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Helpful Resources

Counseling Center

http://counseling.missouri.edu

1. 119 Parker Hall (6th St between Elm and Stewart), 573-882-6601
2. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
3. Group and individual therapy, consultation, and programming for MU Students. MUCC also offers consultation to students who need help assisting a friend. Group schedules available here.
4. On-call crisis services available during regular business hours.

RSVP (Relationship & Sexual Violence Prevention Center)

http://rsvp.missouri.edu

1. G210 MU Student Center, 573-882-6638
2. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
3. Provides referral services and support for survivors of relationship and sexual violence, as well as education about the issues for the campus at large.

LGBTQ Resource Center

http://lgbtq.missouri.edu

1. Offers a supportive space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, with knowledgeable staff on many topics. Provides a referral source for all manner of questions and concerns.
2. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
3. G225 MU Student Center, 573-884-7750

Wellness Resource Center

http://wellness.missouri.edu

1. G202 MU Student Center, 573-882-4634
2. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
3. Prevention services on a variety of wellness topics. Resources include a library, peer education programs, and off-campus housing assistance.

Women's Center

http://womenscenter.missouri.edu/about/what-we-do/

1. G108 MU Student Center (911 Rollins Street), 573-882-6621
2. Hours: Monday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Tuesday - Friday 8:00 a.m.-6:00p.m., Saturday - Sunday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
3. The MU Women’s Center welcomes students, staff, faculty and members of our local community. The Center provides opportunities for learning, service and support for those who seek to further their understanding of social justice. No matter if you are looking for a place to lounge, to attend programs, to borrow a book or grab some free candy; the WC is a space where you can find your place.

Employee Assistance Program

http://counseling.missouri.edu/employee-assistance-program/index.php

1. 119 Parker Hall, 573-882-6701
2. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
3. The University Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a confidential, professional service provided to all employees, their families, retirees, and organizational work units. The EAP provides a variety of services to help employees influenced by a range of personal concerns or stressors. The EAP also assists work units and the larger organization to improve quality and productivity. A summary list of individual and organizational factors addressed by the EAP is as follows.

Office of Disability Services

http://disabilityservices.missouri.edu

1. S5 Memorial Union, 573-882-4696
2. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Residential Life

http://reslife.missouri.edu

1. 0780 Defoe-Graham Hall, 573-882-7275

Veterans Center

http://veterans.missouri.edu

1. N5 Memorial Student Union, 573-884-4383
2. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
3. Provides resource and referral services for all members of the military community.

University Hospital

1. Emergency Department, University of Missouri Hospital (1 Hospital Drive), 573-882-4141

Student Health Center

1. 4th floor University Physicians Medical Buliding (1101 Hospital Drive) Medical services, 573-882-7481
2. SHC provides 4 free counseling sessions with a psychologist and 4 free sessions with a psychiatrist (for medication): 573-882-1483

Psychological Services Clinic

1. Psychology Building (211 South 8th Street), 573-882-4677
2. Hours: Monday 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Tuesday - Thrusday 9:00 a.m.-8:00p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
3. Services Available:
1. Individual counseling and therapy
2. Marital and couples counseling
3. Family therapy
4. Child & adolescent treatment
5. Dialectical Behavior Therapy
6. General Information

January 2013

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February 2013

Mental Health First Aid Training for Students

Friday, February 1, 2:00pm-6:00pm & Saturday, Feburary 2, 9:00am-6:00pm, Student Center 2205A/B

1. Someone you know could be experiencing a mental illness or crisis. You can help them. You are more likely to encounter someone—friend, family member, coworker, student, neighbor, or member of the community—in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack. Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to people with the signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in a crisis, and connect them with the appropriate professional, peer, social, or self-help care.
2. Sometimes, the best first aid is you. Take the course, save a life, strengthen your community. Trainings are offered at no cost to MU students (if you attend) and funded through the Garrett Lee Smith Suicide Prevention Grant.
3. Register at http://counseling.missouri.edu/student-services/mhfa/mhfa-register-students.php

Grief and Loss Workshop

Wednesday, February 6, 3:30pm-4:30pm, Student Center 2206B

1. Grief is a normal response to loss and can result from death, break ups, moves, and other life experiences. Myths about grief persist (e.g., Time heals all wounds). This monthly workshop will offer support and explore ways of coping that maximize recovery.

Safe Space Training

Thursday, February 7, 5:30pm-7:30pm, MU LGBTQ, G225 MU Student Center

1. Learn to be a resource for LGBTQ and ally students. Safe Space is a training designed to give you the tools and knowledge you need to be an effective ally. From more info, please contact safespace@missouri.edu.

Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Monday, February 18-Friday, February 22, various campus locations and times

1. This is a series of events for National Eating Disorders Awareness Week planned to reduce the stigma surrounding eating disorders, improve access to treatment, and work toward preventing eating disorders and body image issues. Sponsored by the Counseling Center, Women's Center, and Love Your Body Committee.

