Diversity Resources Manual - University of San Francisco

The University of San Francisco’sDiversity Resources ManualPresented byThe Cultural CentersMulticulTural Recruitment and Retention

can-Americann-Americanasiannationalo/Hispanicve Americanve Hawaiian/fic Islanderecified (Choseto Disclose)Diversity Demographics11%Undergraduate Student Diversity (Fall 2010) Freshman Diversity15%11%1.5%1.5%11%4%Source: https://www.usfca.edu/about/usfstatistics/35%21%African-AmericanAfrican-AmericanAsian-American Asian-AmericanCaucasianCaucasianInternationalInternationalLatino/HispanicNative AmericanLatino/Hispanic Native Hawaiian/Pacific IslanderUnspecified (ChoseNative American Not to Disclose)Native Hawaiian/Pacific IslanderUnspecified (ChoseNot to Disclose)16.83%15%11.88%1.5%1.5%11%5.94%1.98%2.97%4.95%31.68%4%23.76%University of San Francisco Core ValuesThe University’s core values include a belief in and a commitment to advancing:• the Jesuit Catholic tradition that views faith and reason as complementaryresources in the search for truth and authentic human development, and thatwelcomes persons of all faiths or no religious beliefs as fully contributingpartners to the University;• the freedom and the responsibility to pursue truth and follow evidence to itsconclusion;• learning as a humanizing, social activity rather than a competitive exercise;• a common good that transcends the interests of particular individuals orgroups; and reasoned discourse rather than coercion as the norm for decisionmaking;• diversity of perspectives, experiences and traditions as essential componentsof a quality education in our global context;• excellence as the standard for teaching, scholarship, creative expression andservice to the University community;• social responsibility in fulfilling the University’s mission to create, communicateand apply knowledge to a world shared by all people and held in trustfor future generations;• the moral dimension of every significant human choice: taking seriously howand who we choose to be in the world;• the full, integral development of each person and all persons, with the beliefthat no individual or group may rightfully prosper at the expense of others;• a culture of service that respects and promotes the dignity of every person.Source: http://www.usfca.edu/Provost/Institutional_Assessments/USF_Institutional_Mission,_Vision,___Core_Values/6

Jesuit ValuesAs the first university established in San Francisco, USF takes pride in its commitment tothe San Francisco Community, as well as the greater Jesuit community. Today, USF stillmaintains its alignment with the following Jesuit values:• Striving for the Magis. Seeking the Magis (the more, the greater) is more thanjust striving for excellence since it also asks individuals to strive for “furtherstill.” It challenges students to study for more than grades and the Universityto hold itself to standards more substantive than college rankings.• Promoting critical inquiry. Education within a Jesuit perspective must includequestioning and exploring. That reflection process must always include ananalysis of the ethical dimensions of what is done and learned.• Pursuing diversity. Central to Jesuit education is the intention expressed by St.Ignatius to create schools and ministries that reflect the needs and aspirationsof the time and place. Throughout history, Jesuit schools have welcomed studentsof all religious traditions and those with no denominational affiliationas full partners in educational enterprise.• Instilling leadership in service. Also central to a Jesuit education is the importancegiven to exposing students to the voices of the underserved, thedisadvantaged and the poor as well as making it possible for students to serveothers and learn from those service experiences.• Promoting justice. This encompassing principle of Jesuit education affirmsthat in educating for justice, we challenge students to use their talents andskills in order to create a better world for generations to come.USF Academic and Community Integrity PledgeAs a student at the University of San Francisco, I pledge to:• Pursue the highest standards of excellence, honesty and integrity in my academicwork• Use university resources to achieve my best academic work• Approach my friends when I am concerned about them• Refer to someone who can help when things seem beyond my limits• Appreciate that we are a diverse community and treat all with respect and dignityFogcutter IntroAs a Jesuit institution, USF is committed to being a community that facilitates the holisticdevelopment of its members.In keeping with this commitment, this Statement of Responsibilities, the Student ConductCode and related policies and procedures have been created to guarantee each student’sfreedom to learn and to protect the fundamental rights of others. The University has establishedstandards, policies and procedures that are necessary to achieve its objectives asa Catholic, Jesuit University. These standards, policies and procedures are inclusive of thelaws of the nation, the state of California, and the local community.7

This commitment encourages the freedom for individual choice and expression withthe expectation that individual members of the community will be honest, demonstraterespect for self, others, the law, and University policies and procedures.All members of the USF community, whether they live on or off-campus, are expected toconduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with the goals, policies and proceduresof the institution. All students are subject to the University Disciplinary process for behavioroccurring on or off campus that is fundamentally incompatible with the University, itscommunity or its educational mission.Key components to persisting, thriving, and finishingYou made it to college! Now what? If you don’t have a plan, it’s time to get yourself organizedand ready to go. The Diversity Resources Manual is organized around one centralquestion: what does it take to help diverse students succeed at USF? The sections are organizedaround what we believe are key components to persisting, thriving and finishing.Know ThyselfIt is important to know the community you are becoming a part of so that youare fully aware of the rich backgrounds, histories, and resources you and all theother members of the community bring together. Diversity is a central characteristicof USF but it is important to know that it’s not just about numbers. Yes,USF is one of the most diverse college campuses in U.S. but our Jesuit traditionmakes us stand out the most. At the Cultural Centers, one of our main goals isto provide a space for you to deeply reflect on your identity and social groupmemberships. Knowing more about yourself and the histories and experiencesof those around you will enable you to know not only where you come from buthow you’re going to do great things in your lifetime.Academic SupportCollege classes are a whole new level of studying and thinking. You’ll need toknow what resources are available to you as you figure out how to kick it up anotch. For some asking for help might mean getting tutoring, getting writinghelp, or finding a study group. For others it might mean getting academic advisingto help you stay on track with your major and minor.Funding Your ExperienceMaking sure the school bills are paid can be another stressful part of college life.Make a financial plan early on so that you don’t find yourself deep in debt by thetime you graduate. Once you receive your financial aid package, it is importantto understand it because you will be committing yourself to financial obligationsthat could include taking loans, finding a work study job, or accepting amerit-based scholarship. Take the time to talk openly and honestly with yourfamily to make sure you understand it all.8

Campus ResourcesNo one makes it through college on their own. The key is finding a balancebetween academics, work and fun. Find your community by exploring the studentorganizations on campus. Learn about the opportunities to work on yourleadership skills. Find support as you begin to learn about your identity. Youalso bring a wealth of knowledge and experience as well! Tap into communitieswhere you’ll be able to learn and give back while having a great time.Community Resources and OpportunitiesAnd what you can’t find on campus, you’ll probably be able to find out in thegreater San Francisco/Bay Area community. USF is, after all, located in oneof the best cities in the world! Go forth and explore the sights, sounds, andcultures that exist in San Francisco neighborhoods. If you’re homesick and wantsome home cooking or if you want to find a great place to get your hair braided,you’ll be able to find it in the City or in nearby communities located in the EastBay.Handling Stress, Transition, CrisisAt some point, your experience at USF will be challenging. Take a moment tolearn about the resources and recognize the signs of crisis and when you are in abad place. Know that you aren’t alone in your struggle and that there are peoplewho care about you both on and off campus.Get ready to graduate!Before you know it, your college years have passed and it’s time to do the walkacross the stage before your proud family and friends. It may be premature buttake the time now to think about what your plan might be for work and howyou’re going to support yourself and family after graduation.Now that you’ve got a sense of some of the things you need to think about, turn the pageand explore!9

Academic SupportOn-Campus Academic SupportServices offered through USF’s Academic Support Services’ various programs can help youmake the most of your time in college. Academic Support staff can point students in theright direction to resolve academic-related issues as well as assist students with study skillsand learning strategies. Some offices that operate in Academic Support Services includethe Learning, Writing Center and First Year Student Services, and the Center for.The Learning and Writing Center offers assistance to all USF students in their academicpursuits. Services are free and include tutoring, writing assistance, individual appointments,group workshops and more.http://www.usfca.edu/lwc/The First Year Student Services office provides support to students, families, and faculty/staff who have questions with anything related to the first year.http://www.usfca.edu/acadsupport/firstyear/The Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA) provides students with compassionateacademic and personal support that promotes holistic student development.CASA is the home that connects students, faculty, and staff with resources for studentsuccess.http://www.usfca.edu/casa/Academic ProgramsA big component of coming to college is exploring your identity and cultural backgroundas well as expanding your understanding of the world around you. Check out these classeswhere some of the most interesting and compelling issues are discussed.African American StudiesDepartment Chair: Stephanie Sears, PhDhttps://www.usfca.edu/catalog/artsci/aas/minor/Gender and Sexualities StudiesDepartment Chair: Sarah Burgess, PhDhttps://www.usfca.edu/catalog/artsci/gss/minor/Asian American and Pacific Islander StudiesDepartment Chair: Evelyn Rodrigues, PhDhttps://www.usfca.edu/catalog/artsci/asam/minor/Latin@/Chica@ StudiesDepartment Chair: Karina Hodoyan, PhDhttps://www.usfca.edu/catalog/artsci/cls/minor/Ethnic StudiesDepartment Chair: Kevin Chun, PhDhttps://www.usfca.edu/catalog/artsci/ethnic/minor/10

