Your Life at Webster Athens

We are here to support you outside of the classroom. Use this page to find help with your health, housing, student clubs and campus safety.

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Counseling Center

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Personal counseling services are offered free of charge at Webster Athens and are open to all students, staff, faculty, alumni and their families. The service provides a safe and confidential environment to discuss personal issues.

The service can also help you find adequate outside resources and provide information on psychological issues. Client confidentiality is always a priority for the Counseling Center. We understand that privacy is essential to the success of your counseling experience.

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Student Affairs

The office of Student Affairs will help you integrate into the vibrant student community at Webster Athens. By attending any of our events or by joining one of the many student clubs or associations you’ll be able to make the most of your time at our University.

Come by the Office to find out more information about what we can offer you on campus and how you can get involved.

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Residential Life

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The Residential Life Office is here to create a welcoming environment for all our students and to develop supportive and engaging student communities within our residences. We provide residential services and support including assistance with accommodation options, information on housing policies and procedures, on-campus and off-campus resources, social opportunities and referrals with any concerns.

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Campus Safety and Emergency

The main contact for security issues on campus is Mr. Tom Mazarakis:

For emergencies:

  • Police: 100
  • Ambulance: 166
  • Fire Department: 199

 Evacuation Plans

Fire/Hazardous Material Release

  • Activate the nearest fire alarm.
  • As you evacuate your room/office/class, close windows and doors, if you can.
  • Do not take any belongings — your life comes first!
  • Leave the building immediately by following the exit signs. Do not use any elevators.
  • Walk to the Emergency Assembly Point, which is located at the corner of Ipitou and Voulis Streets.
  • Do not return and enter the building unless instructed by security personnel.
  • Call the fire department: 199

Medical Emergency

  • Do not move the person unless in danger at current location.
  • Stay with the patient until help arrives.
  • Call the paramedics: 166

Suspicious Person or Activity

Threatening Person on Campus

  • If someone is exhibiting threatening behavior or committing violence, leave the building. Notify anyone you may encounter to exit the building.
  • If you cannot leave, lock or barricade yourself in the nearest room and turn off the lights.
  • Hide and keep as quiet as possible.
  • Call the police: 100

  • If you need to evacuate the building, use the nearest safe exit.
  • Follow the evacuation routes on the plan (PDF) and report to the Emergency Assembly Point.
  • Remain at the Emergency Assembly Point until you receive an “all clear” or further instructions.

Webster Athens can only get emergency information to you if we know how to reach you. In order to keep you informed and safe, we must have your current information, including your email address, home phone number and mobile phone number. Faculty and staff should do this by contacting Human Resources. Students should contact the Registrar's Office.

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