IHE September Update: Suicide Prevention, Student Support, Internships, & More!

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Live Well San Diego Institutions of Higher Education

September 2025

Public Health Updates
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Announcements for Students

Registration is Now Open!

2025 Live Well Advance & School Summit

Registration is now open for the 10th annual Live Well Advance and School Summit, happening on Wednesday, October 22, from 8:00am - 5:00pm. Register for the 2025 Live Well Advance to connect with thousands of partners and colleagues committed to the collective impact movement - creating healthy, safe, and thriving communities together!

Join the 2025 Hike-A-Thon!

This October, take part in the Nature Unplugged Hike-A-Thon! The month-long event encourages participants to boost their own health, connect with community, and promote the importance of less screen time and more green time. The Hike-A-Thon inspires people of all ages and abilities to get outdoors while raising funds to support preventative mental health programs in schools and communities. Participants can log miles from anywhere in the world!

Public Health Updates

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

In honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, San Diego County's Behavioral Health Services has developed a toolkit, themed "Together in Hope," designed to raise awareness, share messages of hope, and provide helpful resources. This toolkit includes downloadable guides, a calendar of community events, and more.

Prevent West Nile Virus

San Diego County has detected increased West Nile Virus activity this year, though no human cases have been reported. You can use and share the "Prevent, Protect, Report" guidelines to reduce mosquito breeding and safeguard against mosquito-borne illnesses. For additional information and resources, visit the County Health and Human Services Agency's West Nile Virus webpage.

Announcements for IHEs

The Future of Student Support - Webinar

Register to join The Future of Student Support webinar on Tuesday, September 23 at 11:00am and learn strategies to prepare students for pre-med programs, graduate school, and beyond. Gain insights from a panel of higher education leaders on addressing common barriers, innovative student support solutions, and tips for strengthening applications.

Understanding the Latest in Higher Ed

The Chronical of Higher Education has added new sessions to its free webinar series covering the latest developments in higher education. Join to understand the latest news from the Trump administration in their first fall session on Thursday, September 25 at 10:00am, with three more webinars to follow.

The State of Public Regional Universities

Regional public universities play a critical role in supporting students and strengthening rural communities nationwide. Join The Chronicle of Higher Education for The State of Public Regional Universities virtual forum on Wednesday, October 1 at 11:00am to explore current challenges facing these institutions and potential solutions to ensure their continued impact.

Increasing Access to Internships

Internships are critical for higher education. Join the Increasing Access to Internships virtual forum on Wednesday, October 15 at 11:00am to learn how institutions can expand internship opportunities and address equity gaps for students. Experts will discuss topics including work-based learning, microcredentials for federal work-study, student stipends, and supports for transportation, housing, child care, and more.

Announcements for Students

Scoop from You(th) Challenge: Piece of Mind - Deadline Extended!

The 2025 Scoop From You(th) Challenge: Piece of Mind has been extended! San Diego youth and young adults ages 12-25 now have until Friday, November 21 to submit their original artwork highlighting the importance of mental health. Participants may enter up to three submissions (one per category) for the opportunity to win up to $900 and be recognized at a special recognition event.

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