These pages offer answers to frequently asked questions about San Francisco State University. In addition to the topics addressed below, click on additional categories to the left for more information about topics of interest to you.
Student Resources/Services
What athletic programs does SF State have?
The SF State Department of Athletics has 12 Division II athletic teams, seven for women and five for men. Women's teams are basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, and volleyball. For men, we offer baseball, basketball, cross country, soccer, and wrestling.
Does SF State offer childcare?
The Children's Center, supported in part by Associated Students, provides SF State students, faculty, and staff with childcare for children ages six months to five years. For information, call (415) 338-2403.
How can I get involved in community volunteer efforts?
The Community Involvement Center (located between the Gym and the Student Center), provides academic credit, training, supervision, and support for students who volunteer in non-profit human service agencies of their choice, either on campus or in the SF Bay Area.
A student may receive 2 to 7 upper-division English units for the experience. Through CIC's University-Community Action Network, students' interests and availability are matched with community needs. CIC hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For information, call (415) 338-1486.
At SF State, there are more than 400 exciting, designated service learning courses available to you through the Institute for Civic and Community Engagement (ICCE). Community service learning is a teaching method that allows students to develop knowledge and improve their academic skills by doing hands-on activities that address local community needs, while receiving academic credit. At SF State, the total number of hours you complete in officially recognized service learning classes is recorded on your Official Transcript. CSL hours recorded on your transcript help you in applications for scholarships and awards, admissions to graduate or professional programs, and demonstrates maturity and experience to future employers.
Where can I get access to a computer?
There is a 24-hour computer lab on the main floor of the Library. Many departments have their own computer labs. In all, more than 1,200 IBM, Apple and other computers are available for student use at SF State. Dial-in modems provide access for users with their own equipment.
SF State students can gain Internet access and e-mail accounts through the Division of Information Technology. Information Technology also offers numerous short courses and workshops each semester to teach students, faculty, and staff how to use computing systems, utilities and software. For information, click here or visit Administration building 110, (415) 338-1420.
What assistance is there for students with disabilities?
The Disability Programs and Resource Center (DPRC), located in the Student Services building 110, supports all students with disabilities, whether temporary or permanent. The DPRC seeks to promote and provide equal access to the classroom and to campus-related activities. Its services include registration assistance, note taking, and sign language interpretation. DPRC hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call (415) 338-2472 (voice/TTY). For the office of the SF State coordinator of Disability Programs, call (415) 335-3728 (voice only).
What is EOP?
The EOP, or Educational Opportunity Program, provides educational support services for undergraduate students from economically and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. EOP offers advising and tutorial services to assist EOP students in completing their degree requirements. The office is located in the Student Services building 201. For information, call (415) 338-1646 or (415) 338-1085.
What services does the Student Health Center offer?
The Student Health Service, supported by student fees, provides a variety of confidential, outpatient services to students at the Student Health Center, located near the center of campus. In addition to basic services, SHS offers laboratory services, X-rays, health education, women's services, immunizations, nutritional counseling, preventive medicine, and HIV/AIDS screening. For information, call the Student Health Center, (415) 338-1251.
Hours during the regular semester are: 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; and 10 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Wednesday. The health center is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
What resources does the Library have?
The J. Paul Leonard Library collections number approximately 4 million items, including books, periodicals, electronic databases, government publications, microforms, audio-visual media, computer software, and maps. Information about many of these materials is accessible through the Library's on-line catalog, InvestiGator, available at the Library's Web site, through Telnet, and by consulting the Library's faculty and staff. Reference and information services are located on the first floor.
Please note: A major expansion and renovation of the Library building is underway. Set to open Fall 2011, the new home of the Leonard Library, Sutro Library, Labor Archives and Resource Center, Academic Technology and the Center for Teaching and Faculty Development, will provide expanded study and computing space for users, growth space for collections, access to new technologies, and a healthy environment for work and study. Check the project Web site frequently for the most up-to-date information: www.library.sfsu.edu/about/building/services.php
What campus housing does SF State offer?
More than 2,300 students of all ages and class levels call SF State home. Living accommodations include Mary Ward and Mary Park residence halls, and apartments at The Towers at Centennial Square, Village at Centennial Square, University Park North and University Park South. Some students opt to live in themed living communities that correspond to their majors and personal interests. For more information, contact University Housing at (415) 338-1067.
Where can I find out about off-campus housing?
Information about off-campus housing opportunities are available through SF State Housing and Residential Services. This site includes rental listings, roommate services, and apartment complexes near SF State.
Does the University offer psychological counseling?
The Counseling and Psychological Services Center provides psychological counseling to students and consultation services to the rest of the University community. Services available to students include personal and group counseling and psychotherapy, marital and couples counseling, consultation and outreach services and referral services. Counseling services are free of charge to all currently enrolled students. The center is located in the Student Services building 208. For information and appointments, call (415) 338-2208.
How do I report instances of sexual harassment or sexual violence?
The S.A.F.E. Place is a resource center that provides information, crisis counseling and referrals for those affected by sexual violence and sexual harassment. It is located in the Student Services building 205. For information, call (415) 338-2819. You can also call the University Department of Public Safety, (415) 338-2222, to report instances of sexual assault/violence.
How can I find a job on or off campus?
The Career Center helps current students and SF State alumni seeking part- and full-time employment, internships, cooperative education experiences, and career planning assistance. The center is located in the Student Services building 206. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call (415) 338-1761 for information.
Can I get involved in student government?
The Associated Students, Inc. is SF State's student body government. It is a nonprofit, student-run corporation, funded by the student activity fee all students pay each semester. That fee also makes each student an Associated Students member, eligible to vote in the annual elections for AS leadership. AS provides services and programs designed to enrich campus life and helps to support many campus organizations. AS is located in the Cesar Chavez Student Center 106, Mezzanine Level, and can be reached at (415) 338-2321.
What student organizations are there?
SF State offers some 200 clubs and organizations for students. Call (415) 338-2171 or stop by the Student Programs/Leadership Development office, Student Services building 105. Organizations range from the Chess Club to the Black Student Psychology Association; from the Ballroom Dance Club to the Health Rights Student Task Force; from the Marketing Club to the Society of Professional Journalists.
How can I find out about official University policies?
Official SF State policies, which apply to students as well as other members of the SF State community, are outlined in the University Bulletin.
