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Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award 

The Insight Into Academia Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award recognizes campuses that are embedding mental health into the fabric of campus life through accessible services, peer support, proactive policies, and programs that build lasting resilience for their students, faculty, and staff.

Receiving this national recognition positions your institution as a leader facing one of higher education’s most urgent priorities today. It signals that you are committed to whole-person success and a culture of care. If your campus is building meaningful, measurable impact in mental health and well-being, this is your opportunity to share that story on a national stage.

Applications are now open! The deadline to apply is May 28, 2026.

View the Full List of 2025 Award Winners