Student Physical / Mental Health Resources & Student Supports for Online and Remote Learning:

College students often experience issues that may interfere with academic success such as academic stress, sleep problems, juggling responsibilities, life events, relationship concerns, or feelings of anxiety, hopelessness, or depression. If you or a friend is struggling, we strongly encourage you to seek support. Helpful, effective resources are available on campus. 
  • If you are struggling with this class, please visit me during office hours (Mondays, N-1 & by appointment) or contact me by email at  [email protected]
  • Check in with your academic advisor if you are struggling in multiple classes, unsure whether you are making the most of your time at the University of Montana.
  • Reach out for Support-Curry Health Center Counseling-to make a counseling appointment call 406-243-4712 or email [email protected].
  • If you feel that you would benefit from general wellness skills to support your overall stress, reach out to Curry Health Center Wellness: 406-243-2809.
  • If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and seeking immediate help, call 911, go to the nearest hospital emergency room or call Campus Safety at 406-243-4000.
  • If you have experienced sexual assault, relationship violence, bullying, intimidation, or discrimination contact Student Advocacy Resource Center (SARC): 406-243-4429; 24-hour support line: 406-243-6559.
COVID-19 Resources /
  • Curry Health Center is offering COVID-19 vaccines to anyone who would like one. 
  • Curry Health Center offers free COVID-19 testing to UM students.
  • If you have COVID symptoms, please get a COVID test at Curry Health Center. To assist with contact tracing, please sign the self-disclosure form so that if you test positive, Curry can share this information with the health department and the University. Call Curry Health center at 406/243-2330.
  • If you test positive for COVID, you will be required to self- isolate, per Missoula City/County Health Department protocol. Please let me know so I can help you to receive materials and keep up with the class.
  • If you need to attend class remotely, please take advantage of these resources for online and remote students.
University of Montana Resources / 
​Curry Health Center
(406) 243-2122 | https://www.umt.edu/curry-health-center/
Curry Health Center offers counseling for students, as well as assists with medical transition resources such as HRT.

Curry Health Center Counseling
https://www.umt.edu/curry-health-center/counseling

Student Advocacy Resource Center (SARC)
Main Office: (406) 243-4429 | 24-hour Support Line: (406) 243-6559 | http://www.umt.edu/curry/SARC
SARC is an inclusive space open to anyone who has experienced discrimination, intimidation, bullying,relationship violence, or sexual assault. All our services are confidential and free. UM Women's Resource Center (Student Group)

University Center 210 
| http://www.umt.edu/wcenter /(406) 243-4153 |
Houses a large library of LGBTQ+ books, and creates a support system for women on campus.

Outfield Alliance
[email protected] | [email protected]
The Outfield Alliance is an LBGTQI group open to University of Montana employees and graduate students. The Outfield Alliance functions as a social group that meets a few times during the academic year, works on LGBTQI-related issues, sponsors educational events on campus, and provides a support network to those experiencing discrimination.

University of Montana Lambda Alliance (Lambda) (Student Group)
[email protected] | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umlambdaalliance | Instagram: @umlambdaalliance | University Center 209
The University of Montana Lambda Alliance seeks to provide a safe and fun environment for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities and to participate in education and mutual support.

Cultural Leave Policy
Cultural or ceremonial leave allows excused absences for cultural, religious, and ceremonial purposes to meet the student's customs and traditions or to participate in related activities. To receive an authorized absence for a cultural, religious or ceremonial event the student or their advisor (proxy) must submit a formal written request to the instructor. This must include a brief description (with inclusive dates) of the cultural event or ceremony and the importance of the student's attendance or participation. Authorization for the absence is subject to approval by the instructor. Appeals may be made to the Chair, Dean or Provost. The excused absence or leave may not exceed five academic calendar days (not including weekends or holidays). Students remain responsible for completion or make-up of assignments as defined in the syllabus, at the discretion of the instructor.

Food & Housing Insecurity
Any student who faces challenges securing food or housing, and believes that this could affect their performance in this course, is urged to contact any or all of the following campuses resources.

Food Pantry Program
UM offers a food pantry that students can access for emergency food. The pantry is open on Tuesdays from 12 to 5 PM and Fridays from 10 AM to 5 PM. The pantry is located in UC 119 (in the former ASUM Childcare offices). Pantry staff operate several satellite food cupboards on campus (including one at Missoula College). For more information about this program, email um[email protected], visit the UM Food Pantry website or contact the pantry on social media (@pantryUm on twitter, @UMPantry on Facebook, um_pantry on Instagram).

Missoula Resources / 
​Blue Mountain Clinic
(406) 721-1646 or 1-800-727-2546 | http://www.bluemountainclinic.org/
Blue Mountain Clinic is an inclusive space with resources for LGBTQ people and trans-focused health care, including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), gender confirmation surgery advocacy, OB/GYN for people on the trans masc. spectrum, PrEP prescriptions, and family and mental health services.

Planned Parenthood
(406) 728-5490 | www.plannedparenthood.org
Planned Parenthood is an inclusive space with resources for LGBTQ people and trans-focused healthcare, including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

YWCA
(406) 543-6691 | http://ywcaofmissoula.org/services / 24-hour crisis line: (406) 542-1944 or 800-483-7858
The YWCA’s services, with the exception of their shelter, are available for people of all genders. Their shelter is a women’s shelter, and is open to all survivors who identify as women.

