Get Involved
What is the Student Mental Health Advisory Committee?
The Student Mental Health Advisory Committee is a group of students passionate about wellness and advocating for mental health. The committee provides an opportunity for any student at the university, including individuals with lived experiences, to develop and review mental health initiatives.
Application process
Applications take place in the spring, stay tuned for opportunities for the 2022-2023 academic year.
To apply: write a one-page letter of intent that addresses the three points below. Once it has been submitted you will be contacted with the next steps.
Points to cover in your letter of intent:
- Describe why mental health and wellness are important to you.
- List qualities you have that can help create a mentally healthy Ontario Tech community.
- Explain at least one idea or event that can help your specific faculty or department (for example, FEAS or FBIT) to be more involved in students’ mental health and wellness. Please be specific and detailed.
Applications must be emailed to studentlifeline@ontariotechu.ca. You will be contacted if selected for an interview.
Need more information?
If you have more questions or would like more information about the Student Mental Health Advisory Committee, please email studentlifeline@ontariotechu.ca.
