Fresh Check Day is Coming!
September 28th, 10:30am - 2:30pm
#FRESHCHECKDAYKNOX
What is Fresh Check Day?
Fresh Check Day is the signature program of The Jordan Porco Foundation (JPF). JPF works closely with colleges in an effort to bring awareness of mental health resources and coping strategies to college campuses.
It is a celebratory fair-like event that includes:
- Interactive expo booths
- Free food
- Entertainment
- Exciting prizes and giveaways
The program’s primary goals are to:
- Increase awareness of mental health resources and services available to students
- Reduce stigma and misconceptions around mental health and suicide that often deter individuals from seeking help
- Empower peers to be gatekeepers by understanding warning signs and knowing what to do if a friend is exhibiting signs of suicide or a mental health concern
- Increase willingness to ask for help if experiencing emotional distress
We Need Volunteers!!
Want in on this Great Event?!
Bonus - You get a t-shirt!
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Fresh Check Day
Thursday, Sep 28, 2017, 10:00 AM
Alumni Hall, Plomin Terrace
Other Upcoming Events!
Anchoring Your Goals
During this interactive presentation, we will be discussing your long-term goals and how you plan to stay “anchored” when the waves roll in! Prizes will be available!
Tuesday, Oct 3, 2017, 06:00 PM
CFA, Kresge
Mental Health Screening Day
Stop by Counseling Services to take a free and anonymous mental health assessment. Your assessment will be scored and you will meet with a counselor, in a confidential setting to go over results, discuss resources, and set up treatment if needed.
Friday, Oct 13, 2017, 10:00 AM
Counseling Services
Self-Care & Academic Success
Self-care is something that we must partake in to succeed. However, self-care isn’t always pretty! During this event, we will be discussing multiple ways to look at, and implement your anchors as a way to improve self-care and increase academic success.
Tuesday, Oct 24, 2017, 06:00 PM
Alumni Hall, 300 Trustees Room
Counseling Services
Making an appointment is easy! Calling is the fastest way to schedule an appointment, but you can also visit our office or send us an email!
Current Staff:
Janell McGruder – Director, Counselor
Megan Downs – Counselor
Cody Maddock - Counselor
Vicki Swedlund - Administrative Assistant
Email: counseling@knox.edu
Website: https://www.knox.edu/offices/health-and-counseling-center/counseling-services
Location: Furrow Hall 175 West Knox St.
Phone: 309-341-7492
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/knoxcollegecounselingservices/