UCR Trans Guide
Freedom to Be Yourself
We are happy to support our transgender, nonbinary, and gender questioning community. Use our Trans Guide to learn more about campus resources, supportive programs, and special events connected to gender identity and expression at UCR. It includes guidance on everything from how to change your name on university records to accessing gender-affirming health care.
Using Lived Name on Campus
Students may use a Lived Name on campus
- Visit the Registrar's web site for more information on using a lived name on campus and updating where you receive physical mail.
- ITS also provides an online tutorial on how to change your lived name and how to send email with your lived name email alias
- This ITS online tutorial explains how to set your Zoom default display name, since a student's lived name recorded in R'Web does not show up in Zoom.
- LGBTRC pro staff are available to assist students with questions
Employees will be able to use a Lived Name on campus
- UCR is finalizing the implementation of lived names use for employees in 2024.
Learn more about the UC Gender Recognition and Lived Name policy
- This presidential policy ensures all individuals are identified by their accurate gender identity and Lived Name on university-issued documents and in UC’s information systems by providing guidance on the collecting and reporting of gender identity, lived name, and sexual orientation.
- Learn more on the Chancellor's GRLN Committee website
- Full Policy & Appendix
Gender Affirming Health Care and Insurance coverage for Students & Employees
Info on gender affirming care for UCR students
- Student Health Services and CAPS provide information on their web site regarding Gender Identity Care & Support
- Also check out the Student Health Services and CAPS Gender Support Page.
- Updated info as of January 2025:
Gender-Affirming Anthem-UC SHIP In-Network Therapists & Other Community Resources
Info on gender affirming care and benefits for UC employees
UCOP has created a web page on Transgender and Nonbinary Health Benefits for employees. Please know you can contact UCR’s Health Care Facilitator with any questions or to address access to care. UCR’s facilitator is Ranada Palmer. Learn more about Ranada’s role, including confidential one-on-one assistance in resolving health plan issues.
UCR Trans Group & T-Camp Retreat
The UCR Trans Group
The Trans Group is a supportive discussion space recommended for transgender and nonbinary UCR students, facilitated by a staff member. The UCR Trans Group usually meets weekly, in-person. Visit our Events Calendar for dates and times.
T-Camp: InterCampus Retreat for Transgender, Nonbinary, & Gender-Questioning College Students
T-Camp is an intercampus retreat to explore gender identity and expression and to engage in dialogue with our peers. This event is recommended for students who are transgender, nonbinary, or gender questioning, and is held annually in the San Bernardino Mountains. All UCR students selected to attend will have their fee covered by the LGBT Resource Center.
Learn more about T-Camp, including the application process, here.
Gender-Inclusive Restrooms
In 2016, UCR converted 111 restrooms on campus into gender-inclusive facilities. Each single-occupancy restroom has new signage. In addition, all new construction and buildings under heavy renovation must include gender-inclusive facilities. Additional building signage directs people to the nearest gender-inclusive facility if there is not one available in the building.
The following buildings also include multi-stall gender-inclusive restrooms:
- Athletics & Dance
- Dundee-Glasgow
- North District
- Spieth Hall
- Student Success Center
To find gender-inclusive restrooms:
- Visit the UCR campus map
- Under the Locations menu, click on Accessibility / Inclusion
- Check the box for Gender Inclusive Restrooms and symbols will pop up on the campus map over buildings
- Click on the symbol and room number details will become visible in the Locations menu
The Student Recreation Center also offers a gender-inclusive locker room.
Gender-Inclusive Housing
In 2005, UCR broke ground as the first public university in the nation to offer a gender-neutral housing option to all students. The option is now called gender-inclusive housing (GIH). Visit the UCR Housing Services web site for up-to-date info on Gender-Inclusive Housing.
Help With Complaints & Concerns
The director of the LGBT Resource Center is available as a resource regarding gender identity issues on campus and navigating campus options.
Help with conflict or complaint regarding a student or student organization:
SCAIP (Student Conduct & Academic Integrity Programs) receives complaints of harassment and hazing about students or student organizations.
Other grievance/complaint options:
The Office of Title IX, Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action at UCR receives reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, including harassment based on gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or transition status, gender stereotypes, sexual orientation, and other forms of gender- or sex-based discrimination or harassment.
Not sure about which office or process to use?:
The help@ucr website is a good tool to help you explore options.
Trans & Nonbinary Books/Films Available in the LGBTRC Library
Browse transgender/nonbinary books and films available in our library.
Browse intersex books and films available in our library.
Explore more transgender/nonbinary and intersex resources in our Resource Library section.
You Belong at UCR
All programs, services, and events offered through Student Affairs are open to everyone, consistent with federal and state law and the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Whether you’re seeking support, joining a community, or participating in campus life, every effort is made to ensure your experience is inclusive, respectful, and accessible, regardless of background or identity.
To learn more, visit the UC Nondiscrimination Statement or the Nondiscrimination Policy Statement for University of California Publications Regarding Student-Related Matters.