Success & Support Resources

All UMD Faculty have office hours designed to be used by students; most are listed on a course syllabus or office door. If you are struggling in a course one of the best things you can do is visit a faculty member during their office hours. NO APPOINTMENT required!
 

• UMD People Directory

Counseling Services
Feelings such as anxiety, anger, depression, low self-esteem, or tension are a normal part of being human and can affect anyone. Sometimes these feelings are temporary and can be eased by rest, relaxation, exercise, good nutrition and the support of trusted friends. At other times, stressors, relationships or past family experiences cannot be managed so easily and become overwhelming. If this happens, and you find it hard to function, you may want to seek professional help.

• Attention and Focus
• Grief Support Group
• Get It Done Group
• Hope and Help Group
• Sober Champs
• Tobacco Cessation QuitPartner
   

Residence Life
If you live on campus and need some support in your community, visit with your RA. Their job is to work in partnership with students living on campus to foster a healthy community.

Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution
One of the TOP issues students face is how to navigate roommate conflicts.

• ON CAMPUS students - Despite residents’ or roommates' best efforts, sometimes roommates are just not compatible for a multitude of reasons. When these moments of conflict and/or non-compatibility arise, UMD Housing & Residence Life offers all residents options on how to resolve the conflicts/concerns. Connect with either your Resident Advisor (RA), Resident Director, or Assistant Director of Housing.
• OFF CAMPUS students, seek out Conflict Coaching options. Facilitators are Student Life professionals.
• Want or need more? Student complaints and grievances
   

Student Life & Sustainability offices
The Student Life office offers Champ's Cupboard for students to stock up on grocery and personal items. In addition, Champ’s Closet serves the needs of UMD students who need professional business attire for internship and job interviews. The Sustainability office offers a FREE STORE to students. Check it out!

Student Groups & Organizations
Transitioning to UMD can be difficult. One way to make the transition easier is to find a group of people with similar interests. Kirby Student Center is a resource for finding student organizations and clubs, free events you can attend, even leadership opportunities. With more than 280 student organizations, you can find the perfect opportunity to get involved.

you@umn
This program is dedicated specifically to student wellbeing. This is a systemwide resource, and topics range from stress and academics to socializing and campus organizations. Find tips and tools for everything from your mental and physical health, to friendships and finding balance. Once you launch the program, you'll be able to access UMD-specific content.

Academic Writing and Learning Center 
Located on the second floor of the Martin Library, the AWLC houses the Tutoring Center and the Writers' Workshop, where students can receive tutoring for many of their courses, assistance with their writing assignments, and other forms of course support. In addition, many tutors are happy to assist students with test-taking and note-taking strategies, and tutor mentors (2nd level of tutoring certification) are also trained in time management and test anxiety. Learn new strategies through their course offerings: z.umn.edu/sspcoursehandout. Some courses are only for 5 weeks!

Students are welcome to make an appointment with any of our tutors or writing consultants, and we also encourage students to email [email protected] so the Tutoring Center coordinators can recommend specific tutors to assist with specific skills.

Disability Resources
Disability Resources assists students with documented disabilities to determine reasonable accommodations and services such as extra time for exams, access to audiobooks, note takers, etc.

Financial Wellness
UMD educates students on the topics of smart borrowing, budgeting, spending, credit, and debt reduction.

Student emergency funds
There are emergency funds available to assist and support students who encounter an unforeseen financial emergency or catastrophic event. Note: Emergency grant funds are limited.