OCTOBER 10, 2024 — Editor’s word: The next message was despatched at this time through e-mail from UTSA President Taylor Eighmy, Provost and Government Vice President for Educational Affairs Heather Shipley, Chief Enterprise Improvement Officer and Government Vice President for Enterprise Affairs Veronica Salazar, College Senate Chair Alex Godet and Employees Senate Chair Justin Marmolejo to all college and workers.

At the moment is World Psychological Well being Day — a globally acknowledged day to boost consciousness about important psychological well being points to encourage motion that creates lasting change. As a campus group, it supplies an opportune time to reaffirm our dedication to fostering an surroundings that helps well-being.

Whereas we acknowledge the importance of at this time, we additionally know the way essential it’s to stay out this dedication day by day. We encourage you to achieve out to pals, friends and colleagues regularly to test in, supply help and allow them to know they aren’t alone.

We invite you to discover UTSA’s free assets and take part in well-being efforts throughout campus. Educational Affairs additionally not too long ago launched a well-being activity power to amplify, improve and increase well-being applications. Different assets embrace:

• Wholesome Minds at Work – Out there on-demand from Deer Oaks starting October 10, this free on-line seminar explores methods to craft supportive workplaces that promote worker engagement and resilience.

• Use the iConnectYou app for 24-hour skilled help through name, video or textual content.

• 988 Lifeline supplies 24/7, free and confidential help for folks in misery, together with prevention and disaster assets.

Please know you might be an appreciated member of the Roadrunner household, and we thanks for regularly contributing to our tradition of well-being. Collectively, we’ll proceed to make UTSA an important and supportive place to work, study and uncover.