On college and university campuses, behaviors of concern are often unreported. Multiple people across campus may have small bits of information, but no one person has all the pieces. The accumulation of information helps identify a person at risk, allowing for early intervention, prevention, and support.
Members of the campus community are encouraged to make a PATHS referral when concerned about a student, regardless of how insignificant the concern may seem.
The PATHS process is meant to be a non-punitive, holistic approach to assist and support students who may be in distress. After a referral is made, case managers partner with students to develop action plans that promote student success.
Purpose
The KansasCOM PATHS team works within the campus community to identify students of concern with the goal of providing early intervention strategies, prevention of risk escalation, and student support to foster and maintain a safe and positive learning environment for all members of the campus community.
The KansasCOM PATHS Team creates a mechanism for regular and consistent communication and information sharing across campus regarding incidents and students of concern.