The Mental Health Imperative: What Campus Leaders Need to Know Now

Student mental health has emerged as one of the defining leadership challenges in higher education. In this episode, Seán Creighton speaks with Sarah Doherty, Vice President of Collegiate Solutions at Alera Group, a national leader at the intersection of student wellness, health insurance, and institutional strategy. Drawing on her work with campuses across the country, Sarah offers insight into today’s evolving mental health landscape, including what has changed, where institutions face pressure, and where progress is emerging. The conversation examines barriers to care and highlights how campus leaders are strengthening coordination and connection to ensure students feel supported and able to thrive.Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Degrees of Impact, where we explore innovative ideas and the people behind them in higher education. To learn more about NACU and our programs, visit nacu.edu.Connect with us on LinkedIn: NACUIf you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share it with your network.