A variety of events are planned throughout the week to increase mental health awareness through a variety of workshops, training sessions and events highlighting resources available on campus.
NDSU’s Counseling Center and the President’s Council for Campus Well-being are hosting Bison Strong: Suicide Prevention Week on Sept. 22 through Sept. 27.
A variety of events are planned throughout the week to increase mental health awareness through a variety of workshops, training sessions and events highlighting resources available on campus.
“At NDSU, we are committed to understanding and preventing suicide by fostering a caring campus community,” said Betsy Carter, assistant director and coordinator of clinical services in the NDSU Counseling Center. “Bison Strong: Suicide Prevention Week is an opportunity to educate ourselves about the signs of mental health struggles, learn how to offer support and become aware of resources. We hope that faculty, staff and students participate in events and discussions, so that we can continue to cultivate a compassionate and informed environment that prioritizes mental well-being.”
Below are some of the scheduled events. To see the full list, visit the President’s Council for Campus Well-being website.
Sunday, Sept. 22
Out of Darkness Walk, hosted by the Green Bandana Project
Noon-4 p.m. with walk beginning at 2 p.m.
Scheel's Arena (5225 31st Ave S, Fargo)
Register here
Monday, Sept. 23
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention training by NDSU Extension
2-3 p.m.
Memorial Union, Sahnish room
Sign up here. Limit 35 participants
Tuesday, Sept. 24
Suicide prevention in college communities by Kathryn Gordon
9-10 a.m.
Memorial Union, Anishinaabe Theater
Go here for more information
Be the light: How to support suicidal friends and family
10:30-noon
Memorial Union, Prairie Rose
Sign up here. Limit 75 participants.
Finding hope in a hard world: Creative ways to spark hope
1:30-3 p.m.
Memorial Union, Prairie Rose
Sign up here. Limit 75 participants.
Real self-care for stressful times
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Memorial Union, Prairie Rose
Sign up here. Limit 75 participants.
Wednesday, Sept. 25
Josh's Bench unveiling
1-1:30 p.m.
Memorial Union, East Patio
Counseling Center open house with therapy animals
3:30-5 p.m.
Counseling Center, Ceres Hall 212
Go here for more information
Thursday, Sept. 26
Mental Health First Aid Training
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Memorial Union, Sahnish room
Sign up here. Limit 30 participants
Friday, Sept. 27
Virtual QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention training by NDSU Extension
11-noon
Participant link will be emailed the morning of the training
Sign up here. Limit 35 participants
Green Bandana Training
12:15-1 p.m.
Memorial Union, Meadow Lark room
Sign up here
