{"id":64,"date":"2022-06-09T16:10:54","date_gmt":"2022-06-09T21:10:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/redfolder\/?page_id=64"},"modified":"2026-04-17T13:08:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T18:08:34","slug":"refer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/redfolder\/refer\/","title":{"rendered":"Refer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"default\"><strong>Consider the situation and determine the appropriate next steps and appropriate available resources.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading default\" id=\"student-immediate-assistance\"><strong>Does the student need immediate assistance?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card-grid uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--equal-y uwm-l-grid--3\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\">Yes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list size-p-fixed\">\n<li>The student has a weapon and is threatening to use it, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>is threatening immediate serious self-harm or harm to others, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or has engaged in a behavior that requires medical attention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4\">What to Do<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-fixed\">If there is an imminent danger to the student, you, or others:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Call 51ÁÔÆæ PD (414-229-9911) or 911<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\">I&#8217;m Not Sure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list size-p-fixed\">\n<li>Signs of distress are visible, but the severity is unclear. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The interaction has left you feeling uneasy or concerned about the student and you\u2019re not sure how to proceed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4\">What to Do<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Consult with <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/\">Counseling Services<\/a> (414-229-7429) on how best to support the student.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contact the UW Mental Health Support Line 24\/7 (888-531-2142)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Text service is available 11 a.m. CT &#8211; 11 p.m. CT<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Utilize the national crisis line<\/strong> <strong>(988)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\">No<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list size-p-fixed\">\n<li>I\u2019m not concerned for the student\u2019s immediate safety, but they are having significant academic and\/or personal issues and could use support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4\">What to Do<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list size-p-fixed\">\n<li><a href=\"#campus-resources\">See our list of campus resources below<\/a> and help to connect the student with support on campus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the Dean of Student&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/student-support\/support-u\/\">Support U website<\/a> for additional referral and resource information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading default\"><strong>Mandatory Reporting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"default\" id=\"mandatory-reporting\">In addition to referring a student to resources, any sexual misconduct, intimate partner abuse (including dating and domestic violence), stalking, protected-class discrimination or harassment, or related retaliation must be reported to the Title IX Office. It is important to disclose your status as a mandated reporter and help to connect students to a confidential resource if that is what they prefer.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"default\">For questions regarding these issues or the obligation to report, please contact The Title IX Office at 414-229-7012.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading default\" id=\"campus-resources\"><strong>Campus Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Counseling Services:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/\">Student Health and Wellness Center-Counseling:<\/a> 414-229-7429 (confidential resource)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/mantra-health\/\">Mantra Health<\/a> Teletherapy (confidential resource)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crisis Services:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UW Mental Health Support Line 24\/7 &#8211; call or text 888-531-2142 (confidential resource)\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Text service is available 11 a.m. CT &#8211; 11 p.m. CT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ascension Columbia-St. Mary\u2019s Emergency Services (24\/7) \u2013 414-291-1200<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Milwaukee County Crisis Line: 414-257-7222<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Washington County Crisis Line: 262-365-6565<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waukesha County Crisis Line:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business Hours: 262-548-7666<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-Business Hours: 262-547-3388<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>24\/7 Suicide Prevention Hotlines\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UW Mental Health Support Line 24\/7 &#8211; call or text 888-531-2142 (confidential resource)\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Text service is available 11 a.m. CT &#8211; 11 p.m. CT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trevor Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth: 1-866-488-7386<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8555 (press 1)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crisis Text Line: 741-741<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/advocacy\/\">Victim Survivor Support<\/a>: 414-229-4582, <a href=\"mailto:victimadvocacy@uwm.edu\">victimadvocacy@uwm.edu<\/a> (confidential resource)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/deanofstudents\/\">Dean of Students<\/a>: 414-229-4632<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/medical\">SHAW Medical Services<\/a>: 414-229-7429<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/emotional-support\/\">Learn more about free mental health resources for 51ÁÔÆæ students.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading default\" id=\"whats-next\"><strong>What&#8217;s Next? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card-grid uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--equal-y uwm-l-grid--2\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4\">If You Remain Concerned About the Student<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list size-p-fixed\">\n<li>Consult with SHAW Counseling Services regarding best strategies moving forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consult with others who know the student and\/or should be aware of the situation. Follow department protocols.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Circle back with the student after a referral to a support resource to check in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact the Dean of Student Office for guidance at 414-229-4632 or <a href=\"mailto:dos@uwm.edu\">dos@uwm.edu<\/a>. Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/reportit\">51ÁÔÆæ Dean of Students Reporting Concerns website<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand that due to privacy regulations, it may not always be possible for other campus resources to provide you with detailed information after a student referral.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4\">Practice Self Care Strategies When Supporting Students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list size-p-fixed\">\n<li>Set good boundaries and refer the student to appropriate resources for support. \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Example statement: <em>\u201cI care about you and am here for you, but there are others on campus who would be better able to help you deal with the emotions that you are experiencing.&nbsp; I can help you get in touch with them and am always happy to support you in making these connections.\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consult with others if you feel uncomfortable or feel the situation has gone beyond your normal role. 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