Eating Disorders Awareness Bulletin Board Contest

Due Monday, February 18; displayed until Friday, February 22, various campus locations

1. Design a bulletin board or banner for your residence hall, student organization, or sorority to raise awareness of eating disorders and the recovery process, show how to help a friend who is struggling, or create a body positive culture in your community. Judging will take place on 2/22/13 with prizes for the winners! Sponsored by the Counseling Center, Women's Center, Love Your Body Committee, and Residence Life.

Operation Beautiful

Monday, February 18, 8:00-5:00pm, Student Union & Student Center restrooms, other locations TBA

1. Post a positive message on the mirror in these public restrooms to encourage each other with words of self-acceptance. Messages posted on that day will be included in a display at the Women's Center to remind us all week that we are beautiful inside and out. Sponsored by the Counseling Center, Women's Center, Love Your Body Committee, and Active Minds.

Film and Discussion pertaining to body image and/or eating disorders

Monday, February 18, time and location TBA

1. Watch a film on body image and/or eating disorders and join in the discussion about the cultural and psychological influences involved with body image, disordered eating, and excessive exercise. A panel will be present to help get the discussion going. Sponsored by the Counseling Center, Women's Center, and Love Your Body Committee.

The Price of Perfection: Eating Disorders in the LGBTQ Community

Wednesday, February 20, 6:00pm, MU LGBTQ, G225 MU Student Center

1. Eating disorders and body image issues affect people of different identities in different ways. This presentation discusses how individuals experience eating disorders and body image issues differently, and is followed by an open discussion about the issues. Co-sponsored with Triangle Coalition.

The Trevor Project: Lifeguard Workshop

Thursday, February 21, 3:00pm-4:30pm, 1209 MU Student Center

1. The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth.
2. Join Morgan Keenan from The Trevor Project for a workshop that:
   1. Examines the impact of language and actions on the experiences and mental health of young LGBTQ people.
   2. Teaches how to recognize the warning signs of depression and suicide among young people and their peers.
   3. Teaches how to respond to those warning signs in a way that keeps young people safe.
3. RSVP to Heather Hoeflicker at heather.hoeflicker@mail.missouri.edu by February 18th at 5p.m.

OUTreach Panelist Info Session

Thursday, February 28, 12:00pm, MU LGBTQ, G225 MU Student Center

1. Are you willing to be on a panel to talk about your experiences? Join our panel team! We want people of all different identities and backgrounds to talk about their personal experiences. We get requests from all over campus to have panels in their groups or classrooms, and we want you to come be a panelist. Lunch provided for the first 25. For more info, please email lgbtqoutreach@missouri.edu.

March 2013

Safe Space Training

Wednesday, March 5, 5:30pm-7:30pm, MU LGBTQ, G225 MU Student Center

1. Learn to be a resource for LGBTQ and ally students. Safe Space is a training designed to give you the tools and knowledge you need to be an effective ally. From more info, please contact safespace@missouri.edu.

Grief and Loss Workshop

Wednesday, March 6, 3:30pm-4:30pm, Student Center 2206B

1. Grief is a normal response to loss and can result from death, break ups, moves, and other life experiences. Myths about grief persist (e.g., Time heals all wounds). This monthly workshop will offer support and explore ways of coping that maximize recovery.

According to Josh

Tuesday, March 12, 7:00pm, Stotler Lounge

1. A 15 character, one-man show about a personal journey through childhood, reality TV, and his father’s suicide. Presented by Josh Rivedal.

April 2013

Safe Space Training

Wednesday, April 3, 4:00pm-6:00pm, MU LGBTQ, G225 MU Student Center

1. Learn to be a resource for LGBTQ and ally students. Safe Space is a training designed to give you the tools and knowledge you need to be an effective ally. From more info, please contact safespace@missouri.edu.

Mental Health First Aid

April 8-9, 15-16, 5:30pm-8:30pm, Memorial Union North 222

1. Someone you know may be experiencing an emotional crisis. You can help. Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to a person with signs and symptoms of an emotional crisis or mental illness and to connect them with to appropriate professional, peer, social, or self-help. This 12-hour class is perfect for any student who wants to make a difference, help a friend, and save a life.
2. This course will be offered in four 3-hour sessions. Please plan to attend all four sessions.
3. Click here to register!

Trans* 101

Wednesday, April 10, 12:00pm-1:00pm, MU LGBTQ, G225 MU Student Center

1. Trans* is an umbrella term for people who transgress or transcend our normative notions of gender. Learn all the basics at this introductory event on trans* identities, definitions, and current cultural, social, and political concerns. There will be time for Q&A. Lunch provided for the first 25.

Pride Parade

Wednesday, April 24, 12:00pm, meet at Circle Fountain outside The Shackp>

1. Bring a poster, bring a message, bring a friend, bring yourself! Show your pride and support of all tigers by marching through campus with us! All are welcome to march with us or cheer as we walk by..

May 2013

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