A Trevor Project survey linked respectful use of pronouns with significantly lower suicide risk among trans and nonbinary youth, underscoring the protective effect of affirming campus climates and consistent community practices. At the same time, experts warn that many athletic departments remain underresourced: fewer than 26% of athletic programs employ dedicated mental‑health practitioners and mounting pressures from NIL deals, transfers and heightened stakes exacerbate risks for student‑athletes. The research and reporting stress the need for institutionwide mental‑health staffing, targeted supports and policies that protect vulnerable student groups.