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Student Care and Assistance

Student Care and Assistance supports University of Iowa undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in crisis and emergency situations, such as hospitalization, medical emergencies, mental health concerns, chronic conditions, family deaths, natural disasters, off-campus living issues, and unexpected events. As a central campus resource, SCA collaborates with campus partners to provide coordinated efforts that help students overcome challenges and succeed on their path towards graduation.

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Student Health

Student Health provides registered students with services that are comparable to what one would receive from their hometown healthcare provider, with added expertise in the care of college students. Student Health is staffed with board-certified MDs who specialize in family medicine, gynecology, and psychiatry, as well as certified physician assistants who provide additional support.

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Student Wellness

Student Wellness provides a range of services to support students' physical and mental well-being. These services include appointments, group workshops, and events that focus on topics such as nutrition, fitness, stress management, alcohol and drug awareness, tobacco and e-cigarette use, sexual health, and sleep. By offering these essential resources, Student Wellness works to ensure the health and success of our student population.

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Basic Needs

Basic Needs is a set of resources for students to support students during times of need. Our site serves as a directory of campus and community resources that address essential needs, including food insecurity, child care, mental health, and health and wellness. By offering these resources, we strive to promote student well-being and academic success.

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University Counseling Service

University Counseling Service (UCS) supports the Division of Student Life mission for student success by providing mental health services and support to University of Iowa students. The service boasts an inter-disciplinary multicultural team of psychologists, social workers, graduate interns, practicum students, and administrative professionals. The training and interests of the team span a broad range of counseling approaches, with a focus on the unique challenges that college students experience.

Upcoming Events

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The Game of a Healthier Life Online Program

Monday, March 31 to Sunday, April 27, 2025 (all day)
Virtual
Participate in the Game of a Healthier Life from Monday, March 31 to Sunday, April 27 to improve your overall well-being by completing one goal per day for 4 weeks. Each week will have a different theme, with daily goals related to that theme.  Week 1: Physical Activity and Nutrition  Week 2: Stress Management and Time Management  Week 3: Mindfulness, Body Image, and Healthy Relationships  Week 4: Sleep For more information or to register, click here. 
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Free CPR/AED, Red Watch Band Training

Sunday, April 13, 2025 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
The Red Watch Band Program focuses on knowledge, skill, and confidence building regarding preventing death from alcohol overdose. Students are taught the knowledge and skills to "make the call," and using role plays, given opportunities to build confidence to intervene on behalf of another. All students who complete the training will receive CPR and alcohol bystander training, and will be better able to link the impact that alcohol has on the body. Students will also receive training on how to...
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3-hour Silent Mindfulness Retreat

Sunday, April 13, 2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Join us for a three hour silent mindfulness retreat from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. The day will include practice with meditation, yoga, and mind/body skills for relaxation and wellness. The retreat is open both to novices and people with more experience. It is a chance to reconnect to yourself at a time of year that is often hectic, and apply skills that can enhance your immune system, concentration, energy, and your ability to enjoy daily life. Register for the workshop here: https:/...
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Success, Not Excess

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Westlawn
Supporting Students Desiring a Change Success, Not Excess provides a small, safe and supportive space for UI students wanting to make or considering changes in their alcohol or other drug use. The group emphasizes success in academics, relationships, mental and physical health, and other goals through reducing alcohol and other drug use. Meetings are provided by the UI Collegiate Recovery Program. For more information, please visit our website. This is not a treatment group and will not...