Student Wellbeing Resource Center at Columbus State (Formerly Student Advocacy Center)

Student News | Monday, June 8, 2026

Columbus State’s Student Wellbeing Resource Center (formerly Student Advocacy Center) is designed to assist students with basic needs and challenges you may face. The Center may be able to provide COTA bus passes, housing assistance, childcare vouchers, and more. Students are encouraged to complete a free Assistance Survery at the webpage link above to connect with the Student Wellbeing team. 

Mid-Ohio Market at Columbus State
The Mid-Ohio Market operates each semester when classes are in session. It is open Mondays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesdays from 2 to 6 p.m., and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Students may visit any day the Market is open. Wednesdays are reserved for students only, while any community members may visit on Mondays and Thursdays.

Counseling services
Direct counseling support is available 24/7/365 through the telehealth platform Uwill. Columbus State students: You may choose a therapist based on your preferences (gender, language, ethnicity, or focus area) at a time that fits your schedule. Counseling is available by video, phone, chat, or message. The services at Uwill are private, secure, confidential, and free of charge to enrolled Columbus State students. Uwill counselors can be reached anytime for assistance at 833-646-1526.

Lutheran Social Services Health Center
Columbus State has established a partnership with the Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Health Center to provide in-person counseling support. The LSS behavioral health team consists of licensed and trained professionals who provide a variety of comprehensive services, including health screenings, case management, same-day psychiatry services, and more. Many different types of insurance are accepted, but for individuals without insurance, they offer a sliding fee discount program. They accept walk-ins at their location near the Columbus campus at 245 North Grant Ave. Appointments can be scheduled by phone at 380-278-1450. For more information, visit the LSS website.

COTA Bus Passes
The Student Wellbeing Resource Center has free bus passes available for Columbus State students enrolled in at least one course – credit or non-credit. Passes may also be used for the COTA Mainstream paratransit service. Note: Students must first register for the Mainstream Service through COTA. No appointment is needed. Passes available for students in Autumn Semester 2026 will need to be renewed for Spring Semester 2027. 

Students should visit the Student Wellbeing Resource Center Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (The center closes for lunch from noon to 1 p.m.). The center is located in the Center for Workforce Development (WD), room 1018, in the back half of WD at 400 Grove St., across the street from the Mid-Ohio Market at Columbus State. 

CCAMPIS Voucher 
The Student  Wellbeing Resource Center accepts applications for the CCAMPIS Childcare Voucher. The Voucher is available to help Columbus State students pay childcare costs. Eligible students must be enrolled in a certificate or degree program at Columbus State. Check the Student Wellbeing Resource Center webpage for more requirements and guidelines. 

Laptops
We have a limited number of laptops for students. Students must complete a Foundational Needs Survey at this link. Someone from the Student Wellbeing Team will respond within 48 hours on weekdays after a request. 

Literacy resources
The Student Wellbeing Resource Center also has financial literacy resources that can be requested when taking the Foundational Needs Survey at this link.

Additional benefits 
Our reps from Job & Family Services are available to meet with enrolled students for SNAP, Medicaid, PRC, and childcare benefits. Assistance is available by appointment only. 

 

 

 

 

 

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