College of Health

The University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy is preparing to offer free health services to the public, according to the City of Albuquerque. The announcement points to expanded access to pharmacy-based care for residents, though details on which services will be provided, when, and where have not yet been spelled out. Residents in the Albuquerque area may want to watch for further information from the university and city.

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel's school Fitness Challenge is expanding to include college athletes across the state. The former Ohio State football coach launched the program to promote physical fitness among young Ohioans, and the new phase brings university athletes into schools as role models. The extension signals the state's continued investment in youth health initiatives under Tressel's education-focused portfolio.

The University of South Alabama's Whiddon College of Medicine will sponsor students taking part in the Schweitzer Fellowship, a program that supports health-focused service projects for underserved communities. The sponsorship will back medical students as they develop community service projects alongside their studies. Details on the number of students and funding were not provided.

The Catholic University of America is highlighting CardsCare, an initiative placing athlete mental health at the center of a dedicated awareness week. The program is presenting 'Something to Play For' as its theme, focusing on the wellbeing of student-athletes alongside their performance. The campaign underscores growing attention in college sports to psychological support for athletes.

The Eckerd College community took part in the Tritons Together 5K, a run organized to draw attention to mental health. The event brought students, staff and supporters together around a cause that has grown in prominence on campuses nationwide. Participants used the gathering to highlight the importance of mental wellbeing and community support.

Students and faculty from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's Zilber College of Public Health's Nutrition and Dietetics program are supporting FoodRight's Forks & Futures initiative. The collaboration involves the college community backing the organization's nutrition-focused work. No further details about the event or program activities were provided.

The College of Podiatric Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences in California has received gifts from Dr. Bruce Lawrence and Mrs. Janet Lawrence. The donations will fund an expansion of the college's virtual reality learning modules, letting students train with immersive simulations, and will also boost financial aid available to students in the podiatric medicine program.

The Citadel has established a guaranteed admissions agreement with the Mass General Brigham University of Health Professions, giving qualifying Citadel students a assured pathway into the health professions institution. The partnership links the South Carolina military college's graduates to training opportunities within the Mass General Brigham system, one of the largest academic medical networks in the United States.

Florida State University has become the first college campus in the United States to install an interactive Hope Booth aimed at supporting student mental health. According to Florida State University News, the booth offers students an on-campus resource for emotional support. The installation highlights growing attention to mental health services on American university campuses.

CVS Health has donated $5 million in scholarship funding to the University of Louisiana at Monroe's College of Pharmacy. The gift will support students pursuing pharmacy degrees at the Louisiana institution, one of the state's main training grounds for pharmacists, and stands out as one of the larger corporate donations to the college.

Amber Healy, a clinical professor at Ohio University's Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, has been appointed to the Governing Board of the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), the national body that funds patient-focused health research. The university announced the appointment, which places the Heritage College faculty member in a influential national role in medical research governance.

UNC Wilmington is marking Student-Athlete Mental Health Week, drawing attention to the mental health resources and support services available to its student-athletes. The observance comes amid growing national concern about pressure on college athletes balancing academics and sport, with universities increasingly promoting counseling and wellness programs.

Nevada Athletics at the University of Nevada, Reno has announced Renown Health as its official healthcare partner. The multi-year agreement makes the Reno-based health system the medical partner for the university's athletic programs, providing care and sports medicine support for student-athletes. The announcement was shared by the university and its athletics department, highlighting the growing ties between college sports programs and regional healthcare providers.

Hackensack Meridian Health and Georgian Court University in New Jersey have formed a psychiatric care collaborative aimed at expanding mental health access and support for students. The partnership is intended to strengthen psychiatric services available on campus, reflecting growing attention to student mental health needs at colleges across the United States.

Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Binghamton University held a Homecoming brunch honoring alumni, donors and students while celebrating the university's 80th birthday. The event brought together members of the campus community to mark the milestone anniversary and recognize contributions to the college. Binghamton, part of the State University of New York system, was founded in 1946.

A Clemson University associate professor of psychology is delivering evidence-based mental wellness support directly to college students, according to Clemson News. The initiative aims to make proven psychological tools more accessible on campus, at a time when universities nationwide are grappling with rising demand for student mental health services and limited counseling capacity.

Thomas College in Maine hosted an event called 'Vibe Check' aimed at encouraging students to prioritize their mental health. The gathering gave students a chance to focus on wellbeing and open up conversations about mental health on campus. Local coverage highlighted the college's effort to make mental health support more visible and approachable for its student body.

Penn State's College of Health and Human Development has introduced a new public health major, expanding academic options for students interested in community health, prevention and health policy. The announcement, reported by student outlet Onward State, marks a formal undergraduate pathway in a field that has drawn growing interest since the pandemic. Details on curriculum and enrollment have not yet been widely reported.

The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine is caring for black bears in a program its students have dubbed the 'fix-a-bear workshop.' The initiative gives veterinary trainees hands-on experience treating the animals while supporting bear health and conservation efforts in the region, according to the university's student newspaper coverage of the work.

The band Mt. Joy performed at the Orpheum Theatre in a benefit concert aimed at raising awareness of student mental health. Photos from the show were shared by the student newspaper, the Daily Cardinal, highlighting the band's support for mental health causes among university students.

Hinds Community College in Mississippi has opened a new health sciences complex, a facility aimed at training students for careers in nursing and allied health fields. The opening is being reported by regional outlets and highlights the college's investment in expanding healthcare education for the local workforce.