The process of symptomatic isolation in ex-dorm Ross Hall does not have to be totally and utterly emotionally isolating. If you think you might have COVID-19 like I did, here is what to expect.
Students’ mental health marred by COVID-19 isolation
Floppy disc disposal, Dick Hamm’s retirement notice and a homogenous array of job fair schedules were just a few of the items topping the university’s “Butler Today” listserv during the first months of the semester. But while students looking to recycle their unwieldy collection of pre-Y2K technology had no issue finding resources to help them, students in desperate need of mental health resources during a global pandemic were left in the dark.
Election day causes anxiety in the student population to increase
Counseling and Consultation Services has seen an impact on student mental health based on the presidential election, which is unlikely to calm down soon.
Behind Butler’s decision to remove all breaks for the spring semester
Butler faculty and staff reconstruct the spring semester academic calendar to minimize the number of times students leave campus.
Ask Abby: Your trauma does not have to be educational
You should never feel guilt for not sharing your story with anyone, especially in an academic or classroom setting. It is yours and yours alone, and you get to choose what to do with it.
BUBeWell: How Butler’s six colleges are fostering student wellness on campus
After welcoming students back to campus, Butler has been working to provide a safe and enjoyable on-campus experience. With social distancing and mask-wearing in mind, faculty members are confronted with the difficult task of creating COVID-friendly programs to promote the well-being of their students.
From zero to hero: Katy Perry’s redemption story
The pop singer shared tips on how to stay positive when struggling with mental health during a virtual press conference promoting her new album, ‘Smile.’
Resources for Mental Health on Campus
Multimedia reporter Sierra Quimby reports on the importance of mental health and where to find resources on Butler’s campus.
Ask Abby: starting a new school year in the age of COVID-19
It’s completely understandable for people to be anxious right now. No one blames you! The future is uncertain for everyone, but especially for those of us who are in college. We are already in a phase of change and growth, and current changes have added to that exponentially.
BU Be Well offers online screening for mental health, substance abuse issues
MindWise, a free and anonymous online screening tool for mental health and substance abuse issues, is now available to students and faculty.