This webinar will provide participants with policy priorities and legislative updates impacting college health as well as practical strategies for effective advocacy. Whether you are new to advocacy or wanting to refine your approach, this webinar will offer valuable insights and knowledge. Participants are encouraged to submit any advocacy questions for the webinar by January 23 to advocacy@acha.org.

Community college students increasingly struggle to access affordable health care, and campuses need sustainable ways to support their health services. Mile 2 Consulting’s national research shows how colleges can tap into Medicaid to strengthen and sustain these programs. This presentation shares key insights from our recent report and highlights ongoing work helping community colleges successfully leverage Medicaid funding.

The Mapping the DNA of Integrated College Health Services Webinar Series will be a series of continuing education opportunities for ACHA members addressing the organization and delivery of integrated services (health, counseling, health promotion) on college and university campuses. Each webinar will focus on a key topic of integration such as integrated program models, culture building across professional disciplines, space design and layout, shared policies and practices, shared electronic records, and integration with campus partners. The webinar series is being sponsored by the newly formed ACHA Integrated College Health Coalition and will also include the development of a repository of evidence-informed models of integration, published articles, implementation guides, policies and practices for integrated systems, and other useful integrated college health resources.

Please join co-hosts and co-editors, Thad Mantaro and Ryan Travia, for a panel presentation that explores the role of well-being leadership in higher education. The facilitated presentation will feature several co-authors from the book, “Well-being Leadership in Higher Education: A Guide for Successful Well-being Programs,” published by NASPA, sharing their perspectives and experiences leading and guiding the development of well-being programs across a wide range of institutions. The discussion will explore how colleges and universities can center well-being as a strategic priority to enhance student success and institutional effectiveness. Blending theory, research and practice, the book and co-authors share powerful insights and actionable strategies for leading transformative well-being initiatives.

Dallas College, a multi-campus institution serving a diverse urban population, has redefined how basic needs are addressed in higher education. This session explores how the college built a scalable, equity-centered model that integrates food security, housing support, mental health, and case management across seven campuses. Learn how cross-functional collaboration, data-informed strategies, and a commitment to student dignity are transforming the student experience.

Join us for "Assessing Basic Needs: A participatory webinar on current practices." We'll explore how institutions are currently assessing basic needs insecurity among their campus communities, establish a clear definition of basic needs, and introduce the Hope Center Survey as a valuable tool. Furthermore, we will discuss the ACHA’s Basic Needs Task Force adaptation of the ACHA survey to incorporate a comprehensive assessment and inventory of basic needs. Engage in this discussion and contribute to shaping more effective support systems.

Amid shifting financial landscapes and ongoing economic pressures, the ability to raise private support has become a defining skill for higher education executives. This session will explore why fundraising is no longer a peripheral task but a core competency for college and university executives. Brian J. O’Rourke, Vice President of Advancement at Clemson University will share practical tips, real-world examples, and leadership lessons for executives looking to strengthen their advancement impact.

The ethics of multiple relationships in healthcare professions has historically received significant attention, particularly from a “do no harm” risk management approach. Less attention has been paid to multiple relationships in university healthcare settings, where they are frequent and unavoidable. The presentation will address both a risk management and positive ethics approach, including a brief history of multiple relationships, defining terminology, sharing real world examples, and applying an ethical decision making model to case studies.

As reflective practitioners, it’s critical to grapple with underlying frameworks that shape our understanding of student identities and experiences. One place where biases often go unchecked is in our approaches to student substance use, addiction, and recovery. This session will engage participants in a survey tool to guide a review of assumptions and beliefs that develop our professional and personal approaches to student drug use. Themes and takeaways will also be shared from implementing this tool with professionals around the country.

Learn how to foster collective energy for implementing the Healthy Campus Inventory and sustain momentum afterward. This session offers strategies for engaging stakeholders, aligning goals, and integrating the inventory into ongoing campus initiatives to drive lasting impact.