Caitlin McKimmy
What institute is she a part of?
The Reneé Crown Wellness Institute
Leaders must prioritize this before supporting others
Their own well-being
What simple physical technique can regulate stress “in the moment”?
Mindful breathing
What do college students constantly face that impacts their mental well-being?
Pressures and challenges
What CU service provides therapy, groups, and psychiatry and is found on a separate website (not in Buff Portal)?
CAPS (Counseling & Psychiatric Services)?
What program does she work on?
The Mindful Campus Program
The goal of mindful practices is to regulate what two things?
Which practice helps students reflect on their thoughts and emotions?
Journaling
How does mental well-being influence students beyond academics?
Influencing how they show up as leaders
What 24/7 support option can students call at 303-492-2277 or access through the Buff Portal under “Health & Wellness”?
Caitlin's work focuses on what concept related to thriving?
Flourishing
What does supporting mental health reduce among students?
Isolation
Name one type of movement that reconnects mind and body.
Exercise, walking, stretching, or yoga?
What is considered foundational to effective leadership?
Mental health
What Buff Portal service lets students meet with trained peers to talk about stress, routines, relationships, and well-being?
Peer wellness coaching
Name at least one key trait of Caitlin's leadership style
being collaborative, calm, supportive, open-minded, or compassionate?
How does normalizing mental health affect peers?
It encourages them to reach out for support
What everyday object should you put down to be more mindful?
Your phone
What happens when students find activities that bring them joy?
They maintain balance and prevent burnout
What CU office provides confidential support for trauma, assault, harassment, stalking, and crisis?
The Office of Victim Assistance (OVA)?
What major lesson did students learn from Caitlin about careers and education?
It’s never too late to start and you can always keep learning?
Improving mental health improves this major area of a student’s life.
personal success (managing stress, thriving in school/life)
What is the overall goal of these mindful practices in students’ lives?
Helping them regulate, balance, and sustain their well-being?
What does reducing mental health stigma begin with?
What CU institute offers mindfulness programs, resilience workshops, and calming spaces, and is separate from Buff Portal?
The Renée Crown Wellness Institute?