Abstract
<jats:p>This qualitative study evaluated the Life Skills (HpV) training strategy at a public university in Colombia in 2024, analyzing its impact on students’ positive mental health and psychosocial competencies. The mixed-methods research employed semi-structured interviews with faculty and three student focus groups, using thematic analysis to categorize strengths, weaknesses, and perceived changes. Results highlighted curricular coherence, academic freedom, and participatory methodology as key aspects, fostering self-awareness, emotional management, and the building of support networks. Students reported improvements in well-being, stress management, and academic performance, though challenges such as initial resistance to emotional content and student diversity were identified. The conclusions underscore the value of experiential courses in university education, promoting horizontal relationships and safe spaces for collective reflection. Future studies are recommended to expand participant diversity and incorporate quantitative data triangulation to further explore the intervention’s effects.</jats:p>