Japan earthquake: support and advice
Information for University of Sheffield students in Sheffield and Japan who may be affected by recent events.
The University of Sheffield would like to express its sincere concern to all those affected by the tragic consequences of the recent earthquake in Japan.
The University is doing all it can to offer support to our Japanese national students, students on placement in Japan or staff and students with links to the region. We are also liaising with the British Embassy in Japan and our Sheffield Union of Students and Japan Society to offer the best support possible during this very difficult time.
UNIVERSITY CONTACT NUMBERS
Any staff or students who are directly affected by on-going events in Japan and require access to the University's support services should contact Student Support and Guidance on 0114 222 1267 or
email : international.students@sheffield.ac.uk
SUPPORT FOR JAPANESE STAFF
A full list of the sources of support available for staff is available at:
http://www.shef.ac.uk/hr/wellbeing/supportsources.html
If you require an urgent response out of office hours please telephone our 24 hour Security Services team on 0114 222 4085
UP TO DATE INFORMATION
The advice we are receiving from the UK government and our colleagues in Japan is being updated continually.
For up to date information about the current situation contact the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO): www.fco.gov.uk or 020 7008 0000.
We will also contact our students directly with specific information relevant to them.
IMPACT ON STUDY
Should this incident be likely to have an impact on your academic study, you are advised to contact your personal tutor, supervisor or departmental administrator to make them aware of your situation.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
The University may be able to provide you with funds if you find yourself in financial hardship and/or if you need help paying for travel. Please quote your University of Sheffield registration number in all correspondence.
email : financialhelp@sheffield.ac.uk
IMMIGRATION
If this incident is likely to affect your travel plans and you need immigration advice, please contact the International Student Support team on 0114 222 1267 or
email : international.students@sheffield.ac.uk
Students must wherever possible check their University email accounts regularly for updates from the Student Services Department.
UNIVERSITY COUNSELLING SERVICE
Students (including our students currently in Japan) and staff are welcome to contact the University Counselling Service. Contact details below
University of Sheffield Counselling Service
36 Wilkinson Street
SHEFFIELD
S10 2GB
General telephone number: 0114 22 24134
email : UCS@sheffield.ac.uk
CHAPLAINCY
Our Chaplains and Religious Advisers offer care and support to people of all faiths and none. We work with communities with a strong sense of belonging, and we offer opportunities for worship, prayer and spiritual exploration. If you would like any further information please
email : chaplaincy@sheffield.ac.uk
http://www.shef.ac.uk/ssd/chaplains
FUNDRAISING
The Students' Union will also be organising fundraising activities on campus in support of this appeal.
If you would like to express your support for those affected by this incident you can donate to the University of Sheffield's Japanese Earthquake Appeal
http://www.justgiving.com/JapaneseEarthquakeAppeal
STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION DESK (SSiD)
For more general queries, please refer to SSiD webpages at: