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Caring Campus · Student Wellbeing
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Lawson State is a Caring Campus. We support your mental, physical, and basic-needs wellbeing — not just your academics.
All Free for LSCC Students
WHAT WE OFFER
Mental health & personal support
Counseling Services
Licensed counselors provide confidential one-on-one sessions to help students manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. All sessions are free for enrolled students.
205.929.6360 · Both campuses · In person & virtual
Free food assistance
Cougar Pantry
If you or your family are experiencing food insecurity, the Cougar Pantry provides free groceries and non-perishable food items. No questions asked — just show your student ID.
Birmingham Campus · Student Services Building · Mon–Fri
Professional attire, free
Cougar Clothing Closet
Need an outfit for a job interview or career fair? The Cougar Clothing Closet provides free professional clothing to students. Available for both men and women.
Ask at Student Services · Both campuses
24/7 support lines
Crisis & Emergency Resources
In a mental health emergency, call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988). For campus emergencies, call campus security or 911.
National: 988 · Campus Security: 205.929.6350
Accommodations & accessibility
Disability Services
Students with documented disabilities may receive academic accommodations including extended test time, note-taking assistance, and accessible course materials. Apply early in the semester.
Student Affairs · 205.929.6437
Recreation & fitness
Physical Wellness
The Birmingham Campus Athletic Complex includes fitness facilities available to students. Athletics staff can advise on wellness programming and fitness resources on campus.
Birmingham Campus · Athletic Complex
ACCS Initiative
CARING CAMPUS
Lawson State Community College is a designated Caring Campus through the Alabama Community College System. This commitment means we proactively support students through mental health, food security, and wellness programs.
- ›Dedicated counselors with specialized training in mental health first aid
- ›Faculty and staff trained to recognize and respond to student distress
- ›Anonymous tip line for reporting concerns about fellow students
- ›Warm hand-off referrals to community mental health resources
- ›Peer support programs that connect struggling students with trained peers
Confidential Support
COUNSELING IS FREE & CONFIDENTIAL
Talking to a counselor doesn't go on your academic record. It's confidential, free, and available to every enrolled student. You don't have to be in crisis to reach out — any challenge qualifies.
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