WHITEWATER, WISCONSIN (December 11, 2025) — Sarah Prigge, from Port Byron, Illinois, who is studying Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, completed the Recognize, Respond, and Refer course, taking the first step to supporting mental-health support efforts on campus.
A total of 328 students at the university have successfully completed the course.
The Recognize, Respond, Refer (RRR) program is a proactive mental-health course designed to strengthen UW-Whitewater's campus community and suicide-prevention efforts. Through this training module, RRR equips students, faculty, and staff with the knowledge and confidence to identify signs of emotional distress and to respond with empathy, active listening, and genuine concern. Participants also learn how to refer individuals to appropriate campus or community resources in a timely manner. By building these skills, RRR empowers the Warhawk community to build a safer, more connected, and more compassionate environment for all.
Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death among college students, and many who are struggling never seek help from mental-health professionals on their own. Instead, it's often peers, faculty, and staff who notice the earliest warning signs. RRR empowers them to respond confidently, creating a safer and more supportive campus environment.
To learn more about RRR training at UW-Whitewater, click here.
