Student Resources

(Continuously Updated)

University Resources 

Emergency Services 

  • FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE 
    • CALL DPS at 315.443.2224 or 911.
  • FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE HEARING OR SPEECH IMPAIRED OR SITUATIONS WHERE IT IS DANGEROUS OR IMPOSSIBLE TO PLACE A VOICE CALL

Student Outreach & Core Support

  • Free Confidential 24-Hour Support: Call (315) 443- 8000 

Safety, Conduct, and Incident Response 

Financial Resources and Support Available to Students:

  • Office of Financial Aid
    • The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs is available to assist any student regarding issues of financial need. Visit their website for details regarding eligibility, applying for funds and other related questions.
  • Dean of Students Office 
    • The Dean of Students Office can help you connect with resources you might need and plan a system of support.Call (315) 443- 4357 to set up a time that works with your schedule.
  • Hendricks Chapel
    • Student Opportunity Fund
      • Hendricks Chapel is assisting students experiencing financial hardship. Mini-grants are available to meet a wide range of needs, including food, clothing, emergency travel, emergency health care and other non-academic expenses.
    • Coach Mac Food Pantry 
      • Hendricks Chapel also operates a Food Pantry currently located in the Carriage House on South Campus. 

For those who do not meet the federal government’s eligibility guidelines, there is still support available. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid, and a counselor will connect with you to discuss additional options.

**** IF YOU SEE ICE ON CAMPUS NOTIFY DPS AT 315.443.2224  ****

Rapid Response & Emergency Hotlines

  • Syracuse Immigrant & Refugee Defense Network: The volunteer arm of the WCCNY is known as Syracuse Immigrant & Refugee Defense Network (SIRDN). SIRDN works for immigration justice in Central New York and beyond through organizing, advocacy, and solidarity support for directly affected individuals and their families.
    • IF YOU ARE UNDER IMMEDIATE THREAT OF DETENTION/ABDUCTION OR WITNESSING SOMEONE WHO IS, CALL OR TEXT (315) 400- 0920
    • SI SE ENCUENTRA BAJO AMENAZA INMEDIATA DE DETENCIÓN/SECUESTRO O ES TESTIGO DE QUE ALGUIEN LO ESTÉ, LLAME O ENVÍE UN MENSAJE DE TEXTO AL (315) 400- 0920
  • National Immigration Legal Services Directory: Searchable directory to find free or low-cost immigration legal service providers by location or detention facility.
  • Immigrant Defense Project (IDP): Provides Know Your Rights materials, training, and support specifically regarding the intersection of the criminal and immigration systems.
  • ICE Detainee Locator: Tool for family members or legal representatives to locate a person detained by ICE (requires name, birth date, and country of birth).
  • ACLU Immigrants’ Rights: Offers extensive Know Your Rights guides for various scenarios and general advocacy support.

Know Your Rights & Preparedness

  • Frank Hiscock Legal Aid Society: Offers legal assistance in immigration matters(citizenship, humanitarian relief) for immigrants in Central NY.
  • Refugee and Immigrant Self-Empowerment (RISE): Provides case management, literacy programs, and support services for refugees and immigrants in Onondaga County.
  • Volunteer Lawyers Project of Onondaga County (OnVLP): Offers legal advice, brief service, and referrals for low-income individuals facing immigration issues.

Mental Health Resources:

Barnes Center at the Arch  (Counseling Center and Health Services)

Free Confidential 24-Hour Support: Call (315) 443- 8000

Culturally Competent Mental Health Resources 

As the National Alliance on Mental Illness notes, “Mental health conditions do not discriminate based on race, color, gender or identity. Anyone can experience the challenges of mental illness regardless of their background. However, culture, race, ethnicity and sexual orientation can make access to mental health treatment much more difficult.” Although anyone can develop a mental health problem, those of marginalized groups sometimes experience more severe forms of mental health conditions due to unmet needs and other barriers.

Mental Health Resources for Black Students:

Find a Provider:

Mental Health Information & Education 

  • Black Mental Health Alliance: Focuses on education, advocacy, and reducing stigma surrounding mental health.
  • NAMI Sharing Hope: Mental Wellness in the Black Community: An educational program by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) dedicated to reducing stigma and promoting recovery in the Black community.
  • Black Women’s Health Imperative: A national organization focused on the health and wellness of Black women, which includes mental health advocacy and information.

Financial Assistance & Free Mental Health Services

  • BIPOC Healing & Therapy Fund: Provides free, personalized mental health care services for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) adults (18+) in the U.S. This fund supports short-term therapy (often 4 to 12 sessions).
  • Black Men Heal: A grassroots non-profit that provides access to mental health treatment, psycho-education, and community resources, with a specific focus on offering free mental health sessions to men of color.

Mental Health Resources for Latino Students:

Find a Provider:

  • Latinx Therapy: Offers a directory of Latinx therapists and speakers across the country, aiming to connect individuals with culturally and linguistically competent mental health professionals.
  • Therapy for Latinx: A comprehensive online directory that matches individuals with a Latine therapist to help the community heal, thrive, and become advocates for their own mental health.

