Eastern Kentucky University students have access to mental health support and crisis services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including weekends, evenings, holidays, and during university closures. After hours support is available to all EKU students, or any person concerned about an EKU student. Call the EKU 24/7 Crisis Line at 859-622-1303 for immediate assistance. For more information, visit our Crisis Services page.

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 (phone, text, chat) or website

If you need emergency assistance, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY: the EKU Counseling Center (EKUCC) will abide by the EKU Inclement Weather Policy Plan A and Plan B. In accordance with this policy:

• In the event of Plan A, the EKU Counseling Center office located in Whitlock Bldg Room 571 will close. All EKUCC services will be offered VIRTUALLY by video or phone. Call the office at 859-622-1303 for more information. EKUCC After Hours Urgent Support will still be available and can be accessed by calling 859-622-1303.
• In the event of Plan B, virtual and in-person services will be suspended. Call the office at 859-622-1303 for more information. EKUCC After Hours Urgent Support will still be available and can be accessed by calling 859-622-1303.