Center of Health & Wellness

Documentation related to student health information (e.g., immunization records, emergency contact information, related health insurance information) is collected, maintained, and disposed of according to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and college policies. This information helps secure students’ health and safety and provides guidance for supporting health and wellness across the campus community.

Submissions: Students may complete an electronic submission of their health information within the MyGC Portal or by submitting a completed Student Health Information Form.

Full policy: Goshen College Policy on Collection and Retention of Student Health Information
For questions, please contact health@goshen.edu

Goshen College strongly recommends all students be covered by a personal or family health insurance plan. Health insurance reduces the impact of incurred medical expenses, while students pursue their educational goals.

Note: Students participating in specific programs or activities (e.g., Athletics, Nursing, SST) may be required to provide proof of insurance in order to participate.  Students should communicate with the associated department to determine the requirements and regulations.

Students in need of health insurance are encouraged to explore a variety of options:
Healthy Indiana Plan 2.0
Healthcare.gov Marketplace
Additional Insurance Options and Information

International students in need of health insurance are encouraged to explore options:
ISO International Student Insurance Options
International Student Insurance Options

**Goshen College is not responsible for GC students’ incurred medical expenses. 

Full policy: Goshen College Policy on Student Health Insurance
For questions, please contact health@goshen.edu

Goshen College is committed to ensuring a healthy learning and working environment for its college community. The College policy aligns with Indiana State law in the requirement that all students receive specific immunizations prior to starting on-campus courses or living on campus.

Submissions: Students may complete an electronic submission of their immunization records within their MyGC Portal or by submitting a completed Student Health Information Form.

Exemptions: Students who wish to secure a medical or religious exemption for specific immunizations may do so by submitting a completed Goshen College Medical/Religious Exemption Form.

Immunization Requirements include:

Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR)
Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (TDAP)
Meningitis
Tuberculosis – Students who reside outside of the USA, or who are exposed to at-risk populations, are required to complete a Tuberculosis (TB) test within the USA prior to the start of classes.

Full policy: Goshen College Policy on Student Immunizations
For questions, please contact health@goshen.edu

The Center of Health and Wellness assists students in connecting to health services, including medical care and campus counseling services. Services are available on campus and in the surrounding community.

Student Medical Services – Goshen Family Physicians

Goshen Family Physicians (GFP) provides primary medical services for Goshen College students. GFP is a full-service medical provider, specializing in preventative healthcare and management of acute and chronic illness. This includes treatment for depression, ADHD and other mental health concerns. GFP is the primary medical support for students participating in SST.

Register for Your Student Medical Care

Students should complete their Goshen College Student Health Registration through the with GFP Portal before starting college to ensure a smooth transition to medical care. Goshen College does not handle student medical files – all information will be provided to Goshen Family Physicians (GFP) directly via their portal. Make sure to include your Goshen College Student ID.

Student Medical Visits

In an emergency, call 911 or go directly to Goshen Hospital Emergency Care.

Always mention that you are a Goshen College student when scheduling with GFP. Students can make general medical appointments directly with GFP or their personal medical provider.

Always bring your GC Student ID and Health Insurance Card with you to GFP. Students will need to use their medical insurance to cover payment of services at GFP. Payment with cash, check, credit or debit card can be used for services that insurance does not cover. Goshen College is not responsible for students’ incurred medical expenses.

Questions regarding appointments or medical care, contact:
Goshen Family Physicians (GFP)
Schedule an Appointment
Get Directions
Phone: 574.534.8200
Website: https://www.goshenfp.com/
Address: 1811 Charlton Court Goshen, Indiana
**GFP is located approximately 1.5 miles from campus.

If you have questions regarding campus resources, email health@goshen.edu

Goshen College recognizes the impact that mental health plays in student success. Mental health is a crucial part of holistic health and wellness. To help students care for their daily mental health, or address situational and personal challenges as they arise, the Center for Health and Wellness provides resources and support through Campus Counseling Services.

Counseling services provides:
Scheduled appointments
Walk-in hours (first-come, first-serve basis)
Connection to community resources for additional support

All campus counseling services are provided to Goshen College students free of charge.

For more information and resources, visit the Counseling Services page.
For questions, please contact health@goshen.edu

The Center for Health and Wellness strives to support students in their pursuit of holistic health. Practicing good holistic health – physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, sociocultural, communal – leads to better health over a lifetime, as well as a solid foundation for approaching life’s challenges.

Dash’s Cache: Campus Food Pantry and Free Store

In our long-standing tradition of a culture for service, Goshen College provides a number of resources to our students. Basic-needs insecurity is one of the most common challenges college students face. Our favorite Black Squirrel, Dash, wants to remind students that he has plenty to share, so students can worry less about meeting basic needs and focus more on their success as Goshen College students.

Dash’s Cache – our campus food pantry and free store – alleviates pressures from basic-needs insecurity and normalizes self-advocacy. Dash’s Cache collects food and non-food items in order to provide them to students on a “take what you need” basis.

Mobile Food Caches

Purple boxes are located in prominent locations across campus for hungry students to grab and go. Boxes are located in:

• Admin Building
• College Mennonite Church
• The Commuter Lounge (Union)
• The Connector
• Good Library
• Newcomer
• Romero Apartments
• Science Hall
• Wyse Hall

Dash’s Free Store 

The Student Life Suite (Wyse 1st floor) houses a cache of non-food items available to students on a first-come, first serve basis. Items include everything from pillows to personal hygiene products and cleaning supplies. These items are provided freely to any student who feels that they would like a little extra help.

Goshen College encourages students to seek the support they need to be successful and to maintain a healthy, balanced life. While the Center for Health and Wellness provides a number of valuable resources, we acknowledge that our surrounding community has many additional resources available to our students.

We encourage students to explore our directory for additional support. The directory includes information regarding basic needs support, mental health and counseling support, extended medical services, and other resources.

Directory (TBD)

Contact Us

Contact Health and Wellness (health@goshen.edu) if you have any questions or are seeking information.