What Does Care & Outreach Do?
For Students
- Provide individualized assistance to undergraduate and graduate students experiencing hardship circumstances
- Serve as advocate for student needs while empowering students to advocate for themselves.
- Send Instructor Notifications (informs faculty when a verified situation may affect a student’s class attendance)
- Coordinate on and off-campus resource referrals
For Faculty and Staff
- Support faculty and staff working with students in distress
- Distinguish the difference between disruptive students and students in distress.
- Provide trainings and informational sessions to campus and community partners about working with students experiencing challenges and the role of DOS Care and Outreach
For Parents and Family
- Provide guidance to parents and family seeking help and information on behalf of their students.
Who Should Reach Out to Care & Outreach
- Any UNG student who is experiencing circumstances that challenge their personal, social, or academic success
- Anyone concerned about the personal, social or academic success of a UNG student
When Should I Reach Out to Care & Outreach
Anytime! Regardless of how big or small your concern may be, we are here to provide guidance to get you the support you need. Don’t wait until a situation becomes unmanageable to reach out.
If you are concerned about a student, faculty or staff member who is exhibiting self-destructive or disruptive behaviors, please make a referral using the See Something/Say Something form.
If you or any other person is in immediate danger, call Public Safety (706-864-1500) or 911.
How Do I Connect with Care & Outreach?
