by Natasa Kvesic |
Correction: An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated that the Health Center had hired a new psychologist and implied that the psychologist had begun work. The new psychologist will not start until next year. The Beacon regrets this error.
Student complaints about challenges getting appointments and a lack of necessary services at the Health Center have caught the attention of two students who are determined to put change into action. This year, the Health Center plans to take on these problems first-hand by forming a student health advisory board.
The board’s co-chairs, sophomores Katie Clute-Reinig and Victoria Crunkilton, are working to incorporate the voices of the student body into planning what goes on in the Health Center.
“The idea is to bridge the gap between the students and the Health Center,” said Clute-Reinig. “Because there has been a disconnect, so we are really trying to change that.”
After their first meeting last week, the board hopes to add more students to their team and generate more ideas as to what would help the Health Center and promote student well-being around campus.
Several events the board has in the works for this semester are yoga on the quad and a mental health fair.
Additionally, the Health Center has recently hired a new nurse practitioner in response to student requests for more healthcare options. A new psychologist has been hired as well and will start work next year.
To voice your opinion on the student health advisory board or if you have questions regarding the board, contact Katie Clute-Reinig at cluterei18@up.edu.
Natasa Kvesic is a reporter for The Beacon. She can be reached at kvesic19@up.edu.
