Events and Support
Let's Be Real
This has been a difficult year. We are experiencing great stress as a global community: the COVID-19 pandemic has upended virtually every aspect of our lives, and we continue to wrestle with world issues such as climate change, the economy, health, migration, and peace and security (un.org). Furthermore, each of us has experienced unique individual stressors, and are likely also feeling the effects of incidents that have affected identities and communities that we are members of or care about.
This isn't meant to overwhelm you – it's intended to remind you that you are not alone! Navigating a particularly tumultuous election season has been particularly challenging given our heightened stress levels. This is why it's important to make intentional efforts to take good care of yourself and those around you.
In this section you will find events where you can reflect, process, and find community as the election season progresses. You will also find resources that you can reach out to for individualized guidance and support.
EVENTS
Election-related events hosted by Student Affairs departments will be posted on Shoreline with the event tag "Election 2020."
Click below to view the calendar. And check back regularly since events will be added as they are organized!
Resources
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
CAPS is a resource for learning new skills in building self-confidence, relating to others, reducing stress, solving problems, and identifying options.
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
EOP Counselors practice a holistic counseling approach that takes into account a range of factors that contribute to student success.
Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS)
Provides services and advising to international students and scholars.
MultiCultural Center (MCC)
In addition to continuing to provide a safe space for students of color, international students, and gay, lesbian, and bisexual students, the MCC serves as a bridge to the entire campus community.
Resource Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity (RCSGD)
UCSB's LGBTQIA+ center.
Undocumented Student Services (USS)
Committed to fostering a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for prospective and current undocumented students, students with mixed-immigration status families, and students from refugee backgrounds.
Women's Center
Dedicated to providing education on women’s issues, feminism, healthy masculinities, and gender and social equity.
GROW Site
A resource library to promote intentional self-development to better understand and appreciate the many aspects of our community's identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
For staff/faculty: Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP)
Same-day, confidential individual therapy appointments the week of November 2nd to offer support for staff, faculty, and postdoctoral fellows that may be feeling triggered, overwhelmed, or are in distress as a result of the election.
Directory
You can also view a complete directory of Student Affairs resources.