Dean's Communication

Dean's Communication

Dean Diaz and the DOS team at the USF St. Petersburg campus strives to cultivate an inclusive community for all students. The Dean hopes to increase transparent communication with the St. Pete student body as he understands the need for important and honest conversations in developing trust and establishing sense of belonging here at St. Pete.

Student Care Referral

Use below form to report a concern you have for a student wellbeing. NOTE: This form is only monitored during regular business hours and if this is an emergency please call police at 727-873-4444 or 911.

• Report Form  

Student Notification

In compliance with the disclosure requirements under the Higher Education Act (HEA) and Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA; Public Law 110.315) the Dean of Students Office sends out annual notifications to students regarding Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention programs, Federal Financial Aid, penalties for Drug Law Violations and Voter Registration Information.

• Notifications  
• HEOA; Public Law 110.315  

Student Appeal

Are you a student or parent at USF wanting to file a grievance on a grade you or your child received? Are you wanting to appeal a conduct related decision? Links below on USF's policies and regulations regarding appeals.

• Conduct Appeals  
• Grade Grievance  

Important Messages from Dr. Diaz

Find important massages from the Dean of Students about our campus that's vital to your success and campus curiosity.

• Important Messages  

Dear Dean Diaz

The Dean of Students offers a safe space for students to voice their concerns and be a source for reliable, honest, and well informed responses. Use the form to submit your question to the Dean of Student Jake Diaz. He will diligently work to answer your question and post-it on the answers section.

• Submit form  
• Dr. Diaz Responses