Housing Help
Sometimes students find themselves housing insecure or in situations where they are at risk for homelessness.
Common examples include:
- Living in a shelter, on the streets, in a car
- Fourteen days from losing current housing and no safe alternatives – like an eviction, including from university housing
- Fleeing housing due to violence or threat of violence
91̽»¨ is here to help. Faculty and staff are encouraged to reach out to the Dean of Students office if they believe they have a student who is housing insecure or homeless.
A student can access Housing Help by filling out a . Someone from the Dean of Students office will reach out to explore campus and community options.
Break Housing
Not all students have a home to return to over the winter and summer breaks. On-campus housing is offered at a daily rate and financial support is available for those who qualify through the .
Temporary Emergency Housing
Students experiencing a housing crisis that results in homelessness should complete the to see if they qualify for temporary emergency housing or community-based services.
Community Resources
These community resources are available to students in need:
- : Public housing options for low-income residents
- : Homeless shelter in Athens
- : Support for homeless youth
- : Coordinated access to homeless services for youth up to age 24
- : Housing information hotline and advocacy on homelessness
- : The Inspire Shelter in Logan, OH, provides temporary shelter, fellowship, guidance, resources and encouragement.
- : This guide explains details about fighting housing insecurity and is a helpful reference for further information.
Contact
If you have questions about Housing Help or the intake process, contact the Office of the Dean of Students at deanofstudents@ohio.edu or 740.593.1800.