Campus Policies

Automated License Plate Recognition (opens in new window)

Visit the Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) page to learn more about virtual permits for parking on campus and the new Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) process.

Time, Place, and Manner Policy (opens in new window)

UC Santa Cruz promotes our Principles of Community and affirms its commitment to an environment that values and supports every person in an atmosphere of respect, civility, honesty, cooperation, professionalism, and fairness. In support of this commitment, the university outlines the following standards:

1. All individuals may exercise the constitutionally protected rights of free expression, speech, assembly, and worship on University Controlled Property open to the public. Such activities may not interfere with the orderly operation of the campus and must be conducted in accordance with applicable conduct and time, place, and manner regulations. See for example, UC Policies Applying to Campus Activities (opens in new window), Organizations and Students (PACAOS) Section 40.40 and IV. of this policy).
2. UC Santa Cruz will not restrict expression, assembly, or demonstration based on the viewpoint of the views expressed.
3.  Major events are subject to the Major Events policy (opens in new window).
4. Public Safety will be monitored. The university will take appropriate safety and security measures to ensure access to education, residences, and campus facilities remain free from obstruction.

For related information, please see the Free Speech website (opens in new window).

Emergency Notification, Evacuation, and Response Policy (opens in new window)

Visit the Office of Emergency Management’s Emergency Preparedness & Planning page (opens in new window) to learn more about campus-wide preparedness, as well as personal emergency preparedness resources.

Fire Protection Policy (opens in new window)

Visit the Fire Safety and Prevention page (opens in new window) for additional policy information and to learn more about the Designated Fire Marshal Program (DCFM) and fire prevention resources.

Interim Major Events Policy (opens in new window)

UC Santa Cruz (University) provides designated spaces available for use by students, academic appointees, staff, alumni, and the community at large to encourage community building, recreation, and the free exchange of ideas.
Producing a Major Event at the University that safeguards the safety of individuals and property while maintaining the continuity of University operations and functions requires preparation and planning. The interim Major Events Policy establishes a content-neutral process to assess proposed Major Events for safety and logistical planning, supporting the successful execution of Major Events while minimizing academic and operational disruption and managing overlapping or concurrent events. In addition to this policy on Major Events, each campus facility has local rules for use.

After reviewing the interim Major Events Policy (opens in new window) (opens in new window), submit a Major Event Proposal Form (opens in new window).

Non-Research Animal Policy (opens in new window)

Visit the non-research animals page to learn more about areas of responsibility pertaining to a specific given situation dealing with non-research animal enforcement.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy (opens in new window)

Effective January 2, 2014, the University of California joined more than 1,159 colleges and universities nationwide by implementing a UC systemwide Smoke & Tobacco Free Environment Policy. Visit the Smoke and Tobacco Free information page to learn more.

Water Protection Policy (opens in new window)

Visit the Clean Water website to learn more about the campus’s clean water program.