Housing Insecurity Emergency Aid

The cost of a four-year college education has increased significantly and with inflation college students can find themselves struggling to remain enrolled in college.  The costs of tuition, textbooks, transportation, housing, and food in Illinois can result in a student experiencing crisis at any point in their college career.  For some students, pursuing a college degree can mean going hungry or living in a vehicle.  College hunger, homelessness, and any deficit in a basic human need requires support.

Illinois's Public Act 102-0083 requires Illinois institutions of Higher Education to identify a  HOUSE  (Housing and Opportunities that are Useful for Students' Excellence) liaison to provide support and resources to students experiencing homelessness.  Institutions that have housing are also required to prioritize placement for homeless students, including during school breaks, if on-campus housing remains open.

CSU's House Liaison is the Director of the Counseling Center and their responsibility is to adhere to the Illinois Public Act 102-0083.  The Illinois Board of Higher Education has provided grant funds through the End Student Housing Insecurity (ESHI).  CSU has established the Housing Insecurity Emergency Request Fund intended to assist students who face unexpected costs that impede their ability to continue and succeed academically and personally while enrolled at Chicago State University. If you are experiencing difficulty paying for time-sensitive expenses, including housing/rent, food, transportation, utilities, medical care, childcare, books, school fees, or other basic necessities, please fill out the following form, and include a brief summary of your circumstances. It is especially critical for those experiencing homelessness or those that are at risk of being homeless. Currently enrolled students may be eligible for some form of assistance.

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Mental Health Emergencies

In the event of a personal emergency during normal working hours, you may call the Counseling Center at (773) 995-2383 and make an appointment to come in person to the Cordell Reed Student Union Building (CRSU) Suite 190, daily between the hours of 9am and 4pm.

After hours and in emergency situations, go to your local hospital emergency room or dial 911. If on campus contact Campus Police.

When helping someone in crisis remember to:

• Clarify the problem
• Communicate your commitment to help
• Contact appropriate professional staff
• Talk in a calm, direct and reassuring manner
• Stay until assistance arrives