February 3, 2022

New Community Liaison Expands Mental Health Access for Indigenous Students

Author: Aimée Eicher

As Cornell Health’s first Community Liaison for Indigenous Students, Wahieñhawi “Hawi” Hall has been working to instill hope, healing and health in the Cornell community, particularly among the Indigenous student population. Also a clinical social worker, Hall started these positions at Cornell Health Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) in October 2021.
As a Community Liaison — a new CAPS position — Hall works with four other staff members to better connect with students across campus. ...