Brevard College has been named a recipient of the 2025 Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award by Insight into Academia. Brevard will be featured, along with the other award recipients, in the September issue of Insight into Academia magazine.
The award recognizes colleges and universities that demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering a culture of mental wellness and well-being for their students, faculty and staff. The award honors institutions that implement innovative programs, provide accessible mental health resources, and promote initiatives that support emotional resilience, stress management, and overall psychological well-being within their campus community.
Recipients of the award have demonstrated leadership in integrating mental health into campus life, ensuring students, faculty and staff have the support they need to thrive academically and personally. Each award winner sets the standard for prioritizing mental health as a key component of success.
“We are honored to receive the 2025 Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award, a recognition that reflects our commitment to creating a campus where mental health is valued as deeply as academic achievement,” said Dr. Debbie D’Anna, Vice President for Student Success and Dean of Students at Brevard College. “This award affirms our belief that fostering resilience, compassion and holistic well-being empowers every member of our community to thrive.”
Brevard is one of 70 colleges and universities across the nation to receive the award in 2025, joining institutions such as Arizona State University, Indiana University, Mississippi State University, Rutgers – The State University of New Jersey, Syracuse University, University of Connecticut, University of Florida, University of Georgia, University of Nebraska and University of Pittsburgh.
“We know that institutions are not always recognized for their dedication to their mental health and well-being services and support for their students and employees,” said Lenore Pearlstein, owner and publisher of Insight into Academia magazine. “We are proud to honor these colleges and universities as role models for other institutions of higher education.”