Special Programming by Nellis, Patrick https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv Mental Health Task Force en-us 2022-03-17 16:26:51 UTC 2022-04-02 00:11:18 UTC hello@padlet.com We need a "toolkit" of mental health activities/special programs that can be selected by different clubs at different campuses. https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102537390 2022-03-18 21:28:37 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102537390 Avoid the word "mental health" which has a stigma around it and devise a new designation that captures the reality of our students' identity. https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102538393 2022-03-18 21:30:20 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102538393 We should encouraged Reflective Structured Dialogues, " Self Care Day (EXPO DAY, see below)-Find your Wellness Language," Discover your Self-Car Language", Self Talk, Brain Immersions and Environmental Immersions, Active Meditation, Exercise, Garden Walks, Zen Gardens, ect. https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102545845 2022-03-18 21:44:17 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102545845 A pre-approved budget would be set aside for programming and training. https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102547008 2022-03-18 21:46:33 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102547008 Wellness tool/ resource kits https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102548022  Toolkit should be a binder or file with all resources, contacts, previous assemblies/activities and the steps each took to organize. Essentially build a repository that is fluid and can be updated and organized on a constant basis for groups. ]]> 2022-03-18 21:48:35 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102548022 Special tools are necessary for special task. You can't use a screwdriver when you need pliers. https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102549493  Campuses organizations and clubs can access non-monetary resources for events they plan to host specific to their needs.]]> 2022-03-18 21:51:39 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102549493 Groups will have to submit proposal for chances to access resources and programming that have been curated or vetted. https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102552422 Students would submit proposals, date of event, plans(description). It will encourage students  to think about events planning, writing proposals and  developing  bugets. Student group with the best proposal will be selected. Money will then be allocated to that group.
This would allow for a fair opportunity for all groups to organize an event, as well as maximize the effort and financial aspects of each event.

]]> 2022-03-18 21:58:14 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102552422 Reflective Structured Dialogues on pertinent topics of wellness or current issues. https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102627449 2022-03-19 00:42:20 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102627449 Renaming or rebranding the idea of mental health and wellness ( Self-care, Wellness Language, "Brain Immersion" "Mind Mapping" "Find your self- care language") https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102631521 2022-03-19 00:51:28 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102631521 Healthy environments makes for a healthy, mind body and spirit. https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102633752  Hiking, excursions, immersions, meditation, yoga, jujitsu, women's self defense, judo, Zen Gardens, gardening, exploration, retreats, horticulture, Bonsai]]> 2022-03-19 00:56:24 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102633752 Studies have shown.... https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102641199  Holistic Health and wellness needs to be multifaceted, all angles and sides need to shine their light on the issue of Mind Health.
Cultivating a healthy environment can lead to developing good  healthy habits. Being in healthy environments  such as hiking, gardening , walks, will appeal to certain students but should be offered to all.    ]]> 2022-03-19 01:12:03 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102641199 We should make again student immersions(Earth Ethics Institute) such as hikes or visits to the Everglades, state and county parks; support student garden work with stipends for work on gardens; certificates and internships with parks and gardens(Fairchild). https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102646322 2022-03-19 01:22:39 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2102646322 Money https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2118108801 Having an expo type day could be expensive and require many outside resources

]]> 2022-03-28 22:51:01 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2118108801 Institute Meditation Rooms/Zen Gardens on Campuses https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2118110563 Potentially maintained by student groups? Accessible all day and allows for a quiet space for students to shut their mind off during the day. ]]> 2022-03-28 22:53:28 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2118110563 Space Allocation https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2120182403 We would need space to create zen gardens or meditation rooms.]]> 2022-03-29 20:48:48 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2120182403 Podcast about Language profmarydwyer https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2123943945 Redefining the language we use is SO important. I've included the link to the transcript above. Some of the things that stood out to me are copied below: 

PAGE 6:  I've seen you talk before about how word meanings aren’t necessarily fixed. Because people will be like, oh, well, I’m sorry you heard it that way because that’s not what I meant. You know, like, I meant this other definition of it. And that’s kind of an excuse they’ll hold onto is like, well, I don’t need to change because I don’t mean it the way that you’re taking it. 

PAGE 7:  And of course these messages, they hit marginalized people the most because a lot of the talk that comes from self-improvement discourse is about fixing yourself. It hits marginalized people the most because they’re the ones that are made to feel like they don’t fit in with the way that society operates. They don’t fit in with the standards that society sets. There’s almost not enough conversation about how this kind of language, though it hits everyone, it hits people differently. 

