The Higher Ed Shift
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Episode 25: Prioritizing Mental Health in Higher Education
30 minutes Posted May 31, 2022 at 9:30 am.
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On this episode of The Higher Ed Shift, we are joined by Dr. Rachel Wernicke, the Associate Dean and Chief Mental Health Officer at George Mason University.

Dr. Wirnicke is a seasoned leader in higher education where she applies her expertise in mental health, psychology, and leadership in support of the university community.

In this episode you'll hear about the day in the life of a Chief Mental Health Officer, strategies that focus on student and staff well-being, the tolls of COVID and financial strain on students, and the growing challenges of burnout and coping for the faculty and staff that support them.

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