Mental Health and Well-Being Task Force
Who are We?
Established in April 2024, the Mental Health and Well-Being Task Force brings together faculty, staff and students to strengthen mental health and well-being across campus. Guided by The JED Foundation’s Comprehensive Approach, the task force works to create a connected, resource-rich and health-supportive campus environment through efforts focused on improving protocols, developing digital tools and fostering community belonging and engagement.
Dr. Marie Cascarano from the Office of Health Promotion and Dr. Jude Uy from Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) co-chair the task force, which includes key members from departments across campus.
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Task Force Members
Marie Cascarano
- Assistant Director, Health Promotion
Jude Uy
- Staff Psychologist/Coordinator of Prevention and Wellness Programming
Tisheka Beepath
- Victim Services and Compliance Manager
Jonnine DeLoatch
- Assistant Dean, Student Belonging
John Harrichand
- Associate Professor
Sarah Jennings
- Director of University Health Services
Betty Paulino
- Director of Benefits
Kevin Schafer
- Director of CARE Team and Student Case Management
Donna Scro Samori
- Adjunct Professor
Melany Socorro
- Assistant Director of Student Communications
Stephanie Spitz
- Department Administrator, Art and Design
Tara Temple
- Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation- Sports Medicine
Jared Utterback
- Assistant Director of Fitness, Intramurals and Club Sports Programs
Megan Walters
- Associate Director of Special Events
Nicole Weir
- Assistant Dean for Special Programs and Professional Education