At The Home Depot Retool Your School Program, we believe in the power of community and the impact of meaningful and long-lasting campus improvements. This year, we’re proud to highlight South Carolina State University (SCSU), one of our 2024 Campus Improvement Grant winners. With a $150,000 grant win, SCSU’s innovative project focuses on a critical need within the campus community—access to mental health resources.
Innovation Meets Compassion
The mental health challenges faced by students, faculty, and staff in today’s world are significant. SCSU has responded to these challenges with creativity and compassion, designing state-of-the-art mental health pods that will serve as safe spaces for those in need. These pods are more than just rooms—each pod is designed to offer a range of mental health services tailored to the needs of the SCSU community. Whether it’s through one-on-one counseling sessions, group therapy, or relaxation techniques, these spaces are designed to support the well-being of everyone on campus.
A Commitment to Well-Being
SCSU’s project is not just about building structures; it’s about building a supportive community. By prioritizing mental health, SCSU is taking a bold step toward ensuring that every member of its community has access to the resources they need to succeed—academically, professionally, and personally.
A Lasting Impact
SCSU’s mental health pods are more than a project—they’re a promise to the future. By investing in the mental well-being of its community, SCSU is setting a powerful example for other institutions to follow. At The Home Depot Retool Your School Program, we’re excited to see the lasting impact this initiative will have and are honored to be a partner.
To see this incredible project in action, check out the video below and get an inside look at the design and construction process, as well as hear from those involved in bringing this vision to life.
[Watch the SCSU Project Build Feature]
Congratulations, South Carolina State University, on this visionary project and for leading the way in campus well-being.
