Study, Connect & Find Your Way Around the SCC
The UC Davis Student Community Center (SCC) is a 43,000-square-foot campus building with study lounges, meeting rooms, student support centers, a café area, community spaces and event facilities. It is located at 397 Hutchison Drive, Davis, CA 95616, west of Shields Library and north of the Silo.
Reviewed October 22, 2026. Academic-quarter calendars, event bookings and university holidays may affect individual room access.
Quick Answers: What Do You Need?
Use the first- and second-floor lounges and designated study areas during permitted building hours. Check finals-week changes.
Find the correct student resource center first. Its staffed hours may differ from SCC building hours.
Identify a room, capacity and event type. Reservations go through Conference and Event Services.
Check the organizer’s room assignment and arrival instructions. Evening events may operate outside public hours.
Use Pavilion Parking Structure or Visitor Parking Lot 40 and follow UC Davis permit rules.
The building lists CoHo South Café, lounge seating and free wireless. Café service hours vary.
SCC Building Hours: Academic Year vs. Summer
UC Davis publishes separate academic-year and summer schedules. These are general building hours, not guaranteed office hours for every program or café.
| Day | Academic year | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m. | 8 a.m.–6 p.m. |
| Friday | 7:30 a.m.–8 p.m. | 8 a.m.–6 p.m. |
| Saturday | Noon–6 p.m. | Closed |
| Sunday | Noon–6 p.m. | Closed |
2026 listed exceptions: September 7 closed for Labor Day; November 11 closed for Veterans Day; November 25 closes at 6 p.m.; November 26–29 closed for Thanksgiving; December 11 closes at 6 p.m. The university also lists winter-break restrictions, including December 12–January 3 closure for ordinary access, with limited event-only exceptions during part of December.
Inside the Building: Floors, Services & Amenities
The SCC is a student-life and academic-support building, not a typical city recreation center with a public gym or swimming pool.
Public lounge and study areas, the Cross Cultural Center, LGBTQIA Resource Center, Student Recruitment and Retention Center, Undocumented Student Resource Center and other shared facilities.
Additional lounge, event and meeting areas, including the Middle Eastern, North African and South Asian Student Resources and the broader campus Community Resource and Retention Centers offices.
Open seating, natural light, wireless internet, a wireless print station, a designated extended-hours study room and quieter spaces for breaks and reflection.
CoHo South Café, outdoor balconies, a reflection room overlooking a water feature, traditional and gender-neutral restrooms, and two notable murals.
The university also identifies Nurturing the Dream by Susan Shelton and The Practice of Freedom by Malaquias Montoya as artworks inside the SCC. The building has LEED Platinum certification.
Student Resource Centers: Which Office Should You Visit?
Different centers serve different academic, cultural and support needs. Find the right office before visiting so you do not arrive when its staff are unavailable.
| Center | What it helps with |
|---|---|
| Cross Cultural Center First floor | Community-building, cultural programs, identity-based engagement and inclusive student activities. |
| LGBTQIA Resource Center First floor | Community resources, programs, support, advocacy and belonging for students across diverse identities. |
| Student Recruitment and Retention Center First floor | Educational equity, student-led retention initiatives, academic and personal development, leadership and community support. |
| Undocumented Student Resource Center First floor | Resources, advising connections, advocacy and student support related to undocumented student experiences. |
| MENASA Student Resources Second floor | Community, education and cultural identity support for Middle Eastern, North African and South Asian students. |
| McNair Scholars Program | Research preparation and graduate-school pathways for qualifying students. |
| Undergraduate Research Center | Undergraduate research opportunities, preparation and campus research resources. |
For example, the Cross Cultural Center publishes staffed hours of Monday–Thursday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Friday noon–5 p.m., while the Student Recruitment and Retention Center lists Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Both may change during breaks. This is why SCC building access does not guarantee an individual office is staffed.
Study Spaces, Wi-Fi, Printing & Quiet Areas
Use open lounges and designated study areas. These are useful between lectures or when nearby library spaces are busy.
Small informal study groups can use available shared seating. Dedicated meeting rooms may require reservations.
The SCC lists a wireless print station. Check print-job instructions and applicable printing charges rather than assuming unlimited free printing.
The SCC has designated extended-hours study space, but exact access can change during finals, holidays and building closures.
Meeting Rooms: Capacity & Best Uses
The SCC provides more than 4,800 square feet of event space, including five meeting rooms, a multipurpose room and two patios. Room capacity depends on seating configuration.
| Room | Lecture | Classroom | Conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meeting A | 19 | 15 | 14 |
| Meeting B | 19 | 15 | 14 |
| Meeting C | 19 | 15 | 14 |
| Meeting D | 90* | 48 | 38 |
| Meeting E | 30* | 20 | 18 |
| Multipurpose Room | 160 | 72/84 | Not listed |
*UC Davis marks some lecture configurations with an asterisk. Verify the approved room setup before invitations or ticketing. The multipurpose room also lists banquet capacity 96 and reception capacity 200.
How to Reserve Space at the SCC
Specify student organization meeting, workshop, reception, university program or outside event.
Use the capacity table, anticipated attendance and preferred seating arrangement.
Have your date, start/end times, organizer information, AV needs and catering/setup requirements ready.
Registered student organizations must meet authorized-reserver and active agency-account rules.
All SCC event reservations go through UC Davis Conference and Event Services, not this guide.
Confirm any required charges, staffing, approved room setup and reservation conditions before announcing the event.
Student Organization Reservation Rules
- Registered Student Organizations in eligible tracks may designate two authorized reservers.
- An active agency account is needed for room reservations; accounts require periodic reactivation.
