On college campuses, which are homes for student activism and academic debate, students are describing hostile environments, hate speech, and incidents of violence based on perceived or actual religious affiliation or nationality. These attacks threaten their sense of safety and well-being. To protect the mental health of all students, The Jed Foundation (JED) suggests colleges and universities take the following actions to engage students and support their mental health during this time and beyond.
Student Well-Being
Supporting Native American Students Through Culturally Relevant Education
Research shows Native American students benefit from culturally relevant education. This REL West blog post shares findings about culturally relevant education in three categories: knowledge of culture and community, ways of learning, and academic content.