CampUS Tips & Tools
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Embracing Self-Care Through Nutrition: Small Acts for Mental Well-Being
Monday, March 24, 2025
More like Kason, Less Like Pete: Rethinking Resilience & Tears
Monday, March 10, 2025
Can We Talk About Dying?
Friday, February 28, 2025