Care Team

Resources & Support for Students in Need

We're Here to Help

The Care Team is a group that helps students who may be struggling but aren't in an emergency. They offer support, step in when needed, and check in with students afterward. Referring a student to the Care Team connects them to this support.

Is this an emergency? If yes, call 911. For on-campus emergencies, call Public Safety.

How Care Team Works

1. Care Team receives a referral from someone concerned about a student.
2. Care Team meets to evaluate student needs and concerns.
3. Care Team reaches out to the student and plans a supportive course of action.
4. Care Team will follow up with faculty or staff as needed.
5. The Care Team will work with the student until no additional concerns are presented.

Reporting a Concern

Identifying a student in need early can lead to early intervention and prevention of harm. Care Team is able to connect the dots among shared concerns to best assist students.

If you’re concerned about a student’s mental or physical well-being and there is not an imminent threat of harm or danger, a Care Team referral is the right area for your concern.

Anyone can submit a concern about an active student. Concerns you should report on include:

• Any concern of physical or mental well-being
• Suicidal thoughts (not in imminent danger)
• Changes in mood or behavior
• Disturbing speech or writing
• Threats to others (direct or indirect)
• A situation that makes you uneasy even if you are unsure about the circumstances or events
• You've noticed signs that the student is distressed

Report a concern through referral

Care Team Members

• Student Care Coordinator: Sarah Kenkel
• Mental Health Counselor: Ali Sheahan
• Veterans Services Coordinator: Jeremy Rosel
• Student Accessibility Services Coordinator: Teresa Hellum
• Director of Student Connections & Experience: Rhonda McRina
• Dean of Students: Norman Coley
• Public Safety Manager: Nermin Ferkic
• Director of Public Safety & Emergency Management: John Kramer
• Public Safety Coordinator: Jenny Johnson
• Recreation & Athletics Coordinator: Michael Ellingson
• Recreation & Athletics Assistant Coordinator: Brice Enright
• Student Activities Coordinator: Paige Bergmann
• Associate Director of Workforce Training & Community Development: Keri Kono
• Transition Specialist: Abigail Kissel
• Academic Career Education Specialist: Christina Tafolla