PAGE 9: I think the thing is we need to remember that language, it’s a communicative tool. It’s a dynamic of both what we say and how it is received. And so you cannot discount what people take from the message that you are saying, even if you didn’t intend it to be harmful or you didn’t intend it to be taken a certain way. The fact that someone did take it some way is part of how language works. And so, you can’t discount that if you have had an impact on someone that’s a negative impact, that is kind of part of the intent of language, and therefore, part of the intent of what you were saying. ]]> 2022-03-31 16:22:48 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2123943945 Redefining Communication regarding Mental Health profmarydwyer https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2123960444 Using verbiage to suggest it is not an "illness" and rather an "experience" can help us advertise and promote events. This really stood out to me in this article: 

Our mental health, like our physical health goes up and down. We can have really positive mental health while still experiencing a mental illness. They are different.

You might notice I used the word ‘experiencing’ in that sentence. That’s because using words like suffer is judgemental. Unless the person has said they are suffering, we cannot assume.

]]> 2022-03-31 16:32:04 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2123960444 Sharing Circles / Group Therapy profmarydwyer https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2123967783 We could implement a system similar to AA or NA meetings, the way a 12 step program works. Once a week, they can be hosted at each campus, where students can come in and share their feelings and be validated, making it a safe space but somewhere they are talking with peers rather than a counselor. 
My thought is that it could begin to help students understand they are being heard, they are totally normal, and its okay to talk to people about what's going on. They may meet others who seek counseling but like communicating with peers. ]]> 2022-03-31 16:36:17 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2123967783 Host an EXPO day profmarydwyer https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2123985519 Students can experience yoga, meditation, kickboxing workouts, learn how to garden, and other ideas in an expo type festival where they can discover what brings them joy and helps release stress. ]]> 2022-03-31 16:46:39 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2123985519 Wellness Wheel: An approach to wellness needs to be holistic https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125940175 2022-04-01 19:15:09 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125940175 Wellness Rooms/Spaces, Cafeteria, Break room, Interfaith room for dialogue/ Closets https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125942555 Wellness Rooms-massage area, wellness checkups, free covid tests, STD tests, screening, pregnancy test;  hygiene needs-soap toothpaste, deodorant(generic inexpensive brands give away to students.

Stress management classes, Etiquette classes, Mock Interviews, Job finding assistance and Career counseling

Cafeteria- Food, food assistance, soap kitchen, nutrition information, cultural foods, multicultural menu; culinary students work in the cafeteria( grow food, hydroponics, micro greens, salads) food security for students through food pantry. Food sovereignty-grow your own( community hours or volunteers hours for working in the garden.

Shelter and counseling for those facing domestic violence, student without housing or place to live or stay

Spaces and Break rooms that are quiet, safe for sleep and napping, therapy sessions, massage areas, life coaching and counseling, relaxation lounge

Interfaith room  for dialogue- meditate, celebrate, discourse

Closets professional clothes for interviews or just everyday use


]]> 2022-04-01 19:17:28 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125942555 Trauma-Informed Classroom Training profmarydwyer https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125951493 We should be hosting workshops on how to facilitate a trauma-informed classroom. This is done differently across age groups, but it does start with environments and moves into assignments and language.]]> 2022-04-01 19:27:48 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125951493 Trauma Informed Teaching profmarydwyer https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125953562 2022-04-01 19:30:22 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125953562 Trauma Informed Teaching profmarydwyer https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125955293 Offering students opportunities to make choices in their work. Offering alternatives to situations that could trigger them. For example, an assignment that requires discussion on a sensitive topic could have two options to complete including a more hands-on approach and a research approach. Group work in classrooms could allow students the opportunity to work alone, or to work in smaller groups. Allowing students to choose groups. Giving multiple assignments with different alternatives that achieve the same goal.]]> 2022-04-01 19:32:29 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125955293 Transportation assistance https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125977378 Free bus passes or more bus passes available to students
Safe and convenient bike and scooter storage

Registered car pool or uber discount

Shuttle bus from campus to campus; shuttle to medical campus for wellness needs

Electric scooter rentals for students- working with a company to provide service for students

Golf cart transport around large campuses i.e. Kendall and North

Student Car Mechanic shop for oil changes, windshield wipers change, inter-campus shuttles ]]> 2022-04-01 19:57:11 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125977378 Physical Wellness/Gym expansion https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125987687 No changing rooms or showers
Sports and activities are non-existent at certain campuses i.e.
Wolfson.
Basketball court on rooftop of parking lot bldg 7 at Wolfson?
More options in the gym-Zumba , Yoga, boxing, kickboxing, self defense for women]]> 2022-04-01 20:09:44 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125987687 Occupational and social wellness Knowledge is power; knowledge is wellness https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125994685 Digital job board with job advertisements, clubs, volunteer opportunities

Shark net-students were unaware of this platform

More interactivity-MDC app update ; digital map
Student guides and ambassadors- showing students around campus.]]> 2022-04-01 20:18:59 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125994685 Financial wellness https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125999132 financial classes
assistance with jobs and internships
 assistance with college transfer process, managing student loans, "How to avoid debt" Credit cards, Read bank statements, investing and saving ]]> 2022-04-01 20:24:06 UTC https://padlet.com/pnellis3/xho4218ucnmxcsnv/wish/2125999132