The Mental Health Crisis and Higher Education

A new study conducted by Gallup and Lumina Foundation found that three-fourths of students in bachelor’s programs and two-thirds of adults seeking associate degrees have considered taking a break from college due to emotional stress. Dr. Zainab Okolo of Lumina discusses the growing mental health crisis across the country and explores how it is having a great impact on adults and students of color. Dr. Jo Blondin, president of Clark State College, discusses how they are supporting students, staff, and faculty through a culture of care. 

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• Pandemic Exacerbates Mental Health Issues for Black Students - Diverse Education
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• Gallup and Lumina Foundation Report
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