You make your own decisions as to what is best. Mediators don't assign blame, judge who is right or wrong, or make decisions about what should happen. They help both parties discuss the problem openly and identify solutions that are likely to last. School, work, family, and relationship responsibilities are demanding and can affect a student's ability to succeed in school. Counseling staff members consult and collaborate with students, faculty, and staff in providing a coordinated response to resolving student adjustment and performance issues.
Services are confidential.
Personal development workshops provide students with opportunities to develop personal management skills that will enable them to succeed academically and personally. Certificate in Interpersonal Skills is an individually tailored program of workshops and self-help resources to help students enhance their interpersonal skills. Crisis intervention assistance is provided to members of the university community who are experiencing crises that affect their ability to function in the community. The Counseling Center also contains Learning Services, Black Peer Counseling, and the Multicultural Research and Resource Center. See these sections elsewhere in this chapter.