Counseling, Student and Campus Services

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Counseling Services

Academic Advisement Center
3207 Boylan Hall

For information about the services offered by the Academic Advisement Center, see the chapter "Academic Standing" in the official Brooklyn College bulletin.

Personal Counseling
0203 James Hall, 951-5363

Counseling services include individual and group counseling, short-term therapy, crisis intervention, referrals to off-campus services, and a range of life skills workshops for test anxiety, stress management, and assertiveness training. All services are free and confidential.

Magner Center for Career Development and Internships
1303 James Hall, 951-5696

The Magner Center offers a wide range of career programs to Brooklyn College students, and alumni. The Magner Center assists students with choosing a major, planning a career, career assessments, resume and interview training, alumni advisors, finding internships, dressing for success, learning about the world of work, as well as developing marketable skills and job-search strategies. Students have direct access to top employers, jobs and internships through the online E-Recruiting system. Graduate and professional school preparation and application advisement is provided.

Services for International Students
1307 James Hall, 951-5696

Counseling and other special services are provided for international students enrolled with F-1, B-1, or B-2 visas, including processing of INS and other forms for status change, travel, employment, practical training, transfer of funds, and spouse/dependent visas. Apply at least one week in advance for processing of these requests. International students should report here upon arrival and send notice of any change of address or status.

School of Education
Office of Student Advisement/Teacher Certification
2105 James Hall, 951-5447 or 951-5820

The office provides information on academic requirements for undergraduate and graduate programs in the School of Education, as well as requirements for teacher certification.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counseling and Information
1303 James Hall, 951-5363

Professional help is provided through individual and group counseling, family and legal counseling, and a special program for former drug users. Free, confidential services are available to students, staff, and faculty members as well as their families.

Student Services


Health Programs
1115 Plaza Building, 951-4266 or 951-4505

Information is available on student health and wellness issues, student immunization requirements, and health insurance. Emergency medical services are available in 1407 Boylan Hall (telephone: 951-5858). The Brooklyn College Health Clinic is located in 114 Roosevelt Hall (telephone: 951-5580.)

Health Clinic
114 Roosevelt Hall, 951-5580
Hours: By appointment and walk-in hours as posted

The Brooklyn College Health Clinic offers health care for students. Services include the treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions, including sore throats, headaches, skin rashes, sexually acquired infections, anemia, and asthma. The clinic also provides guidance on family planning, smoking cessation, blood pressure monitoring, nutrition, and other health issues. Services are strictly confidential.

Care is provided primarily by nurse practitioners and physician assistants who have advanced, specialized training in medical diagnosis and treatment.

There is no charge for visits to the Health Clinic. Several lab tests are done at no charge, and most lab tests that require outside analysis are available at greatly reduced fees. Many medications are available at no charge.

Lay Advocate Program (legal counseling)
139 Ingersoll Hall Extension, 951-5360

The program offers members of the Brooklyn College community basic legal information, counseling by an attorney, and referral to legal-service agencies. Information on college rules and student rights is given by trained undergraduate volunteers supervised by an attorney.

Veterans Affairs and Counseling Office
0301 James Hall, 951-5105

The center provides orientation, counseling, academic planning assistance, tutoring, and liaison with the Veterans Administration and other agencies. The office has information about federal and state benefits, and counselors assist veterans in filing forms and applications for federal benefits. Veterans not attending college may obtain counseling, admission information, and assistance in securing benefits.

Women's Center
227 Ingersoll Hall Extension, 951-5777

The center provides a variety of services for women: referrals to therapists, lawyers, social service and counseling agencies; information about new career opportunities, professional women's networks, scholarships and grants. Services are available to students, faculty and staff members, and community residents 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays

Campus Services

Food Services
College dining facilities are located in Boylan Hall. These include cafeteria service, a kosher dairy bar, and a service dining room. The main cafeteria offers salad, soup, delicatessen, grilled foods, beverages, and desserts. Kosher service includes hot and cold foods, desserts, and a soda fountain. The dining room menu offers salad, sandwiches, hot and cold entrees, and desserts.

The cafeteria and dairy bar seat 750. The dining room seats 180. Hours of operation extend from morning until evening. Catering is available for receptions and other special events. Vending machines are located in several buildings.

Brooklyn College Bookstore
0400 Boylan Hall Basement, 951-5150; 434-0333

The bookstore stocks new and used required and recommended books, art supplies and equipment, and other school supplies.
http://www.bkstore.com/brooklyn/

ATM Banking
An automated teller machine (ATM), installed by Republic Bank, is located adjacent to the Campus Security and Public Safety Office, 1433 Boylan Hall. Open twenty-four hours a day, the ATM performs all transactions except deposits. The service is free of charge unless the user's account is with a bank that charges a fee for ATM services.

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