At Emerson, we care about each other! Students sometimes struggle in ways that lead us to be concerned for their well-being. All Emerson community members are strongly encouraged to report behaviors that they feel are concerning or worrisome (no matter how small or insignificant they may seem) to the appropriate staff who can help.
Use these Three Rs to refer a student of concern so they can get the assistance they need:
The Three Rs
Recognize
Focus on the student and simply listen to what is being shared. Recognize common concerning behaviors using these indicators.
Respond
Clarify what the student is sharing with open-ended questions. Offer to connect the student with someone who can help. Explore together how they can find assistance.
Refer
Use the decision tree on the Refer page to help you determine the best course of action.
Use the list of campus resources to refer them to the most appropriate resource OR call ECPD at 617-824-8888 or 911 immediately if the student talks about harming themselves or others.
Campus Resources
- Student Care & Support
- Center for Spiritual Life
- Community Standards
- Emerson College Police Department
- Emerson Wellness Center
- Uwill 24/7 Support Line
- Healing & Advocacy Collective
- Housing and Residential Education
- Intercultural Student Affairs
- International Student Affairs
- Office of Equal Opportunity
- Student Accessibility Services
- Student Success
- Concern Center
Share a Concern
Share a concern about a student who may be struggling with academic, personal or emotional challenges, exhibiting concerning behavior or dealing with a difficult situation.