Well-Being / Support Services

Many resources on campus and in the Milwaukee area provide medical, behavioral health, advocacy and spiritual services to members of the Marquette community. Please see the list below. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.

Students are welcome to call Marquette’s Counseling Center at (414) 288-7172 to speak to a counselor on call. The center is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and currently offers both virtual and in-person clinical services. Students should call the main number to schedule an initial screening appointment with a professional counselor, or they can walk in for urgent concerns during business hours.

For mental health emergencies on weekdays after 4:30 p.m., on weekends or during most holidays, call Marquette University Police Department at (414) 288-6800 and request to speak with the on-call counselor.


On-Campus Resources

Marquette University Counseling Center
(414) 288-7172
The Marquette University Counseling Center serves students by supporting healthy personal and career development. The staff is composed of experienced mental health professionals trained to attend to the emotional challenges and the career and major uncertainty that can accompany college. The Counseling Center offers personal counseling, group therapy and career exploration services, as well as 24/7 crisis counseling services.

Marquette University Medical Clinic
(414) 288-7184
The Marquette University Medical Clinic provides core medical services and laboratory studies, free of charge to undergraduate students as part of their per-semester student health fee. The health fee also provides students reduced prices on non-core services. Students not paying the per-semester student health fee may access the clinic on a fee-for-service basis. Graduate, professional and part-time undergraduate students may also pay the per-semester health fee anytime during the semester to access these free core services and the reduced pricing on non-core services.

Marquette University Campus Ministry
(414) 288-6873
Rooted in Catholic tradition and Inspired by the life and charism of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Campus Ministry works to meet the diverse spiritual needs and interests of Marquette University’s student community. With partners of goodwill across campus, in Milwaukee and across the world, we engage students through worship, retreats, works of justice, anti-racism initiatives, reflection, interfaith dialogue and cross-cultural immersion. Through these programs and the ministry of presence and pastoral care, Campus Ministry provides witness to the love of Jesus Christ.

Interdisciplinary Gender and Sexualities Studies
(414) 288-0856
The interdisciplinary Gender and Sexualities Studies (INGS) major and minor promote a critical, feminist, intersectional and cultural understanding of gender, sexuality and power in a global context and across disciplinary boundaries. In addition to fostering human understanding, they provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for just and equitable leadership in professional, civic and religious roles.

Title IX Sexual Misconduct Resources
(414) 219-5555
Marquette is committed to fostering a learning environment that is safe, conducive to academic success, and supportive of healthy personal development for all members of the campus community. Everyone on Marquette’s campus shares responsibility for maintaining this environment by following university policies and exemplifying respect for others as communicated through our Statement on Human Dignity and Diversity. In accordance with Title IX, and consistent with Marquette’s commitment to human dignity, no sex or gender discrimination will be tolerated. When an incident of harassment, discrimination or sexual misconduct (occurring on or off campus) is reported to an appropriate Marquette official, the university will respond immediately to stop the discrimination, remedy its effects and prevent its reoccurrence. Students and employees who retaliate against individuals who report such conduct will be subject to disciplinary action.

Victim Advocacy Services
(414) 288-5244
A university sexual violence victim advocate is available to provide immediate and ongoing support and assistance for victims of sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking or sexual harassment. The advocates are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and are just a phone call or an email away. Advocacy services is a confidential resource, which means that they will not report what you share with them to the Title IX coordinator.


Additional On-Campus Resources

Active Minds Marquette chapter
A national organization promoting mental health and wellness for young adults

Camino Small Groups
A program for students to connect, build friendships, and bolster their relationships with God

Culturally diverse student resources
Find community with peers of similar cultural backgrounds

Employee Assistance Program
A free service for employees to receive work-life services and short-term counseling

Faber Center
Dedicated to providing faculty and staff with support and guidance in leading a reflective life

GROW courses
Personal and professional development programming for faculty and staff

SilverCloud
A virtual mental health resource for all faculty, staff and students

Spiritual Direction
A program through Campus Ministry for students to be matched with a guide for their spiritual journeys

Tutoring
Available for students


Off-Campus and Community Resources

Aurora Health Care Healing & Advocacy Services
(414) 671-4325
Dedicated to making life better for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. As one of only a few treatment programs in the country that’s part of a health system, Aurora Health Care helps survivors get more of the services they need from a single source, offering emergency care, counseling, emotional support and forensic nursing. Aurora’s providers work together to help survivors receive the individualized care and services they need to feel whole again.

Sojourner Family Peace Center
(414) 276-1911
Sojourner Family Peace Center is the largest nonprofit provider of domestic violence prevention and intervention services in Wisconsin, serving over 11,800 clients each year. Sojourner provides an array of support aimed at helping families affected by domestic violence achieve safety, justice and well-being.

Milwaukee Women’s Center
(414) 449-4777
The Milwaukee Women’s Center provides comprehensive services and treatment for women, men and children whose lives have been affected by domestic violence, addiction, mental health issues, homelessness and poverty.

Milwaukee LGBT Community Center
(414) 271-2656
The Milwaukee LGBT Community Center delivers educational, health promotion and community-building services that meet the needs of LGBT youth, adults and their allies in the Greater Milwaukee area from its primary facility and other sites. The center's programs are developed with a consideration of community need, diversity and inclusivity, community development, availability of resources, and the center’s mission and vision.