Health and Safety
A Message to Faculty and Staff
About Student Mental Health Services
From
President Amy Gutmann
Provost Vincent Price
Executive Vice President Craig Carnaroli
The health and safety of our students is a primary concern to all of us at Penn. When mental health issues arise for students, they often do not know where to turn, and a trusted faculty or staff member can make an important difference in getting them the help they need.
Mental health is a topic that can be uncomfortable to discuss. As a result, many people, including college students, may not seek help when they are feeling distressed. We are writing to remind you of the extensive support services that are available at Penn if you become aware of students who need assistance.
While this information has been conveyed to students regularly, in many different forms, we want to make sure that faculty and staff are also aware of the programs that are in place. We hope you will join with us in helping students stay informed of the support that is available to them at Penn.
Our message to students is unwavering: “You are not alone. Tell a friend, talk to an advisor, reach out to a trusted staff member, faculty member, or your family. Support is all around you.” Each of you is an important part of that support network. Working together, we can ensure a safe and healthy environment for every Penn student.
Services that are available to Penn students include:
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS):
215-898-7021
215-349-5490 (Nights and weekends. Ask for CAPS counselor on call.)
University Chaplain’s Office: 215-898-8456
Student Health Service:215-746-3535
Department of Public Safety Special Services 24/7 Hotline: 215-898-6600
Office of the Vice Provost for University Life/Student Intervention Services: 215-898-6081
School Advising and Student Affairs Offices:
Annenberg School for Communication: 215-573-6349
College of Arts and Sciences: 215-898-6341 (Undergraduate) or 215-898-7577 (Graduate School)
Dental School: 215-898-4550
School of Design: 215-898-6210
School of Engineering and Applied Science: 215-898-7246
Graduate School of Education: 215-898-7019
Law School: 215-898-7491
Perelman School of Medicine: 215-898-7190
School of Nursing: 215-898-6687
School of Social Policy and Practice: 215-746-5895
School of Veterinary Medicine: 215-898-3525
Wharton 215-898-7613 (Undergraduate) or 215-573-5756 (Graduate School)
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