Conflict with peers, being bullied or harassed

Do you find yourself in frequent arguments with people? Do you feel like you are being picked on or disrespected? Do you feel powerless in relationships?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Dean of Students Office: The Dean of Students offers conflict resolution to students who want to work through a concern.
• www.fau.edu/dean
• Housing and Residential Education: Residential Education Coordinators (RECs), Assistant Residential Education Coordinators (ARCs), and Resident Assistants (RAs) are trained to handle conflict resolution. If you are a residential student having issues with a roommate or another resident, consult with your RA.
  • www.fau.edu/housing
• Counseling & Psychological Services: Students can meet with a counselor at CAPS for an initial appointment. Based on your unique concerns and situation, your counselor might recommend individual therapy, group therapy, or relationship counseling. “Understanding Self and Other” groups can be particularly helpful for students looking to improve relationships with peers.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report
• To learn more and see safe & healthy relationships resources available to you, click here: Healthy Relationships (fau.edu)

Feeling isolated and lonely

Meeting others through activities can be helpful when isolated and lonely.

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Campus Recreation offers clubs and intramural sports, group fitness classes, and outdoor adventures.
  • www.fau.edu/campusrec
• Explore different events happening on campus using the Owl Central website.
  • fau.campuslabs.com/engage/events
• The Women's Resource and Community Connection as a part of Owls Care Health Promotion provides a multifaceted approach to targeting the meaning & belonging, health & wellness, career preparedness, and student success of communities of women and other individuals at FAU. The WRCC helps to connect students with the services and resources they need to do their best.
  • FAU - The Women's Resource and Community Connection
• Counseling & Psychological Services: Students can meet with a counselor at CAPS for an initial appointment. Based on your unique concerns and situation, your counselor might recommend individual therapy or group therapy. “Understanding Self and Other” groups can be particularly helpful for students who struggle to make friends and connect with others.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• Student Accessibility Services Volunteer: Students can register to be a Volunteer Notetaker, Proctor, Reader, or Scribe. Descriptions of all volunteer opportunities are accessible through their link below.
  • www.fau.edu/sas/about/volunteer
• Students Advocating Volunteer Involvement (SAVI): The Student Government agency SAVI provides community service and leadership opportunities to all interested students. SAVI offers students the opportunity to coordinate volunteer events, on and off campus, to support the community and is based on the Boca Raton, Broward and Jupiter campuses.
  • fau.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/savi
• Best Buddies FAU: Best Buddies empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to be contributing members of society by providing opportunities and support in order to secure rewarding jobs, live independently, become inspirational leaders, and make lifelong friendships.
  • fau.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/bestbuddiesfau
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report
• To learn more and see mental health resources available to you, click here: Talk to a Therapist (fau.edu)

Thoughts of harming self or others

Do you sometimes wish you weren’t here? Do you wish you did not have to deal with life? Do you have thoughts of killing yourself? Do you have thoughts of seriously harming or killing someone?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• If a student is in immediate risk of harm to self or others, students should call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
• Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS):
  • CAPS offers crisis services for students who need to be seen on an emergency basis. You may walk in to CAPS during business hours and be seen by the on-call counselor. After business hours, you can reach an on-call clinician by calling CAPS main number and following the appropriate prompts: 561-297-2277.
  • Students can meet with a counselor at CAPS for an initial appointment. Based on your unique concerns and situation, your counselor will make recommendations for you to get the support you need.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
  • CAPS Locations: www.fau.edu/counseling/appointments/make
• Suicide Hotline Number: 988
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report
• To learn more and see mental health resources available to you, click here: Talk to a Therapist (fau.edu)

Problems with drinking or drug use

Have you missed class, work, or other important activities because of drinking or drug use? Have you done things you regret because of drinking or drug use? Have other people expressed concern about your drinking or drug use?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Counseling & Psychological Services: CAPS provides consultations and recommendations to students who are struggling with substance abuse. Students who meet eligibility criteria can participate in individual or group therapy at CAPS for substance abuse.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• Owls Care Health Promotion:
  • BASICS/CASICS
    • BASICS (Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students) is a program for students who want to explore their alcohol use in a judgement-free environment. It takes two sessions, typically 2 weeks apart, to complete the BASICS program.
    • CASICS (Cannabis Screening and Intervention for College Students) is a similar program geared towards assessing marijuana use.
    • www.fau.edu/owlscare/services/consultations
  • Smoking Cessation Resources: Community partners offer smoking cessation courses for FAU students, staff, and faculty. Please contact the Area Health Education Center at the link below.
  • www.eahectobacco.com
• The Collegiate Recovery Community: The purpose of this organization is to create a safe and accepting community for people in recovery and people in support of the process of recovery. They also aim to minimize the stigma surrounding addiction by increased awareness.
• fau.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/collegiaterecoverycommunity
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report
• To learn more and see substance safety resources available to you, click here: Substance Safety (fau.edu)

