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Webinar: Mental Health Equity on Campuses Requires More Extensive Work

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

When it comes to improving mental health equity on college campuses, more work just needs to be done, mental health experts said during a webinar Wednesday. Then, we can start to address equity from that lens," said Dr. Shawnté Elbert , chief health equity officer at Columbus Public Health.

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Strategies for Creating Equitable Mental Health Cultures in Higher Education

Active Minds

Implementing the strategies promoted in the report and discussed in the webinar will help students receive tailored support, and give institutions the ability to better care for diverse student populations who are often not well served in higher education — a major step towards equity in the field of higher education.

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Asian American Mental Health: Heritage and Roots

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

University cultural centers should be utilized, and create programs that bring awareness and have mental health conversations with families, not only when students are accepted into the university, but throughout their undergraduate years. They recently hired Dr. Ron McLean as the Director of Health Equity & Access to Care (HEAC).

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Assisting students in distress

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

The guide is a comprehensive tool to help you support and refer students in times of need. Please  Please carefully review the document noting an emphasis on bringing in mental health, institutional equity, and public safety resources when appropriate.

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Tips for observing Ramadan at Hopkins

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

If you are struggling to find healthy but quick foods to eat during Suhoor, both the Student Health and Wellness Center and Hopkins Dining have nutritionists on staff and they are a great resource! You can also request formal religious accommodations from the Office of Institutional Equity. Or maybe even a PILOT session ?

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Community Colleges’ Essential Role in Workforce Development

Timely MD

The $500 million Good Jobs Challenge from the EDA is a great example of how strategic partnerships can support workforce development and create opportunities while promoting equity and diversity. Many students may not have access to physical and mental health care beyond what’s offered by the school, which may come at a cost to the student.

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When Disaster Strikes: Supporting Students’ Mental Health in Extreme Weather Events

Timely MD

The psychological recovery process may take time, and students should be encouraged to seek ongoing support to build resilience, whether through therapy, peer support, or self-care strategies. If you want to learn more about how virtual care can be part of your school’s emergency preparedness plan to support student health and well-being?