Faculty and Staff Resources

At the University of Miami, we understand the vital role faculty play in creating a nurturing learning environment.

The following sections aim to assist you in identifying various concerns that may arise when working with students, with the ultimate objective of equipping you with the necessary resources to refer them for support.

Identify the Type of Concern

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Academic
Students who are suddenly failing or experiencing trouble across their academic discipline need support. Examples of academic challenges include:
- Needing an accommodation
- Submitting poor or late work
- Low classroom attendance
- Failing the course
For information on Academic Policies see the Faculty Handbook or the Academic Bulletin.
Classroom Environment
A disruptive student inhibits a productive learning environment, either in a classroom or office setting. The following are examples of disruption to the classroom or office:
- Disruptive language
- Demanding: This student may be intrusive or persistent, requiring constant attention. Characteristics also include perfectionism, difficulty with limits, or a sense of entitlement
- Aggressive: Symptoms of aggression vary from threats to verbal abuse to violence
Mental and Physical Health
If you are working with a student and are concerned about your safety or well-being or about the safety and well-being of others, immediately contact 911 or UMPD.

Behaviors of emotionally distraught students vary from explicit/overt anxiety to extreme sadness to behavior that is generally not typical. Examples of mental and physical health concerns are:
- Depression
- Anxiety: Characteristics include agitation, changes to eating, and sleeping
- Suicidal Ideation
- Substance Abuse
- Sexual Misconduct

Important Phone Numbers

All listed phone numbers have a 305-area code.

University of Miami Police Department	284-6666
Counseling Center	284-5511
Dean of Students Office	284-5353
Housing and Residential Life	284-4282
Sexual Assault Resource Team	798-6666
Roxcy-Bolton Rape Treatment Center	585-7373
Student Health Service	284-9100
Sandler Center	284-5353
Office of Disability Services	284-2374
Vice President for Student Affairs	284-4922
Ombudsperson	284-4922
Title IX Coordinator	284-8624
Camner Academic Resource Center	284-2800
Writing Center	284-2956
Canes Success Center	284-4500