Academic Services

Resolution of Problems

Some problems students face can be addressed outside of their departments. There are numerous campus organizations that can be of help. These are listed in the Resources section in our Student Life Web page.

Sometimes students experience real problems in their academic work or in academic appointments. Resolutions to these problems should first be sought within the academic program by utilizing the resources of the Graduate Advisor, Graduate Program Assistant and the Department Chair.

The Graduate Division also stands willing to help mediate disputes that cannot be resolved at the departmental level. Call (805) 893-2277 for assistance. There is an established Student Grievance Procedure that can be followed in cases where resolutions are otherwise not possible. These procedures can be found at the Kiosk website.