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RESOURCES AT GSAS Dean for GSAS Student Affairs: Garth McCavana has general responsibility for the welfare of graduate students and monitors students’ academic status, progress, and discipline. He is available to discuss any problems that may arise including sexual harassment complaints. Dean McCavana will refer students to additional sources of assistance if necessary. Offices: Holyoke Center 350, 617-495-1814; Dudley House, third floor, 617496-3362;
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IN COMMON 617-384-TALK (8255) In Common is staffed by current Harvard graduate and professional school students. The line is open throughout the academic year. Calls are anonymous and confidential; caller ID is not used. Student volunteers are trained and supervised by professionals from Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) and the Bureau of Study Counsel. Volunteers are recruited each fall; e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 617-384-TALK for information.
DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND ACADEMIC COUNSELING 7 Linden Street, 2nd floor The Department of Behavioral Health and Academic Counseling (BHAC) at Harvard University Health Services unites the Office of Alcohol and Other Drug Services, Bureau of Study Counsel, Mental Health Service, and Office of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response, and the Center for Wellness in one department to better coordinate student-focused services. Below are descriptions of the services provided by each of these units.
OFFICE OF ALCOHOL & OTHER DRUG SERVICES 7 Linden Street, 2nd Floor The Office of Alcohol & Other Drug Services (AODS) is a multidimensional resource for students, faculty, staff, and members of the larger Harvard University community, offering a wide range of programs and services aimed at reducing the negative consequences associated with heavy, episodic drinking and substance abuse. AODS collaborates with students and staff throughout the University to create a comprehensive program focused on the health and safety of Harvard students. For more information, please visit the website.
BUREAU OF STUDY COUNSEL Center for Academic and Personal Development The Bureau of Study Counsel offers academic, personal, and consultative services for graduate students to help them thrive in their work, education, and personal development at Harvard. Services include: academic and personal counseling; dissertation support groups and other groups/workshops on issues related to student life and learning; academic peer tutoring in specific courses; peer consultation for conversational and cultural skills related to English as a Second Language (ESL); the Harvard Course in Reading and Study Strategies; and professional consultation for teaching fellows and residents tutors/proctors on issues related to their work with undergraduates. See Chapter XI, Bureau of Study Counsel and visit the Bureau’s website for more information.
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICESMain ClinicHUHS at Holyoke Center, 75 Mt. Auburn St., 4th Floor 617-495-2042 Richard Kadison, MD, chief of Mental Health Services for hours of operation please visit www.huhs.harvard.edu HUHS Mental Health Services provides 24/7/365 coverage to students, offering counseling for a wide variety of concerns, including: • bereavement Treatment options include individual psychotherapy, medication management, biofeedback, group and couples therapy. All visits are confidential and mental health records are held separately from the rest of the medical record, except for information on medications and hospitalizations. Appointments may be made weekdays during business hours by phone or in person, and are scheduled within 24 to 48 hours of initial contact. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of a scheduled appointment, or the student will incur a charge. For more urgent concerns, same-day appointments are available during regular hours of operation, and mental health clinicians are on call evenings, weekends and holidays. Students needing to renew prescriptions are advised to call their provider at least 48 hours in advance to allow time to process the request. For further information, please contact HUHS Mental Health Services or visit www.huhs.harvard.edu. Satellite Clinics
OFFICE OF SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE 731 Holyoke Center; 24-hour response line: 617-495-9100 The Office of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (OSAPR) provides confidential, 24-hour information, assistance, and support for those who have experienced sexual assault and related forms of interpersonal violence, including sexual harassment and relationship abuse. Services provided by HUHS and OSAPR include: • Transportation to Harvard-affiliated hospitals and coordination of follow-up care as appropriate Students may access these services by calling or visiting the Office. All communications and services are completely confidential and no information about the victim will be reported to the police unless the victim requests it.
AIDS SUPPORT GROUPThis discussion group is not currently meeting. Students who are interested should call Barbara Gilmore, APRN, Mental Health Services, 617-495-2042.
SPECIAL SUPPORT: LIFE RAFTLife Raft is a weekly bereavement support group for students, faculty, and staff facing life-threatening illness or death, or the death of a loved one; it is also available to their family members and friends. Life Raft offers free, confidential contact by phone or in drop-in meetings every Wednesday from noon to 2:00 p.m. in the ground-floor conference room of Memorial Church. The Life Raft group includes members of various ages from all areas of the community; discussions are ongoing and there is no obligation for continuous attendance. For more information, please call the Life Raft Coordinator, Barbara Gilmore, APRN, Mental Health Services, 617-495-2042.
HARVARD CHAPLAINS Ground floor, Memorial Church, 617-495-5529 Harvard Chaplains is the umbrella organization of 38 chaplains representing 26 of the world’s religious (and one non-religious) traditions, united in their commitment to serving Harvard’s diverse student communities. Chaplains are available to meet and talk about spiritual concerns, and ethical and personal matters. Visit the website for complete up-to-date information, news and events, and a full description of groups and worship services.
ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION OFFICE Louise H. Russell, director Academic, residential and programmatic accommodations may be appropriate for qualified students with physical, mental health or learning disabilities or some health conditions. AEO is able to discuss the impact which long- or short-term health-related conditions may have on their University life. Accommodation requests are reviewed by AEO in conjunction with clinical documentation—see the website. Documentation should not be provided to academic personnel. Graduate students who require accessible housing should register and provide AEO with clinical documentation no later than May 1. Refer to GSAS Housing Services at 617-495-5060 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for additional questions about housing.
DEREK BOK CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING Science Center 318, 617-495-4869 The Derek Bok Center coordinates a variety of activities to help those who teach at Harvard improve teaching skills. Experienced staff members are available 9 a.m.–5 p.m. to discuss issues related to teaching. (See Chapter XI.)
OFFICE OF CAREER SERVICES (OCS) 54 Dunster Street, 617-495-2595 Chapter XIII information was compiled from various sources, including the Bureau of Study Counsel and Mental Health Services. |