Well @ CLS Resources

We get it. Law school asks A LOT of you. And at this time of year, it’s easy to feel like you can only pick two priorities (or one!): keeping up with coursework, taking care of your physical and mental well-being, and having something that resembles a social life. We want to make it a little easier to have all three. We’ve compiled some resources around Columbia and our city that might offer some opportunities to recharge. Be gentle to yourself in this season. And please reach out if you need help.

For urgent mental health concerns, call 212-854-2878 (available 24/7).

Building Community @ CLS

Take a hike, sip some wine, or play softball with one of 85 CLS student organizations

Reflect on identity at CLS in Campus Conversations

Keep up with what's happening on CU main campus - movies, book talks, and more

Know you're not alone with CU Support Groups

Get to know a reference librarian and gain a valuable ally in research

Participate in faith community

Check the CLS events calendar (and ctrl + F for lunch?)

Managing Stress + Caring For Your Whole Self

Talk it through at the Problem Solving Drop-In Sessions

Take a moment for meditation in Butler Library

Decompress through the practice of coloring

Connect with a counselor

Sweat it out at Dodge Fitness Center

Find your center with CLS Mindfulness Program

Breathe deeply in free yoga classes

Request a workshop on good sleep habits for your study group

Make the City Your Home

Volunteer with a local non-profit

Browse a gallery or see a show with the Arts Initiative

Find a deal on dinner during Harlem Restaurant Week

Visit a museum for free with your library card

Cheer on the Knicks, Nets, or Lions

Find some sanctuary in Central Park

Have another idea? Send it to studentservices@law.columbia.edu.

Other Resources

Medical & Mental Health
Counseling and Psychological Services

Medical Appointments

Alice! Health Promotion

COVID Resources

Support Groups - Coordinated by Columbia Health

Lawyers Assistance Program - A free, confidential service available to law students and their family members in NYC who are struggling with alcohol or drug abuse, depression, anxiety and stress, as well as other addictions and mental health issues.

Columbia Health Resources:
Services Quick Reference Sheet
Intro Video
Insurance 101 Video
Feedback Survey

Safety & Transportation
CU's Public Safety App - Lionsafe

Evening Shuttle
Intercampus Shuttle
Safety Escorts

Safety Awareness Opportunities

Emergency Resources

Emergency Text Messaging
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Emergency Phone #s
Columbia’s Public Safety is available at any time of day, every day. Please store these critical numbers in your phone:

Morningside Campus Emergency Line: 212-854-5555
Manhattanville Campus Emergency Line: 212-853-3333
Medical Center Campus Emergency Line: 212-305-7979