If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 9-1-1
Notify the dispatcher that you are on Ohio State campus to ensure correct routing
If you have non-emergency questions for campus police, the number is 614-292-2121
Crisis and other Mental Health Issues In distress or wanting to help someone in distress? Here are some options:
Where to get help Suicide Prevention Working on Prevention and Creating a Culture of Care.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 614-221-5445 or 800-273-8255 Text 4hope to 741741
Counseling and Consultation Service (CCS) Enrolled students get 10 free individual sessions per semester, but also have access to drop-in workshops, and more. Resources are offered online and through the free app “OSUCCS”
Student Health Services Provides accessible, high quality health services for students to support academic success and co-curricular engagement
Sexual Assault Response Network of Central Ohio. (SARNCO) A satellite office opened on the Ohio State campus (33 W 11th Avenue, Room 202) in August 2019 for students, staff & faculty. Everything is confidential 614-688-2518
Office of Institutional Equity exists to help the Ohio State community prevent and respond to all forms of harassment, discrimination and sexual misconduct.
Buckeye Food Alliance (BFA) No Buckeye Should Go Hungry. The Buckeye Food Alliance provides nutritious food items and personal care items free of charge for any Ohio State Student. Located in Lincoln 150, any Buckeye is welcome to drop by the pantry without an appointment during our operating hours
College of Education & Human Ecology Food Pantry Opened in January 2019 & is located in PAES A100. Walk-ins welcome
Psychology Services Center 614-292-2345 105 Psychology Building, 185 Neil Ave
Sexual Misconduct Response and Prevention Title IX reporting
Stress Trauma & Resilience (614) 293-STAR Harding Hospital, 1670 Upham Dr. For professionals & surviviors
Student Legal Services Provide legal advice, representation, education and resources to Ohio State students for things like landlord disputes, traffic violations, and more
Veterans Services Can help with finding benefits and supporting distressed US military veterans
Faculty & Staff can support students by
- contacting CCS or University Institute for Teaching & Learning (UITL regarding classroom matters)
- Kognito online at-risk training for Ohio State faculty/staff
- Suicide Prevention and Intervention online training
Faculty/staff resources for themselves through the Employee Assistance Program
Academic Supports: Resources so students can excel and complete academic programs at The Ohio State University
Center for the Study & Teaching of Writing free one-on-one help with writing at any stage in the process, online writing resources, and more
Chief Information Officer University Information Technology support
Dennis Learning Center: supports students so they can succeed and excel academically. Students thrive by addressing academic issues covering motivation, stress, procrastination, and much more. Free resources include online & in person courses, workshops, and one-on-one Academic Coaching
Digital Union High Tech computer lab, printing and more
Office of Disability Services “Disability” is a broad term that includes, but is not limited to, mental health conditions, chronic health conditions,
temporary injuries, physical/learning disabilities and ADHD
Office of Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships, leadership and engagement
Engineering Technology Services Submit help tickets online for the College of Engineering IT staff
Student Advocacy Center assists with communicating with faculty, navigate academic procedures, etc.
University Libraries You can reserve a room; get help with research issues, publishing and more. Look for a location near you
Wellness Supports: Resources to support healthy smart choices for living your best life
Nursing Mother/Lactation Rooms There are nursing /lactation rooms in “zones” across campus including many on north campus
Ohio State University Child Care Program Provides quality developmentally appropriate early education for the children of students, staff & faculty
Student Wellness Center Goal: empower students to strive for balance and wellness including concerns such as relationship difficulties, adjustment to college, loss and grief, stress management, financial and personal wellness
- Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention Services includes environmental management, recovery community and more.
- Peer Access Line (PAL) Peer-to-peer support is a phone call away. Coming autumn 2019 Phone: 614-514-3333 8 PM – Midnight (only)
- Relationship Education & Violence Prevention tools for healthy relationship choices
- Scarlet and Gray Financial Education striving toward collegiate financial wellness
- Sexual Health free health services
- Student Civility Program topics related to personal responsibility, community safety and civil engagement
- Student Wellness Assessment in-depth anonymous survey to allow you to learn more about your well-being and get resources
- Wellness Coaching provides the tools needed to create the life you want to live. Wellness Coaching may help you with stress management, balancing relationships, navigating transitions, improving confidence, and more.
Stress Management and Resiliency Training SMART Lab uses biofeedback to reduce stress and practice relaxation
Recreational Sports at Ohio State programs and services range from group fitness, aquatics, adventure trips, climbing, drop-in fitness and recreation, intramural sports, sport clubs, personal training, disc golf and many other activities
Professional Development
Career Closet Students can dress professionally, everything needed to make a lasting impression, for free! Available in August each year. Sponsored by Student Life. Watch for announcements
Engineering Career Services THE primary resource connecting Ohio State engineering students and employers. Offers job hunt skills & services
Funding opportunities for professional growth through the Council of Graduate Students (CGS) to help graduate students defray the cost while pursuing professional goals to prepare for their field. These include:
- Career Development Grant
- Ray Travel Award
- Global Gateway Grant
- Delegate Outreach Grant
- CGS Events Funding Requests
Handshake Ohio State’s university-wide position posting system where you have access to search and apply for part-time jobs, internships, co-ops, and full-time career opportunities
Ohio Union Activities Board (OUAB) Grad Enhance, Equip & Prepare
Younkin Success Center in person career counseling, online services, career search support
Relationships and Connections Matter
Engineering Graduate Ambassadors (EGA) organized at the College level. This is a great way to get to know people outside of your program
Global Engagement, Office of International Affairs has lots of fun events for domestic and international students
IEEE-Graduate Study Body Electrical and Computer Engineering student organization
Latino & Latina Engineering Graduate Student Association provide an outlet for students to express their concerns while receiving adequate academic and professional support from their peers, allies, and the University
Ohio State University Office of Student Life consists of more than 40 departments, all dedicated to creating the extraordinary student experience for every Ohio State Buckeye
Ohio Union Activities Board (OUAB) Grad Enhance your experience through family friendly programs, social engagement and more. Quiz night is one of the most popular events. Teams form early each semester!
Society of Black Graduate Engineers committed to promoting diversity in the field of engineering by being active in the College of Engineering recruiting efforts, establishing mentorial relationships among new and senior level graduate students, organizing networking events with industrial and academic professionals, and by participating in community outreach programs
Women in Engineering Graduate Council (WEG-C) establish support for women in graduate engineering, create a comfortable space for discussing issues that are specific to women engineers, and find concrete solutions to being a woman in this field