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Kicking Off Kent State's Mental Health Campaign

Mental Health Campaign Kickoff Logo

World Mental Health Day is Oct. 10. It's also the day that 黑料网 is kicking off its university-wide mental health campaign. 

Poster from Kent State's Mental Health Campaign.

You may have already seen posters and other messaging around the university, some featuring Kent State students, faculty and staff who have volunteered to be the 鈥渇aces of the campaign鈥 as mental health advocates. The kickoff event runs from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the Kent Student Center Ballroom. There will be a discussion surrounding mental health and a keynote address by licensed therapist Kier Gaines. 

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Creating the Campaign

Talea Drummer-Ferrell, Ph.D.
Talea Drummer-Ferrell, Ph.D.

The project was born as an initiative from Talea Drummer-Ferrell, Ph.D., associate vice president and dean of students in the Division of Student Life. Angelique Daniels, director of marketing research and strategy in the Division of University Communications and Marketing, was asked to be part of the committee responsible for the second phase of the mental health work being done around the university. Her role was as a marketing expert to help with the development of a website and video.

Daniels asked to propose a full marketing and communications strategy encompassing all eight campuses, all facilities and Kent State Florence. The plan was well received, and Drummer-Ferrell and Daniels worked hand in hand for over a year on the development of the entire campaign.

Angelique Daniels
Angelique Daniels

Daniels worked with her team within University Communications and Marketing to create the campaign messaging and materials. 

鈥淭he campaign revolves around the messages of Reduce the Stigma, Seek Help and Refer a Flash,鈥 Daniels said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 about promoting awareness and discussion pertaining to mental illness, understanding what resources are available for us all and being equipped to help others in their time of need.鈥

Other Mental Health Events

There will also be a  event on Risman Plaza from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Oct. 10. This uplifting mental health promotion event includes interactive expo booths, food, peer-to-peer messaging, giveaways and more. The event is sponsored by the Kent State of Well-being.

Access to Kent State鈥檚 mental health resources, along with news about upcoming mental health events, can be found at www.kent.edu/mentalhealth.

Mental Health Campaign Poster featuring images of all advocates

Students, faculty and staff volunteered to be advocates and the faces of Kent State鈥檚 mental health campaign. Their faces can be seen on posters and other materials around Kent State鈥檚 campuses.

POSTED: Monday, October 9, 2023 01:40 PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 12:09 PM
WRITTEN BY:
Phil B. Soencksen