UCLA Office of the Dean of Students

TO: ALL STUDENTS

FROM: DEAN OF STUDENTS

The University of California, in accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy,1 physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services.2

The University also prohibits sexual harassment. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment in University programs and activities.

Inquiries regarding the University's equal opportunity policies may be directed to the Office of Campus Counsel, (310) 206-6985.

Inquiries regarding Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or 504 Compliance may be directed to the ADA & 504 Compliance Office, (310) 825-1514 (Phone), (310) 206-3349 (TTY), (310) 267-1873 (FAX)

Students who believe they have been discriminated against on the above discussed grounds may contact the Office of the Dean of Students, (310) 825-3871, for further information and procedures.

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1 Pregnancy includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth.

2 Service in the uniformed services includes membership, application for membership, performance of service, application for service, or obligation for service in the uniformed services.

TO: ALL STUDENTS

FROM: DEAN OF STUDENTS

UCLA will not tolerate sexual assault or sexual misconduct. Where there is probable cause to believe a student has committed a sexual assault or has engaged in sexual misconduct, disciplinary action will be pursued. Sanctions may include Dismissal from the University.

IF YOU HAVE BEEN SEXUALLY ASSAULTED:

Take care of your safety and health needs.

Immediately call the Police Department. If possible, call the UC Police Department at (310) 825-1491 or 911.

Get medical attention. Campus police will provide transportation to the Santa Monica Hospital Emergency Room for emergency medical treatment and evidence collection. A counselor from the Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center will be available at the time, free of charge.

Utilize Campus and Community Support services.

Contact a Rape Services Consultant. Rape Services Consultants (RSC) are available through the Center for Women and Men. RSCs have expertise in working with people who have been sexually assaulted. They can discuss options and alternatives, help identify the most appropriate support services, and provide information about medical care, psychological counseling, academic assistance, legal options, how to file a police report, and how to file a complaint through the Office of the Dean of Students. RSCs are available to assist any UCLA student regardless of where or when the assault occurred. For assistance, contact the Center for Women and Men at (310) 206-8240 or come to B44 Student Activities Center and ask to speak to an RSC.

Contact the Rape Treatment Center at Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center at (310) 319-4000 for free emergency medical treatment and counseling services.

CARING ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE IF YOU HAVE BEEN SUBJECTED TO SEXUAL ASSAULT OR SEXUAL MISCONDUCT. YOU ARE ENCOURAGED IN THE STRONGEST TERMS TO MAKE A REPORT.

TO: ALL STUDENTS

FROM: DEAN OF STUDENTS

Pursuant to the Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, the California Education Code, and the "University of California Policies Applying to the Disclosure of Information from Student Records," students at UCLA have the right:

1) To inspect and review records pertaining to themselves in their capacity as students, except as the right may be waived or qualified under the Federal and State laws and the University Policies;

2) To have withheld from disclosure, absent their prior consent for release, personally identifiable information from their student records, except as provided by the Federal and State laws and the University Policies;

3) To inspect records maintained by UCLA for disclosures of personally identifiable information from their student records;

4) To seek correction of their student records through a request to amend the records or, if such request is denied, through a hearing; and

5) To file complaints with the United States Department of Education regarding alleged violations of the rights accorded them by the Federal Act.

For More information regarding this notice, or any OFFICIAL NOTICE or policy, you may contact the Office of the Dean of Students in 1206 Murphy Hall.

TO: CAMPUS COMMUNITY

FROM: DEAN OF STUDENTS

In compliance with Section 92640(a) of the California Education Code, the University must accommodate requests for alternate examination dates at a time when that activity would not violate a student's religious creed.

At UCLA, accommodation for alternate examination dates should be worked out directly between the student and the faculty member involved.

General Guidelines:

Students should make such requests of the instructor during the first two weeks of the quarter, or as soon as possible after an examination date is announced by the instructor.

Students unable to reach a satisfactory arrangement with their instructor should contact the Campus Ombuds or the Office of the Dean of Students.

Instructors who have questions, or who wish to verify the nature of the religious event or practice involved, should contact the Campus Ombuds Office or the Office of the Dean of Students.

TO: CAMPUS COMMUNITY

FROM: DEAN OF STUDENTS

Students cited for copyright infringement are subject to sanctions under the UCLA Student Conduct Code, Section 102.05, Computers: "Abuses include, but are not limited to ... violations of copyright laws, whether by theft, unauthorized sharing or other misuse of copyrighted materials such as songs, movies, software, photos or text."

Students are also subject to penalties if prosecuted in Federal court.

Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement.

Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or "statutory" damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For "willful" infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys' fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505.

Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense.

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