Funding Your ExperienceBudgeting BasicsCollege is a time for all kinds of new experiencesaway from home. Oftentimes, this is the firsttime that you will manage a complete personalbudget. This can include paying for tuition,food, and many other things. It is important toplan your spending in order to make sure youdon’t run out of money. Here are few tips fromInvestopedia.com to get your budget started.Work Out Your Available FundsBefore you can set up a budget or spendingplan, you need to know what you have to workwith. You may have incoming funds from manysources such as college savings plans, loans andgrants, scholarships, part time jobs and parents.Write down how much income you expect tohave during each term and, most importantly,the timing of it. This allows you to plan yourspending more effectively. If you have funds thatare not yet certain, like an award you have notyet been granted, leave those funds out of yourbudget so that you don’t spend based on moneythat might never materialize.Plan Out Your SpendingMost of your college spending will be knownupfront. You know how much you have tospend on tuition, books, room and board, andother school costs. Expenses such as groceriesor utilities are not as certain and you will haveto estimate what you will need to spend. If youbuy your own groceries and make your ownmeals, plan on spending at least $50 a week onthe basics like personal grooming and cleaningsupplies. Be sure to budget for extras such asoutings with friends. If you set your budget upto be too restrictive, you are more likely to endup blowing the budget completely. Try to berealistic with your projections.Set Aside Emergency FundsNothing ever goes exactly as planned, especiallywhen it comes to finances. Keep at least a few11Academic Calendar 2012-2013Fall 2012Law Orientation 8/13/12Orientation Begins 8/18/12Law Classes Begin 8/20/12Classes/Late Registration Begins 8/21/12Late Registration Ends/Last Day to Add 8/27/12Labor Day Holiday (No classes) 9/3/12Fall Break (No Classes) 10/8/12 - 10/9/12Last Day to Drop Courses or Withdraw 11/2/12Spring Continuing Student Registration 11/5/12 -11/28/12Thanksgiving Recess 11/23/12 - 11/24/12Law Last Day of Classes 11/28/12Law Final Exam Period 12/3/12 - 12/15/12Last Day of Classes 12/5/12Final Examination Period 12/7/12 - 12/13/12Mid-Year Commencement 12/14/12School of Education and Nursing Teaching Weekends:8/18, 8/24-25, 9/7-8, 9/21-22, 10/5-6, 11/2-3,11/16-17, 11/30-12/1Intersession 2013 (Winter Break)Classes Begin 1/2/13Martin Luther King Day Holiday (Noclasses) 1/21/13Classes/Exams End 1/18/13Spring 2013Law Classes Begin 1/7/13Orientation Begins 1/17/13Classes/Late Registration Begins 1/22/13Late Registration Ends/Last Day to Add 1/25/13Presidents’ Day Holiday (No classes) 2/18/13Law Spring Break 3/4/13 - 3/8/13Spring Break (No Classes) 3/11/13 - 3/15/13Last Day to Drop Courses or Withdraw 4/8/13Fall Continuing Student Registration 4/15/13 -6/21/13Law Last Day of Classes 1st year 4/30/132nd, 3rd, & 4th year 4/24/13Last Day of Classes 5/9/13Final Examination Period 5/11/13 - 5/16/13Commencements 5/16/13 - 5/18/13School of Education and Nursing Teaching Weekends:1/9, 1/25-26, 2/8-9, 2/22-23, ⅜-9, 3/22-23, ⅘-6,4/19-20, 5/3-4Summer 2013Session I (12 week session) 5/20-8/9 M-FSession II (6 week session) 5/20-6/28 M-FSession III (6 week session) 7/1-8/9 M-FSession IV (3 week session) 5/20-6/7 M-FSession V (3 week session) 6/11-6/28 T-FSession VI (3 week session) 7/1-7/19 M-FSession VII (3 week session) 7/23-8/9 T-FLaw Summer Session 6/3/13 - 7/22/13Law Summer Exams 7/24/13 - 7/25/13Memorial Day Holiday (No classes) 5/27 MIndependence Day Holiday (No classes) 7/4 Th

hundred dollars in a savings account in case you have an unexpected expense. Your carcould break down or you may need to buy a textbook you weren’t aware of at the last minute.Keep a cushion for these types of events and you won’t find yourself out of money partway through the term.Track All of Your SpendingBudgeting is only half the battle, but it is useless unless you keep track of what you spendand compare against what you thought you were going to spend. There are several ways todo this, from simply writing it down in a notebook, to setting up a computerized spreadsheet,to buying a program like Quicken. The benefit of using such a program is that youcan enter your budget and automatically download your bank transactions. The programwill also warn you if you are close to overspending in any category.Pay Attention to Your Credit CardMany people obtain their first credit card in college. Credit card companies are oftengenerous with the credit they give students so that they are a customer for life. Credit cardscan be a useful way to build your credit score, which will be important when you beginworking and buy a house or car. Credit cards can also ruin your credit score for severalyears if you do not handle them responsibly. Keep your credit limit low and do not allowthe company to raise it. Pay your balance every month on time. If you must carry a balance,pay at least the minimum required every month and keep your balance less than 30%of your limit.Source: http://www.investopedia.com/financial-edge/0911/Budget-Basics-For-College-Students.aspx#axzz1yBMiq7ADUnderstanding Your Financial AidAll students should apply for financial aid. It isa great opportunity to receive support to passthrough college. Without it, many students wouldbe unable to complete one year at a university,let alone, complete a degree. Your first stop andbest resource for financial aid should be One StopEnrollment and Financial Aid Services. Here youcan receive advice and reach your financial goalsthroughout school.If you would like to see moreinformation from USF, feel free to visittheir financial aid website or visit OneStop at Lone Mountain 251. Additionally,they can be reached at (415)422-2020.http://www.usfca.edu/financialaid/It is important to understand that financial aid can be both an advantage and also achallenge for students to manage and understand. Not only must students focus on thefinancial benefits that come with taking financial aid, but also the responsibilities andobligations that come from borrowing money. The following website has some responsesto frequently asked questions that may clarify the financial aid process: http://www.finaid.org/questions/faq.phtmlUnderstanding What It Means to Take A LoanLoans are much like scholarships and grants in that you are provided money for youreducation. However, the difference is that money from loans must be paid back plus interest.Many student avoid loans because they end up with money owed, plus the interest.12

Check out these websites!www.studentlendinganalystics.typepad.comwww.salliemae.com/planUltimately, this should be the solution if there isno other funding offered to pay for education.USF breaks loans into three categories: 1) studentloans, 2) parent loans, and 3) private loans.The first two, are loans given to the respectiveindividuals from federal sources and privateloans are given through other groups and donot require the FAFSA.On the Career Serviceswebsite you can find a lot ofinformation about on-campusemployment.http://www.usfca.edu/onestop/student_employment/studentsOn-Campus Job OpportunitiesFor many students, a big part of being in college istaking on another job to have supplemental incomeor to help pay for school expenses. There are plenty ofresources offered at USF to make jobs an opportunityto everyone. The office of Career Services offers a softwaretool called DonsCareers, which shows studentspart-time and full-time work on- and off-campus.Their On-Campus Recruiting Program does so similarlyby bringing representatives on-campus to recruit students. Career Services also offersother job posting websites and creates a big network of USF students and alumni. The goalof the office is to provide employment to all students, so utilize them!When asked about places to gain employment, other students at USF cite professors,department directors, LinkedIn, departmental blogs and emails, and the USF Dons jobwebsite.Scholarships and GrantsThere are many internal and external scholarships for USF students to obtain. This is afirst step toward reducing your total tuition. The university provides tuition assistance inthe form of scholarships and grants. Scholarships and grants of note on the USF website(http://tinyurl.com/USFCAGrants-and-Scholarship) are the University Scholars, the USFAcademic Merit Award, USF Tuition Grants and Named Scholarships, Athletics, andROTC. There are many other options out there, which One Stop will be especially helpfulin identifying for you.Tips from other USF students on obtaining Scholarships and Grants include completingthe FAFSA before it is due and in an accurate manner, work to keep your GPA high, andasking around to discover more financial aid opportunities.fastweb.com is a great websiteto discover scholarships!Students cited interest groups as sources for scholarshipsand other funding for their college experience. Somestudents receive regional scholarships, LGBT groups,the Gates foundations, and organizations that give outscholarships to specific ethnic groups exclusively.13

