Mental health in college is important, complex, and multi-faceted.  Join as we talk about ways in which we can prioritize our mental wellbeing while also supporting those around us.  When we are empowered to care for our mental health, it creates an even greater environment for success in college.

Need Help Now?

For mental health crisis help for current students, call the Counseling Center at 937-229-3141. After business hours, contact Public Safety at 937-229-2121 and ask to speak with the crisis therapist. You may also call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, call 911, or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.

For more resources, visit the Crisis Services page.

Developing the whole person through engagement with the community is central to the Catholic, Marianist philosophy.  Health Education and Wellbeing seeks to cultivate a community in which all members of the community take an active role in fostering an ethic of wellbeing, where all members of the community can succeed, thrive and matter.  To build a culture of wellbeing we must engage in a comprehensive approach that builds individual capacity and self-efficacy, fosters meaningful relationships, as well as prioritizes environments and policies which make healthy choice the easy choice.

Health Equity works to address the social, political, economic, and systematic differences in health, health outcomes, and health systems. Health Equity Education at the University of Dayton is characterized by the learning opportunities in which students are encouraged to reflect on the ways in which their values, decisions, and identities are reflected in their health behaviors.  These opportunities also provide students with tips and strategies to enhance their holistic wellbeing.

Guided by its Catholic and Marianist values, the University of Dayton calls all of its members to commit to "honoring the intrinsic value and dignity of all people" (Presidential Statement on Diversity & Inclusion). The Brook Center honors that commitment by housing a LGBTQ+ Student Services Coordinator who connects students with resources, provides support, develops campus wide programming, and builds community.

Our goal is to foster a more welcoming campus community where all students who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) feel welcomed, respected, safe, and valued as full members of the University of Dayton community.

Peer education is a cornerstone of the Brook Center's work.  Your voice as a student is the most powerful in our community.  Through peer education, our campus community will thrive.

You are already influencing your friends.  That is undeniable.  The question that you must ask yourself is ... how are you influencing your friends?  Join us as we work together to make our campus community stronger, happier, and healthier.

Sexual violence occurs all too often on college campuses.  The University of Dayton takes this very seriously and is committed to supporting survivors and preventing future violence from occurring. If you have been assaulted, know that we are here to support you and you have options.  If you are looking for further information and data on sexual assault, you can find that throughout our Porches site.  We are committed to helping students experience healthy relationships and enjoy a safe and exciting college experience. 

In an effort to reduce food insecurity among students in the UD community, the Brook Center and the Dean of Students office have collaborated on the creation of the Food4Flyers Food Pantry.  University of Dayton students are encouraged to take up to 10 items once per week. 

If you'd like to make a physical donation, please do so by dropping items off at the Brook Center office. Other donations can be made here.

The Flyer Farmers’ Market is a weekly event featuring local food and product vendors as well as sustainability, nutrition, and wellbeing offices and student organizations. Visit the market to stock your pantry with healthy local foods and engage with health, wellbeing and sustainability resources on campus. The 2023 market will run every Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm, August 23rd through November 1st. Contact flyerfarmersmarket@udayton.edu with any questions.