Research shows that better sleep improves focus, mental health, and overall performance—yet many students struggle with sleep deprivation.
Why Become a Campus Delegate?
Being a delegate for Sleep Awareness Month is a high-impact leadership opportunity that offers:
✅ Leadership & Advocacy Skills
Develop project management, event planning, and public speaking experience.
✅ Professional Development
Strengthen your resume by collaborating with wellness leaders and researchers.
✅ Networking & Recognition
Connect with student leaders, faculty, and national wellness organizations.
✅ Real Impact on Campus
Help improve student well-being, mental health, and academic success through evidence-based sleep initiatives.
Delegate Responsibilities
Each campus delegate will:
🎓 Represent Your Campus
Gather and share ideas, best practices, and insights with our working group.
📢 Plan an Engaging Event
Organize a campus-wide initiative to promote better sleep (virtual, in-person, or hybrid).
🔬 Bridge Research & Student Life
Work with faculty and researchers to turn sleep science into practical, engaging lessons.
📅 Present to Campus Wellness Leaders
Share findings, strategies, and impact reports before Sleep Awareness Month kicks off.
Suggested Initiatives
Looking for inspiration?
Here are some impactful and measurable ways to bring Sleep Awareness Month to life:
💡 Host a Sleep Challenge
Encourage students to track and improve their sleep habits with prizes or incentives.
🎙 Organize a Faculty Talk
Work with researchers to translate sleep science into actionable advice for students.
📣 Launch a Social Media Campaign
Spread awareness through engaging content, challenges, and interactive Q&As.
🎭 Create a Student-Led Panel
Invite peers to discuss their sleep struggles and success stories.
🏆 Run a Competition
Reward students who consistently practice good sleep habits.
Next Steps: How to Get Involved:
While we primarily invite nominations from well-being professionals and faculty, we welcome all nominations and motivated students can self nominate. Our campus working groups bring together a diverse mix of advocates and Sleep Ambassadors at various career stages—plus a few special guests along the way!
For questions or to explore collaboration opportunities, reach out to Sabrina at sabrina@health-culture.org or fill out the form below.
Sabrina Mierswa is a dedicated advocate for student wellness and public health, with a passion for helping universities implement evidence-based well-being initiatives.
As a leader of Sleep Awareness Month, she collaborates with campuses nationwide to improve student success, mental health, and academic performance through better sleep.
She is currently completing her PhD in Biomedical Engineering at UC Davis, where her research focuses on advancing healthcare solutions for fracture repair. She has also worked toward equitable healthcare access through her work with the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UC Davis and on many other health education, community engagement, and wellness advocacy.