InternshipsCareer Services also helps students find internships. Internships are very valuable tosupport the academic experience with relevant work experience. Just like with on-campusemployment, students can use DonsCareers to seek out internship opportunities in theBay Area. Additionally, the Internship Exchange can be found on the USF Career Servicesweb page, which is a network of other colleges across the country who post their internships.Finally, USF offers a list of internship posting web sites, which would be beneficial toexplore.http://www.usfca.edu/CSC/Students/Find_an_Internship/Other students at USF said that other agencies within the city helped with internshipplacement. Career services, professors, and department directors are popular sources todirect students toward interest areas.Getting a JobThe first thing to do when approaching a job or internship search is to set your goals.Perhaps you are looking for professional experience, to learn new skills, and/or to makemoney. This will help you narrow down what kind of job you are looking for.A job application will often require a cover letter, resume, and references. Be sure to useeach of these to your greatest advantage, by maximing your strengths and resources. Thereare lots of techniques to improve each of these part of your application. Using Career Serviceswill be a good first step to an effective application.When interviewing, it is important to be professional and courteous, while ensuring thatyou articulate why you are an excellent fit for the position. It helps to be very well prepared.Using practice questions to answer and mock interviews will put you in a positionto do well in the actual interview. Additionally, the interview is an opportunity for you tosee if the job is a good fit for you. Come prepared with some questions that will help youdecide if the position is right for you and to show your interest in their organization.It is smart to utilize the school’s resources when looking for a job. Be sure to reach out toUSF Career Services to supplement your search. They can assist with designing your goals,working on application materials, and assist with interview techniques.http://www.usfca.edu/career/14

Campus ResourcesStudent OrganizationsAfrican Student Association (ASA)The African Student Association is a new and upcoming multicultural organization on theUniversity of San Francisco campus. We will uphold cultural and social ties with all peoplesof African descent within the University of San Francisco and its surrounding communitiesby conducting social and cultural events. The African Student Association strivesto promote unity among members and promote social, political, and cultural awarenessof Africans at the University of San Francisco. We aim to provide a setting for discussionof issues pertaining to Africa and stimulate discussion between Africans and Americansconcerning cultural division. We serve to cultivate the diverse community at the Universityof San Francisco.Asian Pacific-Islander American Students Coalition (APASC)Asian Pacific American Student Coalition has been established in order to create an inclusivecommunity for Asian/Pacific Islander American USF students and USF allies, and tobuild a thriving relationship between the USF community and the Asian/Pacific IslanderAmerican community beyond USF. A primary function of this club is to provide a safeforum for students to build community, engage in dialogue, and become informed aboutpolitical or social issues affecting the Asian/Pacific Islander American community.Baile Folklorico de San Pancho (Folklorico Dance Group of Saint Francisco) (Folklorico)The main purpose of this club is to share the Latino culture with the USF communitythrough partnering with other Latino organizations and acting as not only entertainmentbut also education of Latin American culture through our traditional folk danceBlack Student Union (BSU)The core mission is to examine and collaborate through constructive interaction to increasehistorical and cultural awareness of the African Diaspora. Recognizing that pluralismand diversity add value to the university experience and society as a whole, the BSUseeks to educate and involve the university community in the African American experience.Brother Connection (Brother Connection)Brother Connection is an organization on the University of San Francisco’s campus thatfunctions as a supportive network for men of color, however all students are welcomed.Chinese Student and Scholars Association (Chinese Student and Scholars Association)The goals of our organization are: to promote Chinese culture and customs and provideopportunities for people who want to know more about China; to devote ourselves to themulti-cultural school life and get involved in campus activities; to facilitate members’ transitionto their new lives in San Francisco and help them make more friends.15

Culturally Focused Club Council (CFCC)Culturally-Focused Clubs Council (CFCC) is a council of culturally-focused club representativesdesigned for intergroup communication and collaboration. Representativesmeet bi-monthly to participate in leadership development, cultural competency, andally-building training.Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Tau Tau Chapter (DST)Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to provideassistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout theworld. A sisterhood of more than 200,000 predominately African American college women,the Sorority currently has over 900 chapters. Delta Sigma Theta is an equal opportunityorganization, and we welcome all women to apply for membership.Esther Madriz Activists Scholars (Esther Madriz)The purpose of EMAS shall be to bring awareness of social inequalities to the USF studentbody by revealing how choices cause injustices to both our social and natural environment,while creating opportunity for students to engage in their own empowerment.Hawaiian Ensemble at USF (USF Hawaii Ens)The University of San Francisco’s Hawaiian Ensemble is a campus organization dedicatedto promoting and perpetuating Hawaiian cultural traditions through na mele (song), hula(dance), and olelo Hawaii (language). The Hawaiian Ensemble has formed as a way ofspreading awareness of Hawaiian culture to Hawaiians and non-Hawaiians alike therebypreserving the culture we are so proud of.Hui’ O Hawaii (Hui’ O Hawaii)Hui ‘O Hawai’i is a cultural organization that observes and appreciates the Hawaiianculture in efforts to promote the Aloha Spirit and the concept of ‘Ohana (family). Hui OHawaii is a way for both students from Hawaii and elsewhere to come together and familiarizethemselves to a new culture while preserving where we are from.Indian Student Organization (ISO)The Indian Student Organization brings together students from diverse backgrounds andcreates and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe and is welcome. ISO’s mainpurpose is to educate ourselves as well as others on the current events and cultural historyof India. Through events we will be able to reach the greater USF population and spreadawareness.International Student Association (ISA)ISA serves as the voice of international students by promoting cultural education, advocatingfor the USF international student body, providing a social community, creating socialinteraction, and developing educational opportunities for cultural enrichment.Japanese Culture Club (JSA)JSA is a club where people who are interested in Japanese Culture in all formats are welcometo discuss and share ideas as well as having events such as movie nights, karaoke, etc.that is relevant to Japanese Culture.16

Kasamahan at USF (Kasamahan at USF)Kasamahan is the Filipino-American Student Organization of the University of SanFrancisco The general purpose of Kasamahan is to promote the unity and solidarity of thePhilippine American community by creating a campus wide environment that assertivelyaffirms the richness and uniqueness of the many cultural experiences of members and byactively involving educational and pre-professional programs that aid the group in the assessment,development, and actualization of each members human potential and personaltalents. Kasamahan also strives to share, encourage participation, and educate others of theFilipino culture and community issues.Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. (Lambda Theta Nu)To promote and foster Latina leaders through educational and professional development,relationship building, and community involvement. Our intent is to provide our membersexposure to resources for continued growth.Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. (Lambda Theta Phi)Lambda Theta Phi provides the Latino college student the opportunity to be part of a familywith a mission. What is this mission? To cultivate a spirit of brotherhood, to value aneducation, to promote unity among all Latinos, to be proud of and cherish our heritage, toassert roles of leadership, to develop character, to practice chivalry, and to serve mankind.In short, to raise the social and cultural conscience of the Latin male college student.Latin American Student Organization (LASO)LASO is dedicated to increasing Latino/Hispanic cultural awareness throughout the USFcommunity. During the year, we have had different events such as Dia de los Muertos Celebrationand our annual Esther Madriz Celebration dinner. These events, combined withour interaction with other students, faculty, and staff, help to educate the USF communityabout our traditions and contribute to making our campus a rich and culturally diverseenvironment.Latinas Unidas (Latinas Unidas)The purpose of Latinas Unidas shall be to serve as a conduit for the formation of a communityamongst the students and the Latin community of USF. Our primary focus isto provide a network of support for academic and social endeavours. Latinad Unidaspromotes the development of its members through involvement in various social andscholarly events as well as reaches out to the community to help improve the world. Wesupport each others’ academic and personal goals, particularly that of pursuing excellencein higher education. Latinas Unidas also strives to create an atmosphere conducive to personaldevelopment and understanding within a network of peer support. The purpose doesnot contradict the University’s mission or its Catholic, Jesuit character.Muslim Student Association (MSA)We, the Muslim students of University of San Francisco, out of our faith and dedication tothe service of Islam, do hereby proclaim the establishment of the Muslim Student Association,so that collectively we can share in a common set of moral commitments rooted inthe message of Islam; engage in religious, social and community activities; support educationaland intellectual pursuits; and continue to promote the goals of Muslim students ofthe University of San Francisco, and thus serve our faith as best we can.17

