Active Minds
Active Minds
Active Minds is the only national organization working to utilize the student voice to change the conversation about mental health on college campuses. By developing and supporting chapters of a student-run mental health awareness, education, and advocacy group on campuses, the organization works to increase students' awareness of mental health issues, provide information and resources regarding mental health and mental illness, encourage students to seek help as soon as it is needed, and serve as liaison between students and the mental health community.
Through campus-wide events and national programs, Active Minds aims to remove the stigma that surrounds mental health issues, and create a comfortable environment for an open conversation about mental health issues on campuses throughout North America.
The Active Minds Vision
To destigmatize mental health disorders by promoting open, enlightened discussion of mental health, and to create a better life for all who suffer. To capitalize on the energy and dedication of young adults in the fight against the stigma that surrounds mental health disorders, and to educate, enlighten, and empower all young adults to ensure their own mental health before it ever reaches a tragic stage.
The Active Minds Chapter at University of the Pacific
Active Minds at University of the Pacific was founded in April 2018 by three Pacific students and former CAPS director , Dr. Stacie Turks. Active Minds is a national nonprofit that empowers students to change the conversation about mental health and suicide prevention. We raise awareness, share resources, and inspire action. We are dedicated to saving lives and to building stronger campus communities. In addition to the current Active Minds officers, this student organization is headed by CAPS Director, Dr. Kim DeRushia, CAPS Associate Director and Training Director, Dr. Pam Wrona, and CAPS Clinic Operations Manager, Jo Renner.
Find out more information about the officers of Active Minds here!
Each Active Minds chapter plans campus-wide events that work to change the conversation about mental health. By promoting awareness and education, the organization aims to promote a dialogue around mental health, and create a comfortable environment for open discussion of mental health issues. The mission of each chapter is to:
- Increase students’ awareness of mental health issues;
- Provide information and resources regarding mental health and mental illness;
- Encourage students to seek help as soon as it is needed; and
- Serve as liaison between students and the mental health community
Our Twitter and Instagram handles are: @uopactiveminds
Please see our upcoming events page to know what is happening right now!
Interested in Joining?
The benefits of joining the Active Minds Chapter at University of the Pacific include:
- Being more involved with the campus community;
- Getting to know people who have similar interests;
- It's a resume builder;
- Helping with a noble organization whose goal is to better the lives of others;
- Networking throughout the university;
- Making a positive difference in the mental health community at UOP;
- Becoming educated about mental health issues;
- Developing transferable skills;
- Gaining connections in important places;
- Having the freedom and support to launch an idea or project;
- Having an impact on people's thoughts and reactions; and
- Representing a national non-profit.
To become a member and sign up for our monthly newsletter, please visit this link: https://forms.gle/3eu8L93sLMYnhZVX8
Updated October 13, 2021