A six-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) titled ‘Cultivating Campus Well-Being: Mental Wellness Facilitators Across Departments (Train-the-Trainer Mode)’ concluded at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, on July 4. The programme aimed to establish a sustainable mental health support system on campus, with around 40 faculty members from various academic departments participating in the workshop.
Expert-Led Interactive Sessions
Mental health expert Dr Sachin Parab guided participants through interactive discussions, reflective practices, experiential activities, and mindfulness exercises. During the sessions, Dr Parab emphasised the importance of self-care, self-esteem, self-respect, and self-worth in achieving emotional stability and mental well-being. He also equipped faculty members with practical tools to support both their own well-being and that of their students.
Curriculum and Participant Feedback
The six-day curriculum included activity-based modules on resilience, inner peace, emotional well-being, anger management, compassion, happiness, teamwork, and self-awareness. Participants appreciated the sessions for their practical approach and transformative learning experience. According to Dr Anshu Parashar, thought lab co-coordinator at NIT-Kurukshetra, “The programme marked an important step towards building a mentally healthy, resilient and compassionate campus community.”
Programme Impact and Future Steps
Dr Parashar thanked the resource persons, guests, and the organising team for their support in making the FDP a success. The event underscores NIT-Kurukshetra’s commitment to fostering mental wellness among its faculty and students, with trained facilitators expected to cascade the learning across departments.
