North Carolina Higher Education Consortium

Our Director of Scholastic Recovery, Jarmichael Harris, enjoying the Inner Harbor after presenting at the Joint Meeting on Youth Prevention, Treatment and Recovery in Baltimore Maryland! His presentation, “Collective Minds for the Collective Good: Advancing Impact Through Collaborative Networks and Braided Funding” was well received by members of the field from across the continuum.

Last month, APNC launched the NC Treatment Connection, a campaign dedicated to helping North Carolinians find ethical, evidence-based substance use disorder treatment close to home. This campaign connects individuals and families with trusted partners like the Alcohol/Drug Council of North Carolina and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, ensuring that those seeking help can find reputable substance use disorder treatment. NC Treatment Connection is about making sure that anyone in need can find The Right Help, Right Here. ?? Visit https://lnkd.in/gp3ZbXsJ to learn more and find verified treatment resources. Together, we can ensure that ethical, high-quality treatment remains accessible for all North Carolinians.

Join our free virtual training with Dr. Jason Kilmer! Learn about the connections between alcohol, cannabis use, and suicide risk, explore how substance use impacts mental health, and discover strategies for prevention and intervention. #NCHEC ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gYMEiXnr

Big thanks to APNC and The National Council for Mental Wellbeing for hosting this week’s Middle Management Academy in Raleigh! As part of team APNC, co-directors, Emmy and J, had the chance to participate and learn how to enhance NCHEC's programming. We’re excited to apply this knowledge to our work and continue making an impact! #NCHEC

In partnership with the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) and North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU), the University of North Carolina System is thrilled to host the 2025 Behavioral Health Convening at Appalachian State University, May 12-13, 2025. We are currently seeking proposals for breakout sessions focused on the following topics: ·??????Assessment and trends in behavioral health; ·??????Connections between behavioral health and student success; ·??????Campus or community collaborations to address student mental health needs, including critical incident response and mutual aid support; ·??????Initiatives/programs focused on supporting student mental health and/or fostering resilience; ·??????Identifying/securing/sustaining creative funding sources for behavioral health initiatives; ·??????Suicide awareness, prevention, and postvention efforts; ·??????Management of counseling centers; ·??????Initiatives/programs focused on combating substance use on college campuses; ·??????Special populations. Please see the attached Call for Proposals for full details and submit your proposal here: https://lnkd.in/e4k2uE8e Proposals will be accepted through February 23, 2025. See you there!

The spring semester brings exciting moments like St. Patrick’s Day, Spring Break, and more! ?? However, these celebrations can sometimes lead to risky behaviors, including alcohol and substance use. Check out this resource that highlights common high-risk events students may encounter on and off campus, along with practical strategies and conversation topics to help them engage safely and healthily. Let’s work together to make this semester both fun and safe! ?? https://loom.ly/A-3usgA

In times of uncertainty, we often turn to our communities to help us find our way forward. This week was an excellent example of how, despite the uncertainties we are currently facing, we can come together to learn, grow, and even thrive! I had a blast at my first ever #NASPAStrategies25 where I got to present about the opportunities campus partners have to lean on their communities and create comprehensive solutions to complex issues like substance use. Speaking nationally was a privilege I do not take lightly. Just over a year ago, I was a graduate student who had applied to over 100+ positions and was struggling to picture what my future might look like. Now, thanks mostly to an incredible team, I am a national speaker in my field. Celebrating myself today and ready to hit the ground running when I return to office!

Here are some quotes from participants at last year's SMART National Conference: ? "This was the most powerful conference I have ever attended. I am new to SMART Recovery, and as a person in recovery for the last 3 1/2 years, this has changed my life!" ? "Most accessible conference ever!" ?"I was very impressed with ALL of the speakers and every breakout session I attended. Hands down one of the best conferences I have ever attended." ? Experience our empowering community for yourself. Join us in Charlotte in April! Early bird rates available through January 31. https://lnkd.in/etBxfrNQ #SMARTRecovery #EmpowermentForAll #BuildingCommunitiesOfEmpowerment

Jessica, Lauren, and Emmy, from the NCHEC team, are excited to team up with Callie Kelly from Elon University for a presentation on campus-community collaboration! ?? If you’re at #NASPAStrategies25, come say hi - we’d love to meet you and connect! ??? #NCHEC

Welcome back! Here’s to a new semester filled with opportunities to inspire and make a difference! ?? Whether you're championing prevention efforts, supporting students on their recovery journeys, or fostering a safer, healthier campus community, your work makes a difference. Let’s take on this semester together! #NCHEC