Students may contact the UCSD Student Legal Services at 534-4374 for assistance and advice concerning available legal options. Students may also contact the UCSD Student Health Center for medical care and advice. Campus Facilities Access and Security UCSD is the size of a small city, providing residential housing to University employees and approximately 6,500 students. Housing facilities range from apartments designed for married students and employees with children, to multi-student apartments and residence halls. Such a large campus population has motivated the police department and residential lifepersonnel to work closely together to create a safe and comfortable living and l earning environment.
Theft is the most common criminal problem in the residential areas.
Therefore, appropriate precautions should be exercised at all times. Residents are encouraged to exercise caution at all times and to be aware of their surroundings, and the presence of unknown persons. Residents are also advised to keep their room and apartment doors locked at all times. Residents are asked to immediately report the presence of solicitors to the police department. Residents are encouraged not to hesitate to ask for assistance from any residential life staff member, Residential Security Officer, Community Safety Officer or UCSD Police Officer.