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New Ways to Support Community College Student Health

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A widespread health crisis is undermining American community colleges, with many current and potential students exhibit high rates of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, food insecurity, and more. The first is a project that promises to bring more sustainable revenue for community college health programs.

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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Removing barriers for students to use mental health services is one of the most important goals of college administrations today particularly for students of color and diverse backgrounds. Similar figures were reported among Latinx students. For example, the student Wellness Center at our Pottstown, Pa.

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Webinar: Mental Health Equity on Campuses Requires More Extensive Work

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Sherrá Watkins The panel discussion – hosted by higher ed mental health provider Mantra Health and the Steve Fund, which focuses on mental wellbeing for youth of color – was centered around how a major part of student success hinges on mental health, and how some communities may not be getting equal access to the resources they need.

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Strategies for Creating Equitable Mental Health Cultures in Higher Education

Active Minds

“You can’t afford to not pay attention to what’s going on with student mental health.” That sentiment has inspired Active Minds’ work for nearly two decades, including the recent release of our report “Lessons from Black Colleges on Mental Health and Wellbeing.”

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Asian American Mental Health: Heritage and Roots

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As an Asian American immigrant myself, I’ve felt the pressure to succeed due to the sacrifices my parents have made to provide me the opportunities they never had, and sacrificing my mental health in the process. Numerous Asian American university students share this mindset.

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JHU Student Health Survey

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

Note: a version of this blog post originally appeared as an email sent to all Hopkins students on October 21, 2024. The ACHA-NCHA is a survey designed to assess student health behaviors to provide better services and support for JHU students. Click the link to download the app and access 24/7/365 from most locations.

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How to Save on International Student Health Insurance Coverage in the U.S.

IEFA

Are you an international student worried about the high costs of medical expenses? We understand that navigating a foreign healthcare system can be overwhelming, but having the right health insurance coverage is crucial. In this article, we’ll be sharing everything you need to know about international student health insurance plans.