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Mental Health Emergency

A mental health emergency or psychological crisis is any situation involving an individual in distress who is unable to appropriately manage themself and may include:

  • Suicidal behavior.
  • An individual threatening harm to themself or others.
  • A psychotic break (bizarre behavior and/or sudden loss of contact with reality).
  • An unusual or prolonged reaction to traumatic event(s).
  • Behavior that is unreasonably disturbing to the academic, work or living environment.

Quick Response:

  • Call University Police at 607-436-3550.
  • Call the Student Health and Wellness Center at 607-436-3368. Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Call the Mobile Crisis Assessment Team (MCAT) at 877-369-6699 (24/7).

̳ Resources for Students

  • Counseling Center: Provides short-term individual counseling, daily crisis appointments group counseling, and referrals for open-ended counseling.
  • Behavioral Assessment/Intervention Team (BAIT): A place to report behaviors which suggest a student could be at risk to themselves or others.
  • Student Health Center: Provides quality medical care to our students.
  • Accessibility Resources: Provides resources to design accessible environments and coordinate accommodations for eligible students.
  • Office of Student Care
    • Food Pantry: Create to help battle food insecurity; located on the bottom floor of the Hunt Union in Room 6B.
    • Emergency Fund: Emergency assistance to help students facing an unforeseen event or an unexpected need for aid.

̳ Resources for Faculty and Staff

Sexual, Relationship, and Gender-Based Violence Resources

  • Title IX Office: a civil rights resource for all of our students and employees and works to ensure the campus is a welcoming and inclusive one, where all members of the community are safe.
  • : The Violence Intervention Program (VIP) offers free and confidential support to victims, survivors and families impacted by violent crime.
  • : The nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization.

Off-Campus 24/7 Crisis Resources

Strategies for Escalating Violent Situations

Inform University Police and your supervisor about any individual you think could to be threatening or dangerous.

  • Never try to handle a situation that is potentially dangerous to you or others. Call University Police at 607-436-3550.
    • Clearly state that immediate assistance is needed.
    • Give your name, your location and the nature of the problem.
  • All suicide attempts need to be reported to University Police so the safety of the individual(s) can be properly addressed.
  • Alert University Police at 607-436-3550.
  • Know your escape route.
  • Place a barrier between yourself and the aggressor.
  • Use effective people/communications skills.
  • Have a second person with you.
  • Maintain eye contact and a positive posture to send out positive signals.
  • Do not touch or approach a person who may become violent.
  • Keep the person talking as you maintain a controlled, calm demeanor. Speak softly.
  • Show concern, yet maintain a safe distance; avoid being alone with the person.
  • Have someone else contact University Police.

This preparedness guide for students, faculty, staff and visitors has been provided to you by ̳. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with how ̳ plans for emergencies, and to improve your understanding of emergency preparedness and response. This guide is based on presently available information, as well as current federal- and state-recommended protective actions. In every situation, common sense and awareness of personal safety should take precedence over any action described in this guide.