Community Standards

UCLA is a community of people from diverse racial, ethnic, social and economic backgrounds, national origins, religious and political beliefs, physical abilities and sexual orientations. The Office of Residential Life (ORL) is committed to celebrating the rich diversity of people who live in On-Campus Housing. All of our activities, programs, and everyday interactions are enriched by our acceptance of one another, and the knowledge we gain when we learn from each other in an atmosphere of positive engagement and mutual respect.

We strongly believe that one’s actions demonstrate one’s commitment to respecting differences. As adults, we are responsible for our behavior and are fully accountable for our actions. We each must take responsibility for our awareness of and sensitivity to the issues of racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of prejudice. At ORL we are guided by the principle that understanding and celebrating diversity enriches and empowers the life of each person.

Everyone who chooses to live in or visit On-Campus Housing must understand that we will not tolerate bigotry, threats, intimidation, violence or any other forms of harassment against any member of our community. In the same manner, we will not accept ignorance, humor, anger, alcohol or substance abuse as an excuse, reason or rationale for such behavior.

All of us who live, study and work in UCLA On-Campus Housing have chosen to be here. As part of that choice we need to be committed to these principles which are designed to enable all individuals to expand their personal horizons, succeed academically and reach their full potential. The way a community handles differences determines how safe it is for a person to think for oneself.