Support for students impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Last week, Provost Michele Gillespie sent a message to all faculty after Hurricane Helene to acknowledge that this disaster has personally impacted some of our students. The same holds for Hurricane Milton.

Faculty were encouraged to be mindful of the individual consequences these storms have had for some of our students and were urged to extend grace and flexibility wherever possible. That might look like adjusting deadlines, offering alternative learning arrangements, or simply being a listening ear with compassion.

Students, if Helene or Milton has affected you and is impacting your academics, the first step is to talk to your faculty about the situation and work together on potential solutions. For undergraduate students, if you need additional assistance after your conversations with faculty, you can find academic support through the Office of Academic Advising; the Office of Academic Advising is available to follow up with faculty members after a student’s initial contact to update them on your situation.

Students experiencing personal hardships due to these storms are encouraged to prioritize their emotional wellbeing during this time. Students who need support can reach out through We Are Wake or 336.758.CARE (2273).

Students who are Florida natives received a message yesterday from the Office of the Dean of Students outlining available resources and assistance that can help them stay safe and maintain their wellbeing.