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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. Nichole Kang College campuses have made great strides in making mental health services available to students, but access remains a critical issue.

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Report: Community Colleges Are Leaving Millions in Medicaid Funding on the Table

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

There are growing mental health concerns among college students and an increase in demand for all student health services among community college students. Unfortunately, the demand for student health services often exceeds a community colleges resources. That would be a major win, she added.

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Many New Jersey Colleges Eligible to Apply for Mental Health Services Funding from State

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Several New Jersey public colleges and research universities can apply for mental health services funding from the state, NorthJersey.com reported. The funds will come from the $15 million allocated for mental health services by the state. Phil Murphy This comes amid rising suicide and depression among students.

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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The universitys impact on Baltimore has grown through initiatives that connect academic expertise with community needs, from health services to educational outreach. We are attracting talent who see Coppin as a place where they can reach their educational goals is very humbling for me and my faculty and staff.

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Focusing on Mental Health Challenges Facing Community College Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Respondents to both CCSSE and SENSE report mental health concerns. 30% of CCSSE respondents said they didn’t know where to go for mental health support and 42% reported not seeking mental health support despite feeling that they needed it. We call it counseling on the go,” Wander said. How do our students want to receive help?

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Living Life Offline: Social Media Effects on the Success of Black College Students Amid Today’s Political Challenges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Universities must proactively address the unique pressures Black students face online by incorporating support systems that combine mental health services, digital literacy, and cultural competence. Black students, many of whom already face barriers to academic success, report additional strain from online interactions.

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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. Please urge community colleges to participate in the first-ever national survey of their health service offerings.