Emergency Resources for Students, Faculty, and Staff

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call 988 to talk to a trained crisis counselor, available 24/7

• The Trevor Project Lifeline (for LGBTQ+ Youth): Call 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386)

• Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 877-384-4390

• Campus Police (UIS Police Department): Call 217-206-6690

• Memorial Behavioral Health Crisis Line: Faculty and staff can call 217-788-7070, available 24/7

• Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault: Call 217-744-2560

• SIU Medicine Psychiatry: Call 217-545-8000

Student Resources

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) offers a comprehensive range of mental health resources to support student well-being. Key services include:

• Counseling Center
  • Provides free mental health services to UIS students who have been assessed the Health and Counseling Fee. Services include individual counseling sessions, available in person and via telehealth.

• Togetherall
  • An online, anonymous peer support platform available to all UIS students.

• Student of Concern Form
  • Submit this form to alert campus offices about a student who may need support.

• Dean of Students Office
  • Oversees the Campus Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) responds to students of concern.

• Health Services
  • Offers healthcare services, including psychiatric services and support for students with mental health needs.

• The Learning Hub
  • Provides academic support services, including tutoring and workshops.

• Office of Disability Services
  • Offers accessibility services and academic accommodations for students with disabilities.

• Diversity Office and Gender & Sexuality Student Services
  • Provides specific support resources for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ students.

• International Student Services
  • Offers services and support for international students navigating life at UIS.

Mental Health Policies and Procedures

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) maintains several official policies and procedural resources to help students, faculty, and staff navigate mental health concerns appropriately and safely. These resources clarify expectations around confidentiality, accommodations, crisis response, and student support protocols.

• Student of Concern Reference Guide
  • Step-by-step instructions for identifying and responding to students at risk. Faculty, staff, and students should follow these protocols when a student may be at risk of harming themselves or others. 

• Student Handbook
  • Includes university-wide policies on student conduct, health, safety, and well-being.

Faculty and Staff Resources

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) provides a variety of mental health resources to support faculty and staff well-being. Key resources include:

• System Human Resource Services - Benefits - Mental Health and Self Care
  • Offers mental health counseling, self-care tools, and resources for all State of Illinois employees.

• State Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • A free, voluntary, and confidential program providing problem identification, short-term counseling, and referral services. Available to employees eligible for the State Employees Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) and their eligible dependents.

• Human Resources
  • The UIS Human Resources department can assist faculty and staff in accessing mental health resources and support services.