As I look to the future, I am hopeful. I envision a future where more individuals from minoritized communities ascend to similar positions of leadership in higher education, bringing a wealth of experiences that shape our departments and programs in impactful ways. Our backgrounds influence how we allocate funds, what we emphasize...
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Beyond Accreditation: Transforming Mental Health Culture in Higher Education
Faculty and staff are the backbone of academic institutions, yet their mental health is often sidelined by a culture that perpetuates a cycle of stress and silence. To dismantle this, we must first recognize the unique pressures faced by those in academia, as well as the dire consequences of ignoring them.
The Unspoken Crisis in Academia: The Mental Health Concerns of Faculty and Administration
Support for faculty members’ mental well-being is frequently inadequate, resulting from a prevalent culture that often sees them more as dispensers of support rather than recipients.
Roque Neto 