Wellness resources
Wellness resources within CSE
You are a person first and a student second. Life as a student can be demanding, and it’s normal to face challenges or transitions that feel difficult. The College of Science and Engineering (CSE) provides wellness resources created specifically for CSE students and accessible right here in the college.
CSE Wellness Appointments
CSE students can schedule one-hour appointments with a Wellness Support Coordinator, available either in person or via Zoom. These appointments are designed to provide personalized support, helping you navigate challenges, connect with resources, and maintain your well-being both inside and outside the classroom.
CSE Care Corner (Coming this December 2025)
Need a little extra support? The CSE Care Corner has you covered. Grab free school supplies, hygiene and health items, personal care products and snacks, all for CSE undergraduates.
The pilot launches in early December and will continue through the spring. Students will be asked to scan their UCard when they stop by to help improve the program for everyone.
Additional resources within the University of Minnesota
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Basic Needs and Financial Resources
- Financial Wellness Counseling: Provides personalized financial guidance on topics such as budgeting, loans, and credit through free appointments with a financial wellness counselor at One Stop.
- Housing and Residential Life: Offers resources and support for both on-campus and off-campus housing.
- ISSS Emergency Funds: Provides financial support for international students facing emergency situations through the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS).
- Nutritious U Food Pantry: Offers fresh and healthy food to students experiencing food insecurity.
- Scholarship Search and Resources: Provides tools and information for finding and applying for scholarships.
- SNAP Food Stamps: Offers information and assistance for students eligible for food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
- Student Emergency Funds: Provides financial support for students facing unforeseen emergencies.
- Youth Services Network: Includes an emergency shelter search tool for students facing housing insecurity.
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Connection and Identity-Based Resources
- Asian Pacific American Resource Center (APARC): Provides a supportive space and resources for Asian Pacific American students.
- Fraternity and Sorority Life: Offers opportunities for leadership, service, and community through Greek life.
- Gender and Sexuality Center for Queer and Trans Life: Provides resources and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ students.
- Identity-Based CSE Student Organizations: Creates a supportive community for underrepresented students in the College of Science and Engineering through student groups that focus on shared identities and experiences, fostering inclusion and professional growth.
- Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE): Serves as a support hub for students of color, American Indian students, and first-generation students.
- Office for Equity and Diversity: Promotes equity and diversity through education, outreach, and policy development.
- President’s Emerging Scholars Program: Offers support to students from underrepresented backgrounds to ensure their academic success.
- Student Parent HELP Center: Provides comprehensive support services for students who are balancing parenthood and academics, including academic advising, financial assistance, and access to family-friendly resources.
- Women’s Center: Advocates for gender equity through advocacy, education, and community-building initiatives.
- Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Initiative: Supports and promotes the success of women in STEM fields through mentoring, networking opportunities, and professional development programs within the College of Science and Engineering.
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Health and Wellness Resources
- Boynton Health: Offers a wide range of health services including medical care, mental health support, dental care, and wellness programs, all designed to support the overall well-being of students.
- Boynton Mental Health: Provides comprehensive mental health services, including counseling and therapy.
- CARE Program: Offers brief case management, support, and resources to students as they navigate the University and pursue their academic and personal goals.
- Help Compass: Provides a triage service to quickly assess mental health and wellness needs, and connect students with appropriate care and resources.
- Lactation and Wellness Spaces: Designated areas for nursing and personal wellness across campus.
- Learn to Live: Offers free, confidential online therapy programs for students, covering topics such as social anxiety, depression, insomnia, and stress management, accessible anytime with the code “UMN.”
- Let’s Talk: Provides drop-in consultations with counselors for informal support and resource referrals.
- Recreation and Wellness Center (RecWell): A multipurpose complex offering fitness classes, sports, swimming, and more.
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Legal and Advocacy Resources
- Bias Response and Referral Network: Addresses incidents of bias and provides support to those affected.
- Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Ensures that all students have equal access to educational opportunities.
- Student Advocate Services: Provide assistance to students who have been accused of or charged with violating the Student Conduct Code, University Housing policy, or other academic or conduct policies.
- Student Conflict Resolution Center (SCRC): Helps students resolve university-related conflicts in a fair and impartial manner.
- Student Legal Services: Offers legal representation and advice on issues like landlord/tenant disputes, family law, and more.
- The Aurora Center for Advocacy and Education: Supports victims of sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking.
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Transportation Resources
- 624-WALK Service: Provides a walking escort service to help students safely travel between campus locations and nearby neighborhoods.
- Gopher Chauffeur: A free ride service available for students to ensure a safe way to get home, with rides requested via phone or app.
- Rave Guardian Campus Safety App: Allows students to virtually "walk" with peers and alerts police if a safety timer expires, providing an added layer of campus safety.
- Universal Transit Pass: Grants students unlimited access to the regional transit system in the Twin Cities metro area, helping them travel across the city with ease.
Support CSE students
If you’d like to support programs such as CSE wellness appointments, wellness-focused groups and events, and the CSE Care Corner, please consider donating to the Zarfos Student Mental Health Fund or the CSE Student Mental Health Fund.
Contact us
Email the CSEWell team or schedule an appointment on the CSE Wellness Appointments webpage.
Feel free to contact us:
Lind Hall, Suite 105
[email protected]