Mental health is a subject of growing concern in many public spheres, and college campuses are no exception. This study examined five students and four faculty at Colorado College, asking questions about both the broad topic of mental health as well as specific school policies. A particular focus was directed towards how the factors of age and occupation (faculty or student) influenced these perceptions and ideas. Students and faculty alike drew on unique experiences in order to distinguish their outlook on the topic of discussion, while both groups also emphasized a pattern of performative action within school policy.