Counseling and Psychological Services
Students Find Their Place to Thrive at Kent State
Being a new student at a university can be a huge transition for some. Finding their "fit" and a sense of belonging can be essential to their academic and personal success. Knowing this, Kent State's student organizations, activities, events and recreational services offer students opportunities to de-stress, connect, build networks and find friends for life.
IN A FLASH: Post-Election Paws
The University Library hosted a "Post-Election Exhale" event to help students destress with crafts, tips from Kent State's Counseling and Psychological Services and friendly, fuzzy therapy dogs.
Are You Experiencing Election Anxiety?
Jennifer Knott of Kent State's Counseling and Psychological Services offers advice and resources to help students manage stress and anxiety around the coming elections.
IN A FLASH: Teal Tuesday at CAPS
Kent State staffers from Counseling and Psychological Services wore teal in support of their colleagues at the Center for Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services' Teal Tuesday campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
A Circle of Support
A new event on campus seeks to offer support and community for students who have lost loved ones.
Two Case Managers Added to CARES Center Staff
The Crisis, Advocacy, Resources, Education, and Support (CARES) Center recently hired two new staff members to support its mission. The CARES Center works collaboratively with students to secure resources that meet their basic needs. The center connects Kent State students with both on and off…
Step Up & Speak Out Moves To KSUMobile
Mental health issues are an increasing concern on college campuses across the country, with faculty and staff often a resource for students to turn to in difficult situations. In 2013, Step Up & Speak Out was created to assist university community members in understanding the reso…
Doctoral Candidate Qualifies for Weightlifting Nationals
As a Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology at 5XÉçÇø, along with being a Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Intern, one would assume that Brooke Leonelli has enough on her plate. You can add participating in weightlifting competitions. Leonelli had always been…
Student Mental Health Visioning Puts Well-Being Of Students In Focus
As the pandemic raged on throughout 2020, a plan was already in the works to better serve students' mental health. It was executed at the right time. After recognizing the need to continue focusing on mental health efforts as a university and stepping up its services, the thought process shift…