Peer Leaders
Amy Senkerik
Major: Biological Sciences & Global Health
Why does student mental health matter to you?
In college, mental health is the cornerstone of student success. Suicide prevention and mental health advocacy are deeply important to me, beginning with meaningful peer-to-peer support and connection.
Asia Canada
Major: Journalism and Mass Communications
Why does student mental health matter to you?
Mental health plays a crucial role in college by supporting academic success and overall wellbeing. Mental health outreach is important to me and helping others to access and utilize those resources is the first step to building a community and spreading awareness.
Bella Stoddard
Major: Social Work and Early Childhood Education
What does promoting wellness and substance use awareness mean to you?
Promoting wellness and substance use awareness involves creating a safe and supportive space where individuals feel seen, heard, and encouraged to make informed, healthy choices. To me, it’s about helping others understand their worth and reminding them they’re never alone in their struggles. It’s a chance to spread compassion and empower people to build healthier, more hopeful futures.
Bri Nunley
Major: Marketing
What does promoting wellness and substance use awareness mean to you?
Promoting wellness and substance use awareness means fostering a community where people feel supported, educated, and empowered to prioritize their physical and mental health. It’s about creating space for honest conversations, reducing stigma, and helping others make informed choices that protect their well-being and future.
Brooke Everett
Major: Psychology
Why does student mental health matter to you?
Student mental health is important to me because of college's unique challenges. It can be overwhelming and bring about a lot of different emotions. Undergoing mental health concerns is extremely common, and that's why it matters so much.
Isabel Greenberg
Major: Masters in Higher and Postsecondary Education
Why does student mental health matter to you?
Student mental health is important to me because it is crucial to students’ short-term and long-term success. By prioritizing mental health and providing wellness resources to students, they will be better equipped to handle the stress and challenges that come with being a college student. College is an exciting time for self-discovery and growth, and mental health is key to navigating this chapter.
Maya Jaramillo-Jaimes
Major: Health Communication
What does promoting wellness and substance use awareness mean to you?
To me, promoting wellness and substance use awareness means creating a space where people feel understood and supported, not judged. It’s about having real conversations, sharing resources that actually help, and reminding people that taking care of their mental and physical health is something they deserve. Awareness is very powerful, when people feel safe asking questions and reaching out, they’re more likely to get the help and support they need.
