Author, USF BFSA Member, Tracy-Ann Gilbert-Smith Don't Forget Your Self-Care Resources As we try to cope with the disruptions of the Spring semester and heightened concerns with regards to students successfully completing the semester, we reiterate the importance of proper hygiene and self-care. Please remember that you need to take care of your physical, mental and emotional well-being. Take advantage of the health and wellness services and resources that are available to all students through Wellness USF:
And, do not forget that the Student Health Services offer a variety of services, many have no out of pocket costs or minimal fees: Faculty & Staff, Too! Let’s also not forget faculty and staff as they try to quell the anxiety levels and perform their duties to meet the end of semester deadlines and complete related academic activities. As a USF faculty or staff member, take advantage of Caféwell, a free resource that empowers you with real, actionable health programs - all in a private secure environment! To get started:
There is also the USF Employee Assistance Program that promotes work life balance where you can find online resources, workshops and information on Magellan Health Services: Stay Informed Take a peek at this post titled,” College Students of Color: Confronting the Complexities of Diversity, Culture, and Mental Health”. Although the article is focused on challenges faced by students of color, the key points are applicable to faculty and staff of color. Enjoy reading: Article from Higher Ed, College Student of Color Confronting Complexities (Retrieved 3/11/2020)
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4/15/2020 09:16:18 am
This was a great read. I love the resources for faculty as we tend to care for others and neglect ourselves.
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