Helping Survivors / helpingsurvivors.org/
Our mission is to assist anyone who has been victimized by sexual assault or abuse. Our website is a compilation of information around different instances of sexual violence. We offer resources to assist survivors and their families.

Empower MT
(406) 541-6891 | https://www.empowermt.org
Empower MT creates a more just and inclusive society by developing youth and adult leaders who work to end mistreatment, correct systemic inequalities and strengthen communities across Montana. Each year EmpowerMT provides training to thousands of students and educators across Montana that empower them with skill to create safer, more inclusive school communities.
  • Youth Forward / Youth Forward is a safe and supportive drop-in space for youth 13-18 who identify as LGBTQ+. Youth Forward hosts weekly activities such as interactive discussions, peer-to-peer support, leadership development, guest speakers, and community engagement.
  • Montana GSA Network /The MT GSA Network provides support and guidance for all clubs – from emerging GSAs to well-established groups seeking to take on a significant project. The network provides tailored training to empower LGBTQ+ student leaders and allies and supports GSA advisers and other school staff and administration. They have a compilation of local, statewide, and national resources, tools, and media catalog for students, educators, and families.
  • Montana Safe Schools Coalition / MSSC provides interactive workshops designed to help educators identify the many forms of anti-LGBTQ+ bullying, harassment, and violence that takes place in schools, and the impact on students’ mental health, academic achievement, and the overall culture of the school.
Gay Health Task Force (formerly Gay Men’s Task Force)
(406) 829-8075
Organizes retreats for men who are gay, bisexual, or have sex with men (MSM). Specific retreats for HIV+ men, young gay men, and Native American gay, bisexual, transgender identified, and/or two spirit also occur each year. Makes recommendations about gay men’s health issues, conduct peer outreach, advocate for gay men’s health, and work with local organizations.

Open Aid Alliance
(406) 543-4770 | http://www.openaidalliance.org/
Open Aid Alliance is dedicated to engaging and empowering hard to reach, underserved individuals by promoting harm reduction and compassionate care. OAA prevents HIV, hepatitis C and sexually transmitted infections through testing, education and outreach in western Montana. OAA provides resources for LGBTQ folks, provides IM needles for hormones, and provides HIV testing free of charge for gay men, trans women, and other folks who are considered high risk.
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Student Supports for Online and Remote Learning / (the following information was provided by the Provost's office):
Supports are available for many facets of student life: academic, staying connected, and personal well-being. The following are resources, strategies, and links for students. Keep on Learning provides strategies for supporting students for online and remote learning and the Student Resources tab at the Moodle home page provides links to updated resources as well.
Tutorials:
  • Moodle 101 for Students: A self-enrollable, technical step-by-step tutorial on how to use Moodle as a student.
  • Strategies for Online Students: A self-enrollable, self-paced tutorial for students to help them identify their preferred learning styles and learn strategies for being a successful online student.
Academic Strategies:
  • Pay attention to communications
  • Keep up on coursework
  • Avoid distractions
  • Maintain a normal daily routine
  • Ensure your tools are working
  • Identify plans ahead of time
  • Have a backup plan
  • Use Navigate for Students to help manage your class schedule
  • Use a phone app that can be used for planning and managing time or download the simple weekly plannerfound in the Learning Strategies module of Strategies for Online Students tutorial to help you get organized.
Student Support Resources
  • Academic Misconduct and the Student Conduct Code: “This Code of Conduct embodies and promotes honesty, integrity, accountability, and duties associated with citizenship as a student in our community at the University of Montana. This Code exists to protect the interests of the community and dignity of its members, and to challenge those behaviors which are not in accordance with our policies”. The Code is available for review online at https://staging.umt.edu/student-affairs/community-standards/student-code-of-conduct-2021-pdf
  • Accommodations: “Students with disabilities may request reasonable modifications by contacting the DSS office.  The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through collaboration between students with disabilities, instructors, and Disability Services for Students (DSS).  For more information, please consult http://www.umt.edu/disability.”
  • The Writing and Public Speaking Center provides one-on-one tutoring to students at all levels and at any time in the writing process. Visit now. Visit often. We’re ready when you are. www.umt.edu/writingcenter.
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy: The University of Montana is committed to advancing the mental health and wellbeing of its students. If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed, depressed, and/or in need of support, services are available. For help, visit https://www.umt.edu/diversity/resources/mental-health.php
Academic Support: Tools and Spaces: Technical Support: Communication and Staying Connected:
  • The Branch Center: A space dedicated to promoting respectful and collaborative dialogue, programming, and resources, in an effort to foster understanding, support, and inclusion for underrepresented students. 
  • Join UM-alerts: Subscribe by texting "Join UM-alerts" to 30890. Signing up for these alerts will inform participants, via direct text message, of immediate safety and health notices. The University of Montana's Emergency notification system will also transmit an email with emergency information to all 'umontana' e-mail addresses.
  • Look for the UM Student Weekly Events every Monday in your UM email.
  • Stay informed with UM Events and UMNews.
  • Get involved! Use Griz Hub to stay connected to the campus community. 
Personal Wellness Supports: