Physical & Mental Health

Students are increasingly relying on professors for mental health assistance. The instructors are willing -- challenging long-standing perceptions that it’s “not part of the job” -- but they need and want more guidance on how to help, report says.

Endicott College’s strength during the pandemic highlights the importance of diverse revenue streams. What might it teach other small private colleges?

It's not just about gender or caregiving, it's both: new analyses suggest colleges need COVID-19 faculty relief policies that target female caregivers in particular.

Counseling and learning share substantial elements, writes Gary D. Glass, and those of us who work in mental health should take ownership of our roles as educators.

By Gary D. Glass

Many students who need resources aren't receiving them, but colleges can take some key steps to lower the barriers, write Laura Post Horne and Kelly A. Davis.

By Laura Post Horne and Kelly A. Davis

Some predict the worst year ever, but others say that waiting lists may primarily be a factor at highly competitive colleges.

As states open up, colleges and universities plan for more in-person classes and large graduations.

New Jersey university may be the first to require COVID vaccination. In mandating the vaccines, which are approved under the FDA's emergency authorization process, colleges are breaking new ground.