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Faculty Resources Directory

This guide is designed to help faculty identify appropriate Division of Academic Engagement and Student Affairs (DAESA) resources for assisting students in a variety of situations.

Resources for You:

 

Does the student pose a danger to themselves or others or need immediate assistance for any reason?

Yes Unsure No
The student's conduct is reckless, dangerous, or suggests harm to self or others The student shows signs of distress, but the severity is unclear No immediate danger, but may need support or resources
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Call UWF Campus Police immediately at 850.474.2415 Submit a Care Referal What is your primary concern regarding the student? Refer to the faculty resources directory below or email callonDAESA@uwf.edu for assistance in finding the best point of contact.

Help a student in crisis

  • The student has been absent from class for an extended period.
  • The student is missing.
  • The student is significantly distressed by a family emergency.
  • The student is overwhelmed by a university-related issue.
  • The student may need assistance accessing resources or programs to address hunger or food insecurity.

Submit a Care Referral

Dean of Students Office
850.474.2384
deanofstudents@uwf.edu

Source: Dean of Students Office, Care Services

Suicide Prevention

In the event of an immediate threat of harm, call 911 right away. 

If you are concerned that a student may be a threat to themselves or others, consult the Dean of Students Office's suicide prevention guide to help you determine the best course of action. If the student expresses a desire, plan, or intention to kill or seriously harm themself or others, call 911 and request a welfare check.

Dean of Students Office - Suicide Prevention Guide
850.474.2384

Source: Dean of Students Office Faculty and Staff 911 Guides

Sexual Assault Response Guide

University faculty/staff are obligated to report (mandated reporters) the name of the student as well as the time, date, and approximate location of the incident to the Title IX Coordinator 850.474.2914.

If a student discloses sexual assault, it is often difficult to know how to react, and yet your reaction is crucial in helping them overcome this trauma and seek support. Please review the following resources and contact the Title IX Coordinator if you have any questions. 

Source: Title IX Programs - Give Help

 

 

Aggression

If you see or are dealing with aggressive behavior or other unusual situations, contact the UWF Police Department (UWFPD). For Emergencies, dial 911.

UWF Police Department
850.474.2415

Source: Office of Students Rights and Responsibilities

Illness

If you see or are dealing with an injured or sick person, refer them to Student Health Services. Staff will see, assess and treat as needed. If the condition seems serious or occurs after hours, contact UWFPD.

Student Health Services
850.474.2172

UWF Police Department
850.474.2415

Source: Office of Students Rights and Responsibilities

Emotional Behavior

If you see or are dealing with a student who “needs to talk to someone” about a personal concern or is experiencing a psychological or emotional crisis, contact Counseling and Psychological Services.

Counseling and Psychological Services
850.474.2420

Source: Office of Students Rights and Responsibilities

Undocumented Disability

If a student has expressed needing academic accommodations for your course, but you have not been provided the required documentation from Student Accessibility Resources (SAR), refer the student to SAR.

Student Accessibility Resources
850.474.2387

Source: Office of Students Rights and Responsibilities

Academic Misconduct

Submit an Academic Misconduct Incident Report if a student has violated the UWF Regulation 3030. The charging party can be a faculty member, department chair, college dean, or the Provost.

Submit an Academic Misconduct Report

Dean of Students Office - Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities
850.474.2384

Source: Report a Concern

Student Code of Conduct

The University is committed to ensuring that all students, faculty, and staff are treated with dignity and respect. UWF affirms its desire to maintain a learning and living environment for all students that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation. To report alleged violations of the Regulation 3.010 of the Student Code of Conduct.

Submit a Conduct Incident Report

Dean of Students Office - Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities
850.474.2384

Source: Report a Concern

Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct

To report any possible violations of UWF’s Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy, contact Title IX Programs. Allegations could be any form of non-consensual sexual activity and unwelcome sexual conduct, including sexual assault (rape/sexual battery), sexual coercion, sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence, non-consensual sexual touching, stalking, obscene or indecent behavior, harassment or violence based on sexual orientation and retaliation.

Report a Title IX Incident

Title IX Programs
850.474.2175

Source: Report a Concern

Student Accessibility Resources has developed a Faculty Toolkit that you can access on their website. If you need immediate assistance, please call or email their office:

Student Accessibility Resources
850.474.2387

The Center for Academic Success (CAS) has developed instructions for faculty on their Academic Checkpoints Confluence page. If you need assistance, please email success@uwf.edu.

Additionally, faculty and staff can issue an alert on any student at any time. When a user issues an alert on a student, an appropriate UWF staff member receives the alert for processing and outreach. These alerts are typically outside of the normal Early Warning Process. Alerts relating to academic issues are automatically forwarded to the student's academic advisor for appropriate follow-up.  

