Caring for the whole Mustang
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Caring for the whole Mustang
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Caring for the whole Mustang
As you pursue your academic goals, it is also important to find a sense of personal balance and wellness. At SMU, we prioritize your mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Take advantage of these resources to find what works best for you.
Mind
Mental health is just as important as physical well-being for Mustangs.
SMU has a number of mental health apps and self-help resources available to students to help you cope with the stresses of academic life.
Jump to mind
Body
Moving your body can be a great way to manage stress. Plus, finding new activities can be a great way to meet people from all corners of campus.
Jump to body
Spirit
College is a great time to explore what you believe, and we’ve got the resources for you to find your spiritual home on the Hilltop.
Jump to spirit
Mind
On-campus resources
When you need to check in with yourself, SMU offers in-person and virtual
SMU Counseling
, on-demand video appointments through
SMU Teletherapy by AcademicLiveCare
, a
Campus Well
blog written for students, by students and substance abuse and recovery resources. See how grads like
Stuyvie Coleman ’21
are working to support fellow Mustangs.
Take Advantage
Getting outside
Whether you’re
grabbing a coffee
at the Starbucks in Fondren Library or camping out with a good book under a tree on the Boulevard, use the
interactive map
to find your next favorite spot, or venture off campus for some fresh air on Katy Trail. Sometimes, you’ll even catch support animals hanging around campus during finals week or the beloved pets of our
Faculty in Residence
.
find your spot
Body
Dedman Center
Take advantage of intramural sports, group fitness, personal training, SMU Outdoor Adventures, club sports and state-of-the-art aquatics at the
Dedman Center for Lifetime Sports
.
Join in
Dr. Bob Smith Health Center
When you’re feeling under the weather, the
Dr. Bob Smith Health Center
is your on-campus resource center for flu
and other
vaccinations, well or sick appointments, pharmacy services and more.
Take care
Spirit
Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life
When you need spiritual guidance, care and connection, find this office in the Hughes-Trigg Student Center. A variety of faiths and traditions are represented, and
Spiritual Life mentors
are on hand to offer a listening ear for students.
Find connection
Thriving campus ministries
SMU offers
more than 20 religious life partners
, representing Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Hindu traditions. If you don’t see your faith represented, the chaplain’s office is always available to discuss starting something new.
Get involved
Learn more about life on the Hilltop
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will prepare you to achieve your educational goals and expand your world in ways you never imagined. Ours is a community of people
forging their own paths.
We'd like to
help you shape yours.
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Skip to main content
Caring for the whole Mustang
As you pursue your academic goals, it is also important to find a sense of personal balance and wellness. At SMU, we prioritize your mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Take advantage of these resources to find what works best for you.
Mind
Mental health is just as important as physical well-being for Mustangs.
SMU has a number of mental health apps and self-help resources available to students to help you cope with the stresses of academic life.
Jump to mind
Body
Moving your body can be a great way to manage stress. Plus, finding new activities can be a great way to meet people from all corners of campus.
Jump to body
Spirit
College is a great time to explore what you believe, and we’ve got the resources for you to find your spiritual home on the Hilltop.
Jump to spirit
Mind
On-campus resources
When you need to check in with yourself, SMU offers in-person and virtual
SMU Counseling
, on-demand video appointments through
SMU Teletherapy by AcademicLiveCare
, a
Campus Well
blog written for students, by students and substance abuse and recovery resources. See how grads like
Stuyvie Coleman ’21
are working to support fellow Mustangs.
Take Advantage
Getting outside
Whether you’re
grabbing a coffee
at the Starbucks in Fondren Library or camping out with a good book under a tree on the Boulevard, use the
interactive map
to find your next favorite spot, or venture off campus for some fresh air on Katy Trail. Sometimes, you’ll even catch support animals hanging around campus during finals week or the beloved pets of our
Faculty in Residence
.
find your spot
Body
Dedman Center
Take advantage of intramural sports, group fitness, personal training, SMU Outdoor Adventures, club sports and state-of-the-art aquatics at the
Dedman Center for Lifetime Sports
.
Join in
Dr. Bob Smith Health Center
When you’re feeling under the weather, the
Dr. Bob Smith Health Center
is your on-campus resource center for flu
and other
vaccinations, well or sick appointments, pharmacy services and more.
Take care
Spirit
Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life
When you need spiritual guidance, care and connection, find this office in the Hughes-Trigg Student Center. A variety of faiths and traditions are represented, and
Spiritual Life mentors
are on hand to offer a listening ear for students.
Find connection
Thriving campus ministries
SMU offers
more than 20 religious life partners
, representing Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Hindu traditions. If you don’t see your faith represented, the chaplain’s office is always available to discuss starting something new.
Get involved
Learn more about life on the Hilltop
SMU Experience
Search the SMU website
Search
Submit
Popular Searches
Current Students
Majors and Minors
Undergraduate Admission | SMU
Graduate Admission
Faculty & Staff
Graduate Programs
Alumni
Did you know?
SMU's singular approach to integrating rigorous learning with
hands-on experience
will prepare you to achieve your educational goals and expand your world in ways you never imagined. Ours is a community of people
forging their own paths.
We'd like to
help you shape yours.
Plan your visit