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Center for Support and Intervention 

Center for Support and Intervention 

CSI Training

Campus partners, student organizations, and other offices can request a 30-60 minute training presentation from the Center for Support and Intervention. Trainings cover the reporting process to our office, what we provide for our students, ways to partner with our office and work collaboratively, and our staff directory.

Graduate and Professional Student Support Group

In the Graduate and Professional Student Support Group, graduate and professional students can seek support around any number of issues that are interfering with or an outgrowth of their graduate/professional school study.

Common discussions include:

  • stress of graduate/professional school
  • lack of progress or productivity
  • procrastination
  • deciding whether or not to stay in a program
  • problems with advisors or committees
  • financial strain, often due to funding issues 

Some concerns, such as family or health issues, arise that are not specific to graduate/professional school but impact performance and progress. Many students seek out the group prior to major milestone events such as qualifying or major exams, dissertation/thesis defenses, and searching for jobs for post-graduation employment. Topics can vary from meeting to meeting depending on the needs of the students present. 

To participate in the Graduate and Professional Student Support Group, call the Counseling Center at (859) 257-8701.

Hours of Operation

Fall 2024

Tuesdays, 4-5 pm

Location
Virtual

Sexual Health

POWER provides sexual health information and resources by engaging students with outreach opportunities through events, presentations, and clinics. For further information concerning Sexual Health offerings, please contact Elizabeth Finley at Elizabeth.finley@uky.edu.

 

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Hours of Operation

3rd Floor Gatton Student Center East Wing 
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Hillary J. Boone Center 
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Services and Resources

Get Yourself Tested (GYT) Clinics

Get Yourself Tested (GYT) Clinics are a partnership between University Health Service and POWER to provide students with monthly opportunities to get STI screenings done at outreach events. Students attending these events will also receive sexual health information and resources. Additional clinics for HIV testing will also be offered throughout the semester, with testing provided through UK HealthCare.

Sexual Health Presentations

Sexual health presentations and events can be provided by request. Presentations cover various topics, including basic sexual health knowledge, communication, and body normalcy, or they can be created to cater to specific content. The Student Wellness Coordinator or the Sexperts may provide these presentations.

Sexual Health Resources

Sexual health resources, including condoms, lubricant, dental dams, etc., can be obtained at any Sexpert or sexual health event. These items can also be obtained by coming to the POWER wing of the 3rd Floor Gatton Student Center East Wing. Condoms can also be obtained in the 2nd-floor restrooms at the University Health Service building.

Sexual Health Care

Sexual health care is provided to students by University Health Service. Students can be seen for GYN/GU services, including pap smears and birth control. They can also be seen for STI examination. These services are included in the student health fee but can also be utilized with private health insurance or a pay out-of-pocket option. There are also community options for testing through the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department and AVOL.

Speak with an Advocate

People come to the VIP Center for the first time for many reasons. Many want to get involved or learn more about us, and others walk in to make an appointment because they or someone they care about has been impacted by interpersonal violence. No matter your reason for reaching out, expect to be warmly greeted and immediately connected to the confidential resources you are seeking. You will guide the conversation with your advocate and we won't press for details, force you to make a report, or direct you toward any services you don't want. We will do whatever is necessary to provide you with the support YOU need.

You may call (859) 257-3574 or email us at vipcenter@uky.edu to schedule an appointment with a free and confidential survivor advocate.  We offer to meet in person at the VIP Center, or HIPAA-compliant Zoom.  

Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

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Student Success Area
Unit/Program Description
Promoting personal responsibility and peer accountability while encouraging students to consider the impact of their actions

Submit a Concern or Report

Residence Life at the University of Kentucky provides an online form for the submission of concerns or reports related to residence hall experiences. This confidential and easy-to-use platform ensures that all issues are heard and addressed appropriately. Whether you are a student in need of guidance, a parent with questions about housing, or seeking support in any aspect of campus living, we are ready to listen and provide assistance. All submissions are reviewed by Residence Life staff, ensuring appropriate follow-up.

Please be aware that while Res Life makes every effort to handle your inquiry with the utmost care and a commitment to privacy, there may be times when the team must share information to comply with legal obligations or university policies.

Hours of Operation

Available 24/7 but not monitored nights and weekends, not intended for emergencies.

For emergencies, contact UKPD at 859-257-8573.

Location
Online

Submit a Concern or Report

Have a question, concern, or feedback about residential life at the University of Kentucky? Complete the form with as much detail as possible. Doing so will enable Residence Life staff to understand your situation more clearly and offer the most effective assistance.

Click here to submit a concern or report

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