PANAH (PANAH)PANAH is a student-based organization that unites Indonesian students at the Universityof San Francisco while at the same time strives to promote networking between Indonesianstudents, exhibiting the cultural richness of Indonesia and develop a lively communityof Indonesian students on campus.Queer Alliance (Queer Alliance)Queer Alliance is a student organization that strives to create an inclusive and affirmingspace for all members of USF’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer,intersex and ally (LGBTQQIA) community to support each other and continue to growthrough higher education. By raising awareness of issues such as homophobia, sexism,racism, transphobia, biphobia, classism, and ableism, Queer Alliance will strive to developsafe spaces where any individual will be free from harassment, discrimination, isolation,violence, or judgment. Through workshops, discussions, outreach, campus activism, andother public events, Queer Alliance aims to build a community of allyship and affirmation.Sister Connection (Sis Connection)Addresses the needs of women of color on the USF campus through meetings, socialprograms and community service. The goals are to inspire, empower and connect with thewomen on campus and beyond.Union Salvadorena de Estudiantes Universitarios (U.S.E.U.)USEU de USF was founded on the guiding principle of political and cultural education asa tool to build community among Salvadoran students and strengthen networks that serveSalvadorans around the Bay Area, California and El Salvador. The Jesuit University of SanFrancisco is the first private institution to establish an USEU Chapter. The USF chapteralso established a dance group, which expressed the roots of their Salvadoran heritagethrough the renown ballet folkloric and performed at such events as the 2nd AnnualUSEU Conference at U.C. Berkeley, Paradigms of a New Consciousness: (Re)Defining theSalvadoran Diaspora in the 21st Century. USEU de USF continues to work for the bettermentof the USEU body and looks forward to continuing our contribution to our community.Viva Brasil (Viva Brasil)The purpose of this club is to have a free space to speak Portuguese and experience Brazilianculture. We want to build a community to promote and disseminate Brazilian culturehere at USF and in the city. Anyone can come to learn about Brazilian culture. We wantto create an exchange community to learn from one another to strengthen ties and createnew friendships. We want to promote the importance of Brazil in Latin America and itsimportance in an ever globalizing world. In a globalizing world it is important to learnabout other cultures and how it affects us. The emerging importance of Brazil as a growingeconomic and political power is important in this day and age. We want to bring awarenessof the contributions Brazil has made to the global economy and culture. We want to promoteUSF values by organizing community work within different Brazilian communitiesaround the area. This purpose does not contradict the University’s mission or its Catholic,Jesuit character.18

Other Campus ResourcesIn addition to student organizations, USF offers other resources on campus that can beinstrumental in transitioning to college life. Students are encouraged to stay active on campusand continuously build their network to strengthen their academic, leadership, andsocial skills. The following on-campus resources are available to all students:ASUSF SenateUC 4th Floorhttp://www.usfca.edu/asusf/Center for Academic and Student Achievement(CASA)UC 3rd Floor(415) 422-5050http://www.usfca.edu/casahttps://www.facebook.com/USanFranciscoCASACenter for Global EducationUC 5th Floor(415) 422-6648studyabroad@usfca.eduhttp://www.usfca.edu/studyabroad/Counseling and Psychological Services(CAPS)Gilson Hall – LLwww.usfca.edu/capsFoghorn (Student Newspaper)UC 4th FloorGreek CouncilUC 4th Floorhttp://www.usfca.edu/clubsorgs/greeklife/council/International Student and Scholar ServicesUC 5th Floorhttp://www.usfca.edu/isss/Koret CenterCorner of Turk and Parkerhttps://www.facebook.com/usfkoretLearning & Writing CenterContacts: Kim Harris and Kim RutledgeCowell 215http://www.usfca.edu/Academic_Support/Learning_and_Writing_CenterPeer Advising TeamUC 4th Floorhttp://www.usfca.edu/sle/peer_advising/Student Disability ServicesGleason LL 20www.usfca.edu/sdsStudent Housing and Residential Education(SHARE)UC 5th Floorhttp://www.usfca.edu/residence_life/Student Leadership & EngagementUC 4th Floorhttp://www.usfca.edu/sle/Undergraduate AdmissionsLM 203http://www.usfca.edu/undergraduate/USFTVUC 4th Floor19

Supporting the LGBTQ community on campusGender and Sexual IdentityAs you begin to find support on campus by accessing the resources available to you, youcan also be a source of support for someone else. Each individual experiences a process ofreflection and discovering personal identity during college. In the process, you and othersmay begin to learn more about yourselves and some may even realize that you are attractedto the same sex. Sexuality and gender identity are critical aspects of each of our personalidentity.Am I Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, or Questioning?To question and become aware of your sexual identity is no easy task. Thereare times that this process with be exciting, frightening, and many times both. Onething to remember is that many people went through/and or still going through thissame process. Know that being honest about your sexual and/or gender identity is amajor step to living as an authentic person.Coming Out ResourcesFor students who are struggling with sexual identity, there is usually a lot of anxietyaround the phrase “coming out”. However, there are different types and levels of comingout. You might find yourself comfortable with one level of coming out, while someone elsemight be at another. No two people are identical in this process. It is important to takeyour time and be patient not only with the people around you, but with yourself. Manypeople do not realize that someone realizing the LGB identity is not only a coming out toself but also about overcoming negative values and beliefs relating to same sex attractionor gender identity issues, and overcoming the fear of how other people will react to thisinformation.Coming Out to HeterosexualsDo not disregard your heterosexual peers as a means of support. Many peoplethat do not identify as LGB can be someone who walks with you during yourjourney. However, you may have a large amount of anxiety around coming out toyour heterosexual peers. Some of your heterosexual peers will be:• Initially shocked or confused• May need some time to adjust to you identifying as LGB• Some of these people may reject you initially, but may comearound in their own time• Some of these people will surprise you with theiroverwhelming love and acceptance.It is important to recognize that coming out publicly may not be right foreveryone. Everyone has different needs to meet and obstacles to overcome. It isimportant to not judge someone on their decision to or not to come out. Somepeople may decide to be fully out, while others keep their personal and professionallives separate. It is important to find a place where you are fulfilled and beingauthentic to yourself.20

Coming out can become a more positive experience when you are secure in youridentity and how you want to live your life as a LGB person. Take the necessarytime to think about your identity and what steps are right for you. Think aboutthe different scenarios that could come up during your coming out journey. Be knowledgeableabout university policies that protect and support LGB students, know about universityservices for LGB students, and speak with a counselor at CAPS about the coming outprocess.Coming Out to Other Lesbian, Gay or Bisexual (LGB) PeopleOften, after reflecting and discovering your personal identity, many people decideto come out to others. It is usually suggested to first come out to people that aremost likely to be supportive. These people will become your network of supportduring the duration of your coming out process. Other LGB people can serve as an empatheticand stable support. Coming out is something that each individual has to do at theirown pace. There is no need to rush this process. You are becoming a member of the LGBcommunity and that does not mean you have to conform to a particular way of being.The point of coming out is to live openly and honestly and integrating your sexualorientation/gender identity with all of the other wonderful aspects of your person.Supporting Transgender IndividualsFor transgender individuals, gender identity issues can be equally as complicated as a lesbianor gay man’s experience with coming out because of a broader lack of understandingabout transexuality. While confronting issues about sexuality may be a part of the processof exploring gender identity for transexual individuals,sexual behaviors and sexuality does not necessarilyrelate to a person’s gender identity. Transgender peoplehave varied sexualities including being heterosexual,bisexual, lesbian, and gay. Gender identity relates to aperson’s sense of identity as a male or female, not theirsexual practice.There is a Gender Neutral Bathroomon the UC 4th floor rightacross from UC 413!Allies Workshops(Offered every semester for students, staff, and faculty)For more info: Gender & Sexuality CenterUniversity Center, UC412415-422-4431gsc@usfca.eduusfca.edu/gscThe Gender & Sexuality Center offers LGBTQ Allies Workshops where participants have asupportive space to learn more about the issues faced by the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,queer, questioning, intersex and their allies (LGBTQQIA) community. Participantsdevelop skills to confront homophobia and learn about the LGBTQQIA resources at USFand in the community.21

