VIII. Key Recommendations for Faculty and Staff
This section of the guide is designed to support faculty and staff with the language, resources, and suggestions to support students who are considering a leave of absence, on a leave of absence, or returning from a leave of absence for a mental health condtition.Some students see their leave as an opportunity to engage in intensive care and treatment to build their wellness and resiliency. Other students use this time away to engage in meaningful work or life experiences to build skills and develop a greater purpose for returning to school. It is critical that students design their own leave of absence plan and commit to navigating their leave at their own PACE. To aid students, we recommend using the acronym PACE: People, Academics, Care, and Engagement to emphasize the critical domains of skills and strategies students may find helpful in building their wellness and resiliency to return. On the following pages are key strategies for faculty and staff.
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