Health and Wellness [Be Well Panthers] Applications 2026

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Be Well Panthers: Health & Wellness at Georgia State University

Join the Be Well Panthers team and make a campus-wide impact on student well-being.

Georgia State University’s Health and Wellness departments—collectively known as the Be Well Panthers program—are dedicated to fostering a culture of wellness that supports students in thriving academically, personally, and socially. Our program promotes the whole person, their educational experience, and the institution at large, aligning with Georgia State’s Student Success 2.0 and the Okanagan Charter commitment to embed well-being into all aspects of campus culture.

Through our initiatives, students build leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, conflict management, communication, and social skills that contribute to lifelong wellness and success.

Types of Opportunities

Be Well Panthers offers multiple ways to get involved based on your goals, availability, and academic requirements. Whether you are seeking a paid position or an academic experience, our team will work with you to identify the best fit.

Graduate Administrative Assistant (GAA)

A leadership-focused, paid graduate position that supports program planning, outreach, and evaluation across departments. GAAs gain advanced professional experience while contributing to campus-wide wellness initiatives.

Federal Work Study (FWS)

A paid, hourly student position for those with Federal Work Study eligibility. FWS students support day-to-day operations, outreach, and engagement efforts, with opportunities to build skills in teamwork, communication, and program support.

Academic Internship / Practicum / Project-Based Experience

Unpaid, supervised experiences that may fulfill academic requirements such as internships, field placements, Applied Practice Experience (APE), or Integrated Learning Experience (ILE). Students build competencies in communication, program planning, health education, data-informed decision-making, and collaboration.

Students are encouraged to identify their preferred type of opportunity, areas of interest, and learning goals. Our team will work with you to align your experience with your academic requirements and professional development goals.

Departmental Opportunities

Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC):

Overview: The CRC provides support for students in or exploring recovery, fostering community and academic success.
Opportunities: Contribute to recovery-focused programs and outreach by supporting meetings, engaging with students, and assisting with harm reduction and prevention initiatives (e.g., naloxone education, fentanyl test strip awareness). Build skills in peer support, program facilitation, and community engagement.
Best Fit For Students Interested In: Recovery support, harm reduction, peer engagement, and building supportive communities.

Counseling Center:

Overview: The Counseling Center supports students in achieving emotional well-being and personal growth.
Opportunities: Support outreach, engagement programs, and communications that increase awareness of and access to mental health services. Gain experience in program planning, health communication, and promoting culturally responsive, student-centered care.
Best Fit For Students Interested In: Mental health, counseling services, outreach, and promoting access to care.

Panther’s Pantry:

Overview: Panther’s Pantry supports the Georgia State community by increasing access to food, hygiene items, and essential resources to reduce barriers to student success. Grounded in a dignity-centered, student-focused approach, the pantry promotes well-being by connecting students to basic needs resources across all campuses.
Opportunities: Support pantry operations, outreach, and partnerships that increase access to food and basic needs resources. Gain experience in food systems, basic needs support, and program operations through inventory coordination, food recovery and sustainability efforts, communication strategies, and data tracking and evaluation.
Best Fit For Students Interested In: Food systems, basic needs support, sustainability, and addressing barriers to student success.

Student Victim Assistance (SVA):

Overview: SVA provides confidential support to students who have experienced crime or victimization, ensuring they have access to compassionate care and resources that promote safety, healing, and personal well-being.
Opportunities: Assist with outreach, prevention initiatives, and resource development that promote safety, consent, and access to support services. Build experience in advocacy, education, and program coordination within a trauma-informed, student-centered framework.
Best Fit For Students Interested In: Advocacy, prevention, trauma-informed care, and promoting safety and consent.

