ATLANTA—The University System of Georgia (USG) plans to ensure every student has access to some variety of mental health support. 

In August, Governor Brian Kemp said he was allocating $11.5 million to support student support services and mental health. 

The USG appointed a Mental Health Task Force to decide where the money should be invested. After setting aside $8 million to expand clinical resources, the rest will go to a long term mental health plan for all 26 USG institutions. 

Expanded resources consists of every student having access to over-the-phone psychiatric support and counseling services as well as increased in-person availability, a 24/7 hotline, and well-being support groups.