Anxiety or Frequent Worry

Do you feel on edge or panicky? Is it hard to calm your mind and focus? Do you feel physical tension in your body or like you just can’t relax?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Counseling & Psychological Services: Students can meet with a counselor at CAPS for an initial appointment. Based on your unique concerns and situation, your counselor might recommend individual therapy or group therapy. Understanding Self and Other, Mindfulness, or our Anxiety groups can be helpful for students who struggle with anxiety.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• To learn more and see additional mental health resources available to you, click here: Talk to a Therapist (fau.edu)
• Student Accessibility Services can provide academic accommodations to students who have a diagnosed anxiety disorder.
  • www.fau.edu/sas
• Student Health Services provides patient-centered high-quality healthcare to promote lifelong wellness.
  • Student Health Services (fau.edu)
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report

Culture, Identity, and Community Concerns

Do you feel discriminated against because of your culture or identity? Are you looking for a community where you feel like you belong with people who understand you? Are you having a hard time adjusting to the culture of FAU, South Florida or the US?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Counseling &Psychological Services: Students can meet with a counselor at CAPS for an initial appointment. Based on your unique concerns and situation, your counselor might recommend individual therapy or group therapy. CAPS runs groups each semester for students with a variety of cultural and/or diversity concerns. See CAPS website for our most recent group schedule.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• Student Government's Multicultural Programming: This group empowers students and enriches multiculturalism on the Boca Raton campus. Multiculturalism is achieved by collaboration and dialogue between various cultural and ethnic student organizations. They are committed to providing programs which cover a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, tribal, religious, and linguistic diversity.
  • fau.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/mp
• The Women's Resource and Community Connection as a part of Owls Care Health Promotion provides a multifaceted approach to targeting the meaning & belonging, health & wellness, career preparedness, and student success of communities of women and other individuals at FAU. The WRCC helps to connect students with the services and resources they need to do their best! Visit their website or Instagram for a full list of resources and events.
  • Instagram: @fauowlscare
  • www.fau.edu/owlscare/womenandgender
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report
• To learn more and see self advocacy resources available to you, click here: Health Self Advocacy (fau.edu)

LGBTQIA+ concerns

Are you questioning your sexual orientation or gender identity? Do you feel like you need help connecting to the LGBTQIA+ community on campus or in the surrounding area? Do you feel discriminated against because of your orientation or identity?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Counseling & Psychological Services: Students can meet with a counselor at CAPS for an initial appointment. Based on your unique concerns and situation, your counselor might recommend individual therapy, group therapy, relationship counseling or the LGBTQ+ Peer Mentoring Program. CAPS offers an LGBTQ+ support group and a Gender Journey group. See CAPS website for our most recent group schedule.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• Center for Inclusion, Diversity Education, and Advocacy: IDEAs houses FAU’s LGBTQ+ resource center. The resource center sponsors several events including the Drag Show and Lavender Graduation, as well as provide Safe Zone training. Check out their website for resources, events, and programs they offer.
  • www.fau.edu/diversity
• Pride Student Alliance: PSA means to serve as an all-inclusive and fun environment, focused on developing friendships and providing opportunities for safe, open discussion and social interaction. We aim to support the LGBTQ+ community through fundraising, advocacy, and the dissemination of information.
  • fau.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/pridestudentalliance
• BLISSS: BIPOC LGBTQIA+ Individuals Seeking Safe Spaces: This organization aims to provide a safe space for individuals with the intersections of being LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC. This is a safe environment for similar individuals to also have fun on campus.
  • fau.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/blisss
• Crystal Queer: Creates environments and opportunities across campus for students within the LGBTQIA+ community to have safe spaces for growth, connection, and resources. The organization intends to support members of the community while also advocating for campus-wide representation concerning queer history, culture, stigma, and health promotion through collaboration with students, faculty, staff, and other organizations.
  • fau.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/crystalqueer
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report

Health (Physical, Sexual and Mental)

