Southeast Technical College Announces ‘Breakthrough: A Convergence on Mental Health'

Southeast Technical College is launching Breakthrough: A Convergence on Mental Health, a multi-year initiative—supported through a commitment from the Seed for Success Foundation. The event is dedicated to expanding mental health awareness, partnerships and support across campus and the Sioux Falls community.

The inaugural program in the series will be held Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, from 4-8 p.m. at the Belbas Theatre in the Washington Pavilion. The evening will feature keynote presentations from nationally recognized experts Dr. Ethan Kross and Dr. Jody Carrington, who will offer a fresh perspective on resilience, connection and emotional well-being.

Attendance for the program is free of charge.

• Dr. Ethan Kross is a leading psychologist and bestselling author. His book, Shift: Managing Your Emotions—So They Don’t Manage You will shape his keynote with science-backed strategies to help people manage emotions, reduce stress and harness the power of the
  mind for better health, performance and relationships.
• Dr. Jody Carrington is a psychologist, author and globally recognized speaker. Her keynote—titled The Power of Trust: The Key to Stronger Relationships and Leadership—explores why trust is the foundation of connection, collaboration and leadership—and
  oQers practical ways to build, repair and strengthen it across all areas of life.

STC invites industry professionals and community members—especially those in healthcare, behavioral health, law enforcement, emergency services and other frontline fields—to attend alongside faculty, staff and students.

“At Southeast Technical College, we know that education goes beyond the classroom—it’s about preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of the real world,” said Cory Clasemann, STC, president. “The Convergence on Mental Health series reflects that
commitment by bringing nationally recognized experts, industry partners and our community together to have meaningful conversations about well-being. These events will not only support our students’ success but also strengthen our role as a collaborative partner in building a healthier, more resilient workforce and community.”

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ABOUT SEED FOR SUCCESS: The Seed for Success Foundation is dedicated to supporting initiatives and systems that open doors for young people to achieve success. The foundation focuses on three key areas: advancing mental and behavioral health for youth and adolescents, expanding access to education and building connections that support families and strengthen communities. Through these efforts, Seed for Success creates opportunities that empower the next generation to thrive.