NAMI on Campus

Building mental health awareness and peer support in schools

What is NAMI on Campus?

NAMI on Campus supports student-led mental health awareness and peer connection efforts in college and university settings. .

NAMI on Campus groups are student-driven organizations that focus on:

  • Mental health awareness and education

  • Peer support and connection

  • Reducing stigma around mental illness

  • Promoting help-seeking and early intervention

  • Connecting students to NAMI and community resources

These groups are designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and led by students who care about mental health on their campus.

Local Campus Connections

We currently support or connect with campuses such as:

  • Augustana College (group development / partnership)

  • Black Hawk College

  • Western Illinois University – Quad Cities

Start a NAMI on Campus Group

Interested in bringing NAMI on Campus to your school?

We can help you:

  • Understand the steps to start a chapter

  • Connect with national NAMI resources

  • Build a student leadership team

  • Plan awareness events and programming

  • Access training and support materials

Download NAMI on Campus Guide
Why NAMI on Campus?

Contact us to learn more or get started!

Why It Matters

College is a time of growth, transition, and pressure. Students are not alone in facing mental health challenges — and early support can make a lasting difference.

NAMI on Campus helps students:

  • Feel less isolated

  • Learn how to support themselves and peers

  • Access help earlier

  • Build healthier campus communities

Need support now?

If you are struggling or in crisis:

  • Call or text 988 for immediate support

  • Or reach out to campus counseling services

Together, we can create campuses where mental health is understood, supported, and openly discussed.