Gender Inclusive Housing (GIH) is intended to support transgender, gender variant, non-binary, and questioning students by providing non-binary housing options. In GIH, a student can live with any other student regardless of sex, gender, or gender identity/expression. As the intended purpose of GIH is to provide living options for students who do not feel comfortable in gender binary housing, preference for GIH spaces will be given to students who identify as transgender, gender variant, non-binary, and/or questioning.
The Department of Housing and Residential Education (DHRE) at California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) values the diversity of its students, staff, and faculty and takes all efforts to promote dignity, respect, and inclusion among all residents. DHRE acts in concert with federal and state law, as well as California State University (CSU) and CSUSB policies and practices. Under CSU policy, no student on the basis of gender may be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any CSU program or activity, and all students have the right to participate free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation. Additionally, gender is defined as inclusive of one's gender identity and gender-related appearance and behavior regardless of assigned sex at birth. Within this framework, DHRE seeks to meet the needs of students of all gender identities/expressions in the best way possible. This includes addressing students' needs regarding accommodations and harassment complaints.
Application Process
Residents seeking Gender Inclusive Housing should indicate their interest on the housing application and respond to the supplemental question. DHRE will not ask for any more information than is required to meet students’ housing needs and all information is confidential and protected by FERPA. Any student wishing to move into Gender Inclusive Housing after the application process is complete or during the academic year should contact the Housing Assignments Analyst, Monica Braceros, at MBraceros@csusb.edu or (909) 537-4157.
Assignments are made based on application submission date and space availability. DHRE will make every effort to honor requests for GIH.
Housing Options
Gender Inclusive Housing is available in Coyote Village, Arrowhead Village, and University Village. All residents, regardless of housing type assignment, must adhere to common standards of civility and respect regarding diverse gender identities/expressions.
Name Change Requests
If your name has changed, documentation of your name change is required. Please make a copy of your documentation and send it with a name change request form. Acceptable documentation includes a birth certificate, marriage license, driver's license, California ID. International students cannot make a change until it is reflected on their Visa/Permit. Complete the Name Change Request form and submit it to the Registrar's Office (UH-171). Questions regarding this process should be directed to the Registrar's Office at (909) 537-5200.
Roommate Issues
Reports of unjust behavior can be made to any DHRE staff member. The staff member will assist or direct you to the appropriate resources to support you with your concern. If you are not comfortable on your floor or in your room/apartment, speak with your Resident Assistant or Area Coordinator. Staff are available to assist if you wish to have a mediation or conversation with your roommates about expectations in your living space. If you feel that you are not able to remain in your current room or apartment, speak with your Area Coordinator about options that may be available. Ideally, residents are able to speak to each other and resolve differences. However, if you feel that the differences are too extreme or that your safety or security are a concern, other living arrangements in CSUSB Housing and Residential Education may be considered, in consultation with your Area Coordinator. If at any time anyone needs to speak to someone for information or support, contact the Associate Director for Residential Education, Holly Allar, at Holly.Allar@csusb.edu.
Intimidation/Bullying/Harassment Concerns
CSUSB does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, or sexual orientation in its education programs or activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Title IX protects all people regardless of their gender or gender identity from sex discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and violence. For complete information and resources, visit Institutional Equity & Compliance or email iec@csusb.edu.
Campus Resources
All Gender Restrooms are available throughout the CSUSB campus
Queer and Transgender Resource Center located in the San Manuel Student Union, Phone: (909) 537-5963
Interested in learning more about gender and sexuality? Visit Gender & Sexuality Studies, Phone: (909) 537-5606