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Resources
Raider Cares Support Line
937-775-4567
Students in need of help are encouraged to call the 24/7 on-call phone number for Raider Cares.
Anonymous Reporting
Wright State University is committed to preventing, detecting, and correcting violations of law and university policy.
Office Hours
Our office is open:
Monday—Friday, 8:30 a.m.—5 p.m.
In-person appointments are available upon request.
About Our Office
The Student Advocacy and Wellness Center (SAWC) is a key resource for student case management, offering support to help students overcome academic, personal, and systemic challenges that may affect their studies.
The center provides case management services aimed at addressing these obstacles, while also teaching students self-advocacy skills to help them navigate future challenges independently.
Students rely on the SAWC for accurate, accessible, and relevant information, enabling them to make informed decisions. The center follows a model of self-determination and considers the "person in environment" framework, creating a space where students can empower themselves with knowledge and skills. This approach is applied both in individual interactions and in broader community practices.
Mission
To increase students' ability to thrive by fostering empowerment and holistic wellness necessary to overcome barriers to success.
Services We Provide
The Student Advocacy and Wellness Center (SAWC) is dedicated to supporting Wright State University students by offering comprehensive and inclusive advocacy services, primarily for those at the Dayton Campus. While the SAWC does not have the power to resolve a student's issue on their behalf, it provides valuable support to students, faculty, and staff. This includes offering information, advocacy, guidance, resources, education, and skill development to empower students to use their own strengths in addressing challenges. This includes the following content areas, with different levels of engagement at each level:
- Responsiveness to the SAWC direct call/text line
- Direct case management support
- Power-based violence advocacy
- University policy and procedural reform advocacy
- Raider Food Pantry – free food and personal care items
- Raid Our Closet – free professional attire for job interview and placement
Commitment to Inclusion & Action Steps
he Student Advocacy and Wellness Center is dedicated to celebrating diversity and providing inclusive, culturally appropriate advocacy services. To uphold these principles, SAWC staff is committed to the following actions:
- Treat all students with respect and dignity.
- Address student concerns promptly and professionally.
- Listen empathetically, provide accurate information, and support students' rights to make informed decisions.
- Collaborate with university personnel and community stakeholders to meet student needs.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and service evaluation to stay informed on issues affecting a diverse student population and ensure services remain inclusive and effective.
