Student Wellness Advisory Group
Student Wellness Advisory Group
The Student Wellness Advisory Group (SWAG) serves as a liaison between the Stritch School of Medicine student body and the administration. SWAG advocates on behalf of the student body to ensure that student wellness concerns are represented, recognized, and provided for. SWAG also works to promote balanced, healthy practices among the diverse student population. This mission is fulfilled through multifaceted programming, advocacy, and awareness efforts.
Our current M2 SWAG Board members are:
- Chelsea Barrows
- Roshni Koul
- Julia Mansour
- Jordan Simpson
- Sara Tawfik
- Mishaal Yazdani
Current M1 SWAG Board members are:
- Jayde Powell
- Katherine Sadak
- Siddhika Sreenivasan
- Sundas Shaikh
- Jacob Gardinetti
- Raheyma Siddiqui
To connect with SWAG for more information or with any questions, please contact swag.ssom@gmail.com.
Wellness Resources
SWAG has compiled a list of both on-campus and off-campus wellness resources for Stritch students. Please see important Mental and Emotional Health Resources here. There is also a complilation of testimonials from Stritch students who have sought out counseling resources during medical school. Please read these Experiences with Seeking Therapy - Student Testimonies here.
Coffee and Clarity
Coffee & Clarity is held monthly as a space for people to gather and share their experiences, reflect on how they've been feeling, or simply hang out and meet some new people. Keep an eye out for the weekly SWAG newsletter in your email which will list the upcoming times for Coffee & Clarity!
HSD Coordinated Assitance & Resource Education (CARE)
As a Jesuit institution with a social justice mission, Stritch is a community that puts students first. The HSD Coordinated Assistance & Resource Education (CARE) referral is an around-the-clock resource for students to refer someone about whom they may have a concern. Students may enter a referral regarding wellness, academic, or social concerns. Once a referral is submitted, the Student Affairs team will follow up to connect the student of concern with the appropriate campus resources or simply check-in to offer guidance and support. All HSD CARE referrals are confidential. Reporters may choose to remain anonymous. If you have any questions regarding HSD CARE referral, please feel free to contact Viviana Martinez, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs at vimartinez@luc.edu.
SWAG Event Calendar
Current and Ongoing Events:
- Coffee and Clarity, held monthly. Upcoming dates:
- Monday, October 30 @ 12 pm
- Wendesday, November 29 @ 11:30 am
- Monday, October 30 @ 12 pm
- Trick or Treat Yourself on Tuesday, October 24 @ 12 pm
- Suicide Prevention Speaker (in conjunction with MIND) on Friday, December 8 @ 3 pm
The Student Wellness Advisory Group (SWAG) serves as a liaison between the Stritch School of Medicine student body and the administration. SWAG advocates on behalf of the student body to ensure that student wellness concerns are represented, recognized, and provided for. SWAG also works to promote balanced, healthy practices among the diverse student population. This mission is fulfilled through multifaceted programming, advocacy, and awareness efforts.
Our current M2 SWAG Board members are:
- Chelsea Barrows
- Roshni Koul
- Julia Mansour
- Jordan Simpson
- Sara Tawfik
- Mishaal Yazdani
Current M1 SWAG Board members are:
- Jayde Powell
- Katherine Sadak
- Siddhika Sreenivasan
- Sundas Shaikh
- Jacob Gardinetti
- Raheyma Siddiqui
To connect with SWAG for more information or with any questions, please contact swag.ssom@gmail.com.
Wellness Resources
SWAG has compiled a list of both on-campus and off-campus wellness resources for Stritch students. Please see important Mental and Emotional Health Resources here. There is also a complilation of testimonials from Stritch students who have sought out counseling resources during medical school. Please read these Experiences with Seeking Therapy - Student Testimonies here.
Coffee and Clarity
Coffee & Clarity is held monthly as a space for people to gather and share their experiences, reflect on how they've been feeling, or simply hang out and meet some new people. Keep an eye out for the weekly SWAG newsletter in your email which will list the upcoming times for Coffee & Clarity!
HSD Coordinated Assitance & Resource Education (CARE)
As a Jesuit institution with a social justice mission, Stritch is a community that puts students first. The HSD Coordinated Assistance & Resource Education (CARE) referral is an around-the-clock resource for students to refer someone about whom they may have a concern. Students may enter a referral regarding wellness, academic, or social concerns. Once a referral is submitted, the Student Affairs team will follow up to connect the student of concern with the appropriate campus resources or simply check-in to offer guidance and support. All HSD CARE referrals are confidential. Reporters may choose to remain anonymous. If you have any questions regarding HSD CARE referral, please feel free to contact Viviana Martinez, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs at vimartinez@luc.edu.
SWAG Event Calendar
Current and Ongoing Events:
- Coffee and Clarity, held monthly. Upcoming dates:
- Monday, October 30 @ 12 pm
- Wendesday, November 29 @ 11:30 am
- Monday, October 30 @ 12 pm
- Trick or Treat Yourself on Tuesday, October 24 @ 12 pm
- Suicide Prevention Speaker (in conjunction with MIND) on Friday, December 8 @ 3 pm