Crisis & Wellness Concerns
Student well-being is a shared priority across this institution. While OSAS is not a 24-hour emergency response center, we work closely with several immediate response resources on campus to support students connected with our office. Numerous resources at USC support students who need immediate help related to their health, safety, or well-being.
Any member of the USC community, including friends and families, may make use of these resources on behalf of a student they feel is experiencing heightened distress or crisis.
LIFE-THREATENING EMERGENCIES
In a life-threatening emergency, call the Department of Public Safety (DPS)
DPS AT UNIVERSITY PARK CAMPUS (UPC)
DPS AT HEALTH SCIENCES CAMPUS (HSC)
When you are on campus, call DPS for the fastest emergency vehicle response.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (DPS)
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
For 24 hour emergency assistance or to report a crime:
NON-EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
For 24 hour non-emergency assistance or information:
Health Leave of Absence
The purpose of the Voluntary Health Leave of Absence (VHLA) is to give students time away from school to treat a physical or mental health condition that impairs their ability to function safely and successfully as members of our community. The authority to grant a VHLA and permission to return from a VHLA resides with the university’s Health Leave Coordinator (HLC) in consultation with the student’s academic unit, treatment providers, and relevant campus partners, as needed. The Health Leave Coordinator supports the student through the process by providing information and guidance on the tasks associated with a health leave and helping the student develop and implement a plan to facilitate recovery and return to school.
Sexual Assault & Survivor Support
Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention and Services provides immediate therapy services for situations related to gender- and power-based harm (e.g., sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking). All services are confidential.
Support Resource for Substance Use Help (for students)
Student Health Center & Mental Health and Counseling Services
For students seeking help evaluating their use/dependence related to alcohol or other drugs, call 213-740-9355 (WELL) to connect to mental health services or book an appointment directly with a substance use specialist in MySHR. Our substance use specialist team is here to help you.
Trojans Care for Trojans Report (TC4T)
This initiative within the Office of Campus Wellness and Crisis Intervention empowers USC students, faculty, and staff to take action when they are concerned about a fellow Trojan facing personal difficulties. The TC4T report is both private and anonymous.
USC Campus Support and Intervention
(*Support and Intervention manages Health Leaves of Absence for students*)
USC Support & Intervention (USCSI) is an office within Campus Wellbeing and Crisis Intervention. They are a team of professionals who help students, faculty, and staff navigate complex issues. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or someone else, team members are available to help you problem-solve, understand your options, and connect with resources. Please note that we are not an emergency resource and are not available 24/7.