Student Wellness:

Overview: Student Wellness takes a public health approach to fostering well-being across the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and equips students with tools to support academic success. Initiatives are grounded in evidence-informed, strengths-based practice.
Opportunities: Support programs related to alcohol and other drugs using protective behavioral strategies, sexual wellness through a pleasure-positive approach, and sleep hygiene. Build competencies in health education, program planning and implementation, communication, and supporting wellness coaching and behavior change, with exposure to evaluation and data-informed practice through initiatives such as ScreenU, safer sex supplies, and the Health & Wellness Advocate program.
Best Fit For Students Interested In: Health education, psychology, public health, or  instructional technology.

What type of opportunity are you interested in?
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Term, Schedule, and Compensation

Appointment Term:

  • GAA appointments are approved semester by semester (fall, spring, and summer).
  • Appointments may be terminated at the discretion of the supervisor if performance is unsatisfactory.
  • The appointment period extends from the first day of class through the last day of finals each semester.

Schedule:

  • 300 hours per semester (approximately 20 hours per week) 
  • Panther's Pantry 180 hours per semester (approximately 12 hours per week)
  • In-person, primarily based on the Atlanta Campus (some travel to Perimeter campuses may be required)
  • Preference given to candidates available for 11 a.m.–2 p.m. shifts, when most programs occur, and those who can provide some evening hours as needed. 
  • Work hours are scheduled around class schedules and approved by the supervisor prior to each semester.

Compensation:

  • Tuition Waiver
  • Stipend: $4,500 per semester (fall/spring)
  • Panther's Pantry Stipend: $3750 per semester
  • GAAs are responsible for student fees and mandatory health insurance

Academic Requirements:

  • Maintain full-time graduate enrollment (12 credit hours in fall/spring, 9 in summer if appointed).
  • Maintain good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be admitted to a graduate program at Georgia State University, preferably in Psychology, Public Health, Nutrition, or Social Work.
  • Demonstrated interest in developing and leading outreach programming.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Effective time management, reliability, and a strong work ethic are essential.

Application Requirements

To apply, please submit:

    • Resume
    • Cover letter describing your interest in the position and your preferred department(s)

All students should check their eligibility
Steps to Confirm Eligibility:
1. Check Your Financial Aid Award Log in to your GSU student account (PAWS) to see if Federal Work Study is listed in your financial aid package.
2. Verify Your FAFSA Ensure your FAFSA is completed, as Federal Work Study is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. Request a Certificate of Eligibility (if needed) If Federal Work Study is not automatically listed in your award package, you may request a Certificate of Eligibility by submitting a ticket through Panther Answer or visiting the Student Financial Management Center.

Application Requirements

To apply, please submit:

    • Resume
    • Cover letter describing your interest in the position and your preferred department(s)

Overview

Students can complete academic internships, practicum placements, or integrated learning experiences within Be Well Panthers. These opportunities provide hands-on experience while building competencies in communication, program planning, health education, data-informed decision-making, and collaboration.

Students are encouraged to include their academic requirements, areas of interest, and learning goals in their cover letter. Our team will work with you to identify the best fit based on your goals, program requirements, and available opportunities.

General Competency-Based Responsibilities with Be Well Panthers

  • Develop and apply communication skills through outreach, presentations, and peer engagement.
  • Build competency in program planning and implementation by supporting outreach, events, and initiatives.
  • Design and deliver educational materials that promote health, well-being, and access to resources.
  • Apply data-informed decision-making by contributing to data collection, evaluation, and reporting efforts.
  • Strengthen collaboration and teamwork skills by working with professional staff, graduate assistants, and student teams.
  • Engage in reflective practice and professional development through training, supervision, and ongoing learning activities.

Application Requirements

To apply, please submit:

    • Resume
    • Cover letter describing your interest in the position and your preferred department(s)

 

 

Which area are you most interested in?
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Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC)

Overview:
The Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) supports students in or exploring recovery from substance use and related challenges. The program promotes well-being, connection, and academic success through peer engagement and harm-reduction education.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with CRC program administration, including scheduling meetings, staffing the CRC space, and coordinating outreach events.

  • Facilitate peer-based outreach, prevention, and training initiatives focused on recovery and harm reduction.