- The SCC guidelines allow eligible RSOs two hours of free meeting-room time each week with standard setup.
- Meeting requests generally need at least two business days for approval processing.
- Requests for the following quarter can begin according to the university’s quarter-based scheduling rules.
- Events requiring ticketing, catering, special staffing or other support may fall under special-event rules.
Meeting Fees & Extra Charges
| Situation | Published student-organization fee |
|---|---|
| Eligible SCC/MU/ARC general meeting-room use, up to 2 hours per week | No cost |
| Meeting space exceeding 2 hours per week | $43 reservation fee + $10/hour per room |
| Special event in other campus facilities | $43 reservation fee + applicable facility rental rate |
| Additional AV, labor and special setup | Event-specific quote |
For non-university clients, room rentals and event costs are quoted through the university. The SCC event manager can answer facility questions at 530-752-7282; Conference and Event Services lists 530-754-0672 for event inquiries.
Parking at UC Davis SCC: Where to Go & What to Pay
The SCC is in the central campus core, where ordinary visitor driving access is restricted. UC Davis identifies the Pavilion Parking Structure and Visitor Parking Lot 40 as nearby parking choices. You then walk to the building.
The published FY 2026–27 non-affiliate daily visitor rate is $19 for eligible zones. Hourly and other permit options may also be available.
The published daily affiliate C-zone rate is $5.50 and L-zone rate is $3.75. Eligibility and zone restrictions apply.
Pay for Parking in 4 Steps
- Park in an eligible visitor or affiliate space at the Pavilion Structure or Lot 40.
- Open an official AggiePark payment option, such as AMP Park or HONK, or use a campus COSMOS payment terminal.
- Choose the correct parking zone, enter the license plate and select the permitted duration.
- Pay and confirm the session. The plate serves as the virtual permit; do not park in reserved, loading or restricted spaces.
Visitors with qualifying disabled placards or plates may have no-additional-permit access in approved spaces under UC Davis rules. Restricted spaces remain off-limits. Confirm the designated accessible route if mobility accommodations are needed.
Directions & Campus Map
From I-80: use CA-113 North toward Woodland, take the Hutchison Drive exit, and follow signs to campus visitor parking. From the parking area, walk toward the campus core and the SCC west of Shields Library.
By bicycle: bicycle parking is available around the SCC, but bicycles are not permitted inside the building. Use designated racks.
By bus: UC Davis is served by Unitrans, including terminals near the Memorial Union and Silo. Walk toward the SCC after arriving at the appropriate stop; check the current route before traveling.
Practical Visit Checklist
Bring your laptop, charging cable, headphones, water bottle and student login. Confirm closing time, especially during finals or academic breaks.
Confirm office-specific hours and whether appointments are needed. Building entry does not guarantee staff availability.
Save the organizer’s room number, approved event start time, contact person and any visitor check-in instructions.
Check the correct parking zone and payment method. Allow additional time to walk from the parking structure to the center.
Other Community Center Guides
If you are comparing university community spaces with city-operated community centers, the services and access rules are quite different. These related published guides provide useful examples:
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is the UC Davis Student Community Center?
The Student Community Center is at 397 Hutchison Drive, Davis, California 95616, in the central campus area west of Shields Library and north of the Silo.
2. What are the UC Davis Student Community Center hours?
Officially listed academic-year hours are Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m.–8 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday noon–6 p.m. Summer hours are Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–6 p.m., with weekends closed. Holiday and special-event schedules may differ.
3. Is the Student Community Center open to the public?
The SCC has common spaces and hosts approved visitors and events, but individual resource centers, meeting rooms and activities may have university affiliation, appointment or reservation requirements. Contact the front desk about your intended visit.
4. Is there a study area inside the SCC?
Yes. The SCC includes lounge seating, designated study spaces, an extended-hours study area and free wireless internet. Availability may change during events, finals and building closures.
5. Can student organizations reserve SCC meeting rooms for free?
Eligible registered student organizations receive two hours per week of free general meeting-room use under standard setup conditions. Additional time and special events may involve reservation, room or staffing charges.
6. How much is UC Davis SCC visitor parking?
The published FY 2026–27 non-affiliate daily visitor parking rate is $19 in eligible zones. UC Davis affiliate rates can be lower, depending on authorization and zone. Check the current AggiePark rate before paying.
7. Which parking lots are closest to the SCC?
UC Davis identifies the Pavilion Parking Structure and Visitor Parking Lot 40 as convenient choices. The SCC is in the campus core, so visitors must walk from designated parking areas.
8. What student resources are located in the SCC?
The building houses the Cross Cultural Center, LGBTQIA Resource Center, Student Recruitment and Retention Center, Undocumented Student Resource Center, MENASA Student Resources, McNair Scholars Program and Undergraduate Research Center, among other services.
9. Does UC Davis SCC have food, Wi-Fi and printing?
Yes. UC Davis lists CoHo South Café, free wireless internet and a wireless print station. Food service hours and printing charges or requirements should be checked separately.
10. Who do I contact about SCC room reservations?
Reservations are processed through UC Davis Conference and Event Services. For facility-related questions, contact the SCC Event Venue Manager at 530-752-7282; the university also lists Conference and Event Services at 530-754-0672.
Official UC Davis Resources
For final verification, registration, bookings and up-to-date campus access information, use the university’s own resources:
- Student Affairs: SCC Services and Resources
- SCC Building Hours, Address, Contact and Floor Maps
- SCC Facility Use and Event Reservation Policies
- Student Organization Room Reservation Guidance
- Visitor Parking and AggiePark
This is an independent visitor guide and is not an official UC Davis website. Schedules, university policies, room availability and prices can change.