Student Support & Advocacy Services

Confidential Support for Complex Issues

Student Support & Advocacy Services uses consultation, advocacy and various resources to support Wildcats who might be challenged by crises, complex issues or other barriers that might impede their academic success.

By supporting students in navigating university systems, structures and resources, we hope to foster skills to enhance individual agency and resilience within a diverse and contemporary Wildcat Community.

Student Support & Advocacy Services is not counseling; however, it is confidential. Our team provides support and information and facilitates systems navigation. In addition, the department:

• Provides sexual assault and relationship violence prevention education
• Offers confidential one-on-one support to students navigating personal identity exploration, experiences of sexual assault, relationship violence or bias; or consultation on programmatic or academic projects.*
• Supports and works with the academic colleges and departments.
• Offers content consultation, training and collaboration to students, student groups, JWU departments, and community partners.

_{*These services are also offered at the Bridge for Diversity, Equity & Social Justice.}