Mental health issues and threat assessment have been at the forefront of discussions at institutions of higher education across the country, with increasing attention following the Virginia Tech tragedy in 2007. While helping a “student of concern," “student at risk,” or “student in distress” is not a new concept for Student Affairs and/or other college and university personnel, in recent years, more attention has been paid to the needs of students experiencing difficulty or demonstrating behavioral concerns. As colleges and universities are charged with identifying ways to assist students with complex psychosocial needs, many campuses are creating case manager positions to identify, assess, and follow students identified as high-risk or in need of outreach and/or support.
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