As part of our commitment to establish adequate support services, DSS provides confidential and culturally appropriate counseling services. To help students overcome personal and academic challenges, the Student Counselor offers walk-in counseling services.

The Student Counselor serves as a resource person for students by providing advice and guidance on issues such as making new friends, adapting to local cultural norms, homesickness. Additionally, students will often come to the Student Counselor when they are worried about a classmate or a roommate, or when they have difficulties in preparing speeches, papers, etc.

The Student Counselor develops on-going series of life skills workshops such as exam stress, time-management skills, interaction skills and more. In conjunction with other Student Services team members the Student Counselor develops and implements activities to promote a multicultural environment.

Counseling Procedures

Students often seek counseling to examine issues such as relationships, family problems, stress, cultural differences, assertiveness, self-esteem, depression and anxiety. Students' Counselor provides individual counseling, group counseling, academic counseling, and consultations on various issues.

Individual Counseling

The Student Counseling Unit (SCU) provides individual counseling to all students concerned about their personal, social and moral issues.

Group Counseling

SCU provides counseling to students with similar concerns in a group format. Groups are typically formed of 6 to 8 students. They generally meet weekly, for a period of 60 to 90 minutes.

Academic Counseling

Academic counseling deals with academic stress, academic performance issues, and lack of motivation.

Consultations - Appointments

Consultations are typically held for 45 to 60 minutes. Confidentiality is strictly maintained in accordance with ethical standards. To use the Student Counseling Unit (SCU), students should contact the Student Counselor for an appointment. SCU is located on the 3rd floor of Al Masaood Building, Office 316. Walk-in emergency services are available Sunday through Thursday from 7:30AM to 4:00PM.