Student Support Resources

Student Affairs wants to assure students and their families that help and support are available through a variety of resources. These programs assist students in navigating academic and personal difficulties, while also ensuring that University community members (such as students, faculty, and staff) can connect students needing help with assistance in a timely manner. Please explore the programs below for more information on each.

Attention

If you or someone you know is experiencing an emergency, please contact the SMU Police Department at 214-768-3333 or call 911.

SMU Police Website

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Caring Community Connections (CCC)

The Caring Community Connections Program provides support to students who are experiencing challenges by identifying and linking them to appropriate resources.
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Bias Education Response Team (BERT)

If you observe or experience an incident of bias, we encourage you to file a report online through the Bias Incident Reporting Form to SMU's Bias Education and Response Team (BERT).
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Hazing Reporting Form

The purpose of this form is to notify the Office of Student Conduct & Community Standards that a hazing incident has occurred. 
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Sexual Misconduct

Sexual Harassment Reporting

If you experience any form of sexual harassment, know that you are not alone. SMU and community resources can help, including 24-hour emergency response, medical care and confidential counseling. You can choose the resources you are most comfortable contacting.

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Academic Support

Student Academic Engagement and Success (SAES) works to ensure that all SMU students are aware of the academic opportunities and support systems that operate across campus to ensure their academic success and enrich their experiences inside and outside the classroom.
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