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UD Mental Health Resource Guide
Written by: Francesca Tero It goes without saying that being a college student puts a lot of pressure and weight on a young adult. Whether you are pursuing an academically rigorous major or are working multiple jobs on top of classes, mental burnout is something that we, as students, are all at risk of experiencing. Each of our mental health journeys, no matter how far along or how little thought we have put into them, are all deeply personal and continuously developing. Surrounded by our peers on a college campus, it can appear that everybody has it figured out. However, everyone carries their own struggles and experiences, even if they…
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How I Met My Best Friend
Submitted by Ruthie Suarez Starting college is supposed to be one of the most exciting times in your life. It’s when you step out into independence, meet new people, and begin shaping the path toward your future. But for me, my freshman year began with something I never expected: bullying. Up until that point, I had never been bullied before in my life. I had gone through middle school and high school without ever experiencing that kind of mistreatment. So when it happened in college – the one place I thought people would finally be mature and grown enough to know better – it was shocking. It didn’t feel real…
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How Cultural Identity Shapes the College Experience
Submitted by Zoe Pecson There is something very special that we all as humans inherently feel and share: a desire for community. We all strive to find and connect with people who experience and enjoy life in ways that resonate with us. Many communities we find ourselves in can be built upon shared hobbies and passions, family ties, academic or professional endeavors, or past experiences; however, we are often most deeply connected through culture. Entering college often intensifies our craving for community. Faced with a new and unfamiliar world and life experience, we seek out others to share it with, people to witness our lives. Campuses offer many ways to…
