The Office of the Dean of Students has seen an increase in mental health related referrals and severity of mental health challenges in spring quarter. As we approach the end of the quarter and academic year, we know our students may experience more stress.
In preparation for supporting students to successfully complete the year, please use the following resources.
- 5 ways college instructors can help students take care of their mental health article. Our colleague, Camille O’Bryant, shared the attached article which contains helpful information. The five ways outlined in the article are 1) Signal support in the syllabus and in class 2) Identify at-risk students 3) Question, persuade, refer 4) Address real-world issues and events, and 5) Don’t forget about your own mental health.
- Mental Health First Aid Training:
- Counseling Services. Cal Poly Counseling Services offers free confidential drop-in informal consultations called Let’s Talk on Wednesday and Thursdays from 2-2:50 p.m.(https://chw.calpoly.edu/counseling/lets-talk) and weekly drop-in group spaces for students to gain support with other students (https://chw.calpoly.edu/counseling/group-therapy). Student can also call the crisis line 24/7 to speak with a counselor and get support at (805) 756-2511.
- Withdrawal information. Student may experience additional stress in the 2nd half of the quarter if they have been falling behind or are struggling to keep up with the coursework. The deadline for a student to withdraw from a course or term for a serious or compelling reason for Spring 2022 is Monday, May 16. Students can access course and term withdrawal information here https://registrar.calpoly.edu/drops-withdraws-and-leaves.
- Public Care report. If you are concerned about a student; please submit a public care report. Our Care Team will reach out to the student to offer support and resources.
