StanCares is Here to Help
StanCares promotes a safe and productive learning, living, and working environment by addressing student needs and developing an individualized, coordinated intervention and support plan. Each case referred to StanCares is immediately communicated to our team for review and assignment, ensuring a timely response to the concerns shared by the reporting party. Please note the StanCares online form, phone number and email is not monitored 24/7. Any emergency situation must contact 911 for emergency services. In the event of an emergency, please call 911, followed by a StanCares report.
Recognizing When a Student May Need Support
As members of the Stan State community, faculty and staff may encounter students who are experiencing personal, emotional or academic challenges. Changes may become noticeable through conversations, class participation, written work, attendance or shifts in a student’s usual behavior.
Being familiar with common signs of concern and knowing when to connect a student with additional support can help you respond with care. Below are some signs that may indicate a student could benefit from additional assistance.
- Persistent sadness or low mood
- Increased anxiety or worry
- Noticeable changes in behavior
- Changes in sleep patterns
- Expressions of hopelessness
- Persistent fatigue or low energy
- Concerning alcohol or substance use
- Confusion or disorientation
- Changes in personal hygiene or appearance
- Sharing significant personal or family concerns
- Concerning references to weapons
- Aggressive or threatening behavior
- Unusual or concerning behavior
- Thoughts or statements about suicide or self-harm
- Significant changes in weight
- Extreme or alarming statements
- Increased irritability
- Feelings of helplessness
- Frequently late assignments
- Decline in academic performance
- Missed assignments or coursework
- Difficulty concentrating
- Increased procrastination
- Sudden or significant drop in grades
When you notice changes in a student, considering the broader situation can help you determine whether additional support may be appropriate:
- Have you noticed a change in the student’s personality, mood or demeanor?
- Has the student’s behavior or academic performance changed?
- Did the change occur suddenly, or has it developed gradually?
- Does the student appear to have a support system or people they can turn to?
- Has the student shared what they are experiencing or taken steps to seek support?
- Are the changes persistent, significant or becoming more concerning over time?
Submit a Report
StanCares Reports can be filed by any member of the campus community for a variety of reasons, including:
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Concern about someone’s physical and emotional health, overall well-being, housing or food insecurity, suspected abuse, etc.
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Concern that someone is exhibiting inappropriate, unusual and concerning behavior(s).
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To report incidents involving sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and stalking, or incidents involving discrimination, harassment or retaliation, visit the Equity Programs & Compliance Office to report.
StanCares Reports filed will be reviewed to determine which resources and referrals may be appropriate.
If you have any questions about whether or not to submit a report please contact StanCares Team at (209) 664-6700 or send an e-mail at stancares@csustan.edu.
Updated: August 25, 2026