Support for Times of Crisis

Cornell is a global community. Natural disasters, political conflicts, and violence happening around the world can profoundly affect our campus community. We care deeply about your well-being. Cornell offers support services to help students, faculty, and staff cope with turbulent times.

For Students

Ithaca Campus

• Cornell Health offers a variety of support services for undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, including resources for students with partners or children.
• Counseling and Psychological Services provides options for discussing any concern, including confidential Let's Talk drop-in consultations with a Cornell Health counselor.

• Group counseling is available on many topics, including groups specifically for international students and some graduate student–only groups. Check to see what’s available this semester.
• For students enrolled in the Graduate School, the Graduate Student Life team is available to help you navigate personal concerns and challenging life situations. Check out self-care tips for graduate and professional students.
• Student Disability Services (SDS) supports you when life situations impair your ability to function optimally (e.g., thinking, learning, breathing, sleeping, eating, or meeting basic needs). Reach out to SDS to explore temporary academic accommodations to assist in navigating the current moment by completing the SDS disclosure form.
• Campus ministers and spiritual advisors at the Office of Spirituality and Meaning Making are available to listen as you process the emotions and questions a crisis can raise. Call (607) 255-6002 or email osmm@cornell.edu.
• Student Support and Advocacy Services can be a starting point if you are unsure which resource you need or if you have a specific concern.

Cornell Tech Campus

• Weill Cornell Medicine is the primary care provider for Cornell Tech students. You can also connect with Medical Resources or reach out to the Student Wellness team. Email studentwellness@tech.cornell.edu if you need support.
• Counseling and Psychological Services offers embedded therapist services on-site at Cornell Tech. Services include in-person and online individual and group counseling, workshops, and referrals. These services are supported by your student health fee.
• Group counseling is available on many topics, including groups specifically for international students and some graduate student–only groups. Check to see what’s available this semester.
• Student Disability Services (SDS) supports you when life situations impair your ability to function optimally. Reach out to SDS to explore temporary academic accommodations by completing the SDS disclosure form.

For Faculty and Staff

• The Cornell Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) provides individual, confidential, and free counseling services to benefits-eligible employees, spouses/partners, retirees, and postdocs. Call 607-255-2673 or email fsap@cornell.edu.
• Bree Health Confidential Counseling Services also provides free 24/7 counseling services to benefits-eligible employees. Call 1-800-327-2255.