Many members of the East Tennessee State University community have been directly or indirectly affected by the recent 8.9 magnitude earthquake and tsunami in Japan and the aftermath on areas around the Pacific Ocean. Should faculty, staff, and students wish to assist in relief efforts the How to Help section below will provide more information.
How to Help
The American Red Cross suggests the best way to help victims of disasters is to:
- Donate Money
- Volunteer Your Time
- Give Blood
The local chapter of the American Red Cross can be reached at:
American Red Cross of Northeast Tennessee
501 S. Wilcox Drive
Kingsport, TN 37660
Phone (423) 378-8700
Fax (423) 378-8711
Red Cross Web Site
Student Organization Efforts
Community Service Programs, housed within the Student Organization Resource Center ( SORC), is serving as a clearinghouse for student response efforts. For more information, you may contact serve@etsu.edu.
Support Services
The ETSU community should be aware of support services for those students, faculty, and staff who may have been affected by this disaster. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a resource for faculty and staff members who need counseling support and referral to other resources. The ETSU Counseling Center provides personal counseling for students, as well as outreach and referrals.
For More Information
For further information about developments in Japan, you can visit the U.S. Department of State online at http://www.state.gov