Brand new members join today, get the rest of 2024 FREE! 💥 Sign up as a brand new member with ACHA for 2025, and we’ll unlock the rest of 2024 at no extra cost! That’s extra time to: 📊 Access research and reports 👥 Connect with peers and experts 💡 Implement best practices for campus health Start building a healthier campus community today! Brand new members join here: https://lnkd.in/dSEZaGdW #collegeheath #highered
American College Health Association (ACHA)
Higher Education
Silver Spring, Maryland 3,143 followers
The recognized voice of expertise in college health.
About us
Since 1920, the American College Health Association (ACHA) has linked college health professionals throughout the nation (and more recently around the globe), forming a powerful, collaborative networking base. This unique synthesis of vision and knowledge, of practice and policy, can guide and support you and your health service, your health programs, and your professional development. ACHA's over 11,000 individual members and over 650 institutional members are why we are "the recognized voice of expertise in college health."
- Website
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http://www.acha.org
External link for American College Health Association (ACHA)
- Industry
- Higher Education
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Silver Spring, Maryland
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1920
- Specialties
- Health Promotion, Mental Health, Clinical Care, College Health, Campus Wellness, Higher Education, Campus Safety, and Professional Association
Locations
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Primary
8455 Colesville Rd
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910, US
Employees at American College Health Association (ACHA)
Updates
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🎓 College success isn't just about grades! A new paper argues that higher education should broaden its focus to include lifelong wellness and personal growth. 🌱 Research shows that experiences in college can promote long-term well-being, with key metrics like purpose, belonging, and identity shaping student success beyond the classroom. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gt5hV6Qu #Collegehealth #highered
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📣 Campus leaders, this is a call to action! Student well-being lies at the heart of academic success, and now is the time to prioritize it on your campus. Introducing the groundbreaking Well-Being Assessment from American College Health Association (ACHA) - a comprehensive data tool that will revolutionize how you support your students' holistic wellness. 🌟 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eZKAPANi #collegehealth #highered
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📊 College students' mental health is showing signs of improvement! Depressive symptoms are down, and psychological well-being is up, according to the latest Healthy Minds study. But is this the beginning of a lasting trend? 💭 What do you think—are we finally turning a corner in the campus mental health crisis? https://lnkd.in/ggbgsmMz #collegehealth #highered #mentalhealth
College students are less depressed, more mentally well
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Our thoughts are with the students, faculty, and staff at universities in western North Carolina, who are grappling with the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene. Historic flooding has wiped out roads, bridges, and homes, leaving the region cut off from the rest of the state. UNC Asheville, Appalachian State, and Western Carolina University have canceled classes due to severe damage. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e8qGTSh5 The recovery will be long, but we are heartened by the resilience of these communities. #collegehealth #highered
Colleges in Helene's path cancel classes, deal with aftermath
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🦠 Join Stephanie Hanenberg on Thursday, October 10 at 12:00 PM ET for a deep dive into Meningococcal Disease Trends and Vaccination Updates relevant to college students. Learn about recent outbreaks, vaccination recommendations, and best practices for campus healthcare staff. 📅 Save the date & register today: https://lnkd.in/e6PcC5mh Special thanks to Pfizer for supporting this session. #collegehealth #highered
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As college health professionals, we play a crucial role in supporting students' mental well-being. This month, let’s help spread the word on campus about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the #BeThe1To campaign, which encourages simple actions to save lives. 💛 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g3NnpWft #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth #NSPM #mentalhealth #collegehealth #highered
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🎤 Share Your Expertise at the #ACHA2025 Annual Meeting. The final deadline to submit a program is approaching! Showcase your insights, help your peers, or highlight your institution's impact on student health. 🗓️ Submit your proposal by Monday, September 23 to make a difference in the college health community: https://lnkd.in/edit56gi #ACHA2025 #collegeHealth #highered
Call for Programs - ACHA
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ACHA 2025 Program Proposals Due in less than 1 WEEK! 🚨 Don’t miss your chance to present your expertise and insights to your peers. This is an excellent opportunity to: 🔹 Share valuable knowledge and solutions with the college health community 🔹 Boost your reputation as a leader in the field 🔹 Highlight your institution's impact on student health and well-being Deadline for Program Proposals: Monday, September 23, 2024. This deadline is final and will not be extended. #highered #collegehealth #ACHA2025
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📢 We’re excited to share that a comprehensive scoping review titled “U.S. Postsecondary Students' Health and Academic Outcomes” has just been published in Preventive Medicine. Funded by the American College Health Association, this review explores the intricate relationship between students' health and their academic performance. 🔗 Read the full review here: https://lnkd.in/gYCs-BRm #collegehealth #highered
U.S. postsecondary students' health and academic outcomes: A comprehensive scoping review
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