C.A.R.E.S. teaches new Hawkeyes how to recognize and respond to mental health challenges. Barry Schreier, director of higher education programming in the Scanlan Center for School Mental Health and clinical professor of counseling psychology in the College of Education, helped craft authentic dialogue and responses for the simulation and served as the module’s narrator, guiding students through each stage of the training.

Madison Lear's passion for mental health and well-being has made her an inspiration. Madison, a homeschooled senior who contributes to creating a positive mental health culture at Marion High School and Ambassador for the I'm Glad You Stayed Project, is honored as the November 2025 Iowa School Mental Health Hero of the Month.

Jessica Deahl’s passion and bold vision for the future of mental health and well being has made her an inspiration for students to look up to at Linn-Mar Community High School. Jessica, a Student Assistance Counselor, is honored as the October 2025 Iowa School Mental Health Hero of the Month.

The center is launching new group therapy sessions for parents and caregivers, offering a space for adults to share their experiences, support one another, and gain tools to better help their children.

Meghan Wilson's heart for service and bold vision for mental health and well-being have made her an irreplaceable asset to Riverside Community School District (IA). Meghan, a school psychologist at Green Hills AEA, is honored as the September 2025 Iowa School Mental Health Hero of the Month.

Growing up in a family of educators, Kaitlin Poock always felt at home in schools—but it wasn’t until her MSW practicum that she realized how her passion for social work could serve K–12 students. Now a full-time social worker at the Scanlan Center, she provides counseling, crisis support, and creative resources that help make mental health care more accessible to K-12 students and educators in Iowa.

The University of Iowa Scanlan Center for School Mental Health launched a new eating disorder service for Iowa students ages 12 and older, high school students ages 18 and older, and any K-12 school staff.

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 University of Iowa Scanlan Center for School Mental Health expands its child psychiatry services to all 99 Iowa counties.

The Scanlan Center for School Mental Health announced the 2024 Iowa School Mental Health Awardees at the 2024 Iowa BEST Summit in Coralville, Iowa.