Involvement & Engagement 134|Page www.kutztown.edu/thekey Dean of Students Office The Office of the Dean of Students provides students, faculty, and staff a range of resources that support student success by promoting the critical importance of civility, self-accountability, responsible decision-making and community building. As part of the university's division of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, our team of professionals build opportunities for students to become engaged in life outside the classroom, foster the overall development of students, enhance the learning experience for students, and value social justice and community building through intentionally designed programs and services. Whatever your need or interest, we offer many ways to assist you and provide opportunities for learning and personal growth. You are encouraged to take full advantage of them. Contact this office at www.kutztown.edu/deanofstudents or deanofstudents@kutztown.edu. Student Assistance Student Assistance provides confidential and informal assistance services to Kutztown University students by providing information, guidance, and referrals in areas that interfere with students’ academic and personal success. Student Assistance staff can: • Help students problem-solve when life or school present challenges that are hard to navigate; • Answer questions about KU and university processes and policies; • Connect students with resources on- and off-campus to address challenges that make it hard to focus on school; • Provide a network of support for students so they can keep moving forward. Student Assistance is located in 119 Stratton Administration Center and is open during Kutztown University’s standard office hours. Students can ask for assistance in the following ways: • Schedule an appointment through this link: Schedule a Meeting with Student Assistance • Complete the Request for Student Assistance form • Email studentassistance@kutztown.edu • Phone 610-683-1396 Find more information on the Student Assistance webpage: www.kutztown.edu/studentassistance. KUBIT (Kutztown University Behavioral Intervention Team) The KUBIT team works to provide a safe and caring campus environment by intervening with students of concern before there is a significant problem. Team members include the Dean of Students, Associate Dean of Students for Student Conduct, Associate Dean of Students for Student Assistance, and Directors of Health & Wellness, Public Safety, Counseling, and Residence Life. KUBIT meets weekly during the fall and spring semesters to identify students at risk, gather and evaluate information about students of concern, and intervene when necessary. Concerns about a student can be referred to KUBIT in the following ways:
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