As biomedical scholars, we have a special connection to Georgetown University’s Jesuit tradition of cura personalis: care for the whole person. Our campus provides ample resources to support your physical, mental and spiritual health.
Physical Health & Recreation
Campus Recreation at Yates Field House
Yates Field House is our gym on campus. It offers comprehensive recreational, fitness and wellness programming.
Wellness & Safety
The Georgetown Wellness & Safety webpage is a hub for student health, safety and other wellness activities and resources.
Accessibility at Georgetown
Visit the university’s accessibility website for information on accommodations and community.
Health Education Services
Free, confidential physical and mental health services such as consultation, referrals and advocacy.
HoyaEats Nutrition Program
This program offers nutritional services, including consultations and programming, provided by a registered dietitian.
Hoya Hub Food Pantry
The Hoya Hub food pantry at the Leavey Center is stocked with nonperishable food for university community members on an emergency basis.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Every Hoya Cares: Resources Hub
Every Hoya Cares is a gateway to mental health resources and services offered by the university.
Student Outreach & Support
SOS is a non-confidential resource for reporting a concern about a student’s health, safety or wellness. It provides holistic support to students in crisis.
Counseling and Psychiatric Service
CAPS counsels students and diagnoses and treats mental disorders. BGE students may contact Dr. Jade Sanders at (202) 687-0369 or js5048@georgetown.edu.
Student Ombuds
A confidential, informal resource that helps students to resolve conflicts and understand policies and processes.
Accessibility at Georgetown
Visit the university’s accessibility website for information on accommodations and community.
Student Mental Health Fund
This fund helps students who have been referred by CAPS to community mental health services.
Telehealth Services
A list of virtual services including the 24/7/365 HoyaWell service, available at no cost to students.
Black Survivors Coalition Community Providers
These community health providers focus on traditionally marginalized or underserved communities.
Spiritual Accompaniment & Meditation
Campus Ministry
Contemplative spaces, religious services and spiritual accompaniment for all religious and nonreligious identities. Find Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox Christian and Dharmic chaplaincies, interfaith programs and more.
John Main Center
The John Main Center for Meditation and Inter-religious Dialogue offers daily meditation sessions and special events.
Safety & Reporting
Students are encouraged to sign up for HOYAlert text alerts and save these phone numbers for on-campus emergency use:
- Georgetown University Police Department (GUPD): (202) 687-4343
- Georgetown Emergency Response Medical Service (GERMS): (202) 687-4357
For off-campus emergencies, call 9-1-1.
Campus Safety
The Safety & Emergency Preparedness webpage provides you with emergency contacts, the HOYAlert mass notification system, and the LiveSafe safety app.You may also wish to view fire and active shooter safety instructions.
Discrimination Resources
Resources and how to report discrimination or bias incidents through the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity and Affirmative Action (IDEAA).
Sexual Misconduct
Learn how to report sexual misconduct incidents to the university, or view resources for issues related to sexual misconduct.
Georgetown Police
Through the GUPD website you can report crimes and suspicious activity or threatening behavior, and find other safety resources.
Protect Your Property
You may register your bicycle with the university so it can be returned to you more easily if it is stolen and recovered. Minimize risk by always locking your bicycle with a U-lock, which is harder to cut than a cable lock.
Student Outreach & Support
SOS is a non-confidential resource for reporting a concern about a student’s health, safety or wellness. It provides holistic support to students in crisis.
For more graduate student life resources, please visit the Graduate Student Life Guide.
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