Student Life Department Launches New Counseling Program

“I am excited to join the team and I am looking forward to working with the students, faculty and staff to ensure that our students not only achieve academic success but optimum wellness which encompasses the spiritual, social, emotional and physical wellness,” Williams said.

The counseling program is available to faculty, and staff for consultation regarding l issues that impact students. Some of the services offered are outlined as follows:

Consultation

Consultationsfor staff, advisors, administrators, or faculty can address such issues as the services that are available on and off campus, how to refer a student to for counseling, how to resolve a conflict and how to recognize students in trouble.

Outreach

Trainingsessions are available to faculty, staff, and administrators regarding, for example, orientations to Counseling services, training in crisis-intervention, presentations on specific topics/issues in mental health/Wellness or college life, etc.

The program is located in Wilkinson Hall Rm. 426. Office Hours: Monday & Wednesday 9:00am -3:00pm, Tuesday & Thursday 8:00am-8:00pm and Friday 9:00am-12:00pm. Mrs. Williams can reached at (301)891-4089 or by email jrwillia@wau.edu