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Explore the latest campus mental health well-being resources, insights, and stories. We develop and curate snackable hints and tips for managing ourselves at work plus guides and approaches to assist with managing the myriad of relationships we have with others at work. We also feature our colleagues to lean into our collective wisdom. 

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CampUS - Higher Education Well-Being News

2025 UI Mental Health Champion Awardees

University of Iowa Celebrates 2025 Mental Health Champions

Thursday, May 8, 2025
Four University of Iowa staff, faculty, and students were announced as the 2025 Mental Health Champion Award recipients during the ceremony held Tuesday, May 6 at Hancher Auditorium.
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The “Higher Edge” Spotlight: Hannah Sims, Iowa Western Community College

Wednesday, April 9, 2025
In this "Higher Edge" spotlight, meet Hannah Sims from Iowa Western Community College.
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Mo’Mentum. . . .No Problem!

Wednesday, April 9, 2025
As the semester winds down, faculty and staff face the challenge of balancing finals, student support, and planning for what's next. Discover practical tips for sustaining momentum and making the most of summer for reflection, rejuvenation, and preparation for the year ahead.
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The “Higher Edge” Spotlight: Dusty Persinger, University of Iowa

Monday, March 10, 2025
In this "Higher Edge" spotlight, meet Dusty Persinger from the University of Iowa.
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Managing Uncertainty

Monday, March 10, 2025
Climate threats, political instability, legal tests, financial insecurity, unprecedented challenges to policies, and creeping artificial intelligence are creating an ever-present sense of existential threat. How can we, as staff and faculty, not only endure but still lead in such times?
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The “Higher Edge” Spotlight: Michael Beane, Scott Community College

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
In this "Higher Edge" spotlight, meet Michael Beane from Scott Community College.