While the Los Angeles-area wildfires that are causing devastation in Southern California have not directly affected the University, there are students and employees whose families and loved ones are affected. Student Affairs has provided the following support information and resources to help prioritize safety and well-being during this time:

USAHS Student Support and Resources

• Accommodations will be made as needed and appropriate for students unable to return to campus due to travel or personal situations related to the California wildfires. Students unable to participate in their scheduled class or who need extra time or extensions on assignments because of adverse conditions must contact their instructor and program director.  
• You may also complete a Student Wellness Referral Form, or reach out to us at studentwellness@usa.edu for mental or emotional support during this difficult time. A staff member from the Student Wellness team will reach out to you within 48 hours to connect and provide assistance. Additional resources can be found at MyUSA>Student Services> Student Wellness.
• Our student assistance program provider, ComPsych, is available to assist with wildfire support and resources. You and the people in your household can call 800-697-0353 to be connected for free, 24/7, to a licensed counselor. You can also access online resources at guidanceresources.com by creating a free account with the Web ID “USAHS.”  Some support resources include:

·       Digital Toolkit: Crisis and Trauma Toolkit

·       World Watch Documents with information on: Evacuations, Disaster Recovery Information, Road Conditions, Power Outages, Shelter Information, Emergency Animal Shelter Information, Additional Support

·       Crisis Support Flyer

If you need general assistance or have questions about University resources, please contact your Student Success Advisor. The contact information for Student Success Advisors can be found at MyUSA, Student Services, Advising.