Students of Concern
College can be a very challenging time. For some students, it can be extremely overwhelming to handle the pressures of both academic and personal life. At Fairfield University, we recognize some students will need help as they cope with the demands of college life. The Office of the Dean of Students is an available resource for faculty, students, and parents when dealing with students of concern. Please contact the Office of the Dean of Students at (203) 254-4211 if you are concerned about a student so appropriate referrals can be made.
CARE Team
The CARE Team is a working group comprised of representatives from Student Life, Academic Affairs, and other offices and departments across campus. The CARE Team serves as a proactive mechanism to identify and address students of concern. The CARE Team meets every week to review behavioral concerns of a non-emergency nature that brought to its attention by members of the University community. The CARE Team considers coordinated and appropriate responses for student concerns. Examples of student concerns that would come to this group:
- inappropriate or disturbing comments,
- worrisome writings,
- excessive class absences,
- health issues (e.g., weight loss, headaches, sleep problems, etc.),
- death of a family member or close friend,
- suspected or known substance abuse,
- changes in behavior; aggression or outburst.
Please report your observations and concerns as soon as possible by submitting a Student of Concern Report.
The CARE Team does not address emergencies or instances where an immediate threat is posed. In cases of emergencies or immediate threat, please notify Public Safety at (203) 254-4090 or call 911. The Case Management Committee is one of many University efforts aimed at supporting a safe and responsive environment for students to thrive personally and academically. If you have any questions, please contact Clinesha Johnson at (203) 254-4211.