Safe Space
Student Success & Advocacy Center
Supporting People Through Advocacy and Care
Student Advocacy Centers across the Alamo Colleges District continue to support our students by providing wraparound support services. We will help with issues that are outside the classroom but can negatively impact stress, focus, and student performance. We will provide counseling and case management support as well as emergency* aid and access to community resources.
*An emergency is something dangerous or serious, such as an accident, that happens suddenly or unexpectedly. Awards are not guaranteed and may vary based on grant availability and student eligibility. As of Fall 2022, students may receive up to 1 award per semester. Awards begin processing on the first day of classes for the semester requested.
PLEASE CONTACT THE ALAMO COLLEGES HELPLINE AT 210-486-1111 8 AM-7 PM M-TH AND FRI 8 AM-5 PM.
To contact the St. Philip’s College Advocacy Center, please call or e-mail Sasha Wilhelm (awilhelm3@alamo.edu, 210-486-2827) In your message please include your name, banner ID, and student email.
Phil’s Den Clothing Closet
Free clothing, shoes, outerwear, and accessories are available to all students, faculty, and staff. The closet also provides some personal care items, home goods, and childcare items. The clothing selection consists of professional and casual wear and children's clothing.
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Food AssistanceGrab’n’Go: All SPC students with a valid student ID can come for a light sack lunch up to 1x per day SAFB & HEB Pantry: All SPC home-campus students with a student ID can shop for 2 grocery bags of food up to 2x per month. The Case Assistance Navigator from SAFB is here to assist students not only with food resources but also applying for a variety of public benefits. Sandra Jones
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St. Philip’s College Emergency Grant ProgramSPC provides a variety of emergency assistance opportunities to SPC home-campus students. These grants vary from year to year and sometimes from semester to semester. Eligibility and methods of assistance also vary based on the requirements of each individual grant. Please contact the Director of the Student Advocacy Center or the Senior Coordinator (below) to learn more about the current grants available. *An emergency is something dangerous or serious, such as an accident, that happens suddenly or unexpectedly. Awards are not guaranteed and may vary based on grant availability and student eligibility. As of Fall 2022, students may receive up to 1 award per semester. Awards begin processing on the first day of classes for the semester requested. |
CounselingDifficult situations can get in the way of academic success. Trained and licensed staff provide free, short-term, personal counseling services to currently enrolled students. The Counselors are available to listen to your concerns including anxiety, depression, loss of a relationship, and other mental health-related issues. Looking for information on academic advisors? Visit the Academic Advising page. Click here for more information about counseling. |
Helpful Resources
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Career ServicesCounseling ServicesDisability ServicesFinancial LiteracyGSVOTC Interfaith Low-Cost Internet Services |
Hours of Operation
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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Wednesday
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.First Saturday of the Month
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. -
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Wednesday
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.First Saturday of the Month
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. -
Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Friday and Saturday
Closed
Contact Information
| Director of Advocacy: Sasha Wilhelm awilhelm3@alamo.edu 210-486-2827 MLK Sutton Learning Center (SLC), 102 |
Senior Coordinator - Student Success: Adriael Simien-Falduto, M.A. asimien@alamo.edu 210-486-7037
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Social Media
Instagram: @SPCAdvocates |