Mental Health Information & Education

Financial Assistance & Free Mental Health Services

Mental Health Resources for Asian, Asian-American or Pacific Islander Students:

Find a Provider

Mental Health Information & Education

Financial Assistance & Free Mental Health Services

Mental Health Resources for Indigenous Students:

  • One Sky Center: One Sky Center is a National Resource Center for American Indian and Alaska Native Health, Education and Research.They provide a consultant directory specifically for treating mental health and substance use disorder within Native American communities.

Mental Health Information & Education

  • We R Native: A comprehensive, multimedia health resource for Native youth, by Native youth. It provides content and stories about holistic health, positive growth, and mental health topics (My Mind, My Culture).
  • NAMI Indigenous Mental Health Resources: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) provides tailored information, including questions to ask a provider to ensure culturally competent care, and resources related to historical trauma.

Financial Assistance & Free Mental Health Services

  • Indigenous Student Rapid Assistance Funds (Regional): Various Tribal and regional organizations (like the Montana Community Foundation, for example) offer emergency financial relief that can be used for medical and mental health care for students facing unexpected hardships. (Students should check with their college’s Native American Student Services for local, specific grants).
  • Text NATIVE to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling via Crisis Text Line.

Mental Health Resources for Arab Students

Find a Provider:

Mental Health Information & Education

  • Arab American Family Support Center (AAFSC): A non-profit organization that provides multilingual, trauma-informed social services to immigrants and refugees, including mental health counseling and educational resources.

Financial Assistance & Free Mental Health Services

Anti-Racism Resources:

INTERFAITH RESOURCES

    • Hendricks Chapel (All Chaplains): Call (315) 443- 2901
    • Interfaith America: Focuses on building a diverse, equitable, and religiously-inclusive democracy
    • The Pluralism Project: Documents the changing religious landscape in the U.S. and provides resources for teaching and learning about global religious diversity.
    • NAMI FaithNet: A network dedicated to helping faith communities provide mental health support and destigmatize mental illness.

RESOURCES FOR CHRISTIAN STUDENTS

  • Hendricks Chapel Christian Chaplaincies: Includes various denominations such as Catholic (SU Catholic Center), Episcopal, Lutheran, Methodist, Baptist, and Nondenominational ministries. 
  • Campus Bible Fellowship: A student-led organization focusing on Bible study, worship, and building a supportive peer community on campus.
  • Christian Counseling Centers: A network of professional counselors who integrate psychological principles with Christian faith perspectives for mental health support.
  • The Colossian Forum: Provides resources for Christian communities to navigate polarizing topics and conflict through the lens of faith and reconciliation.
  • Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ): A national organization with a strong local presence that offers mentorship, community groups, and leadership development.

RESOURCES FOR MUSLIM STUDENTS

  • Syracuse Muslim Students’ Association: The Muslim Students’ Association (MSA) builds and maintains a community for Muslims at Syracuse University and educates the campus community on Islam and contemporary Muslim issues. The MSA introduces Islamic cultures, heritage and values for understanding and enriching human values.
  • Islamic Society of Central New York: A place of worship and community center located near campus, offering religious programming, social services, and interfaith dialogue.
    • Council on American-Islamic Relations: A national Muslim civil rights and advocacy group working to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil liberties, and empower the American Muslim community.
    • Khalil Center: A psychological and spiritual community wellness center that offers counseling and therapy with a focus on integrating Islamic principles with the professional practice of psychology, serving many Arab and Muslim individuals.
    • The Institute for Muslim Mental Health: Committed to optimizing the Muslim community’s emotional health and well-being by providing a network of mental health professionals and high-quality resources, including the Journal of Muslim Mental Health.

    RESOURCES FOR JEWISH STUDENTS

    • Syracuse Hillel: The center for Jewish life on campus, offering religious services, social events, and holiday celebrations, while fostering a vibrant and inclusive community.
    • Syracuse University Chabad: A “home away from home” for Jewish students, providing weekly Shabbat dinners, educational classes, and pastoral counseling.
    • The Blue Dove Foundation: Focuses on mental health and substance abuse awareness within the Jewish community, providing tools to connect Jewish ritual and professional mental health.
    • Syracuse Jewish Family Services (SJFS): Offers clinical counseling, elder care, and refugee resettlement services in the Syracuse area, guided by Jewish values.

    RESOURCES FOR HINDU STUDENTS

    • Syracuse Hindu Student Association (HSC): Provides a space for Hindu students to practice their faith, celebrate festivals like Diwali and Holi, and discuss the application of Hindu philosophy in modern life.
    • The Hindu American Foundation (HAF): An advocacy group providing resources on Hindu civil rights, education, and public policy, while promoting the “Shanti” (peace) principle.
    • Hindu American Seva Communities: Focuses on service and mental health awareness within the Hindu community, emphasizing the connection between yoga, meditation, and well-being.

    RESOURCES FOR BUDDHIST STUDENTS

    • Syracuse Buddhist Meditation Association:  An organization providing opportunities and support for students from any or no faith or tradition to develop and deepen a meditation practice, and to participate in Sangha, the community of meditation practitioners.
    • Zen Center of Syracuse: Located nearby at Hoen-ji, it offers meditation sessions (zazen), retreats, and teachings on Zen Buddhism for students and the public.
    • Buddhist Insight Network: Provides resources for finding meditation groups and connects the practice of mindfulness with emotional health and social justice.
    • Tricycle: The Buddhist Review: An educational resource offering articles, online courses, and guides on Buddhist philosophy and its application to modern mental health.

    Voting Resources: