Because academic success also depends on personal wellbeing, the Indre IUT and the University of Orléans are introducing support services to assist all their students, both in their day-to-day lives and during more challenging times.
Free psychological support
A psychologist is available directly at the IUT, holding one consultation session per month. Appointments are free of charge and confidential.
Book an appointment by email: marie-jose.gillet@univ-orleans.fr
A social worker here to listen
A social worker from the University holds a monthly drop-in session on site to help you with various matters, such as financial difficulties, accommodation and various forms of support...
Book an appointment by email: service-social-etudiants@univ-orleans.fr
The Passerelle Handicap
The Passerelle Handicap can help you compensate for a particular situation, whether it is temporary or permanent, it can lend you adapted equipment and support you in your study and/or professional project.
Châteauroux: Gaëlle Charles - gaelle.charles@univ-orleans.fr
Issoudun: Laetitia Cibois - laetitia.cibois@univ-orleans.fr
Free Sanitary products
Free dispensers of sanitary products are available at both IUT campuses.
Châteauroux: in the women's sanitary facilities in the GEA area (1st floor)
Issoudun: toilets opposite the examination classroom (1st floor)
Partnership based on solidarity
The IUT works with local organisations to take part in or coordinate:
- food parcel distributions
- information on existing local student support schemes
The Village des Services
The IUT organises a Services Village in September. This is an opportunity to meet various organisations and receive guidance with your applications or find out about the progress of your cases.
Châteauroux: Thursday 10 September 2026, from 1 pm to 3 pm
Issoudun: Thursday 17 September 2026, in the afternoon