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Step Up and Speak Out is a collaborative effort of 91�ֿ� Counseling and Psychological Services, CARES Center, the Office of the Dean of Students, and Police Services.

Step Up and Speak Out is a collaborative effort of 91�ֿ� facilitated by the CARES Center in partnership with Counseling and Psychological Services, CARES Center, the Office of the Dean of Students and Police Services and intended to better educate university community members on how to assist distressed or disruptive individuals. All campuses have a response guide specific to each location. The response guide will assist you with recognizing behavioral signs and symptoms ranging from minimal risk to urgent situations requiring immediate assistance. Additionally, all 91�ֿ� students have access to a crisis text line and a 24-hour support and crisis call line to provide evening and weekend triage service and referrals. 

Download the KSUMobile app for quick access to Step Up Speak Out resources. Within the app, find Step Up Speak Out under 'Campus Utilities.'

To request a training session or additional information for your academic department or administrative unit, please contact the CARES Center at 330-672-7575.
 

Mental health issues are an increasing concern on college campuses across the country, with faculty and staff thrust into the role of “first responders” to crises and other difficult situations. Step Up and Speak out was created to assist you in making choices when responding to individuals experiencing emotional distress, and those at-risk for suicide who may exhibit disruptive behavior. 91�ֿ� is fully committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our campus community, and you can play a major role in this effort. Helping those in need not only strengthens our community, but it is an integral part of keeping the campus safe and ensuring that individuals in need can be linked to appropriate services and resources.