STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES WILL REMAIN OPERATIONAL FOR STUDENTS AND FACULTY

As you are aware, the College has suspended in-person classes and will be moving to a remote hybrid class structure as of March 23. During the suspension of in-person classes, the S.T.A.R.S. office will remain operational to provide support services for both students and faculty.

S.T.A.R.S.

Beginning Monday, March 23, 2020, the S.T.A.R.S. Team will be available for general assistance, and to answer questions. Please contact a Student Success Coach at stars@philander.edu or call one of the Success Coaches below:

Ms. Donna Young: 501-613-7037

Ms. Michelle Marshall: 501-291-3823

Mrs. Michelle Grice: 501-291-0798

Ms. Brenda Martin: 501-510-0731

A member of the S.T.A.R.S. Team will consult with students over the phone to assist with identifying appropriate campus and community resources via the following self-referral button below:

Submit a Referal

Counseling Services

Counseling Services will be available during the normal working hours 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Counseling Services will offer emergency counseling services via telephone. Mrs. LaTisha Jackson can be reached at 501.370.5229 or 501.697.5345, or ljjackson@philander.edu. Dr. Antimoore Jackson can be reached at 501.952.5275, or A1USCO@aol.com.

Disability Support Services

Disability Support Services will be available to help students transition to online classes, and ensure accommodations are in place. Mrs. Brenda Martin can be reached at 501.370.5356 or bmartin@philander.edu.

Health Services

Health Services will be open and available for services during normal business hours. Nurse Steward will also be available for services/consults via telephone. Nurse Steward can be reached at 501.370.5333/501.804.5709 or rsteward@philander.edu.

If you suspect that you have been exposed, or been in contact with someone whom has been exposed, PLEASE call The Arkansas Department of Health at 1-800-803-7847 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. OR the After Hours Number at 501-661-2136

Professional Development and Student Engagement

All student activities have been canceled (i.e. Spring Fest, Student Organization progamming, etc.) until further notice. However, Dr. Vernita Bowens will be available to assist seniors in completing resumes’ and exit surveys, remotely. She can be reached at 501.975.6050 or vbowens@philander.edu

Please continue to follow all health precautions set forth by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) throughout this time. Your health and safety is of utmost importance. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable Spring Break.