LGBTQIA CommunityResourcesGLBT Historical Society:www.glbthistory.orgHistory About The Castro:www.webcastro.comLGBT Bookstore Online:www.adlbook.comLGBT News in the San FranciscoChronicle:http://www.sfgate.com/gay/queersf/LGBTQ Talk Radio Online:http://tunein.com/radio/Gay-g240/List of LGBTQ Resources in SanFrancisco:www.bettyslist.comList of Queer Events in San Francisco:www.sfqueer.comThe Queer Cultural Center SupportingQueer Artists:www.queerculturalcenter.orgResources on Queer Comedy in theBay Area:www.qcomdey.comSan Francisco LGBTQ CommunityCenter:www.sfcenter.orgSan Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus:www.sfgmc.orgSan Francisco Lesbian/Gay FreedomBand:http://sflgfb.townalive.com/San Francisco International LGBTFilm Festival:www.frameline.orgTransgendered Events/Mixers/News/Resources:www.tgsf.orgFree and Anonymous HIV Testing:www.sfaf.orgSearch for LGBTQ Friendly Doctors:http://www.glma.org/index.cfm?nodeid=1Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)Gillson Hall, Lower Level415-422-6352usfca.edu/capsCounseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) seeks toassist students in developing greater self-understandingand help resolve problems that interfere with their optimalpersonal functioning. It is normal to experience adjustmentproblems, especially during periods of transition. ConsultationServices are available to students, faculty, familymembers, roommates, friends and staff when they haveconcernsabout the psychological well-being of a fellow student,family member, friend, or colleague.LGBTQ Staff and Faculty CaucusMouwafac Sidaoui, President sidaoui@usfca.eduThe LGBTQ Caucus is composed of lesbian, gay, bisexual,transgendered, queer, and allied and straight USF facultyand staff. The mission of the organization is to promoteLGBTQ scholarship, community, and social justice. TheCaucus’ activities are grounded in the Jesuit and worldreligions traditions of respect for the dignity of every personand the use of reasoned discourse toward the pursuit oftruth.Queer Allianceusfqueeralliance@gmail.comQueer Alliance is a student organization where membersdiscuss issues that face the community and plan on-campusevents (e.g., socials, panel discussions, awareness programs,outreach events).Coming Out: Realizing Bisexualityin a Straight World:http://www.lunamorena.net/pride/?page=mainGay/Lesbian Issues – Coming OutStories Galleryhttp://www.rslevinson.com/gaylesissues/comingoutstories/blcoming.htmIf you are in crisis or thinking about suicide you deserveimmediate support.Please call The Trevor Lifeline: 1-866-488-7386 or useTrevor Chat at www.thetrevorproject.org22

Community Resources and OpportunitiesSan Francisco CommunitiesUSF is situated in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. Explore the various communitiesthat contribute to the richness of San Francisco.Alamo Square: 1 mileBus #21 westbound to the corner of Hayes and PierceStreets, Bus #21 also continues on to Golden Gate Park(Eighth Avenue and Fulton Street).AT&T Park: 4.3 milesBuses #10, #30, #45, #47 and the Muni Metro “N” lineprovide service to the ballpark.Distance From USFTenderloin (Civic Center) 2.2 milesJapantown 1.8 milesChinatown 3.8 milesMission 3.2 milesWestern Addition 1.5 milesBayview-Hunters Point 7.3 milesLittle Saigon (Civic Center) 2.2 milesCable Car Barn: 3.2 milesBoard any cable car on Powell Street to Washington and Mason Street.Castro: 2.1 milesMuni metro underground “K”, “L” or “M” outbound to the Castro Street Station or thehistoric F line on Market to Castro and Market Street.23

Chinatown: 3.8 milesWalk two blocks east on Market Street to Grant Avenue. Walk north on Grant Avenue toChinatown Gateway at Bush Street.Points of Interest:Chinese Historical Society of America - 965 Clay St.Chinese Cultural Center- 750 Kearny St., Third FloorCivic Center: (City Hall, Opera House, Davies Symphony Hall, Asian Art Museum, MainLibrary and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium) 2.2 milesBus #5 or #21 westbound on Market Street or Muni Metro underground to Civic CenterStation.Points of Interest:San Francisco Performing Arts and Library Museum- 401 Van Ness., Fourth FloorCliff House/Seal Rocks: 4.1 milesBus #38 or #38L on Geary Street to the end of the line at 48th Avenue and Point LobosAvenue. Walk down Point Lobos Avenue.Coit Tower/Telegraph Hill: (North Beach) 4.3 milesBus #30 or #45 from Kearny and Market to Union Street (Washington Square): transferto bus #39 at Union Street and Columbus Avenue to Coit Tower. Bus #39 continues ontoFisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39.Exploratorium/Palace of Fine Arts/Marina Green: 2.6 milesBus #30 from Kearny and Market Streets to the end of the line.Ferry Building/Embarcadero Center: 3.7 milesHistoric “F” line on Market to the Ferry Building or Muni Metro inbound to EmbarcaderoStation.Fisherman’s Wharf: (Pier 39/The Cannery at Del Monte Square/Ghirardelli Square/Pier 4/Aquatic Park/The Anchorage/National Maritime Museum/Municipal Pier) 4.4 milesPowell-Hyde or Powell-Mason cable car from Powell and Market Street: by the historic “F”line heading inbound on Market or by bus from Kearny and Market, #30 to North PointStreet.Fort Mason: 3.1 milesBus #30 from Kearny and Market to Chestnut and Laguna Streets. Walk north on LagunaStreet or transfer to bus #28. To reach the Youth Hostel, get off at Van Ness Avenue andNorth Point Street. Walk west on Bay Street, then turn right into Fort Mason.Points of Interest:Mexican Museum-Bldg. DCrissy FieldsGolden Gate Bridge/Fort Point: 4 milesMuni: Bus #38 on Geary Street to Park Presidio Blvd. Transfer to Bus #28 (northbound).Golden Gate Transit: Bus #10 (from 7th Street and Market Street) also stops near the VistaPoint on the other side of the bridge and continues on to Sausalito.24

Golden Gate Park: 1.5 milesJapanese Tea Garden, San Francisco Botanical Garden, deYoung Museum, or Music Concourse-Take a westbound bus #5 or #21 on Market Street to Fulton and Eighth Avenue.Walk into the park or take Muni Metro “N” underground outbound to Irving Street andNinth Avenue. Walk north on Ninth Avenue.Conservatory of Flowers- Take bus #5 or #21 to Fulton and Arguello.Haight Ashbury: 1 mileBus #6 or #71 from the bus islands in the middle of Market Street to Haight Street andMasonic Avenue.Japan Center/Japantown: 1.8 milesBus #2 or #3 on Sutter to Buchanan Street or bus #38 or 38L on Geary to Laguna.Legion of Honor/Lincoln Park: 3.3 milesBus #38 or #38L on Geary Street to 33rd Avenue. Walk north on 34th Avenue to parkentrance (short walk) or transfer to northbound bus #18 on 33rd Avenue to the end of theline.Lombard Street/Russian Hill: 3.4 milesPowell-Hyde cable car from Powell Street to Lombard Street or bus #45 from Kearny andMarket to Union and Hyde. Walk north on Hyde to Lombard.Mission District/Mission Dolores: 3.2 milesMuni: Bus #14 westbound on Mission Street to 16th Street or beyond.Bart: Daly City or Colma train to 16th or 24th Street.Mission Dolores- Muni metro “J” to Church and 16th. Walk one block east on 16th Street.Candlestick Park: 8.2 milesBus #9X Ballpark Express from Fourth Street and Market Street. Service begins 2 ½-3hours before game time. Call (415) 673-6864 for schedules.Moscone Center: 3.3 milesWalk one block east on Market to Fourth Street. Walk south on Fourth Street two blocks toHoward Street.Points of Interest:The Society of California Pioneers- 300 Fourth StreetAMC Loews Theatre ( In Metreon Mall) - 101 Fourth StreetMuseum of Craft and Folk Art- 51 Yerba Buena LaneMuseum of Modern Art/Center for the Arts/Yerba Buena Gardens: 3.3 milesWalk two blocks east on Market to Third Street. Walk south on Third Street 1 ½ blocks.Points of Interest:California Historical Society- 678 Mission StreetCartoon Art Museum- 655 Mission StreetZeum- 221 Fourth StreetMuseum of the African Diaspora- 685 Mission StreetContemporary Jewish Museum- 736 Mission Street25

Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)- 151 Third StreetCentury Theatre (Westfield San Francisco Centre)- 865 Market StreetNob Hill/Grace Cathedral/Nob Hill Masonic Center: 2.8 milesAny cable car on Powell Street to California Street or bus #30 or #45 from Kearny andMarket to Sacramento Street. Transfer to bus #1 to top of Nob Hill.Ocean Beach: 4.4 milesBus #5 or #31 on Market Street to the end of the line and Muni Metro “N” line.Points of Interest:Cliff HouseTwin Peaks: 2.3 milesMuni Metro underground “K”, “L” or “M” to Forest Hill Station. Across the street fromthe station, take bus #36. Get off at Marview and Panorama Drive. Walk up Marview toFarview. Turn right on unmarked footpath and walk to the overlook.Union Street: 2.5 milesBus #45 from Kearny and Market Streets to Octavia Street and beyond.Zoo: 6.1 milesMuni Metro “L” outbound to the end of the line.Health and WellnessInstitute for Health and Healing2300 California Street, San Francisco, CA94115(415) 600-4325http://www.cpmc.org/ihh[1.7 miles from USF on California andWebster in Pacific Heights]Koret Health and Recreation Center2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA94117(415) 422-6821www.stmarysmedicalcenter.org[West edge of campus]Magnet (Free and anonymous HIV testing)4122 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114(415) 581-1600magnetsf.org[1.8 miles from USF on 18th and Castro inthe Castro District]San Francisco Community Acupuncture220 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA94103(415) 675-8973http://www.missionsfca.com[2.4 miles from USF in the Mission District]San Francisco Women Against Rape (SFWAR)3543 18th Street, #7 San Francisco, CA94110(415) 861-2024sfwar.org[2.4 miles from USF in the Mission District]St. Mary’s Medical Center450 Stanyan Street, San Francisco, CA94117(415) 668-1000www.usfca.edu/koret/[Off the southwest corner of campus]26

