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JED Campus

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What is JED?

PROTECTING THE EMOTIONAL HEALTH OF TEENS & YOUNG ADULTS

We support the ways that our students need to be well and recognize mental health as being an essential component of overall health and well-being and student success.  We are partnering with The Jed Foundation (JED) to become a JED Campus to commit resources and  support of student emotional well-being and mental health. 

JED STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER


How Does It Work?

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The program is crafted to identify opportunities for improving emotional well-being, substance abuse prevention, and suicide prevention initiatives on campus, aiming to establish mental health safety nets. By becoming a part of JED Campus, WCU commits our dedication to prioritizing the emotional well-being of our students.

JED Campus institutions engage in a comprehensive, multi-year strategic partnership. This collaboration not only evaluates and improves existing efforts but also contributes to fostering enduring, positive, and systemic transformations in the campus community. 

JED CAMPUS


Suicide Prevention for Colleges and Universities

 

 

Seize the Awkward

Starting a conversation about mental health does not need to be uncomfortable, and it can make all the difference. Check out these resources to learn how to support a friend – or get help for yourself.

Learn more about Seize the Awkward

 

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Timeline

Year One:

2022-2023
Baseline assessment was completed to measure systems, policies and programs

Year Two:

2023-2024
Formed subcommittees to begin the JED Campus strategic plan.

  • Identifying Students at Risk
  • Policy
  • Social Connectedness & Help Seeking Behavior
  • Clinical Care
  • Communications

Year Three

2024-2025
Check back for updates on our progress

Year Four

2025-2026
Post-assessment measuring the change achieved during the program