Our Mission
The Stags Care Team provides a spectrum of care for student-athletes to flourish during their career at Fairfield University. Housed within the athletics department, this team of support staff is here to educate, support and assist student athletes increase their holistic well-being. This program is designed to destigmatize and normalize mental health along the continuum of care. To be the best version of ourselves, it takes using the resources around us like The Stags Care Team. We are here for you because
Stags Care.
Programming with the Stags Care Team includes
- Mindful Mondays
- Team Retreats
- Injured Student-Athlete Support
- International Student-Athlete Group
- Winning the Mental Game Group
- Antler Games
- Midterm/Final Exam Events
Stags Care Ambassadors
Student-Athletes who are leaders and serve in a peer-to-peer wellness leadership role within Fairfield Athletics. Ambassadors serve as champions of mental and emotional health, helping to foster a supportive, resilient, and connected athletic community.
Stags Care Ambassadors are responsible for:
- Serving as a liaison between your team and the Stags Care Team
- Attending monthly meetings (approximately 1 hour each)
- Providing peer-to-peer support—“Students Helping Students”
- Sharing information about mental health resources and support services
- Communicating regularly with coaches, teammates, and the Stags Care Team
- Assisting with Stags Care Team events and initiatives (Welcome Back Event, Mindful Monday, de-stressing events, etc.)
To identify your Stags Care Ambassador, please check Teamworks.
Stags Care Card
Please
file a report if you're concerned for someone you know, please feel free to contact the Stags Care Group through this form. Your friend will be referred to the person or department that can best help them based on the situation you mention.
University Student of Concern Report
Please
file a report for any student concerns that could be addressed by the University CARE team. This includes concerning comments, lack of engagement, health concerns, death of a loved one, suspected substance abuse, changes in behavior or aggression.
*If you believe that there is a situation that requires a rapid response, please contact Campus Police and Safety at 203-254-4090*
On Campus Resources
Department of Public Safety: 203-254-4090
Counseling & Psychological Services, Wellness Center at Jogues Hall: 203-254-5566 or
counseling@fairfield.edu
Student Health Center: 203-254-4000, ext. 2241
Dean of Students: 203-254-4000, ext. 4211
Office of Equity and Title IX Coordinator: 203-254-4357 or
equity@fairfield.edu
Office of Diversity and Inclusive Excellence: 203-254-4000, ext. 3580
Campus Ministry: 203-254-4000, ext. 3405
Murphy Center of Ignatian Spirituality: 203-254-4000, ext.. 2373
Office of Residence Life: 203-254-4000, ext. 4215
Office of Accessibility: 203-254-4000, ext. 2615 or
ooa@fairfield.edu
In cases of emergencies or immediate threat, please notify Public Safety at (203) 254-4090 or call 911.
Other resources (including print, websites, apps, etc.) can be found on the Teamworks App in the Student-Athlete Development folder.
Stags Care Team Members
Dr. Kelly Bommer, Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Student-Athlete Services and Administration
Kathleen Raj, Psychological Counselor for Student-Athletes
Michael Harris, Associate Director of Athletics for Sports Performance
Erin Ryder, Director of Student-Athlete Success
Corey Holton, Associate Head Coach, Women's Soccer / Coordinator of Special Projects
Marcy Haley, Associate Director, Murphy Center for Ignatian Spirituality
Marlo Wehrer, Associate Athletic Trainer
