Basic Needs Support | Dean of Students | SUNY Buffalo State University

Resources for Well-Being and Success

Addressing the needs of our community is a priority for Buffalo State University. Whether it’s food or housing insecurity, mental and emotional health concerns, financial need, or physical wellbeing, the institution is here to provide support for students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Bengals care for each other, and basic needs security has been shown to have a direct impact on overall wellness, academic performance, and professional development. We have provided a list of resources, both on campus and off, for our community to access care and support.

Download a PDF list of resources here.

24/7 Crisis Support

If you are in crisis, you can call or text the National Lifeline at 988 or contact Crisis Services of Erie County at (716) 834-3131.

MyBenefits: Your Key to NY State's Programs and Services

Pre-screening tool to find out if you might be eligible for benefits

Community Resources

Food Insecurity

Students can access Milligan's Food Pantry on campus Students can get information about meal plans SUNY Food Insecurity NY Nutrition Outreach and Education Program

Housing & Legal Services

Buffalo State University Residence Life Buffalo, New York Emergency Housing and Homeless Services Neighborhood Legal Services Legal Aid Bureau Volunteer Lawyers Project

Financial Concerns and Childcare

Buffalo State Financial Aid Office Bengal-to-Bengal Emergency Support Buffalo State Childcare Center Childcare Resource Network

Academic and Technology Support

Academic Commons and Tutoring EH Butler Library Information Technology Academic Standards

Facilities and Parking

Facilities Parking and Bus Pass Information

Faculty and Staff Support

Employee Assistance Program SUNY Benefits Discount

Health, Wellness, and Student Support

Personal and Professional Development

Dean of Students Care Team Student Accessibility Services Student Conduct and Community Standards Support for Veterans Commuter Student Support Institutional Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Career and Professional Education

Health and Wellness

Weigel Health Center Local Urgent Cares and Hospitals Counseling Center SUNY Mental Health Resources Crisis Services of Erie County: (716) 834-3131 Health Insurance Navigators NY State Health Insurance Information Community Access Services

Health and Human Services Directory

To access referrals for health and human services in New York, you can call 211 24/7.

You can also text your zip code to 211 Monday-Friday 8:30am-3:30pm

211 Western New York

Registrar's Office Forms and Services for Students

Visit the Registrar's Office to change your personal information (legal or preferred name, contact information), apply for pass/fail or course by contract, sign FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) consents, withdraw from courses, and more.

Registrar's Office FERPA Consent Process