  • Support program evaluation and data collection to inform ongoing initiatives.

  • Develop written and visual content for websites, social media, and digital communication tools.

  • Contribute to the design of evidence-informed programs addressing substance use, harm reduction, and recovery wellness.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Interest in supporting students in or exploring recovery and contributing to a culture of well-being.

  • Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

  • Experience or interest in program development, facilitation, or evaluation.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Counseling Center

Overview:
The Counseling Center provides confidential mental health services that promote students’ emotional well-being, resilience, and belonging. The Graduate Assistant supports outreach and engagement efforts that increase awareness and access to these services.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in planning, promoting, and implementing outreach and wellness programs.

  • Support both virtual and in-person workshops, presentations, and tabling events.

  • Create and update educational materials, digital content, and PowerPoint presentations.

  • Assist with Qualtrics survey design, data entry, and basic charting for reports.

  • Represent the Counseling Center at campus events such as New Student Orientation and Panther Welcome.

  • Maintain and organize outreach and display materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort using digital communication tools.

  • Detail-oriented, dependable, and flexible with shifting priorities.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Panther’s Pantry

Overview:

Panther’s Pantry supports the Georgia State community by increasing access to food, hygiene items, and essential resources to reduce barriers to student success. Grounded in a dignity-centered, student-focused approach, the pantry promotes well-being by connecting students to resources that support their academic persistence and overall wellness across all campuses.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in coordinating pantry operations that ensure equitable, student-centered access to food and basic needs resources.
  • Support the planning and implementation of outreach initiatives that increase awareness and utilization of pantry services.
  • Develop educational materials that promote access, reduce stigma, and connect students to resources.
  • Manage and maintain data systems to track utilization, assess impact, and inform continuous improvement.
  • Support food recovery and sustainability efforts.
  • Assist with evaluation and reporting to strengthen the student experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Enrollment in a graduate program at Georgia State University (Nutrition, Public Health, Social Work, or related field preferred).

Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Interest or experience in basic needs support, food systems, public health, or community engagement.

Commitment to student-centered, dignity-focused approaches to service delivery.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and support in-person operations.

Flexibility to travel to Perimeter campuses as needed.

Student Victim Assistance (SVA)

Overview:
Student Victim Assistance provides confidential support to students who have experienced crime or victimization. The program promotes safety, healing, and empowerment through education, advocacy, and prevention initiatives.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the development and facilitation of outreach and prevention programs on topics such as sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking, consent, and human trafficking.

  • Conduct research and contribute to the evaluation of programs and training.

  • Create and manage educational materials, digital content, and outreach resources.

  • Support awareness campaigns and training initiatives across the campus community.

  • Assist with coordinating program logistics and maintaining up-to-date resource materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

  • Commitment to providing trauma-informed and student-centered support.

  • Experience or interest in gender-based violence prevention, advocacy, or social work.

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.

Student Wellness

Overview:
Student Wellness takes a public health approach to promoting student well-being across all Georgia State campuses. Graduate Assistants support educational programs and outreach that empower students to make informed choices supporting their overall wellness and success.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in developing and facilitating wellness programs on topics such as alcohol and other drugs, sleep, nutrition, sexual health, and stress management.

  • Lead or support training sessions, workshops, and outreach events.

  • Develop educational content for social media, websites, and blogs to raise awareness of wellness initiatives.

  • Provide guidance and mentorship to peer health educators and student volunteers.

  • Support ongoing initiatives such as Health & Wellness Advocates, Governor’s Office of Highway Safety grant, and other campus outreach efforts.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Enrollment in a graduate program at Georgia State University (Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred).

  • Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.

  • Interest or experience in health education, prevention, or wellness promotion.

  • Flexibility to travel to Perimeter campuses as needed.

Please submit a cover letter identifying the opportunity you are seeking, your department(s) of interest, and your academic requirements (if applicable). Describe your goals and how they align with Be Well Panthers’ commitment to student well-being and belonging, and highlight relevant skills or competencies.
Resume: