Student Basic Needs strengthens access to critical resources by cultivating campus and community partnerships and maintaining a robust basic needs referral network. Through proactive navigation support, we empower students to leverage a broader ecosystem of services that reinforce their food, housing, and economic well-being.
Campus Resources
USC Career Center
- USC Career Center
- Handshake: USC’s university-wide career services management platform and the largest career community for college students.
USC Student Health – Counseling and Mental Health
- Individual and group therapy, crisis support, psychiatric services and specialties for gender-based harm. Find more information here.
- Crisis support: Walk in to Engemann and Eric Cohen Student Health Centers for urgent matters or call the 24/7 line, 213-740-9355 (WELL)
- 24/7 Crisis Text Line Support: Text “TROJAN” to 741741 on your mobile phone or via WhatsApp for 24/7 texting-based support from the trained volunteers at the Crisis Text Line (CTL). CTL is a national non-profit service and a recognized support partner of USC Student Health. It is not a psychotherapy service. No individual patient data is collected or shared through this line
USC Campus Support & Intervention
- Provide support and guidance navigating complex issues. Open to current students, staff, and faculty. Find more information here.
Community Resource Guide
Explore additional resources in the LA community. In this guide you will find resources for food, CalFresh, housing, financial assistance, technology programs, and much more!