With remote classes and the evolving situation around COVID-19, we understand that you may be experiencing uncertainty in this time we call the new normal. We recognize this is challenging. A reminder that it’s okay to be frustrated. It’s okay to pause. It’s okay to take some time to just be. And remember,
Student Affairs along with our UW–Madison community will support you through this difficult period. You’re not alone – We’re all in this together.
Visit
https://covid19.wisc.edu/for-students/ to find resources and services to support your health, wellbeing, and academic success, available in one space. Below are a few highlights:
Academic and career advisors are still available to students remotely – over the phone, or on a computer/phone as either a voice or video call. Students are also welcome to email their advisors with questions.
The Center for Leadership & Involvement will highlight ways to Get Involved virtually. Look for more
https://cfli.wisc.edu/involvement/.
The
Transfer Transition Program is offering remote advising appointments for incoming students, continuing its weekly newsletter, and consolidating resources that students have been connecting with.
Greater University Tutoring Services has moved its programs to an online format. The Wisconsin Experience Seminar (CP 125) is continuing remotely with both synchronous and asynchronous components, and students are engaging in this course from their homes.
You can still connect virtually with Dean of Students Christina Olstad during her
office hours. The Dean of Students Office staff also remain available for support and consultations via phone (608-263-5700),
email, and
web chat.
The Dean of Students Office will also be hosting a series of themed drop-in chat sessions every Wednesday at noon. See the themes and dates below:
April 8 Managing transition to on-line learning
April 15 Mental health during the Stay Safer at Home directive
April 22 Connecting with campus resources in an on-line world
April 29 Connecting with peers/in co-sponsorship with ASM
May 6 Your Call!
DoIT has created
a list of resources to assist you while learning and working remotely. All of their core IT services remain operational, and you can see updates and information
here.
The Gender and Sexuality Campus Center (GSCC) is available via
email and
Facebook messenger, and they are currently planning other digital gathering spaces. See updates, as well as a list of mutual aid projects active in Madison for support, at their
website.
International Student Services (ISS) is providing continuous updates on COVID-19, including tips for students and campus updates. Stay up to date
here.
All appointments at ISS are now virtual. Students can schedule an appointment through their Terra Dotta portal. Phone services are also suspended. Email
iss@studentlife.wisc.edu or schedule an appointment with an ISS advisor.
Many UW–Madison Learning Support Services are still available to support you and help you continue to achieve academic and career success.
Check out this list of Learning Support Services and how you can remotely connect.
The Libraries have put together
a FAQ answering your questions related to printing, book circulation, equipment checkout, and more. See all Library-related updates
here.
The McBurney Center will be available by phone and email while staff work remotely. The main office staff can be reached by
email, phone (608-262-2741) or text (608-225-7956). Appointments can still be scheduled and will be conducted by phone or webinar software. If you need smartpen notebooks or ink, please
email the Smartpen Coordinator.
While the Multicultural Student Center (MSC) and its physical spaces are closed for the semester, their staff are still available through email and by appointment. They also plan on conducting remote programming relating to cultural celebration and social justice. Follow them on
Facebook and
Instagram to stay up to date.
Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month starts on April 15, and the MSC will be hosting online events all month long to celebrate. See
the full schedule of events here.
The
Open Seat Food Pantry through
Associated Students of Madison is still operating and now providing prepackaged food boxes for students. You can request a food box to be picked up every Tuesday from 12-1pm at Union South. Please submit your order by Thursday for pickup the following Tuesday.
Listening to what your body needs is important during times of stress and anxiety like these. While the facilities are closed, try
this at-home workout, put together by Rec Well’s Head Personal Trainer Zack. They also put together a list of other online workouts available
here and will be posting more resources on
Instagram.
UHS provides many tools to help you during this time. UHS is offering telehealth for Mental Health and Medical Services, and limited in-person visits with an appointment. Call 608-265-5600 or log into your MyUHS account at uhs.wisc.edu to schedule an appointment.
YOU@Wisc is a student connection portal with tools, content, and resources specific to UW–Madison student life. The
Center for Healthy Minds offers a free app with meditation practices, podcast-style lessons, and more to help train your mind and improve your wellbeing.
Silver Cloud is an online, self-guided, interactive mental health resource that provides students with accessible cognitive behavioral interventions 24 hours a day.
The
crisis support line is available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call UHS to speak with an on-call crisis counselor who will help address your most pressing concerns, assess your safety, and connect you with follow-up service needs.
Residence Halls are partially closed, open only to a limited number of pre-approved residents. Gordon Dining Hall is operating with limited hours and availability, and all food is served to-go. Read more about hours and availability
here.
University Veteran Services is continually updating
this page with new information and resources. Starfish can be used to schedule appointments, and they can be reached by email at
veterans@wisc.edu.
While the buildings are closed, the Wisconsin Union is still here for you. The team is continuing to provide dining options through
Meals To-Go. The service uses Grubhub, and you’ll receive a 30 percent discount if you link your Wiscard to the app. The team is also hard at work creating virtual events and experiences during this time. Check out the
event calendar to stay up to date on the Union’s events and activities.