Men’s Mental Health Month

Born into a musically rich family, DJay Mando was influenced early on by his mother, a dancer, and his father, a drummer. With roots in both Black and Peruvian culture, these diverse backgrounds have shaped his exceptional music curation abilities. DJay Mando has emerged as the ultimate entertainer in the Midwest’s DJ scene, driven by a goal to make every show a lifetime memory for his audience. Renowned for their imaginative themes, high-energy tracks, and dynamic choreography, Mando and his band captivate crowds worldwide. His vibrant performances have led to collaborations with international stars like Bad Bunny, T-Pain, Lil Uzi Vert, and Bebe Rexha. In addition to touring, Mando has served as the official game time host for the NBA Champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Green Bay Packers, and the stadium DJ for the UW Badgers. Specializing in hip hop, pop, and Latin music, DJay Mando crafts unforgettable experiences, leaving fans buzzing long after the last beat.

Devin T. Henry is a fourth-year Ph.D. student in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis (ELPA) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with a concentration in Public Relations and a master’s degree in Adult Education, both from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Devin’s research focuses on the persistence and institutional retention of Black male students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). He aims to use his research to help schools and colleges improve how they support students from historically marginalized backgrounds, making it more likely for them to graduate.

Travis Love is an Integrated Services Provider specializing in Behavioral Health and Eating Disorders. Originally from Milwaukee, Travis is dedicated to fostering holistic wellness through evidence-based care and compassionate support.His clinical interests include disordered eating, sport psychology, health psychology, behavioral health, sleep hygiene, mindfulness, advocacy, and community outreach. Travis is passionate about helping individuals build sustainable, healthy relationships with their bodies, minds, and environments. Outside of his professional work, Travis enjoys staying active through sports and fitness, exploring new technologies, traveling, and expressing creativity through sketching and painting.

Alex Taheri joined UHS as a Predoctoral Intern in 2025. His areas of focus include identity development, the mind-body connection, anxiety, and depression. Alex understands that college brings its own unique challenges for many students and aims to foster a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment in his work with them. Alex deeply values the opportunity to support students during this stage of their lives, where identity, autonomy, and mental health intersect. Working in college health allows Alex to integrate his holistic, client-centered, and strength-based approach with his clinical interests in individual therapy, group therapy, and outreach.

Dr. Charles “Charlie” Hirst (he/him) is the Steven J. and Teresa M. Zinkle Nuclear Materials Assistant Professor in the Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics department. Dr. Hirst’s research investigates defect evolution in nuclear materials subject to different combinations of radiation damage, elevated temperature, and mechanical stress. Prior to join UW in the Fall of 2024, Dr. Hirst conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Michigan, and he received his PhD from MIT in 2022. Outside of the lab, he likes to watch rugby union, run around the Arboretum, and try new pale ales.