Supporting students

Oftentimes faculty or staff members are the first to notice a student might be struggling or in distress. You can provide useful information to assist the student in getting help. You should not take on the role of parent or counsellor or try to diagnose a student.

Here's what you can do:

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Identify and respond to a student in distress

Understand the steps you can take to ensure students in distress get the support they need. Follow a step-by-step guide to help you determine whether a student is in distress and what to do based on the situation.

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Participate in Training

Do your part to raise campus mental health awareness, reduce mental health stigma, and support early intervention for those in need through training opportunities.

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Request Campus Wellness Outreach Opportunities

Invite Campus Wellness representatives to your events. We can share information for attendees on supports and resources available to students and provide opportunities for students to meet various Campus Wellness staff members. You can also request Campus Wellness print materials.

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Gain a deeper understanding of student resources

Explore the physical health, mental wellbeing, emotional balance and spiritual safety resources available to all students to help them tackle life’s challenges with confidence.