Market and GroceryArguello Market782 Arguello Boulevard, San Francisco, CA94118(415) 751-5121[0.5 miles from USF to Arguello andCabrillo in the Richmond District]Costco450 10th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103(415) 626-4388[2.8 miles from USF to 10th and Harrison,South of Market]Divisadero Health Haven621 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 351-1267[1.2 miles from USF to Divisadero andGrove in the Western Addition/NOPA]Green Earth Natural Foods860 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 922-6418[1.1 miles from USF to Divisadero andFulton in the Western Addition/NOPA]First Korean Market4625 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 221-2565[1.5 miles from USF to Geary and 10th Avein the Inner Richmond District]Jai Ho Indian Grocery Store1462 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115[2.0 miles from USF to Fillmore and Byingtonin the Western Addition/NOPA]Luckys1750 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA94117(415) 409-4518[Southwestern corner of campus on Masonicand Fulton]Richmond New May Wah Supermarket (forAsian Groceries)707-719 Clement St, San Francisco, CA94118(415) 221-9826[0.8 miles from USF to Clement and 8th Stin the Inner Richmond District]Safeway735 7th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 683-4070[0.8 miles from USF to Fulton and 7th Ave,Richmond District]Super Tokio (Japanese groceries)251 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118[0.6 miles from USF on Clement and 3rd inthe Inner Richmond District]T&L Market (for Asian Groceries)339 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 668-2166[0.7 miles from USF on Clement and 4th inthe Inner Richmond District]Trader Joe’s3 Masonic Avenue, San Francisco, CA94118(415) 346-9964[0.5 miles from USF to Masonic and Geary,Richmond District]Whole Foods690 Stanyan Avenue, San Francisco, CA94117(415) 876-6740[0.5. miles from USF to Stanyan and HaightSt., Haight]Woo Ri Food Market (Korean groceries)1528 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115(415) 673-9888[1.5 miles from USF on Geary and Fillmorein the Western Addition/NOPA]27

Places of WorshipThe Anglican Church of St. Savior

Metropolitan Community Church (MCC) ofSan Francisco

Places to Beautify/GroomAfrican Beauty Supply and Salon845 Divisadero St San Francisco, CA 94115(415) 931-1422[1 mile from USF on Divisadero and McAllisterin Western Addition]Bladerunners1792 Haight St San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 751-1723http://bladerunnerstudio.com[.8 mile from USF on Haight and Shraderin the Haight]Glow Hand and Foot Spa1780 Fulton St San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 674-9952http://www.sfglowspa.com[.6 mile from USF on Fulton between Masonicand Central in Western Addition]Great Clips1770 Fulton St San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 923-0104[.6 mile from USF on Fulton between Masonicand Central in Western Addition]Great Cuts on Geary2733 Geary Blvd San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 921-5018[.6 mile from USF on Geary between Woodand Emerson in Laurel Heights]Natural Salon1518 Fulton St San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 674-7789[.8 mile from USF on Fulton and Baker inWestern Addition]Oxenrose448 Grove St San Francisco, CA 94102(415) 252-9723http://www.oxenrosesalon.com[2 miles from USF on Grove betweenGough and Octavia in Hayes Valley]The Plum Organic Beauty1921 Hayes St San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 640-1214http://plumorganicbeauty.com/[.6 mile from USF on Hayes and Ashburyin the Haight]Sally’s Beauty2675 Geary Blvd San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 346-9012[.8 mile from USF on Geary and Presidio inLaurel Heights]Style-O-Rama Barber Shop1918 Hayes St San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 666-0203[.6 mile from USF on Hayes and Ashburyin the Haight]Westside Cuts & Style1019 Divisadero St San Francisco, CA94115(415) 673-8667[1 mile from USF on Divisadero and Turkin Western Addition]30

Home CookingBurmeseB Star Bar127 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 933-9900http://www.bstarbar.com[1.0 miles from USF on 2nd Ave and Clementin the Inner Richmond District]ChineseAndy’s Restaurant1358 9th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122(415) 661-1803www.andysrestaurantsf.com[1.4 miles from USF on Irving and 9th inthe Sunset District]Chef Jia’s Restaurant925 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA 94133(415) 398-1626[3.5 miles from USF on Kearny and Jacksonin Chinatown]Comfort FoodEddie’s Cafe800 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA94117(415) 563-9780[0.8 miles from USF on Divisadero andFulton in the Western Addition]Gussie’s Chicken and Waffle1521 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA 94115(415) 409-2529www.gussieschickenandwafflesdelivery.com[1.3 miles from USF on Fillmore and Eddyin the Western Addition]Hard Knox Cafe2448 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121(415) 752-3770http://www.hardknoxcafe.com[2.5 miles from USF on Clement and 25thAve in the Outer Richmond District]Mel’s Diner3355 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco, CA94118(415) 387-2255www.melsdrive-in.com[0.5 miles from USF on Geary and CommonwealthAve in the Richmond District]Sneaky’s BBQ1760 Market Street, San Francisco, CA94110(415) 431-4200http://www.sneakysbbq.blogspot.com[2.0 miles from USF on Market and Goughin SOMA]EthiopianAssab Eritrean Restaurant2845 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 441-7083[0.2 miles from USF on Geary and Collinsin the Western Addition/NOPA]Dim SumGood Luck Dim Sum736 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA94118(415) 386-3388[1.2 miles from USF on Clement and 8thAve in the Inner Richmond District]FilipinoHouse of Sisig2408 Junipero Serra Boulevard, Daly City,CA 94015(650) 755-0288www.houseofsisig.net[7.2 miles from USF on Junipero Serra and87th St]31

IndianDosa on Fillmore1700 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115(415) 441-3672http://dosasf.com/fillmore_home.htm[1.5 miles from USF on Fillmore and Postin Japantown]Masala Indian Cuisine1220 9th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122(415) 566-6976www.masalasf.com[1.3 miles from USF on Lincoln and 9thAvenue in the Sunset District]Udupi Palace (Vegan)1007 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA94110(415) 970-8000www.udupipalaceonvalencia.com[3.0 miles from USF on Valencia and 21stSt in the Mission District]Latin AmericanEl Zocalo3230 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110(415) 282-2572[4.0 miles from USF on Golden Gate Aveand Mission in the Mission District]JapaneseSushi Bistro431 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 933-7100http://sushibistro.com[0.8 miles from USF on Balboa and 5th Avein the Inner Richmond District]Volcano Curry5454 Geary BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94121(415) 752-7671http://www.volcanocurry.com[1.9 miles from USF on Geary and 18th Avein the Outer Richmond District]KoreanBrothers Restaurant4128 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 387-7991[0.5 miles from USF on Geary and 5th Avein the Inner Richmond District]Middle Eastern/MediterreneanLayaly2435 Clement StSan Francisco, CA 94121(415) 668-1676http://layalysf.com2.3 miles from USF on Clement and 25thAve in the Outer Richmond District]MexicanGordo Taqueria2252 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121(415) 387-4484http://www.gordotaqueria.com[2.2 miles from USF on Clement and 23rdAve in the Outer Richmond District]La Taqueria Mission2889 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110(415) 285-7117[3.5 miles from USF on Mission and 25th Stin the Mission District]Papalote Mexican Grill1777 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 776-0106http://www.papalote-sf.com[On the southwest corner of USF campuson Masonic and Fulton]PizzaPizza Orgasmica823 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 386-6000http://www.pizzaorgasmica.com/[1.5 miles from USF on Clement and 9thAve in the Inner Richmond District]32

SandwichesArguello Supermarket782 Arguello Blvd, San Francisco, CA94118(415) 751-5121[0.4 miles from USF on Cabrillo and Arguelloin the Inner Richmond District]Ike’s Place3489 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94114(415) 553-6888http://www.ilikeikesplace.com[2.0 miles from USF on Sanchez and 16thSt in the Castro District]SenegaleseBissap Baobab3372 19th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110(415) 826-9287http://www.bissapbaobab.com[3.0 miles from USF on 19th St and Missionin the Mission District]USF Residence Halls(Typically will offer cooking supplies toresidents)ThaiMarnee Thai1243 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112(415) 731-9999http://www.marneethaisf.com[2.9 miles from USF on 9th and LincolnWay in the Sunset District]Thai Time315 8th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 831-3663More info here: http://www.yelp.com/biz/thai-time-restaurant-san-francisco[1.2 miles from USF on Clement and 8thAve in the Inner Richmond District]VeganHerbivore531 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 885-7133http://www.herbivorerestaurant.com[0.8 miles from USF on Divisadero andHayes in the Western Addition/NOPA]Vietnamese FoodCafe Bunn Mi417 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 668-8908[1.2 miles from USF on Clement and 5thAve in the Inner Richmond District]Little Vietnam Cafe309 6th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 876-0283[1.3 miles from USF on 6th Ave and Clementin the Inner Richmond District]Museums and Community CentersAsian Art Museum200 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102(415) 581-3500www.asianart.org[2.1 miles from USF on Fulton and Larkin,Downtown]California Academy of Sciences55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco,CA 94118(415) 379-800033www.calacademy.org[1.0 miles from USF in Golden Gate Park]Conservatory of Flowers100 John F Kennedy Drive, San Francisco,CA 94118(415) 831-2090www.conservatoryofflowers.org[0.6 miles from USF in Golden Gate Park]

