Skip to Main Content
About Academics Admissions Athletics Calendar Give Library News

Wellness and Resources

Counseling Center

Academic Core Building, Room 1G03
718-262-2272
email: counseling@york.cuny.edu
website: https://www.york.cuny.edu/counseling-center

The Counseling Center at York College is dedicated to supporting students on their journey to academic success and personal growth. We offer free and confidential counseling services, both in-person and virtually, to address a wide range of concerns that may be impacting your educational experience. Whether you're facing crisis situations, academic challenges, relationship issues, family struggles, or difficulties adjusting to college life, our team is here to help. Counseling is a confidential process designed to provide you with support, insight, and effective coping strategies to navigate life's challenges.

 Our services are provided at no cost to all enrolled students. In addition to counseling, we offer various resources including programs, outreach activities, film screenings, and psychoeducational workshops during "Wellness Wednesdays". We also provide access to virtual, tele-mental health care and physical health care through our partner, Virtual Care Group (VCG), offered in 150 languages, 24/7, 365 days a year.

Your well-being is our priority, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Health Services Center

Academic Core Building, Room 1F01
718-262-2050
email: StudHealthSvcCtr@york.cuny.edu
website:  https://www.york.cuny.edu/welcome-center

The Student Health Services Center is committed to reducing health-related barriers to educational achievement. We offer over-the-counter medicines (OTC) such as Tylenol, Advil, ibuprofen, cough drops, Bacitracin, and hydrocortisone, as well as medical aids like sanitary napkins, tampons, female/male condoms, band-aids, alcohol pads, ice packs, and ace bandages. If you need guidance on health insurance options, our staff can provide referrals. Proper coverage is crucial for your well-being. Remember, we're here to support you throughout your college journey. In case of accidents or emergencies on campus, reports can be made to the Public Safety Department or the Student Health Service Center.

For more information, please visit our website at https://www.york.cuny.edu/health.

The Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD)

Academic Core Building, Room 1G02
718-262-2191
email: csd@york.cuny.edu
website: https://www.york.cuny.edu/csd

"It is better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it," underscores the importance of self-disclosure for ADA accommodations. At the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD), we prioritize ensuring equal access to every aspect of college life for all students, regardless of disabilities. Located in Room AC-1G02, we provide personalized support throughout your academic journey. We encourage all students to self-identify to CSD promptly to ensure access to courses, programs, services, and activities.

Our services include a comprehensive range of accommodations and support, such as extended time on exams, note-taking assistance, accessible furniture, and access to assistive technology. Additionally, we offer specialized support for students with disabilities, including mentoring, counseling services and supplemental academic advising tailored to individual needs. As an additional service, CUNY LEADS (Linking Employment, Academics, and Disabilities Services) prepares students for academic and career success. Our goal is to empower students to thrive academically and personally.

Contact us for guidance on ADA accommodations and career choices. Unlock your full potential at the Center for Students with Disabilities - "Where Futures Take Flight!"

Center for Gender Justice

Academic Core Building,  Room 3C01
718-262-2008
website: https://www.york.cuny.edu/womens-center

The Women’s Center for Gender Justice offers a wide array of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every student. From individualized advising sessions to engaging book clubs and career planning workshops, the center provides opportunities for personal and academic growth. Advocacy for issues such as domestic violence and sexual assault awareness underscores the center's dedication to fostering a safe and supportive campus community where all students can thrive. In addition to personalized support, the center offers essential resources that cater to the diverse needs of students, including specialized support for LGBTQIA+ students. Comprehensive information on food insecurity, housing options, grants, and community events enhances accessibility and inclusivity, reflecting the center's unwavering dedication to serving as a safe space for every student.

For more information please visit our website at www.york.cuny.edu/womens-center, or visit us. All Students Are Embraced and Welcomed!

Male Initiative Program/Men's Center

Academic Core Building, Room 3M02
718-262-3772
website: york.cuny.edu/mens-center

The purpose of the York Male Initiative Program and Men's Center is to provide a system of support through various resources that contribute to improving enrollment and graduation rates of underrepresented populations, particularly male students. The Center has two primary goals: first, to support the College's recruitment efforts from various areas in the community; and second, to provide services that support students' persistence to graduation. The program's cornerstone is mentorship, in which students can interact with peer mentors and in group coaching sessions.

