Muir Student Affairs Mission Statement

We foster the Independent Spirit by facilitating an environment of identity development and inclusive opportunities, where students can thrive as their authentic selves.

Muir Student Affairs Vision Statement

Muir College Student Affairs will provide the premier undergraduate experience, supporting and developing thought leaders focused on a fully-immersed JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) lens. We will transform our programming, services, and physical space adapting to the needs of students with intersecting identities.

Muir Student Affairs Values

Inclusivity 

To promote Inclusivity, we actively welcome a diverse community of students and staff, foster an environment that allows individuals to celebrate their authentic selves, and create a sense of belonging and community by hosting social and educational programs that focus on identity conscious, relationship-centered practices. 

Equity

To promote Equity, we strive to ensure that all the members of the community are being treated fair, equally, and equitable, particularly for our underserved and marginalized student populations. We serve each student’s needs based on their identities, experiences, backgrounds and/or circumstances through individualized services and programs tailored to their needs. 

Learning

To promote Learning, we foster a culture of sharing wisdom from lived experiences and knowledge from academic pursuits. All members of this community are both learners and educators. Having mutual respect for a variety of thoughts and opinions can help us expand our ideals and make progress in our personal growth and development.

Engagement

To promote Engagement, we empower students to both lead and collaborate in creating a vibrant atmosphere at Muir College. We foster an open community with dynamic opportunities for interacting and socializing through events and leadership opportunities. 

Sustainability

To promote Sustainability, we strive to incorporate institutional practices that focus on minimizing our environmental impact, provide educational programs that enrich the lives of our community members, and educate them on how to advocate for a more environmentally just world.

Individuality

To promote Individuality, we recognize that each student has their own unique path at Muir College, and we support students to succeed in whichever journey they choose. We acknowledge and celebrate that each student has their own background, identities, and motivations. We individualize our services and programs to meet the needs where they are. In doing so, we encourage students to “Celebrate the Independent Spirit” in Muir College, at UC San Diego, and beyond.

Muir Student Affairs is here to support you throughout your college experience. There are opportunities to connect with faculty through the college, programs for transfer students, services for commuter students, and support for you and your well-being.

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A major function of the college is to provide opportunities for students to develop leadership skills and participate in student organizations to engage with other Muirons and to get involved with activities and programs outside of the classroom.  Muir College has a robust range of student organizations, college committees (for planning traditional events and programs), and other leadership opportunities (including opportunities to work at the college) available for students.

Current student organizations can find helpful information on our Student Organization Resources page which is also conveniently accessible at http://muir.ucsd.edu/go/orgstuff.

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Student Life wouldn't be complete without an understanding of your rights and responsibility as a student.  There are many UC San Diego regulations, policies, and expectations that all students must abide by.  We've consolidated this information into one place that refers to them and provides you resources if you have questions.

Click here for find out more about the Rights and Responsibilities of UC San Diego students

Applying for graduate school or a job that requires a background or disciplinary record check? Many graduate schools as well as professional organizations require a Dean’s Certification to check your disciplinary records as well as your academic disciplinary history. 

Schools or organizations may have their own form that will need to be filled out by Muir College or they may request a general letter outlining your disciplinary history at UC San Diego.  Either way, the steps for having your Dean Certification completed can be found below:

1. Receive the form or Dean's Certification information request from the graduate school or professional organization
2. Complete any personal information sections that the school or organization requires on that form
3. Fill out the John Muir College Disclosure Form (PDF)
4. Submit the signed and completed forms in steps 2 and 3 to the below form.

Note that it may take up to five business days to process your request.

Questions? Contact Muir Student Affairs at (858) 534-3587 or via email.