The dean of students (DOS) provides support and guidance in academic and non-academic areas to all students in the University. They oversee services and programming such as the Student Government Association and the student organizations, student advising, the International Student Office, and non-academic wellness initiatives, such as the Fitness center. Students who have concerns are provided with a wide range of support services. The DOS sets the strategic direction for the Office of DOS and makes recommendations on related policies. The DOS works in close collaboration with the community, with the academic units and with the non-academic SGU units that serve the diverse student population, such as the Student Accessibility and Accommodation Service, University Health Services, the Department of Educational Services, Office of Institutional Advancement, Housing, Judicial Affairs, and the Department of Public Safety. The DOS reports directly to the Dean of School of Medicine for any SOM related issues and to the provost for non-SOM matters.