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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Nichole Kang College campuses have made great strides in making mental health services available to students, but access remains a critical issue. Without a doubt, mental health treatment and counseling must be done by professionals. campus is much more than a counseling center.

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Webinar: Students Want Mental Health Reform

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Amna Mohammed, a freshman at Middlebury College said that when it comes to providing adequate resources to college students like herself, access is key. That makes the support feel accessible,” said Mohammad. Sometimes we don’t know when to reach out for resources." she said. "We We should know what’s available to us.

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Focusing on Mental Health Challenges Facing Community College Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

These included questions related to anxiety and depression as well as access to mental health resources. Fabián Sergio Wander, director of the counseling center and health and wellness services at Hostos Community College (Hostos) in New York, said there has been an increase in the number of students connecting with mental health services.

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College Campuses Must Respond to the Pressing Needs on Mental Health and Wellness

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Only 29% of colleges have a counseling center that is accredited, and just 28% conduct formal wellness screenings of their students. Forty-four percent of institutions do not have a fully staffed counseling center open year-round, and 13% lack a website that consolidates information about the schools mental health services.

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Report: Childcare Program Underserves Black Student Parents at Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new study from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies reveals that Black student parents at community colleges face significant barriers in accessing critical childcare support, potentially hindering their educational progress and economic mobility.

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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The center serves as a one-stop destination where students can access tutoring, academic advising, career counseling, and various support services designed to help them navigate their academic journey successfully. The introduction of the Fannie Jackson Coppin Scholars program has been another game-changer in student success.

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Study: College Mental Health and Financial Concerns Reach Critical Levels

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Despite widespread availability of campus resources, with 90% of students having accessed at least one school-provided service, significant barriers remain. These findings suggest that merely offering services is insufficient if students cannot effectively access them when needed.