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Student Life

Aug. 26, 2026 | Read time 1 min

MSU campus resources available for students

By: Anna Kendall

College can bring a mix of predictable milestones and sudden surprises, but navigating them doesn't have to be a solo effort.

Michigan State University's campus is filled with supportive resources and people who are ready to help.

MSU Counseling and Psychological Services

MSU Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers comprehensive mental health support to students including counseling, referral coordination, consultations and more.

  • 24/7 CAPS Crisis Counseling: 517-355-8270

Campus health services

On-campus health center that provides health care for illness or injury, immunizations, nutrition services and more for students.

  • Located in the Olin Health Center
  • Call 517-353-4660 to make an appointment.

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The SafeMSU app provides emergency alerts, police reporting services, safe transportation options and more.

  • Available on the Apple or Google app stores.

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  • Virtual friend walk: A SafeMSU feature that allows you to share your location with a friend so they can see real time progress as you travel to your destination.
  • Safe Ride: A free late night transportation service offered by ASMSU.
  • Night Owl: Late night and early morning on-campus transportation services for students when CATA buses are not running.

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Center for Survivors

  • 517-355-3551
  • @msucenterforsurvivors
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  • 517-355-3960
  • civilrights.msu.edu

Gender and Sexuality Campus Center

  • 517-353-9520
  • @msugscc
  • gscc.msu.edu

Worried about a fellow Spartan?

  • If an individual is showing signs of distress but it is not an emergency, submit a CARE referral.
  • You can also submit a self-referral if you need non-emergency help.
  • To submit a referral, visit ossa.msu.edu.

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