Looking Ahead
Individual
University
Community
K-State is committed to advancing health and well-being at every level: individual, university, and community.
When we invest in individuals, we empower them to succeed. When we invest in the University, we create a culture where people can thrive and feel supported. When we invest in communities, we extend that impact beyond campus.
Together, these investments form a reinforcing system in which stronger individuals build stronger institutions, and stronger institutions help create healthier communities.
Strategic Priorities and Emerging Opportunities
Based on engagement session findings and ongoing institutional planning, several strategic priorities emerged for future health and well-being efforts.
Student Priorities
- Mental health and stress reduction
- Belonging and social connection
- Health literacy and resource navigation
- Academic balance and self-management
Faculty and Staff Priorities
- Workload and burnout
- Psychological safety
- Healthy workplace norms
- Policy transparency and consistency
- Employee resource awareness
Institution-wide Priorities
- Aligning institutional values with operational practice
- Strengthening communication systems
- Expanding scalable infrastructure
- Increasing accountability and assessment capacity
- Embedding well-being into institutional systems and culture