Health and Wellness Task Force
On this page:
- About the Health and Wellness Task Force
- Events
- Join the Task Force
- Mental Health Services Available to Students
- Mental Health Services Available to Faculty and Staff
About the Health and Wellness Task Force
The Health and Wellness Task Force, a presidential task force, is chaired by Provost Amy Thompson. The Task Force consists of a comprehensive and collaborative group of individuals across Wright State University who will implement policy, systems, and environmental change strategies to promote positive student and employee mental and physical health and address substance misuse. The Task Force is responsible for the JED Campus Strategic Plan and employee wellness initiatives. Sub-committees have been created to drive implementation.
Events
World Mental Health Day
October 10, 2024
Experience a day of self-care and compassion on World Mental Health Day.
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View photos of our past events.
Join Our Health and Wellness Task Force
Are you passionate about promoting better mental and physical health? Do you want to make a meaningful difference at Wright State University? We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our Health and Wellness Task Force! We welcome everyone, whether you are a student or an employee of Wright State. Your input is valuable and needed.
Why Join?
- Collaborate with others who share your commitment to mental and physical well-being.
- Help create better mental health and well-being for our Wright State community.
- Contribute your ideas and expertise to make a lasting impact.
Our Task Force Includes Six Subcommittees:
Life Skills Subcommittee
Develop Life Skills: Foster student emotional and physical well-being to increase student success.
Social Connectedness and Help-Seeking Behavior Subcommittee
Promote Social Connectedness: Responsible for offering programs that promote inclusiveness.
Identifying Students at Risk Subcommittee
Identifying Students at Risk: Strengthen the mental health safety net for all students.
Clinical Services Subcommittee
Providing Mental Health and Substance Use Services: Ensure access to clinical services and supports.
Crisis Management and Means Safety Subcommittee
Crisis Management and Promote Means to Safety: Focus on crisis response and promoting safe practices.
Employee Health and Wellness Subcommittee
Employee Health and Wellness: Focus on enhancing the health and well-being of employees.
What Will We Do?
As a member of the task force, you’ll:
- Create a university culture that promotes positive mental health and well-being through programs, services, activities, and resources.
- Support the implementation of the strategic plan
- Work on targeted initiatives within our subcommittees to address specific health and wellness areas.
- Organize events and activities focused on physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
If you want to join the Task Force or want to learn more, please email Counseling and Wellness Services at cws@wright.edu or call 937-775-3407.
Mental Health Services Available to Students
All Wright State students have access to Raider Cares, a 24-hour crisis phone service, at 937-775-4567.
Dayton Campus: Counseling and Wellness Services
053 Student Union
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
937-775-3407
Wright State students can seek confidential support services through Counseling and Wellness Services by calling 937-775-3407. Walk-in services are available at 053 Student Union on the Dayton Campus from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Lake Campus: Counseling Services
187 Andrews Hall
419-586-0398
Counseling services are available to Lake Campus students in 187 Andrews Hall. Students should contact Kim Altstaetter at kimberly.altstaetter@wright.edu or 419-586-0398 to schedule an appointment.
Mental Health Services Available to Faculty and Staff
Wright State’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support services for all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. EAP services are provided at no cost to employees and include 24/7 telephone access to licensed and experienced counselors and work/life balance services.
