SJV PRIME+ STAFF ADVISORS
The SJV PRIME+ Staff Advisors support students by helping them understand program expectations, academic requirements—including Med Ed Core—and the wide range of student support resources available at UC Merced. They serve as a key connection point between students and campus services, providing guidance on academic life, campus engagement, student responsibilities, and other factors that may influence student success.
- Heidi Guzman | SJV PRIME+/DOME Student Services Advisor
- Email: heidiguzman@ucmerced.edu
- Supports 1st and 2nd year baccalaureate SJV PRIME+ student and UC Merced Pre-Health students
- Jose J. Baeza- Moreno | SJV PRIME+ Student Services Navigator
- Email: jbaeza2@ucmerced.edu
- Supports 3rd and 4th year baccalaureate SJV PRIME+ students
If current students have general questions related to the Department of Medical Education (DOME) and/or SJV PRIME+, they are encouraged to email domestudentaffairs@ucmerced.edu.
UC MERCED CAMPUS RESOURCES
Academic Support Resources
| Office/Resource Name | Brief Description | Notes |
| Academic Advising | Provide guidance to students on creating academic plans, understanding degree/major requirements, and connecting with other campus resources that support their success |
Academic Advising for 1st year students from all majors, lower division undeclared transfers, and all continuing undeclared students in all years
School specific academic advising for 2nd year students and beyond who have a declared major:
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| Student Learning Centers | Provide free campus tutoring resources for students in various subjects |
Peer Led Undergraduate Study (PLUS) Center
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| Office of the Registrar | Manages various academic policies, processes, and programs, and is the primary office for academic records |
Academic Policies and Processes website
Forms and Processing Times website
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Financial Support Resources
| Office/Resource Name | Brief Description | Notes |
| Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships | Provides accessible and inclusive financial aid, student support, and financial wellness services |
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Health and Wellness Resources
| Office/Resource Name | Brief Description | Notes |
| Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) | Provides professional services for the emotional, personal, and social well-being of students. The office offers short-term counseling services through individual, couple, and group formats, as well as crisis intervention |
CAPS Services are available only to current UC students
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| Health Services | Provides comprehensive medical and health promotion services for students using a family practice model |
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| Student Accessibility Services (SAS) | Provides accommodations for housing, academic support, transportation, and campus life environment to promote equal educational access and full participation by and for students with disabilities |
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| Campus Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE) Office | Provides support, training, and education related to sexual violence, domestic/dating violence, and stalking |
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| Basic Needs Center | Connects UC Merced students to essential on- and off-campus resources and support (e.g., food, housing, and wellness services) to help them thrive academically and personally |
Includes resources for food support, CalFresh outreach, financial wellness, professional clothing, technology, parenting students, and more Interactive Student Wellness Map includes the locations and websites of the following:
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Professional/Skills Development Resources
| Office/Resource Name | Brief Description | Notes |
| Office of Leadership, Service, and Career (OLSC) | Provides support, workshops, and other activities that help students build skills and knowledge to achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals |
Margo F. Souza Leadership Center
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| Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center (UROC) | Provides multiple research programs offering hands-on learning experiences that provide research training and help students develop essential skills |
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Student Life Engagement Resources
| Office/Resource Name | Brief Description | Notes |
| Office of Student Involvement (OSI) | Provides opportunities, resources, and support to help students engage with campus activities, leadership roles, and student initiatives. |
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Holistic Support Resources
| Office/Resource Name | Brief Description | Notes |
| Calvin E. Bright Success Center (BSC) | Provides learning support, transition programs, and individualized interventions for students to be successful in their academic and personal development |
Facilitates the development, growth, and academic success of first-generation, income-eligible students
Transfer, Returning and Veteran (TRV) Program
Services for Undocumented Students (Monarch Center)
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| Dean of Students Office (DOS) | Advocates for students, connects them to resources, and provides support during challenges to help them succeed and feel included at UC Merced |
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