Instructors are welcome to copy/paste the following statement into syllabi.
The Center for Student Health & Counseling (SHAC)
Think SHAC First! The Center for Student Health & Counseling (SHAC) provides high quality, accessible, medical, counseling, dental, and health promotion services to all PSU students taking 5+ credit hours, regardless of the type of insurance coverage. Office visits at SHAC are FREE!
Students taking 1+ credit hours can access SHAC Dental Services. SHAC has an incredible staff of health care professionals who are dedicated to keeping you healthy so you can stay in the classroom and focus on learning. For a full list of services and more information visit pdx.edu/health-counseling.
Medical Excuse Notes: The Center for Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) does not provide medical excuse notes for absences from classes, labs, studios or exams, or for missed deadlines due to short-term illness, injury, or other clinical appointments. Visit the SHAC Medical Excuse Policy at pdx.edu/health-counseling/our-policies for more information.
Mental Health Emergencies: If you are having a mental health emergency and need to speak with someone immediately, come in to SHAC at ANY time during SHAC hours of operation. After hours and weekends call the Multnomah County Crisis Line 503.988.4888.
503.725.2800 | 1880 SW 6th Ave. Portland UCB Suite 200 | pdx.edu/health-counseling