Wellness & Self-Care Resource Guide for Students

Academics can be overwhelming, especially in the first few semesters. At OWU, there are many ways to get help.

• Sagan Academic Resource Center
  • ➼ The Academic Skills Center assists students in areas such as time management, note-taking, study and test-taking skills, and stress management.  For an additional level of academic and coaching support, students may choose to participate in Bishop ACCESS—a fee-based program for students who wish to enhance executive functioning skills.
  • ➼ The Accessibility Services Office promotes access and opportunities for students with disabilities through collaboration with the other Centers in the Sagan Academic Resource Center and collaborates across campus with Counseling, the Residential Life Office, the Office of Holistic Advising, and the faculty.
  • ➼ Departmental Peer Tutoring is available for a variety of subjects, including, but not limited to, Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, and Spanish. Click the link above to view current offerings.
  • ➼ The Quantitative Skills Center provides tutoring and assistance to both individuals and groups in any quantitative area of their studies, as well as GRE preparation. The Q-Center is staffed by peer and professional tutors with advanced mathematics experience.
  • ➼ The Writing Center provides one-on-one tutoring and instruction by professional writing consultants and peer tutors. Besides working with students on writing skills and assignments across the curriculum, the staff works with students on resumes, cover letters, and personal statements for graduate and professional schools.

• OWU Library
  • ➼ The OWU Library is prepared to help you with every step of the research process from picking a paper topic to finding resources to assisting with source citations. You can send an email, chat online, or book an appointment with a subject librarian. 
  • ➼Use Sage Skills: Student Success to learn research best practices, information literacy basics, and how to become a better writer. Or access Sage Skills: Business to practice skills you will need after college. 
  • ➼Library staff are great campus connectors! If you have a question or concern but are unsure which department to contact, they can help guide you to the correct place. 

The transition to university life can be stressful but there is a lot of support available to you. As an OWU student, you have access to free mental health treatment and support through Counseling Services. 

OWU Counseling Services is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5pm (closed from 12-1pm for lunch.) To schedule an intake appointment for ongoing counseling or for a brief consultation, call 740-368-3145. 

If you prefer virtual care or would like to access additional mental health resources, at no cost to you, create an account online through Uwill. 

For crisis help, mental health professionals are available 24/7 by calling 833-646-1526. You can also contact 911 or Public Safety (740-368-2222) for emergency care. 

• The Anxiety & Depression Association of America
  • ➼ This directory of support groups can help you connect with others having similar struggles.
• Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective
  • ➼ A virtual directory of Black mental and physical health servicers. 
• Centre for Interactive Mental Health Solutions
  • ➼ 8 Session free online CBT course for those struggling with depression.
• iPrevail
  • ➼ A virtual wellness program.
• LGBTQ+ Psychotherapists of Color
  • ➼ A virtual directory of BIPOC mental health servicers. 
• National Alliance on Mental Illness
  • ➼ Many programs, blogs, and information about how to get assistance with mental health related struggles.
• Stronghearts Helpline
  • ➼ This service is for Native American and Alaskan Native peoples to find help when they are in crisis. 
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
  • ➼ This website has an available helpline, as well as a locator to find mental health services in your area
• The Trans Lifeline
  • ➼ An organization ran by and for trans people that offers direct emotional and financial support.
• The Trevor Project
  • ➼ This organization offers immediate support from an LGBTQ+ crisis counselor, as well as tools to cope during a mental health crisis. 
• For many more, and always updating, there is Megan Thee Stallion's Mental Health Resource.
  • ➼ This resource is created with her album "Traumazine" as well as a music video chronicling mental health stigma. This list is updated periodically with new resources for folks needing mental health resources.  

OWU's Career Connection offers many opportunities for students to start their careers, even before graduation. 

• ➼ Career Connection can help you establish your career goals, path, and any anxiety you have about your future career. They have resources for every step of the way.