Mission of the University Centers
As the community center of the campus, the mission of University Centers - the Price Center and Student Center is to:
| * | Provide a welcoming environment to all | |
| * | Meet the daily needs of the campus | |
| * | Enrich students' experience of campus life | |
| * | Encourage the campus community to gather, interact, and exchange ideas and opinions | |
| * | Strengthen students' connection and affiliation with UCSD |
In fulfilling its mission, the University Centers provides:
| * | Food and retail services | |
| * | A variety of lounge spaces | |
| * | Facilities to help students with their studies | |
| * | Meeting and event space for student organizations and campus departments | |
| * | A broad variety of events and programs | |
| * | Office space for student organizations | |
| * | Exhibits about UCSD, including its history and accomplishments |
University Centers is a student-centered organization. Through its advisory board, it seeks student input in determining its policies, facilities, and services. Through student employment, it provides student leadership experience.
Values of the University Centers
In accomplishing its mission, the University Centers values:
| * | Providing clean, attractive, and well-maintained facilities | |
| * | Fostering a climate that is welcoming to all | |
| * | Creating a safe, supportive environment where students may express their views openly | |
| * | Being accessible and respectful to our customers | |
| * | Assessing the needs of our customers and responding to their concerns and suggestions | |
| * | Operating in a cost-efficient and financially responsible manner | |
| * | Forming partnerships with student organizations, student affairs units, and other UCSD departments | |
| * | Encouraging staff members to be innovative and improve service to customers | |
| * | Encouraging the growth of student employees, leaders, and volunteers | |
| * | Providing a supportive environment where staff members are respectful to one another and recognized for their accomplishments | |
| * | Creating a safe work environment | |
| * | Providing staff the resources to work effectively and improve their skills |