Office for the Prevention of Harassment & Discrimination (OPHD)
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Annual SHAPE Training for Students - FALL deadline is October 30, 2026.
The University of California SHAPE (Sexual Violence and Harassment, Anti-Discrimination, Prevention and Education) training course is available through Canvas for ALL new and returning UCSD students and is assigned by enrollment period. Visit OPHD’s website for information about this requirement to complete this training. Students should use a browser (Firefox, Safari, Chrome) to complete the training not the Canvas app for mobile devices.
- Fall 2026 Enrollees will be assigned the training in Canvas August 25th. on a rolling basis beginning September 25th.
- Assigned Fall 2026 Enrollees who do not complete this training by October 30th will have a hold placed on their account that prevents enrollment in courses for the next quarter(s).
OPHD Pregnancy Resources Page - Now Live!
Visit our new pregnancy page to learn helpful information about pregnancy-related policies and making requests for reasonable modifications under Title IX. Explore the many campus and community resources available to expecting students, campus employees, and employees of UCSD Health.
What OPHD Does
Works to resolve complaints of unlawful discrimination and unlawful harassment through formal investigation or alternative resolution.
Explains and clarifies university policies and procedures regarding unlawful discrimination, unlawful harassment and retaliation.
Collaborates with other UC San Diego offices in resolving complaints.
Offers a variety of training programs and workshops in the prevention of sexual violence, sexual harassment and all forms of discrimination for students, faculty, and staff.