Counseling & Psychological Services

Student Life’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides confidential mental health services for currently enrolled U-M students in an atmosphere that is welcoming, comfortable, accessible, and multiculturally sensitive. Support options range from in-person to virtual and include 24/7 crisis support via CAPS After Hours.

Inclusive Campus Resources

Student Life offers you many ways to find connection, community, learning, social justice, and space to support a diverse campus community. 

Dean of Students Office

The Dean of Students Office (DOS) is a central place for students, parents, faculty, and staff to seek assistance in navigating the complex issues of campus life. The critical incident response and student support case management team provide direct support to students experiencing any concern that is impacting their Michigan experience, including academic, financial, or physical/mental health concerns as well as crisis/emergency situations, basic needs, and off-campus housing issues.

Dean of Students Laura Blake Jones

The Dean of Students provides leadership in the following areas: · Office of Greek Life · The Blavin Scholars Program ​· Beyond the Diag · Central Student Government · Debate in addition to the programs and services of the Dean of Students Office.

Associate Vice President Dr. Rob Ernst

Dr. Ernst performs a dual role:

Chief Health Officer for the University of Michigan and Associate Vice President for Health and Wellness in the Division of Student Life.

Student Advisory Board

The Student Advisory Board provides advice on pressing student issues to the Vice President for Student Life. Regular meetings throughout the academic year encourage discussion about new initiatives and emergent issues. The Board’s recommendations help to influence Student Life's goals, services, and overall effectiveness.