Bay Area Ethnic and CulturalFestivals and EventsJanuaryTet Nguyen Dan – Vietnamese Lunar NewYearLarkin St & Eddy St San Francisco, CA94109[1.25 miles from USF on Larkin andEddy in Little Saigon]FebruaryChinese New YearMarket St @ 2nd San Francisco, CA94105http://www.chineseparade.com/[4 miles from USF on Market and 2ndDowntown]MarchSan Francisco International Asian AmericanFilm FestivalVarious Venues San Francisco, CAhttp://festival.caamedia.org/30/AprilCherry Blossom Festival1759 Sutter St San Francisco, CA 94115http://nccbf.org/[1.5 miles from USF on Sutter and Lagunain Japantown]International Lao New Year FestivalUN Plaza San Francisco, CA 94102http://www.laonewyear.com/[2.5 miles from USF on Market andHyde in Civic Center]MayCarnavalHarrison Street San Francisco, CA 94103http://sfcarnaval.org/[5 miles from USF on Harrison between16th and 23th in the Mission District]Ethnic Dance FestivalFort Mason, Yerba Buena Center, MuseumsSan Francisco, CAhttp://www.worldartswest.org/main/home.aspSan Francisco Cinco De Mayo FestivalDolores St San Francisco, CA 94110http://www.sfcincodemayo.com/[3 miles from USF on Dolores and 18thin the Castro]JuneFillmore Jazz FestivalFillmore St San Francisco, CA 94115http://www.fillmorejazzfestival.com/[1.5 miles from USF on Fillmore betweenJackson and Eddy in the Fillmore]San Francisco Black Film FestivalVarious Venues San Francisco, CAhttp://www.sfbff.org/Contemporary Jewish Museum736 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103(415) 655-7800[3.1 miles from USF between 3rd and 4th Streets]De Young Musuem50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco, CA94118(415) 750-3600www.famsf.org[1.0 miles from USF in Golden Gate Park]Exploratorium3601 Lyon Street, San Francisco, CA 94123(415) 563-7337www.exploratorium.edu[2.5 miles from USF on the border of the Presidioand the Marina]Galeria de la Raza2857 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110(415) 826-8009www.galeriadelaraza.org[3.8 miles from USF on 24th St and Bryant in theMission]Moad-Museum of African Diaspora685 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105(415) 358-7200www.moadsf.org[3.1 miles from USF on 3rd St and Mission St.,South of Market]San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SF MoMA)151 3rd Street, San Franicsco, CA 94103(415) 357-4000www.sfmoma.org[3.1 miles from USF on 3rd St. and Howard, Southof Market]Yerba Buena Gardens750 Harward Street, San Francisco, CA 94044(415) 820-3550www.yerbabuenagardens.com[3.1 miles from USF on 4th and Howard St., Southof Market]34

San Francisco Juneteenth FestivalFillmore St San Francisco, CA 94115http://www.sfjuneteenth.org/[1.5 miles from USF on Eddy and Gearyin the Fillmore]SF PrideMcAllister St San Francisco, CA 94102http://www.sfpride.org/[2.2 miles from USF on McAllister andLarkin in Civic Center]JulyFestival de Comida PeruanaMcAllister St San Francisco, CA 94102http://festivaldecomidaperuana.com/[2.2 miles from USF on McAllister andLarkin in Civic Center]Festival of the ChariotsJohn F. Kennedy Dr San Francisco, CA94118http://www.sfkrishna.org/[1.6 miles from USF on JFK and Transversein Golden Gate Park]AugustAloha FestivalSan Mateo Fairgrounds1346 Saratoga Drive San Mateo, CA94403http://www.pica-org.org/AlohaFest/index.html[50 miles from USF on Saratoga andLafayette]Art & Soul FestivalDowntown Oakland12th St Oakland, CA 94612http://www.artandsouloakland.com/[15 miles from USF on 12th and Broadway]J-POP Summit FestivalPost St San Francisco, CA 94115http://www.j-pop.com/2012/[1.2 miles from USF on Post betweenWebster and Laguna in Japantown]Korean Cultural FestivalGeary St San Francisco, CA 94102[3.4 miles from USF on Geary and Powellin Union Square]Nihonmachi Street FairPost St San Francisco, cA 94115http://www.nihonmachistreetfair.org/[1.2 miles from USF on Post betweenFillmore and Laguna in Japantown]Pistahan Parade & FestivalYerba Buena GardensMission St. San Francisco, CA 94044http://www.pistahan.net/[4 miles from USF on Mission and HowardDowntown]21 & Under Places826 Valencia826 Valencia St San Francisco, CA 94110(415) 642-5905http://826valencia.org/about/contact/[3 miles from USF on Valencia and 19th in TheMission District]City Nights715 Harrison St San Francisco, CA 94107(415) 339-8686www.sfclubs.comThe Crib715 Harrison St San Francisco, CA 94107(415) 339-8686http://www.thecribsf.com/[4 miles from USF on Harrison and 3rd in SOMA]Family Billiards2807 Geary Blvd San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 931-1115www.familybilliards-sf.com[.8 mile from USF on Geary and Wood in LaurelHeights]House of Air(415) 345-9675926 Mason St San Francisco, CA 94129www.houseofair.com[3.2 miles from USF on Mason at Crissy Field inThe Marina District]Lucky Strike200 King St San Francisco, CA 94107(415) 400-8260http://www.bowlluckystrike.com[4.5 miles from USF on King and 3rd in ChinaBasin]Kabuki Sundance Theatre1881 Post St San Francisco, CA 94115(415) 346-3243https://www.sundancecinemas.com/[1.5 miles from USF on Post and Fillmore in theFillmore District]35

San Francisco Son Jarocho FestivalBrava Theatre2781 24th St San Francisco, CA 94110https://www.facebook.com/SFSJF[4.3 miles from USF to 24th and York inthe Mission District]SeptemberCine+Mas SF – Latino Film FestivalVarious Venues San Francisco, CAhttp://www.sflatinofilmfestival.com/Indonesia Day333 Post St San Francisco, CA 94102http://www.indodaysf.com/[3 miles from USF on Post and Stocktonin Union Square]San Francisco International Arts FestivalVarious Venueshttp://www.sfiaf.org/San Francisco International South AsianFilm FestivalVarious Venues San Francisco, CAhttp://www.thirdi.org/festival/San Francisco International Dragon BoatFestivalTreasure Island San Francisco, CAhttp://www.sfdragonboat.com/[8 miles from USF]OctoberArab Cultural FestivalGeary St San Francisco, CA 94102http://arabculturalcenter.org/index.php/events?task=view_event&event_id=3[3.4 miles from USF on Geary and Powellin Union Square]Dia de Los Muertos San FranciscoBryant St San Francisco, CA 94110http://www.dayofthedeadsf.org/[4 miles from USF to Bryant and 22ndin the Mission District]Diwali Festival of LightsCupertino Memorial Park21267 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino,CA 95014[45 miles from USF to Stevens Creekand Mary]NovemberAmerican Indian Film FestivalPalace of Fine Arts3301 Lyons St San Francisco, CA 94123http://americanindianfilminstitute.com/[2.5 miles from USF to Lyons and Bay inthe Marina District]Playground1705 Buchanan St San Francisco, CA 94115(415) 929-1471http://www.playgroundsf.com/[1.5 Miles from USF on Buchanan and Post inJapantown]Sheba Piano Lounge1419 Fillmore St San Francisco, CA 94115(415) 440-7414www.shebapianolounge.com[1.3 miles from USF on Fillmore and O’Farrell inWestern Addition]Volunteer OpportunitiesThe city of San Francisco has many opportunitiesfor service in the community. Below is a list ofvolunteer opportunities within the city. If you areinterested in looking for more opportunities inthe area, feel free to go to this website: http://www.volunteerinfo.org/.Food ServingRussian American Community Services300 Anza Street, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 387-5336http://racssf.org/[Northeastern corner of campus]Martin de Porres House of Hospitality225 Potrero Avenue San Francisco, CA 94103(check website for times and dates. Must call(415) 552-0240 to set up a shift)http://www.martindeporres.org/[3.7 miles from USF on Potrero and 15th St atPotrero Hill]San Francisco Food Bank900 Pennsylvania Ave San Francisco, CA 94107(Must visit website to sign up and schedule timeto volunteer)(415) 282-1900http://www.sffoodbank.org/[5.8 miles from USF at Pennsylvania and 23rd Stat Potrero Hill]36

