Malang, en.SERU.co.id – Universitas Brawijaya is currently screening the mental health of around 17,000 incoming students for the 2026 academic year. The checks are taking place simultaneously at the Pandhita Majapahit Auditorium from 3 to 7 August as part of the university’s new-student orientation program.
Dian Sudiono Putri, the psychology coordinator overseeing the screening, described the exercise as an early step to understand students’ psychological condition before they begin lectures. The goal is to help them adapt more smoothly and study effectively from the start.
“Previous tests may have been held, but never simultaneously like this. This is the first time the screening is being run all at once because students must attend in person. It forms part of the overall new-student intake process,” Dian said.
The university sees the screening as a preventive measure against potential mental health difficulties during the course of study. Officials note that a student’s mental state can shift over time—remaining stable in the early semesters, for example, then declining later—so regular monitoring is considered important.
“The campus wants to be at the forefront of detecting and addressing mental health issues as early as possible,” Dian added.
All assessments are conducted face-to-face to ensure the questionnaires are completed honestly. The instruments were developed by the university’s Student Counselling Service (LKM) psychology team and are provided free of charge. Student volunteers assist participants during the process and stress that responses remain confidential, serving only as initial data for possible follow-up support.
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Results will not be used to categorize or discriminate against students. Instead, the data will help the university offer counselling or additional assistance where needed.
Some new students have welcomed the initiative. Ana, an incoming medical faculty student, said she hoped the university would not stop at screening but would also provide prompt psychological support and intervention for those who need it.
The mental health checks are being held alongside urine drug tests and the distribution of alma mater jackets. Activities continue until Friday, 7 August.
Looking ahead, Universitas Brawijaya plans to introduce regular mental health screening every semester or every six months so that student wellbeing can be monitored throughout their time on campus. (ws15/rhd)
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