Wellness Initiatives

Current Students

Office of Well-being

The USF College of Nursing Office of Well-being serves and supports the USF Nursing community. The Office of Well-being is committed to encouraging healthy lifestyles that promote and enhance quality of life among members of the USF College of Nursing community. Using a holistic approach, the Office provides inclusive and collaborative programs, services, and other resources to support wellbeing among USF Nursing students, faculty, and staff.

For more information about the Office of Well-being, please contact con-wellbeing@usf.edu.

Meet the Well-being Team

Danielle Castro, Ed. D., MBA

Danielle Castro, Ed. D., MBA

Manager, Health & Well-being
Julia Szenberg

Julia Szenberg

Well-being Coordinator

Resources to Support YOU

Click here for a list of common resources on each of our campuses!

Free services that address a broad range of personal, emotional, and psychological concerns.
Embedded Counseling Services within the College of Nursing:
Michelle Morton, LMHC, provides free and confidential counseling services specifically for CON students.
- Appointments are available in person or virtually.
  *In-person appointments are on Tampa Campus
- Mondays from 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 1:00–4:00 p.m.
  *By appointment only.
  
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Available 24/7, 365. Free virtual mental health counseling, crisis support, and wellness coaching.
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Need groceries or hygiene supplies? This free, confidential service is open to all students, no questions asked. Available on all three campuses.
Free and confidential services to USF students, faculty, and staff who have experienced crime, violence, or abuse on or off campus.
Tampa: 24/7 Helpline - (813) 974-5757
Sarasota-Manatee: 24/7 Helpline - (813) 974-5757
St. Pete: 24/7 Helpline - (727) 873-4422
Ensures all USF nursing students have access to academic and student support services including advising, counseling, and individual case management.
Academic Advising
College of Nursing academic advisors support students in navigating their academic journey, including program requirements, course planning, academic progress, and connection to relevant resources.
- Undergraduate Academic Advising
- Graduate Academic Advising
Provides academic resources and support services for undergraduate students, such as mentoring and skill-building to enhance academic achievement and support the overall student experience.
Undergraduate Student Success Facilitator:
Tampa Campus
Contact: Jackie Tasso
Email: titusj@usf.edu

St. Pete Campus & Sarasota-Manatee Teach-out Site
Contact: Danielle Schuurman
Email: Danielleschuurman@usf.edu
Primary Care Services, Sexual Health & Gynecology, LGBTQ+ Health Services, Neuropsychology, Immunizations + Allergy, and more. No copay for primary care!
USF Recreation
USF Recreation offers opportunities to support physical activity, connection, and overall well-being through fitness programs, group fitness classes, sports, outdoor recreation, aquatics, and more. Explore available programs, facilities, and activities to find options that fit your interests and schedule.”
Find community through those that share similar interests to you using BullsConnect.
Confidential, impartial, independent and informal resource for students who have encountered university-related issues and concerns.
Contact Number: (813)-974-0835
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