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Help is real, hope is real

Sarah Rogers, Opinion Editor February 21, 2017

Reeling from personal loss, broken friendships, depression, and the transition of coming to college for the first time, Katie Biggs decided she no longer wanted to live. The junior psychology and creative...

R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

Gabi Wy, News Editor March 17, 2016

President Linda Bennett announced at the beginning of the semester that the university will focus on the concept of “civility.” Bennett said this focus promotes healthy discussion despite critical...

Collaboration to bring disease awareness

Nick Leighty, Staff writer March 2, 2016

The Student Government Association and the university Counseling Center are collaborating to bring awareness to rare diseases that can have conditions that may be invisible. They will place silhouettes...

Sessions teach stress relief

Nick Leighty, Staff writer February 16, 2016

The Counseling Center, Housing and Residence Life, Student Support Services and the university Social Work Department are sponsoring “Mindful Mondays.” Each day is a chance to learn peace of mind...

Faculty discusses outside speakers

Gabi Wy, News Editor February 5, 2016

Faculty Senate wants to find the balance between protecting university students and protecting First Amendment Rights. Based on complaints concerning Campus Ministry USA’s visit to campus Dec. 7,...

Group promotes dialogue, not debate

Nick Leighty, Staff Writer January 12, 2016

The “Voices of Discovery” group, beginning Feb. 4, aims to create a safe space on campus where students can voice their experiences without turning it into a debate. The group takes place every...

‘It generally is of benefit to be out’

Bobby Shipman October 8, 2014
In honor of National Coming Out Day the counseling center will have a table from Friday in the main corridor of the Rice Library. They will be passing out nametags as part of a campaign to increase LGBTQ and ally visibility on USIs campus.

New resources for disabled students

Jessica Stallings April 17, 2013

Students with disabilities have a new ally at the university, as a disability resources coordinator position has been created and filled. Thomas Longwell, Counseling Center Director, said most universities...

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