Come one, come all and mark your calendar for January 10, 2024! Seton Hall University is set to host the first New Jersey Higher Education Mental Health Summit. According to the National Healthy Minds Study of 2010-2021, which collected data from 373 campuses throughout the U.S, during the 2020-2021 school year, more than 60% of students met the criteria for mental health problems. Additionally, the Healthy Minds Study of 2022-2023 found that 41% of college students reported symptoms of depression, 36% of students experienced anxiety and 14% manifested they were considering suicide.
This trend has seen no improvement. In fact, there has been a continued spike in students seeking mental health services. A new study published in The Lancet Public Health shows that college students may be at a higher risk of depression and anxiety, compared to young adults that do not attend higher education. It is known that college can be a stressful and daunting time for students as they balance their personal, academic and professional lives. This new adventure can be seen as a double edged sword if not handled correctly. Because of this, Seton Hall University acts as a pioneer in mental health on campus.
The New Jersey Higher Ed Mental Health Summit aims to “gather leaders and front-line practitioners from colleges and universities across the state for a one-day conference to share best practices and to learn from one another about what is working in the field and on our campuses to best support our students.”
The Summit will offer Breakout Sessions, which provide opportunities for further discussion in specific interest areas. These discussions will be divided between Morning Breakout Sessions from 11 a.m. until noon, and Afternoon Breakout Sessions from 1:45 to 2:35 p.m. Each of the discussions will present illustrative case studies such as:
- “Beyond the Books: Prompting Psychological Well-Being Among First-Gen Students.” Krish Sehgal, Ph.D., Rutgers University- New Brunswick
- “Do More With Less: Using a Prevention-Focused, Trauma-Informed Lens for Community College Mental Health.” Kristen Wilson, DsocSci, M.S., C.T.S.S., Diane Mussoline, DSocSci, L.M.F.T., and Ruby Aparicio-Pagan, L.S.W., Rowan University
- “The Journey Toward Becoming a Health Promoting Campus: A Case Study.” Salvador Mena, Ph.D., Arpana In,man, Ph.D., Francesca Maresca, Ph.D., and Nao’a Shimoni, M.D., Rutgers University – New Brunswick
- “The Students Want to Help: New Avenues for Student Involvement in promoting a Positive Mental Health Culture on Campus.” Eric Rose, Ph.D., Ying Xiong, Ph.D., Diane Sosa, M.A., L.P.C., N.C.C., Paula Sands, Psy.D. Stevens Institute of Technology
The Summit’s schedule has been published by SHU and the event will begin at 9 with Coffee and Refreshments in the University Center Lobby and Dining Hall. Coffee and mental health? Count us in! Everyone attending the Summit will receive an email before January 10 to register their car in advance and benefit from the free parking. Additionally, the registration fee is $50 and includes a continental breakfast, lunch and reception at the end of the event. If you want a pick me-up as you navigate through the breakout sessions, there will be a Starbucks available on campus.
The pioneering New Jersey Higher Ed Mental Health Summit is poised to break new ground in prioritizing the mental well-being of college students. We applaud Seton Hall University for opening its doors to dialogue and igniting a collective effort to reimagine and improve the landscape of mental health care throughout American campuses. This Summit is a powerful platform for diverse expert voices to converge and share insights and strategies to improve the student experience. This event isn’t just a meet-up, it’s a catalyst for change!
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