electronic Theft or Abuse Unauthorized Entry

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Assault, Threats of Violence, or Conduct Threatening Health or Safety Sexual Harassment Disorderly or Lewd Conduct Possession, Use or Distribution of Alcohol or Drugs Laboratory Safety Violations

The UC Davis Standards of Conduct for Students is outlined online at http://sja.ucdavis.edu/scs.html. Carefully review these standards of conduct prior to signing the agreement.

I, _______________ (Insert Name), from ________________ (Insert University), understand and agree to abide by the University of California academic, attendance, and behavioral standards. I understand that my academic performance will be carefully monitored and that failure to succeed academically could result in dismissal from the program. Signature

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