FHSU launches virtual mental health platform
FHSU Media Relations
Tiger Thrive, a virtual mental health platform was launched this spring by Fort Hays State University’s counseling and support services center, the Kelly Center.
Tiger Thrive offers all current FHSU students, faculty, and staff therapeutic content on various mental health issues via Blackboard, a Web-based course-management system. Tiger Thrive is designed to provide FHSU students access to a range of self-paced online courses that teach strategies to help improve their mental health and deal with the stresses of college.
The content for the virtual platform was developed by Sadie Spurlock, a counselor at the Kelly Center, and Will Stutterheim, the center’s assistant director. It includes resources that walk viewers through concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress management, sleep habits, eating disorders, and more.
Hansen Foundation grant will help grow regional mental health work force
High Plains Mental Health Center
High Plains Mental Health Center is pleased to announce a grant from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Logan, Kan., will allow staff members to advance their educations and help grow the regional mental health workforce in the midst of unprecedented need for services. The Foundation has awarded scholarships to three current High Plains staff members, who will pursue Master’s of Social Work degrees at Fort Hays State University with the intention to become full-time therapists in Northwest Kansas after completing the program.
“We are incredibly grateful for the Hansen Foundation’s generous support and assistance in increasing access to mental health services in Northwest Kansas,” said Walt Hill, executive director of High Plains. “We believe this project will make a significant difference in the lives of our staff and in helping us address workforce shortages that have h
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