Campus Health Resources

MSU Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS)

(517) 355-8270 (24/7 crisis line, select prompt 1)
If you are in crisis, PLEASE reach out to someone on the faculty or staff. Or contact CAPS, which offers a variety of services to help you cope with these challenging times.

Students interested in accessing CAPS for mental health services can start the process by completing the form found here.

CAPS will continue to offer a robust group counseling program. Updated information about the available groups as well as how to get connected to a group, can be found here.

 

Olin Health Center

(517) 353-4660 (to schedule an appointment; same day appointments often available)
Olin Health Center (463 E. Circle Drive) is the primary health care facility for MSU students. In addition to services at Olin, students can receive primary care services in the Neighborhood clinics located in Brody, Holden, Hubbard and McDonel halls. Visit https://olin.msu.edu/ for more information about services and other frequently asked questions.

 

Nutrition Counseling

(517) 353-4660 (to schedule a nutrition appointment)
Free nutrition counseling is available to MSU students through the Health Promotion Department at Student Health Services. Students can receive support for a wide variety of nutrition concerns that may include refueling for optimal performance, managing nutrition related health issues, eating well with limited time and money, mindful eating practices, managing eight and body image concerns, and normalizing disordered eating behaviors. Visit the MSU Nutrition Counseling website for more information.

 

MSU Center for Survivors

(517) 372-6666 (24/7 help line)
The MSU Center for Survivors works with sexual assault survivors and all others who are impacted by sexual violence, providing free and confidential individual counseling, advocacy, and support groups to MSU students and community. Their 24-hour hotline, crisis chat, and advocacy services are offered to anyone in the greater Lansing community. Visit their site to learn more.

MSU Safe Place

(517) 355-1100
MSU Safe Place addresses relationship violence and stalking; located on the campus of Michigan State University, serving students, faculty, staff, their spouses/partners and non-affiliated members in the greater Lansing Area. MSU Safe Place provides advocacy, emergency shelter, counseling, support groups, safety planning, information and referrals to survivors of violence and their minor children. All support services are free and confidential. Visit the MSU Safe Place website for more information.

 

MSU Office of the University Ombudsperson

(517) 353-8830
The Ombudsperson is a resource for students, faculty and staff to report problems and get insight in a neutral, confidential, informal, and independent manner. They do not take a side, and information provided to them will not be disclosed without the visitor’s permission. They are there to listen, understand, and provide information to help solve problems. They are not mandatory reporters for Title IX issues, and they do not participate in the formal grievance process. The office may be contacted by phone, e-mail (ombud@msu.edu) or through their online problem report form. Visit ombud.msu.edu for more information.

 

MSU Gender and Sexuality Campus Center

(517) 353-9520
The MSU Gender and Sexuality Campus Center offers a variety of support options including references to resources as well as non-emergency support and guidance. Visit the MSU Gender and Sexuality Campus Center and request support online.

 

MSU Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

(517) 355-4506
EAP is a confidential counseling service provided at no cost to MSU faculty, staff, retirees, graduate student employees, and their families. email: eap@hc.msu.edu to request information or visit the EAP website.

 

The HDFS Couple and Family Therapy Clinic

(517) 432-2272
The Couple and Family Therapy Clinic, operated by the MSU Department of Human Development and Family Studies, is offering free counseling sessions to all MSU students throughout the Spring 2018 term. Call to schedule an appointment or visit https://hdfs.msu.edu/clinic for more information.

 

Concerned about alcohol use?
MSU Health Promotion and Engagement

(517) 884-0789
One of many programs offered by MSU Health Promotion and Engagement, the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) program offers information on signs and symptoms of alcohol abuse, how to help a friend, and more. Call the office or visit the program web page for more information.

 

MySSP

An app that provides 24/7 access to counselors, and is free and confidential. Counselors offer services in a variety of languages through chat, video, and phone, and help to connect students to other MSU resources.
To use the service, download the free My SSP app. To learn more about the program, click here.

 

MSU Student Food Bank

Serves MSU students experiencing food insecurity by providing free food and related items
Students who do not have meal plans and are enrolled in fall or spring semester can qualify. For distribution schedule and more information, visit the MSU Student Food Bank website.

MSU Rec Sports

Promotes each participant’s learning experience by engaging the university community in healthy lifestyles through sport, fitness, and recreational opportunities. For more information about locations, schedules, and opportunities, visit the Rec Sports website.