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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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Study: Student Loan Presence Linked to Worse Student Health Outcomes and Practices

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Having student loans is associated with worse health outcomes and practices, according to a new study published in the Journal of American College Health. universities, looking to see whether there was a relationship between student loan presence and the health of students.

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Students Sue Yale, Alleges Systemic Discrimination Against Students with Mental Health Disabilities

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Students and an advocacy group are suing Yale University, alleging systemic discrimination against students with mental health disabilities, CNN reported. Then, students who withdraw are barred from visiting campus and campus activities without prior permission, including in-person summer classes open to non-students.

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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

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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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After Settlement with Howard University, Students Call for Sweeping Changes

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He dedicated himself to protesting any perceived involvement by Howard with President Trump’s agenda or cabinet, creating the unaffiliated student group HUResist in the hopes of pushing Howard toward resistance against Trump’s more conservative educational doctrine. That night, after celebrating with friends and drinks, the joy turned bitter.

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Ohio State, Uwill Partner to Provide Teletherapy

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The Ohio State University is launching a new mental health initiative to expand teletherapy services for nearly 70,000 students across its five campuses. Ohio State's partnership with Uwill is an extension of its existing services supporting student mental health and well-being. million award from the state of Ohio.

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PADONDA B. WEBB

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Webb has been named assistant vice chancellor of health and wellness in North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Division of Student Affairs. Student Health Center. She served as executive director at the Dr. Alvin V.