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The Student Outreach and Support office focuses on connecting students in need of assistance to the extensive on- and off-campus network of resources and support services.
Located within the Dean of Students Office, SOS staff members are trained to match you with the targeted services and programs to meet your needs.
On- and off-campus resources
Academic assistance
- Appealing your course grade
- Choosing/changing your major
- Concerns with a faculty member
- Exploring career options
- Free peer-tutoring with the AARC
Utilize your professor's office hours
If you are struggling in classes, one of the best resources is your professor. Visit during their office hours and ask questions! This also allows you the opportunity to receive feedback on exams, homework, quizzes and more.
Financial aid
- Assistance in financial aid and scholarships
- Marleta Chadwick Student Financial Advisors
- On-campus student employment opportunities
- Off-campus employment opportunities
Student Emergency Aid Fund
The Student Emergency Aid Fund exists to help students who need help with one-time school or life expenses up to $1,000. This financial assistance can be used for:
- tuition
- rent
- vehicle loan payments and repairs
- textbooks
- or almost any other expense.
All enrolled students are eligible to apply for emergency aid. Supporting documentation must be provided with your application.
Food insecurity
- Lumberjack Food Pantry
- Harvest House Food Pantry (off campus)
Emergency Meal Swipes
If you're struggling with hunger, you may receive short-term meal assistance through SFA Dining Services. Contact the Dean of Students Office at dos@sfasu.edu or 936.468.7249 during regular business hours.
Health, safety and well-being
- Campus Recreation
- Counseling Clinic
- Counseling Services
- Family Crisis Center (on-campus advocate)
- Health Services
- Mental health resources
- Rave Guardian mobile app
- Registered dietitian
- Title IX Office
- Legal resource for sex- and gender-based discrimination
- Veterans Resource Center
Housing insecurity
- Godtel Ministries (off campus)
Temporary on-campus housing
If you're in need of temporary on-campus housing, contact the Dean of Students Office at dos@sfasu.edu or 936.468.7249 during regular business hours.
If you have a concern not listed above, contact icare@sfasu.edu, call 936.468.7249, or visit the Lumberjack Wellness Network for a larger collection of resources available to you.