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Ryan S Patel, D.O., The Ohio State University
Digital Wellness in the Modern Age: Students using AI for mental health: Benefits vs. Dangers; and Guidance for Healthy Ways of Using Tech for Entertainment – In May 2023, the US Surgeon general issued an advisory on Social Media and Youth mental health calling light on negative impact of social media on youth mental health. Research also shows negative mental health impact from unhealthy use of other media and technology among young adults. This program will discuss research on mental health impact of unhealthy technology use, strategies to use technology in healthy ways, and a unique tool I developed called a personal media plan to help students create a plan to use technology in ways that support their mental health. If available, findings from our national study on current state, strength and gaps of current campus based digital wellness programs. Students are also increasingly using Artificial intelligence for emotional support and mental health. Risks vs potential benefits and constructive guidance will be discussed so that students can make informed decisions.
Learn More About Dr. Patel
Dr Ryan S Patel, is a college psychiatrist at The Ohio State University.
He has served various leadership roles at the American College Health Association including Board director, mental health section chair, ACHA Annual conference planning committee chair, and is currently the mental health section chair-elect and chairs the technology and third party vendor task force.
He has participated in numerous clinical research projects, committees, programs, media, and legislative efforts regarding college mental health; AI and digital wellbeing. Dr Patel speaks and consults on various topics related to college mental health.
His book, “Mental health for college students: Practical life strategies and expert insights” is aimed at college students and anyone seeking to help college students using proven life behaviors to improve mental health.
His emotionalfitness.blog quickly reached over 130,000 page views and his Food, sleep, and exercise strategies for mental health programs at OSU has reached thousands of students.
Steven Sweat, University of Massachusetts-Lowell
My Space, Your Space, Our Space: Establishing and Respecting Boundaries to Foster Sense of Belonging within Live-In/Live-On Residence Life Staff – Since the advent of residential house teams with dorm parents, many professional roles in residence life required staff to live on campus within college and university-owned or rented property alongside their students. We eat, sleep, and share space with students and sometimes faculty and staff partners. But what happens when we search for personal boundaries connected to our identities and the professional lines are blurred to the point of negatively impacting self-care? Join me and your fellow colleagues as well unpack what it means to build a sense of belonging for live-in/live-on staff while also respecting boundaries in our sometimes demanding roles. Through reviewing research and personal reflections, participants will co-create solutions and build stronger foundations to balance prioritizing their sense of self with live-in/live-on expectations.
Learn More About Steven
Steven C. Sweat, M.Ed. (They/Them/Theirs) is a higher education practitioner celebrating 20 years of residence life and student affairs experiences (from student staff to senior leadership) across the MACUHO, NEACUHO, and SEAHO regions. Specifically, they’ve engaged in paraprofessional and professional training and development, residential curricula support, campus community engagement, student organization advising, and a wide variety of programmatic efforts. Currently, they are a doctoral student within the Leadership in Education PhD program at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Research interests include student efforts in higher education, with a dissertation topic focused on exploring student affairs practitioner sense of belonging.
Alex Broshious, The Ohio State University
Advancing Your Career – With the current job market, it’s not enough to just send your resume out and expect a call in a week. Every part of your job search, from figuring out your next steps to making sure your application documents are almost perfect, needs to be aligned and ready to go when you decide to start applying. What’s more, if you ask 10 people for advice on the job search, you’ll get 10 different answers. This presentation will utilize research and extensive experience in both Higher Education and Human Resources to educate attendees on how to best prepare for their job search.
Learn More About Alex
Alex Broshious holds master’s degrees in student Affairs and Higher Education and Human Resources Management and is a SHRM-CP certified HR professional. He brings diverse experience from Talent Acquisition roles at Ohio State University, Amazon, ExxonMobil, and Columbus City Schools, providing unique insight that combines both education and Human Resources. He also owns a consulting company that specializes in career consulting for helping educators transition into new careers.
Karina Ogunlana, University of Texas at Austin
Supervising with Connection, Presence, and Recognition – Supervising can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. Build out your supervising toolbelt so that you can feel prepared for any supervisory situation that comes your way. Join this session to discover the keys to connection, practice remaining curious, discuss ways to align departmental goals to your team’s goals, and find creative ways to recognize your staff. When you lead with connection and presence, you will be able to find joy in supervision.
Learn More About Karina
Karina Ogunlana (she/her/hers) is currently the Manager for Student Leadership and Advising within University Housing and Dining at the University of Texas at Austin. She has been in the role for over two years, where she supervises two graduate assistants and advises a team of student leaders. She previously held roles as the Assistant Director for Student Connections and Belonging and a Residence Director for the Department of Housing and Residential Life at Texas State University, supervising teams of varying sizes. Her passions include advising student leaders, community building, and creating engaging opportunities for personal growth. She was a recent recipient of the SWACUHO Mid-Level Professional of Distinction Award and the SWACURH Minor Award for Advising.
Jamie Lloyd, EdD, Northern Arizona University
Beyond ‘Getting Along’: Developing Healthy Conflict on Student Staff Teams – Conflict isn’t just something to manage—it’s something to develop. Healthy disagreement can spark creativity, accountability, and deeper trust. This session explores how to set expectations for constructive conflict within student leader teams, equip staff to resolve issues early, and foster a culture where challenge and care coexist.
Learn More About Jamie
Dr. Jamie Lloyd is an Assistant Director at Northern Arizona University in Campus Living. Jamie recently completed her doctorate from Arizona State University’s Innovation and Leadership program with a dissertation focused on organizational advisor training and onboarding. Jamie previously earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Northern Colorado. Jamie is the Advisor to the National Association of College and University Residence Halls (NACURH), Inc., supporting student leaders from around North America to empower, motivate, and equip students on college campuses to improve their on-campus living environments.