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
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.
Frosty the Snowman Is Not Always a Jolly, Happy Soul: Managing the Winter Blues!
Monday, February 10, 2025
At lunch last week, a colleague shared she’d been “so tired lately” and couldn’t figure why. She said she’d been sleeping enough and did not feel especially stressed at work. So, why? I thought of the impact of winter and asked if the winter blues, or what can be called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), might be playing a role.
Always On! Reducing Productivity Guilt
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Struggle with the feeling of needing to be 'always on'? Productivity guilt may be to blame. Learn tips for reducing these feelings in this higher education story.
The “Higher Edge” Spotlight: Stephanie Downs, Iowa State University
Friday, December 13, 2024
In this "Higher Edge" spotlight, meet Stephanie Downs from Iowa State University.
Deconstructing the Mental Health Crisis Narrative
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Campus mental health is currently dominated by the narrative of crisis. However, this does not capture the entire spectrum of student experiences, especially student resilience and capacity to thrive in adversity.
You Do Not Have to Act on Everything You Feel: Hit That Pause Button!
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
In the hustle of campus flow, our emotions can move as quickly as we do. However, we do not have to act on everything we feel, and can instead lean into the power of the pause.
New Year, Same You
Monday, February 10, 2025
Sleep: The Hidden Key to Unlocking Your Superpower
Monday, January 27, 2025
Saying No Can Be the Right Thing
Tuesday, January 21, 2025