Leoneda Inge recently spoke with three journalists who were involved in editing and working on stories for The Mental Health Collaborative, a project that aimed to shed light on the mental health challenges faced by college students. The collaborative involved nine college newsrooms in North Carolina and was funded by the Solutions Journalism Network.
Emmy Martin, Editor-in-Chief of The Daily Tar Heel and project lead for The Mental Health Collaborative, shared her thoughts on the importance of addressing mental health issues on college campuses. She emphasized the need for diverse perspectives and coverage to help students navigate these challenges.
Rosegalie Cineus, Editor-in-Chief at The A&T Register at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, discussed the impact that mental health issues can have on students’ academic performance and overall wellbeing. She highlighted the need for resources and support to help students cope with these challenges.
Emily Vespa, Managing Editor at Technician at NC State University, talked about the importance of destigmatizing mental health issues and encouraging students to seek help when needed. She emphasized the role that journalism can play in raising awareness and promoting positive change around mental health.