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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. Without a doubt, mental health treatment and counseling must be done by professionals.

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How Incarceration Impacts the Basic Needs of Loved Ones & Families

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

These dynamics affect household incomes, mental health, academic success, and long-term aspirations. Incarceration is not an individual experienceits a collective trauma that extends into our classrooms, campuses, and student services. First, acknowledge that these students exist. Finally, listen to students.

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Community Colleges Increase Housing Options

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Community colleges around the country are exploring residential options, developing housing for the first time, or partnering with organizations such as Educational Housing Services (EHS), a New York City nonprofit group that houses students from colleges throughout the city. “As Students study and relax in the EHS New Yorker Lounge.

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Sustainable Funding Strategies for Mental Health and Basic Needs Support Post-HEERF

Timely MD

In the wake of the Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) era, federal emergency funds for higher education has concluded, but its impact endures on campuses across the country, as demonstrated in a recent Washington Post article. The mental health challenges and insecurities had already existed. John Maduko, M.D.,

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Strategies for Inclusive Care that Drive Student Success

Timely MD

By implementing actionable strategies and best practices, colleges and universities can create an environment that supports all students’ mental health and well-being. Davida Haywood, Senior Vice President of Student Affairs at Johnson C. At a place like Johnson C.