Do you have a health condition you are trying to understand or manage effectively? Do you have new or worsening physical or emotional symptoms? Have you experienced a marked change in your physical, emotional, or sexual functioning?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS): Students can meet with a counselor at CAPS for an initial appointment. Based on your unique concerns and situation, your counselor might recommend individual therapy or group therapy.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• Owls Care Health Promotion:
  • Resources: Students can pick up free wellness resources (menstrual products, condoms, stress balls, snacks, and so much more). View this Wellness Map to locate a wellness cart closest to you.
  • Events: Students can get tools and information to help them be healthy, responsible, and successful. To keep updated on events and programs, follow them on Instagram or visit their website.
    • Instagram: @fauowlscare
    • www.fau.edu/owlscare
  • Sexual Health Resources
    • www.fau.edu/owlscare/caring_for_self/sexual_health
• Student Health Services (SHS): SHS provides high quality healthcare, education and public health services to a diverse community to enhance student learning and promote lifelong success. Their services include primary & acute health care, sexual & reproductive health, LGBTQ+ care, a dental clinic, nutritional services, and psychiatric services. SHS is in-network with various medical and dental insurance plans.
  • www.fau.edu/shs
• Campus Recreation: For students wanting to improve their physical health, Campus Recreation offers individual fitness consultations, personal training, group fitness classes, outdoor adventures, club/intramural sports, and access to their equipment and facilities.
  • www.fau.edu/campusrec
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report
• Visit Health and Wellness MyFAU to learn more and see resources available to you.
  • Health and Wellness MyFAU

Physical or Sexual Assault

Are you a victim of physical or sexual assault? Are you in a relationship that you or others worry might be abusive? Have you experienced abuse or assault in the past and worry about how it is affecting you?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Counseling & Psychological Services: Students who are the victim of a recent assault can be seen at CAPS for an emergency appointment. You may walk in to CAPS during business hours and be seen by the on-call counselor. After business hours, you can reach an on-call clinician by calling CAPS main number and following the appropriate prompts: (561) 297-3540. Students also can meet with a counselor at CAPS for an initial appointment. Based on your unique concerns and situation, your counselor can make recommendations to get you help that you need. This might include individual or group therapy at CAPS.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• Student Health Services: Students in need of physical exams, injury help, emergency contraception, gynecological exams, and testing for sexually transmitted infections may make an appointment in the clinic. Services offered are low-cost and certain insurances are accepted.
  • www.fau.edu/shs
• Owls Care Health Promotion: OCHP offers resources, trainings, and events for the following topics:
  • Bystander Intervention
    • www.fau.edu/owlscare/caring_for_others/bystander_intervention
  • It's On Us: A national campaign that strives to raise awareness on campus sexual assault across the nation through prevention, education, and programs, FAU hosts It’s On Us as part of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month (April).
    • www.fau.edu/campuslife/itsonus
  • Domestic Violence Awareness: Nationally recognized every year in October, FAU hosts an incredible week of events, resources, education, and fun as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
    • www.fau.edu/campuslife/dva
  • Sexual Assault Prevention
    • www.fau.edu/owlscare/caring_for_others/sexual_assault_prevention
• Dean of Students - Victim Services: Victim Services can act as a liaison between a student and FAU and provides assistance in exploring campus resources to meet students’ needs.
  • www.fau.edu/dean/victimservices
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report
• To learn more about additional safe and healthy relationship resources, click here: Healthy Relationships (fau.edu)

Worried about a friend or changes in a friend's behavior

Have you noticed a friend is spending a lot of time alone? Is a friend missing class, work or other responsibilities? Have you noticed a friend is more irritable or sad?

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, click to learn more about resources.

• Counseling & Psychological Services: Students can meet with a counselor at CAPS for a consultation. During this appointment, you can learn about resources and how you can talk to your friend.
  • www.fau.edu/counseling
• Kognito is a free online interactive training to help students identify warning signs, develop communication skills, and learn how and where to refer students for help.
  • kognitocampus.com/login
• Owls Care Health Promotion: Tips on how to talk to a friend dealing with sexual assault, alcohol abuse, anger, depression, and disordered eating are all featured on the website:
  • www.fau.edu/owlscare/caring_for_others/bystander_intervention
• FAU Police Department: Students can request wellness checks from FAU PD's non-emergency line below:
  • 561-297-3500 / www.fau.edu/police
• Housing & Residential Education: Students can also request wellness checks from Housing by visiting their website, or going to their building's RA (Resident Assistant) or Professional Staff member about potential wellness checks.
  • www.fau.edu/housing
• Dean of Students: The DOS can do a “welfare check” on students of concern. You may contact the DOS if you are concerned about a student and feel it would be helpful for the university to check in on their wellbeing.
  • www.fau.edu/dean
• Report a concern:
  • www.fau.edu/report
• To learn more about additional mental health resources, click here: Talk to a Therapist (fau.edu)