Mentorship/Tutor/YouthBoys and Girls Club of San Francisco1950 Page Street, San Francisco, CA 94117(415) 221-6100www.bgcp.org[1.0 miles from USF at Page and Haight inthe Haight District]Huckleberry Youth Programs3310 Geary Blvd. San Francisco, CA 94118(Tutor/Mentor)(415) 437-2500http://www.huckleberryyouth.org/volunteeropportunity.html[0.5 miles from campus at Geary and Parkerin the Inner Richmond]Community Youth Center1038 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94109(Tutor/Mentor)(415) 775-1345http://www.cycsf.org/volunteers.php[2.6 miles from USF at Post and 6th in theInner Richmond]United Way of the Bay Area221 Main Street Suite 300, San Francisco,CA 94105(Must visit website and sign up for opportunities)(415) 808-4300http://www.uwba.org/mobilize/volunteer/[5.3 miles from USF at Main Street andFolsom in SOMA]ElderlyInstitute on Aging3575 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco, CA94118(Must fill out form and be interviewed)(415) 750-4111http://www.ioaging.org/support/volunteer_san_francisco.html[0.3 miles from USF at Geary and Jordan inthe Inner Richmond District]Restoration/EnvironmentalGolden Gate National Park Conservancy(check website for multiple restorationprojects in the Bay Area)201 Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA 94123http://www.parksconservancy.org/get-involved/volunteer/[3.7 miles from campus in the Marina]BuildingHabitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco645 Harrison Street, San Francisco, CA94107(4.7 miles from campus)(415) 625-1007www.habitatgsf.org[4.7 miles from campus on Harrison andHawthorne in SOMA]YMCA SF Presidio63 Funston Ave, San Francisco, CA 94129(415) 447-9622http://www.ymcasf.org/presidio/volunteer[2.5 miles from USF at Funston and Hardein the Presidio]37

Handling Stress, Transition, CrisisFiling a ReportAny student or community member who observes or is a victim of an act of intolerancecan report the incident by contacting the Department of Public Safety (24 hours a day, 7days a week) at (415) 422-4201 or the Assistant Vice Provost and Associate Dean of StudentDevelopment’s office on the UC 5th floor (M-F 8:30 am - 5:00pm) at (415) 422-5330.On-Campus ResourcesCounseling and Psychological Services(CAPS)Gilson Hall – LL(415) 422-6352Counseling@usfca.eduwww.usfca.edu/capsDean of StudentsUC 5th Floor(415) 422-6251deanofstudents@usfca.eduwww.usfca.edu/universitylifeDepartment of Public SafetyUniversity Center, 5th Floor(415) 422-4222parking@usfca.eduhttp://www.usfca.edu/public_safety/Health and Promotion Services (HPS)Contact: Kamal Harb(415) 422-5797hps@usfca.eduhttp://www.usfca.edu/hps/Office of Student Conduct, Rights, and Responsibilities(OSCRR)University Center, 5th Floor(415) 422-5330Email: studentconduct@usfca.eduRichmond Police Station461 6th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 666-8000www.st-police.orgStudent Conduct, Rights, and ResponsibilitiesUC 5th Floor(415) 422-5330studentconduct@usfca.eduhttp://www.usfca.edu/studentconduct/Student Housing and Residential Education(SHARE)UC 5th Floor(415) 422-6824orl@usfca.eduhttp://www.usfca.edu/residence_life/Student LifeAssistant Vice Provost Peter Novak(415) 422-5330novakp@usfca.eduUniversity MinistryPhelan Hall, Lower Level(415) 422-4463um@usfca.eduhttp://www.usfca.edu/universityministry/OmbudspersonPhelan Hall LL(415) 422-276138

Getting Ready to GraduateTransition After GraduationBay Area Career Center (BACC)57 Post St., Suite 804, San Francisco, CA94104415-398-4881info@bayareacareercenter.comComprehensive career & developmentservicesCareer Services(415) 422-6216UC 5th Floorcareerservices@usfca.eduhttp://www.usfca.edu/csc/Center for Independent Living3075 Adeline St, Ste 100 Berkeley, CA94703510-841-4776info@cilberkeley.orgEmployment assistance, legalclinic, peer counseling, supportgroups for people with disabilities.Fees: No feesHours: 9am-5pmCollege of San Mateo Career DevelopmentCenter1700 West Hillsdale Blvd., Building 1,Room 213 San Mateo, CA 94402(650) 574-6116http://www.collegeofsanmateo.edu/career/Self-help resources & workshopsopen to CSM students & generalpublic. Resume, interviewing help,job listings.Employment DevelopmentDepartment801 Turk St., San Francisco, CA 94102415-749-7503www.caljobs.ca.govState and private sector joblistings.Fees: freeHours: 8am-5pmExperience Unlimited745 Franklin St. San Francisco, CA 94102415-771-1776email: eusf@hotmail.comSelf-help job search forprofessional and administrative jobseekers.Fees: freeHours: 8am-4pmOakland Career Center PIC / East Bay Works1212 Broadway, # 100 Oakland, CA 94612510-891-9393www.eastbayworks.com/oakland/One of 17 Alameda & ContraCosta County career centers. Jobeducation and training services,internet access, website joblistings.Fees: No feesHours: M-F 8:30am-5pmPeninsulaWorks271 92nd St. Daly City, CA 94015650-301-8440www.peninsulaworks.orgJob listings, job search strategyassistance, on-the-job training.Hours: M-F 8am-5pm39

The Job Forum (SF Chamber of Commerce)235 California St., 12th FloorSan Francisco, CA 94104415-392-4520info@sfchamber.comJob search panel discussions.Free. Every Wed night 6:30-8:30pmHours: only WednesdaysWomen’s Initia0tive for Self-Employment(WISE)1398 Valencia St.San Francisco, CA 94110415-641-3460www.womensinitiative.orgSelf-employment training/loans forwomen entrepreneurs.Loan SupportOnce you graduate, your loans will go into repayment approximately six months after yourlast date of attendance. So, now what? Below are resources that can help guide you throughmanaging and repaying your students loans:One Stop(415) 422-2020Lone Mountain 251http://www.usfca.edu/onestop/Direct Stafford Loan Repayment Plans & Calculatorhttp://studentaid.ed.gov/The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aidhttp://www.finaid.org/40

End of the Year CeremoniesYou’ve survived and it’s finally time to graduate! The End of the Year Ceremonies (EYCs)are community celebrations where you, your friends, family, and the campus communitygather to celebrate your achievements. Each event is designed to highlighting the outstandingwork our students have accomplished in the areas of service, academics, andleadership, while affirming the unique challenges and experiences they share. EYCs areheld in May and are organized by student-led committees with support from academicprograms, cultural organizations, and both the Intercultural Center and the Gender &Sexuality Center staff. Choose any or multiple ceremonies to participate in:Asian and Pacific Islander Graduation (API)The Asian and Pacific Islander Graduation is a special ceremony held in May tohonor graduating Asian and Pacific Islander students and their families. The ceremonyis a reflection of our community’s growth as a whole and the accomplishmentsof those attending. The program will recognize these graduating seniors inthe areas of academic, leadership, and community services.Latino Recognition Ceremony (LRC)LRC is an annual event where graduating Latino students are recognized andhonored for their accomplishments in academics, service, and leadership. Theprogram consists of a formal awards ceremony in Saint Ignatius Church followedby an informal reception.Lavender Graduation (LG)In consideration of the need for growing awareness and inclusion, the goal ofthe ceremony is to promote excellence among the LGBTQ and Ally communityand recognize the achievements of its diverse members.Vizuri Kabisa (VK) Unity CelebrationVizuri Kabisa is Swahili for “excellence.” Planned for and by students, VK is arecognition event that honors the academic and leadership achievements ofgraduating African and African American students. Everyone is welcome tocome and celebrate the accomplishments of these wonderful students.All undergraduate and graduate students and their families and friends are welcome atthese events. All EYCs are by RSVP only to ensure that participants receive a graduationstole. Contact the Cultural Centers to find out how to help organize these events or participateif you are graduating!41

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The Gender & Sexuality Center(415) 422-4431UC 412gsc@usfca.eduusfca.edu/gscIntercultural Center(415) 422-6484UC 411interculturalcenter@usfca.eduusfca.edu/intercultural_centerMulticultural Recruitment & Retention(415) 422-2684MRR@usfca.eduusfca.edu/undergraduate/freshman/multicultural_recruitment44