Additional information about the process and instructions on how to issue an alert are available. View in Confluence.

You can use this centralized form to request classroom presentations, workshops, and resources from various departments within our division. 

Presentation Request Form

Department Services and Contact Information
Department Service Contact and Location
Career Development and Community Engagement Available to assist you in providing career development opportunities and resources for our students.
Center for Academic Success Available to assist in early identification and intervention for "at risk" undergraduate students who are experiencing academic difficulty in your course.
Counseling and Psychological Services

If you have a student experiencing a psychological or emotional crisis, contact Counseling and Psychological Services.

If you are seeing aggressive behavior or an emergency situation on campus, call the Campus Police Department at 850.474.2415.
Dean of Students

We encourage you to consult with our office if a student has violated the student code of conduct, or is facing challenges or concerns that are interfering with their success.
Student Accessibility Resources

If a student identifies a disability to you or you suspect an academic barrier due to a possible disability, please direct the student to the Student Accessibility Resources (SAR) Office. SAR staff are available to guide you in meeting accommodation requirements and have put together many helpful online resources as well.
Student Health Services

The Student Health Clinic is a primary health facility that serves actively enrolled UWF Students. Our caring team of professionals is available to serve students when they need medical care or advice.
Title IX Programs If a student discloses to you that they are a victim of sexual assault or sexual violence, you are required to report the incident. Mandated Reporters or any individual wishing to report potentially prohibited behavior must provide information to the University’s Title IX Coordinator.
Tutoring and Learning Resources If a student needs support mastering current course-related knowledge and skills or developing better behavior or study habits, you can refer them to TLR.

Resources for Students:

Sometimes, the best way to support a student is by referring them to the appropriate campus resources. 

 

Mental Health

  • The student appears anxious, worried, or displays sadness and hopelessness.
  • The student demonstrates a pattern of disengagement, withdrawal from activities, or frequent absences.
  • The student displays irritability or has conflicts with others.
  • The student exhibits difficulty with clear thinking or effective communication.
  • The student’s spoken or written work indicates distress, potential self-harm, or thoughts of suicide or harm to others.

Refer students to:
Counseling and Psychological Services
850.474.2420

Attendance Concerns

  • The student is significantly distressed by a family emergency.
  • The student is overwhelmed by a university-related issue.
  • The student is facing extenuating circumstances that significantly impair their ability to continue their academics.
  • The student is facing unforeseen circumstances that cause them to be absent from class.

Refer students to:
Dean of Students Office
850.4740.2384

Medical Care

  • The student needs a diagnosis and/or treatment for minor illnesses or injuries.
  • The student needs access to low-cost immunizations.
  • The student needs over-the-counter medications or first-aid supplies.
  • The student needs a physical
  • The student needs STD Testing

Refer students to:
Student Health Services
850.474.2172

Emergency Financial Support

  • The student is experiencing financial challenges that may hinder them from continuing their education at UWF.

Refer students to:
Dean of Students Office
850.474.2384

Sexual Assault or Misconduct

  • The student needs information regarding accommodations and rights as pregnant or parenting members of the University community.
  • The student needs information about support services.

Refer students to:
Title IX Programs
850.474.2175

Food insecurity

  • The student needs access to nutritious and healthy food options on campus.

Refer students to:
The Argo Pantry
850.474.2384

Discuss a complaint or grievance

  • The UWF Student Ombuds is available to assist students with any concern or complaint at the University.

Refer students to:
The Student Ombuds
850.474.2834

Refer students to:
Dean of Students Office
850.474.2384

 

  • The first-year student* needs help with initial course registration for their first semester at UWF.
  • The first-year student needs help with degree planning.
  • The first-year student is not sure who their first-year advisor is. 

Refer students to:
First Year Advising
850.474.3170

*If the student you are working with is not a first-year, refer them to the advising directory for academic support.

  • The student needs help identifying the behaviors and tools required for academic success.
  • The student needs help mastering current course-related knowledge and skills for general subjects.

Refer students to:
Tutoring and Learning Resources
850.474.3176

  • The student has expressed needing academic accommodations for your course but you have not been provided the required documentation from Student Accessibility Resources.

Refer students to:
Student Accessibility Resources
850.474.2387

 

  • The student needs to withdraw from your course outside of the allowable timeframe due to extenuating circumstances.

Refer students to:
Dean of Students Office
850.474.2384

  • The student needs career support.
  • The student is looking for an internship, part-time or full-time job.
  • The student needs financial support to buy professional attire.

Refer students to:
Career Development and Community Engagement
850.474.2254

 

Report a student of concern

If you are witnessing aggressive behavior or other unusual situations on campus, call the UWF Police Department at 850.474.2415.