EMHC Cohort 5 Reflections by

2025-03-06 19:21:57 UTC

That there are many people on campus who are interested and dedicated to equity in mental health

2025-03-06 19:22:44 UTC

I've learned how much of a challenge it is to influence the upper levels of management, but am also thrilled that the faculty and staff at BMCC are deeply committed to supporting the mental health of our students of color.

2025-03-06 19:23:11 UTC

Continue collaborating with other entities on campus to make access and knowledge about MH care even more widespread

2025-03-06 19:23:23 UTC

Adding the online MH toolkit to our Counseling Center Website.

riveradavidp — 2025-03-06 19:23:40 UTC

There is incredible power in meaningful partnership with students, who not only provide a vital voice for understanding the issues that impact their wellness journeys but also empower students to turn their voices into meaningful action on their campuses.

2025-03-06 19:23:44 UTC

Thank you to Sharr for always reminding us to focus on the "low hanging fruit" Even the small things can make a big difference!

2025-03-06 19:24:04 UTC

I've learned the importance of collaborating with campus partners to move equity in mental health forward on our campus

2025-03-06 19:24:12 UTC

Sharr has been a wonderful coach and facilitator for the BMCC EMHC team. We couldn't have done it without her!

2025-03-06 19:24:14 UTC

The amazing work other departments are doing regarding the campus mental health culture

2025-03-06 19:24:16 UTC

Appreciated the Needs Assessment. Was grateful to have an independent overview to get a better handle on where to focus efforts of greatest need and impact

2025-03-06 19:24:31 UTC

The importance of doing this work in community...

2025-03-06 19:24:48 UTC

Adding pilot peer support program next academic year

riveradavidp — 2025-03-06 19:25:09 UTC

So grateful for the Tufts team for their dedication and commitment to the EMHC process and carrying the work forward. Working with them was a personal source of inspiration for me. Go team go!

2025-03-06 19:25:11 UTC

Adding additional follow-up systems for students who have accessed or reported MH needs

2025-03-06 19:25:13 UTC

Thank you, Monica and Viviana, for all you do to keep us organized and on track. We couldn't do this without you!

2025-03-06 19:25:35 UTC

Bringing the Steering Committee to the right stakeholders—especially students and more faculty—is key to making sure all voices are heard. Students bring firsthand insight into their needs and experiences, while increased faculty involvement strengthens collaboration and support.

2025-03-06 19:25:40 UTC

Thanks to Cirleen, David, Sharr, Narcisa! Your dedication and insights are inspirational!

2025-03-06 19:25:49 UTC

Grateful for Narcisa's consistent support and patience

2025-03-06 19:25:50 UTC

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible Foothill College team for your dedication and hard work in creating a thoughtful and impactful plan for our students in partnership with The Steve Fund. A special shoutout to Natalie for keeping us organized and taking the lead for Foothill, her leadership has been invaluable. And a big thank you to Narcisa for guiding us through this process with wisdom and care. This work wouldn’t be possible without each of you, and I’m deeply grateful for your passion and collaboration!

2025-03-06 19:26:01 UTC

Great job, Skidmore! Excited for your work to date and moving forward.

2025-03-06 19:26:06 UTC

I'm grateful for our team at Skidmore for being willing to share, collaborate, and engage in sometimes-difficult conversations. I'm grateful to the Steve Fund team for being responsive to questions and providing insight and assistance when necessary.

2025-03-06 19:26:47 UTC

I'm ready for the uphill battle—to fight the good fight. Especially with the DEI rollback and the challenges ahead, it’s more important than ever to stand firm in serving our BIPOC students and advocating for the support they deserve.

2025-03-06 19:26:50 UTC

Thank you to the entire EMH Team, especially Sharr, for helping guide us through the process and working to better serve our students. This work has been transformative!

2025-03-06 19:28:38 UTC

Thank you for getting the ball rolling at Foothill—creating a real Steering Committee is a huge step toward meaningful collaboration and action. I appreciate the effort to bring everyone together to make real progress happen. Thanks Foothill & Steve Fund team.