A Look Into Morgan's Message at OWU

Balancing the demands of being a full-time college student while maintaining your mental health can be challenging, but for student-athletes, it can be even more difficult. Between early morning practices, intense workouts, and games that test both physical and mental limits, the stress of being a collegiate athlete can take a significant toll on one’s well-being.

Even for those who aren’t athletes, there are many ways to help raise awareness for athletes’ mental health. One student at Ohio Wesleyan who is actively making a difference is Haley Kammann, a sophomore golfer and president of Ohio Wesleyan’s chapter of Morgan’s Message.

Morgan’s Message is a nationwide organization founded in Honor of Morgan Rodgers, a collegiate athlete at Duke University who tragically died by suicide. The organization aims to raise awareness about mental health among athletes and provides guidance on managing it. There are Morgan’s message clubs at universities across the country, all dedicated to supporting athletes’ mental health.

Ohio Wesleyan University is one of the many schools that participate in Morgan’s Message. Kammann, passionate about mental health and eliminating the stigma surrounding it, serves as the club’s president. 

Kammann initially joined as a Morgan’s Message ambassador, which led her to become more involved on campus. When the former president stepped down, Haley was eager to step into the leadership role. 

Kammann says there are many misconceptions about mental health that often prevent people from speaking up. Her goal is to break this silence surrounding mental health for both athletes and non-athletes. Kammann hopes to be remembered for helping to reduce the stigma around mental health, leaving a lasting impact on OWU’s campus. She also hopes the club will continue to grow and thrive long after she graduates. 

Whether you’re a student-athlete or not, if you’re interested in getting involved with Mogan’s Message, you can contact Haley Kammann via email at hfkammann@owu.edu. Morgan’s Message is open to anyone who is passionate about mental health advocacy, not just athletes.