The programs of the York College Male Initiative Program/Men's Center are:

  • Insight: An academic coaching program designed to assist students in improving academic and study skills while deepening their self-concept and awareness. Students will also gain clarity on their major and career direction.

  • One York Brotherhood: A community and safe space for students to discuss academic, socio-emotional, and cultural topics relevant to their educational growth and personal development. All are welcome, and men of color are highly encouraged to attend.

Career Services

Academic Core Building, Room 3M01
718-262-2282
email: career@york.cuny.edu
website: https://www.york.cuny.edu/career-services

The mission of Career Services is to provide resources that will develop students' industry competencies and integrate their academic, personal, experiential and career ambitions. Career Services' role is to be the college's hub for career collaborations with students, academic departments, student support programs, employers, alumni, and the community.

Office of the Ombudsperson

Academic Core Building, Room 2F01A
email: ombudsperson@york.cuny.edu
website: https://www.york.cuny.edu/ombudsperson

York College’s Office of the Ombudsperson is an impartial entity available to all students. It provides a safe, confidential environment designed to assist them in resolving college-related concerns, complaints, or disputes that haven't been solved through traditional channels. We also offer information and clarification on the college’s policies and procedures.

The goals of the Office of the Ombudsperson are to raise awareness, foster understanding, and promote the utilization of the Office of the Ombudsperson. Aimed to educate students about the fair and equitable processes available to resolve issues and concerns while establishing a systemic feedback mechanism that facilitates continuous process improvement. Providing comprehensive guidance to address both academic and non-academic issues. The academic services encompass navigating academic policies and standards, understanding Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policy requirements, offering guidance on academic misconduct and integrity issues such as plagiarism, and managing formal and informal complaints against faculty members. Additionally, the office provides non-academic services, including addressing concerns about student conduct, disputes, complaints, and staff misconduct. Every complaint is taken seriously and will be reviewed by the appropriate departments responsible for handling such submissions.

Behavioral Intervention Team

website: https://www.york.cuny.edu/student-development/bit

The Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) identifies, investigates, assesses, refers, monitors, and acts in response to behaviors exhibited by York students that may pose a threat to the college community. Anyone who is concerned about a student and their behavior can make a BIT referral; including students, parents, faculty and staff, and other community members. As a result of a referral to BIT, the BIT will assess the situation and make recommendations for action. Such actions may range from a counseling or academic support referral to removal of the student from the college community by means of the appropriate University process. When appropriate, BIT will refer students, not deemed to be high risk, to campus resources and services that will enable them to remain in good standing at York.

Reportable Behaviors

There are three categories of student behavior that BIT addresses:

  1. Self-injurious behavior/suicidal ideation or attempt

  2. Erratic behavior (including online activities) that disrupts the mission and/or normal proceedings of college students, faculty, or staff

  3. Behavior that may compromise the health and safety of students, staff, faculty, or the general college community

The following are examples of behaviors that should be reported:

  • Emotional outbursts (yelling or screaming or anger management issues)

  • Verbal or written threats of any nature

  • Intimidating or harassing others including disturbing or threatening phone calls, text messages, emails, Facebook postings, etc.

  • Disruptive behavior on campus (including in classrooms)

  • Concerns of physical abuse of students including self-mutilation

  • Concerns of intimate relationship violence, family violence, spousal abuse

  • Involuntary transportation to the hospital for alcohol and drug use/abuse

  • Material, written or spoken, in coursework suggesting possibly harming self or others

  • Written or verbal expressions of suicidal thoughts or actions

To make a report, please visit the BIT website

The York College Carroll and Milton Petrie Student Emergency Grant

The York College’s Carroll and Milton Petrie Student Emergency Grant serves as a vital resource for students facing unforeseen financial hardships that threaten their ability to continue their education. This grant provides timely assistance to students experiencing emergencies such as medical crises, housing instability, or other urgent financial needs. Grants awarded through the Petrie Student Emergency Funds may be used solely for non-tuition expenses, and funds DO NOT need to be repaid. By offering immediate financial relief, the Petrie Emergency Grant helps alleviate the stress and uncertainty students may face during challenging times, enabling them to focus on their academic pursuits and maintain progress toward their educational goals. Through its compassionate support, the grant is committed to ensuring all students have equitable access to educational opportunities and can overcome obstacles to achieve success.

Note: By applying, a student is not guaranteed to receive an emergency grant. The next steps in the process may include an interview and/or a request for supporting documentation of your emergency. For more information, please visit the website.