Student Wellbeing

College is a time of significant change and growth. The University of South Florida and the College of Design, Art & Performance are committed to supporting your academic and personal success.

We strive to cultivate a culture of care and respect for all persons, and to provide a compassionate and inclusive environment for our students. Be your best self at USF and have a fulfilling and successful college experience.

Meeting the demands of both school and personal life can be challenging. You are not alone. The university offers a variety of resources focused on your wellbeing and development. They can help you manage and cope with the stresses of change.

• The Counseling Center provides comprehensive and culturally sensitive psychological services.
• Student Health Services provides general medical care and other healthcare services.
• The Center for Student Well-Being helps students adopt a balanced lifestyle with services such as nutrition counseling, blood pressure screenings and free condoms.
• Students with Disabilities Services offers accommodation services to help ensure students' success.
• Victim Advocacy & Violence Prevention assists crime victims and connects them with community support.
• Student Outreach & Support works with at-risk students and students who are facing crises, experiencing life stressors and encountering barriers that impede success.

The following departments help protect and ensure the safety of the USF community:

• Emergency & Safety Management organizes emergency and disaster response. They also provide emergency notifications and safety communications. Click to view the USF Safety Guide.
• SAFE Team helps students travel from one campus location to another via escort, every day from 6:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. (813) 974-8361
• University Police patrol the USF campus and surrounding areas 24/7.