Referring Clients to TAMU services

Information for Consultants

The UWC mission statement includes thegoal “to provide faculty and students of TexasA&M University with the opportunity toenhance written communications skillsthrough the use of both face-to-face andonline consulting sessions, and other resources.”

Tell somebody

If you observe any behavior that is concerning, report it: http://tellsomebody.tamu.edu or tell a UWC administrator.

Erratic or unusual behavior Veiled threats or disturbing speech Inappropriate anger ANYTHING that seems wrong

Psychological Emergency

A psychological emergency is when someone is a threat to himself/ herself or others.

Any threatening statements should be taken seriously!

http://scs.tamu.edu/emergency/

Business Hours Emergencies

For psychological emergencies, Mon–Fri, 8 am - 5 pm

Emergency walk-in service. No appointment is needed. Call 979-845-4427 and let SCS know–ask the client if he/she wants to talk to a counselor.

If you feel comfortable, ask the client if you can walk him/her over to Room B103 of Cain Hall, and tell the receptionist you need to see the Emergency/Crisis Counselor.

After Hours Emergencies

For psychological emergencies after business hours (4 pm - 8 am weekdays & 24 hours a day weekends):

Call the HelpLine at 979-845-2700.

Alcohol & Drug Problems

Free and confidential assessments

Counseling

Referrals to campus resources and community treatment agencies

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/adep/

Sexual Violence

Anyone can be a victim of sexual violence, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. Take seriously any clients who confide in you, regardless of their identity.

You can help by:

Listening Lending emotional support Providing vital information

Sexual Violence Resources Advocacy and support services call: Gender Issues

Education Services 979-845-1107

Counseling 979-845-4427; or HELPLINE (off-hours) 979-845-2700

Medical exam/rape kit from Brazos County Rape Crisis Center 979-731-1000

Emergency Contraception Hotline 1-800-584-9911

Police : 9-911 on campus or 911 off campus

Counseling Options

Students currently enrolled at Texas A&M University who have paid the Student Service Fee are eligible for an initial consultation.

The SCS provides individual, group, and couples counseling for personal concerns that are common among undergraduate and graduate students.

http://scs.tamu.edu/counseling/

Academic Counseling Staff academic counselors lead individual or group sessions. Typically addressed concerns are:

goal setting, motivation test anxiety, study systems procrastination, time management effective reading, note-taking academic probation

http://scs.tamu.edu/academic/LSC.asp#ace

PASS

Programs for Academic Success Skills (PASS)

Help with studying

Knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for academic success

Screening for learning disabilities

Certificate program available

http://scs.tamu.edu/academic/LSC.asp#ace

Career Counseling Workshops and Seminars

Choosing a MajorDo What You AreCareer Quest

Self-Help Resources 500+ books, information sheets, video and audio tapes

Career TestingInterest testingIdentify interests, work values, personality characteristics, and abilities

http://scs.tamu.edu/academic/CCTC.asp#selfhelp

Student Learning Center Free tutoring in most subjects (except writing and oral

presentations, of course); Tutor Zones can be found in the MSC Flag Room and Studio 12 of the Commons during fall and spring semesters

Supplemental instruction for specific classes

Courses in study skills, time management, career preparation

Teams with UWC to host the annual Peer Educator Conference

http://slc.tamu.edu/

Library Services Everything you need, from finding a book or a

movie to consulting with a librarian

Tutorials for academic integrity

Laptops, Kindles, tours, and more

http://library.tamu.edu/services/ or http://library.tamu.edu/

Thesis Office

Review of theses and dissertations to ensure they meet TAMU formatting standards

Located in Evans Library

Advice, templates, and handouts to help students through the process of publishing a thesis or dissertation

Thesis Manual available online.

http://thesis.tamu.edu/

Student Mediation Services

Assistance through mediation by facilitating communication between parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or understanding of one another

Example: Roommate dispute

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/scrs/StudentConductServices/MediationServices.html

Student Legal Services Advice for students concerning legal

problems and help finding legal representation.

Information about legal rights and responsibilities.

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/scrs/StudentLegalServices/StudentLegalServicesHomepage.html

Student Conduct ServicesAssistance for students in conduct hearings or appeals and other disciplinary matters

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/scrs/StudentConductServices/StudentConductServicesHomePage.html

Aggie Honor System Office

Enforcement of the Aggie Honor System

Aggie Honor Council

Resources for students to encourage academic integrity (including a link to the UWC!)

http://aggiehonor.tamu.edu/

Disabilities Services

Access to all university programs and activities for students with disabilities

Letters to explain any accommodations disabled students’ need for equal access

Information on helping students with disabilities reach their full potential

http://disability.tamu.edu/

International Student Services Basic information and help for all TAMU

international students, including visas, work documents, living arrangements, taxes, immigration, and other needs

Links to useful language resources such as the UWC

http://international.tamu.edu/iss/default.asp

Career Center Employer Research On-Campus Interviews & Job Postings Cooperative Education & Internships Special Programs Calendar of Events Orientations & Workshops Web Resources Career Fairs

http://careercenter.tamu.edu/

Office of Professional and Graduate School AdvisingInformation and support services for entry into:

Medical school Dental school Law school Allied health careers Graduate school programs

http://honors.tamu.edu/opsa/default.aspx

Financial Resources

Student Employment Officehttp://jobsforaggies.tamu.edu/

Financial Aidhttp://financialaid.tamu.edu/

Student Business Serviceshttp://sfs.tamu.edu/