EMERGENCY SITUATION -  CALL 9-1-1

Then follow up by placing a CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student after they get the immediate medical care they need.

EMERGENCY SITUATION -  CALL 9-1-1

Then follow up by placing a CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student after they get the immediate medical care they need.

EMERGENCY SITUATION -  CALL 9-1-1

Then follow up by placing a CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student after they get the immediate medical care they need.

If student is unable to take care of themselves or is under the influence then immediately dial 9-1-1.

If the situation involves on-going substance use or the student expresses they are struggling with substance abuse then please submit a CARE referral and a member of our team will reach out. 

Students can also be referred to the Alcohol and Other Drug Services Office: https://www.gvsu.edu/aod/. 

If student needs further medical attention or is suffering from cold, flu symptoms please direct them to our Campus Health Center.

If the student confides that they are facing an illness or injury that is impacting their attendance or classwork encourage the student to connect with Student Accessibility Resources office to help students correctly obtain classroom accommodations if applicable to their situation. 

If the student is in need of extra  support post a hospitalization, injury or other medical condition feel free to submit a CARE referral. 

Encourage the student to visit the Campus Health Center. 

Or submit a CARE referral if students are unsure what next steps to take.

Talk with the student directly. Decipher if they are struggling to understand the content or need support around academic strategies, like time management. 

Encourage the student to seek out services through our the various GVSU academic resource centers.

           Student Academic Success Center - Academic Coaching, Academic Advising, TRIO Support, Exploring Majors

           Writing Center - Outlining and planning, drafting a paper, understanding assignments, writing in any genre, etc. 

           Tutoring Center - Tutoring options for all subjects

           Career Center - Exploration of Careers, Internship & Networking Opportunities, Resume Building, Interview Coaching, etc.

Referrals can be submitted for student concerns related to academic progress through the EAB Navigate Advising System by clicking here: gvsu.edu/navigate.

Submit a  CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student to offer support and resources.

The CARE team was developed to create a network of professionals from across campus that are committed to assisting students in distress while providing support & resources to faculty and staff.

Encourage student to think about some of their interests/hobbies and take a look at all the various ways to get involved through GVSU student organizations. 

If you feel more intentional outreach is needed, submit a CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student to offer support and resources.

The CARE team was developed to create a network of professionals from across campus that are committed to assisting students in distress while providing support & resources to faculty and staff.

If a student is constantly asking you for help with personal problems you have probably done a great job building rapport. However, keep in mind that you want to make sure you are putting in clear boundaries with a student. While taking some extra time with a struggling student now and then is a great way to mentor and help college students, if you find yourself spending multiple hours working with a student on personal issues, then you may want to have a conversation with the student where you directly set some boundaries with them and offer to connect them with the counseling center or the Dean of Students Office.

Submit a  CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student to offer support and resources.

The CARE team was developed to create a network of professionals from across campus that are committed to assisting students in distress while providing support & resources to faculty and staff.

Stress, Anxiety and feeling depressed can be very normal feelings that all of us feel from time to time. If a student discloses to you that they are stressed, anxious or depression ask them what is causing them to feel this way. If they express a normal life stresser to you, such as it's been a week full of testing, or a they are having a roommate conflict, then you can talk with them about how you deal with day to day stress and encourage them to find some easy ways to address the day to day stress (for example, spreading out studying for tests, make sure they are getting enough sleep, eating constantly, or encourage them to take a walk or exercise). 

If the student discloses that they are experiencing stress, anxiety or depression and indicate it is more mental health related ( for example: they are experiencing panic attacks, are having a hard time getting out of bed in the morning, or they are stressed because a significant event happened, like a family death) then encourage the student to seek out University Counseling Services. 

If you feel more intentional follow up is needed, after talking with the student, please submit a CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student to offer support and resources.

The CARE team was developed to create a network of professionals from across campus that are committed to assisting students in distress while providing support & resources to faculty and staff.

Submit a  CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student to offer support and resources.

The CARE team was developed to create a network of professionals from across campus that are committed to assisting students in distress while providing support & resources to faculty and staff.

If the student's writing indicates the student is in immediate danger or a potential immediate risk to others safety -  CALL 9-1-1

If the writing does not indicate any immediate danger to self or others then please fill out a CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student.

The CARE team was developed to create a network of professionals from across campus that are committed to assisting students in distress while providing support & resources to faculty and staff.

Encourage the student to seek out University Counseling Services to find support through our on-campus office or to seek help getting connect to mental health support off campus. 

In additoin, please submit a  CARE referral so that our staff can follow up with the student to offer support and resources.

The CARE team was developed to create a network of professionals from across campus that are committed to assisting students in distress while providing support & resources to faculty and staff.

Let the student know you are grateful they felt comfortable sharing this information with you. Also, let the student know you will need to share this information with the Title IX office, so that they can be offered additional support and resources. 

Submit a referral to the GVSU Title IX office either online at: Title IX Office or by contacting the Title IX Office at 616-331-9530.

You can also direct students to our Victim Advocate.

Victim Advocate: Kaylee Wolff (she/her)
Office Address: 181 North C Living Center
Phone: (616) 331-2742
Email: [email protected]

First, contact the student directly. Send them an e-mail to let them know you are concerned and would like to meet with them. 

Referrals can be submitted for student concerns  through the EAB Navigate Advising System by clicking here: gvsu.edu/navigate.

Contact the office of Student Accessibility Resources. This office provides support resources and accomodations that enhance the enviroment for persons with disabilities and to help educate the University Community on accessibilty resources.

Faculty's Role

Provide accessible learning environment to qualified students.

Ensure accommodations are provided once verification from the Accessibility Resource office is received.

Maintain confidentiality of student’s disability status.

Faculty should not provide classroom accommodations if the student is not registered with DSR. 

Faculty can encourage a student to register with Student Accessibility Resources if a student discloses they are in need of accommodations due to a disability. 

Working With Students With Disabilities

Have a statement printed on your syllabus that students needing accommodations should register with Student Accessibility Resources. 

Let students know that they can discuss needs throughout the semester if concerns arise.

If you have questions or concerns regarding the appropriateness of classroom accommodations, please consult the office of Student Accessibility Resources

Students cannot be denied access to participate in class solely based on disability.