Active Minds at the University of Dayton

Active Minds at the University of Dayton Changing the conversation about mental health through education, understanding, and support. And, thus, our organization was born! [email protected]

Active Minds is a student-run organization that strives to change the conversation about mental health through activities, volunteer work, and educating ourselves and others about the realities of mental wellness. Our organization began in the Spring of 2003 after the first MFest, which was thrown in honor of Mike Littler who died by su***de. His friends wanted to remove the stigma that surrounded

mental health on college campuses and help prevent other students who may be struggling with their mental health. It started as REACH, then became REACH Out with Active Minds in 2009 when it joined with the national organization Active Minds, and now it is just Active Minds (mostly so we wouldn't have to call it, "Reach Out with Active Minds at the University of Dayton"...which is a bit of a mouth-full, haha!)

We are passionate about stomping out the stigma regarding mental health issues and promoting a safe, aware, and accepting environment. We believe that any person should be able to receive the assistance and support they need. Here at UD, you are surrounded by a community of people who would love to do nothing more than help, even if it is as simple as listening. Your resources include:
• Friends (RAs, Fellows, study buddies, roommates)
• Family
• The UD Counseling Center: 1-937-229-3141
• Campus Ministry: 1-937-229-3339
• National Su***de Hotlines (Toll-free, 24/7): 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433), 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
• Dayton Su***de Prevention Center (24/7): 1-800-320-HELP (1-800-320-4357), 1-937-229-7777, 1-937-463-2961

WHAT WE DO:
*Bi-monthly meetings that are not only engaging and education, but also fun! There is a new theme for every meeting which includes a presentation, personal testimonials, movies, etc.
*Volunteer at facilities for mentally handicapped adults such as Partners for Community Living and The Castle
*M-Fest! - An annual concert/art event promoting mental health awareness
*DaytonSecret - similar to Frank Warren’s PostSecret!
*National Day Without Stigma – a fun day raising awareness and educating people about mental health issues and promote help-seeking
*National Stress Out Day – provide pre-finals stress relievers and educate students about stress management
And so much more! For more information or to get involved please e-mail us!

04/03/2017
04/03/2017

A big thank you to everyone who attended or participated in MFest in some way!

04/01/2017

MFest is happening right now! Come check it out!

20 days til Mfest! Let's remember these important words of Shannon Alder as Mfest draws near. Join in with your fellow s...
03/13/2017

20 days til Mfest! Let's remember these important words of Shannon Alder as Mfest draws near. Join in with your fellow students on April 1st and help us see the we of campus that will stand with each other to raise awareness for mental health.

"PostSecret Live" with Frank Warren is tonight!! We are so excited to be a part of this huge and inspiring event. Join u...
09/08/2016

"PostSecret Live" with Frank Warren is tonight!! We are so excited to be a part of this huge and inspiring event. Join us in the KU Ballroom at 7:30PM to hear about how secrets can build bridges instead of put up walls. Doors open at 7:10PM.

For Su***de Prevention Week, Active Minds partnered with the Counseling Center and Community Wellness to put up 1,100 Fl...
09/07/2016

For Su***de Prevention Week, Active Minds partnered with the Counseling Center and Community Wellness to put up 1,100 Flags on KU Field.
1,100. The average number of college students who die by su***de each year. Start the conversation today about su***de prevention.

04/02/2016

The rain earlier made us move Mfest inside. But Community Standards is still rocking it out with an original song that is fittingly centered around mental health.

If you're getting cold at Mfest, pop inside to Studio E and check out our PostSecret room.
04/02/2016

If you're getting cold at Mfest, pop inside to Studio E and check out our PostSecret room.

Thanks to all the student organizations who came out today to support Active Minds and raise awareness for mental health...
04/02/2016

Thanks to all the student organizations who came out today to support Active Minds and raise awareness for mental health.

Thanks Avery for sharing your story! Your strengthen and courage today was truly an example for us all.
04/02/2016

Thanks Avery for sharing your story! Your strengthen and courage today was truly an example for us all.

Yes. We have a therapy pig. If you want to pet Stella, come stop by ArtStreet!!
04/02/2016

Yes. We have a therapy pig. If you want to pet Stella, come stop by ArtStreet!!

04/02/2016

Max Boyle is soloing it out at Mfest!! What a beautiful voice.

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45409

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