Trauma-Informed Campus Climate: How To Create An Inclusive Space For Students

Description  Challenge - Recognizing and supporting students who have experienced trauma College faculty and staff likely have blind spots associated with the experience of a college student who has experienced trauma Colleges could benefit from creating a more inclusive and welcoming presence for students who have experienced trauma prior to coming to campus or while on campus Faculty, staff, and fellow students can benefit from having a better understanding of the ways in which students who have experienced trauma may uniquely view or understand common college experiences Key Takeaway Participants will gain the knowledge and foundational skills needed to recognize and support college students who have experienced trauma. Overview College can be difficult in unique ways for students who have experienced trauma. However, being a trauma-informed Higher Ed professional means acknowledging that traumatic experiences can play a role in how students act and react in the college