An Imperfect Guide to Loving Yourself
Steven Keehner, Impact Staff
October 19, 2018
It's okay to be sad, but it isn't to hate yourself. Here are some tips and resources that can help you.
“Overdose with the Holy Ghost”
Mikayla Newham, Staff Writer
September 29, 2018
"I was diggin' me a hole big enough to bury my soul. Weight of the world, I gotta carry my own"- 2009, Swimming. His music wouldn't be the same if the lyrics didn't contain experiences of his mind altering thoughts and his battle with depression. Malcolm McCormick, better know as Mac Miller, express...
My Invisible Pain
Liv Meier, Associate Editor
January 30, 2018
College life with fibromyaliga is difficult. Here's my story.
Depression In College Students Can Be More Than Stress
Liv Meier, Staff Writer
November 1, 2017
It's difficulty getting out of bed in the morning and making it to class on time. It's not being able to sleep at night because your thoughts are so overwhelming. It's having your mind wander to far off places during an exam. And it's something that can control your daily life. Depression manifests it's...
Students Clear Their Heads At Fresh Check Day
Mark McCarthy, Staff Writer
September 27, 2017
This year's Fresh Check Day had some four-legged guests
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