Scholarship
Events and U-M Faculty and Experts – U-M LSA Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia (WCEE)
Russian Federation’s Invasion of Ukraine – U-M Library research guide
Russian Invasion of Ukraine Teach-Out – Michigan Online
Professor Anna Muller and visiting scholar Sylwia K. Mazur – U-M Dearborn teach in
Michigan News coverage: Russian invasion of Ukraine
Stressed by what’s going on in Ukraine? How to cope – and help – Michigan Medicine
U-M statements
U-M officials are closely monitoring the evolving situation in Ukraine. We will update this site with additional information and resources as they become available.
Statement in Support of Ukraine, WCEE, CREES, CES, CCPS – Feb. 24, 2022
Dear Student:
The violence unfolding in Ukraine is upsetting to those who cherish democracy. As the Dean of Students, I understand you or your family may be personally affected by these events. I am reaching out to offer the support of the Dean of Students Office and to provide information about other campus resources that are able to assist you. We recognize the extraordinary impact and toll this is having on so many, and want you to know we care and are here for you.
The Dean of Students Office regularly assists students experiencing disruptions in their academic and student lives. We provide support and work to connect students with appropriate resources. If you would like to discuss how we may assist you, please contact us at deanofstudents@umich.edu or by phone at 734-764-7420.
In addition to the Dean of Students Office, your school or college is also available to assist you and you may have already heard from them.
Below are additional campus and community resources that you may also find helpful:
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
- 734-764-8312
- CAPS offers a number of resources that could help you get through this time period, including online resources if you are away for Spring Break.
- International Center
- 734-764-9310; icenter@umich.edu
- The International Center provides information and resources for international students regarding their immigration and visa related needs and challenges and any travel related concerns.
Please do not hesitate to connect with us about your particular needs. We are here to help in any way we can.
Sincerely,
Laura Blake Jones
Dean of Students
Dear Student:
The events unfolding in Russia and Ukraine are unsettling to many. As the Dean of Students, I am sending you this email because, according to U-M records, your permanent address is in Russia. We understand you or your family may be personally affected by the current conflict. I am reaching out to offer the support of the Dean of Students Office and to provide information about other campus resources that are able to assist you. We recognize the extraordinary impact and toll this is having on so many, and want you to know we care and are here for you.
The Dean of Students Office regularly assists students experiencing disruptions in their academic and student lives. We provide support and work to connect students with appropriate resources. If you would like to discuss how we may assist you, please contact us at deanofstudents@umich.edu or by phone at 734-764-7420.
In addition to the Dean of Students Office, your school or college is also available to assist you and you may have already heard from them as well.
Below are some additional campus and community resources that you may also find helpful:
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
- 734-764-8312
- CAPS offers a number of resources that could help you get through this time period, including online resources if you are away for Spring Break.
- International Center
- 734-764-9310; icenter@umich.edu
- The International Center provides information and resources for international students regarding their immigration and visa related needs and challenges and any travel related concerns.
Please do not hesitate to connect with us about your particular needs. We are here to help in any way we can.
Sincerely,
Laura Blake Jones
Dean of Students
Ukraine: WCEE Engagement and Support – Feb. 28, 2022
President Coleman: Support for Ukraine – Mar. 7, 2022
Chancellor Grasso: Regarding the Ongoing War in Ukraine – Mar. 7, 2022
Sellers/Harmon: Statement on the War in Ukraine – Mar. 28, 2022
How you can help
Center for Disaster Philanthropy
Global Giving Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund
International Committee of the Red Cross
International Rescue Committee
Resources for students
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) mental health professionals provide support to individuals from a wide array of identities, including traditionally marginalized or disenfranchised groups. CAPS continually offers confidential, culturally-informed services and provides support for navigating national/world events impacting psychological well-being.
Dean of Students Office (DOS) staff provide direct support and assistance to students who are encountering anything that is interrupting their Michigan experience, and can also make referrals to other services, including Campus Climate Support and restorative pathways through the Office of Student Conflict Resolution.
The International Center provides information and resources for international students regarding their immigration and visa related needs and challenges and any travel related concerns.
734-764-9310; icenter@umich.edu
Resources for faculty and staff
Faculty and Staff Counseling and Consultation Office
(734) 936-8660 or fascco@umich.edu
Michigan Medicine Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience
(734) 763-5409 or counseling@med.umich.edu
Updated: March 7, 2022
