Value of Internships
Written by Lina Ramirez, GSW When we are in college, academics become our number one priority and all else generally takes second place. Notice how I said priority and not our all, balance is key in all areas of our lives. Sure, we hang out with friends, become involved in team sports, and join…
Making Time for Creativity
Written by Laura Frable, Wellness Coordinator Ecclesiastes tells us that there is a time for everything. God created you to create, but do you make time for it? God is a creative being, and you are made in His Image. Don’t feel guilty while taking time to connect with your creative side. It can…
Do We Really Need More Self-Love?
Written by Lina Pabon Ramirez, Graduate Student Worker Let’s start with asking ourselves this question: Could we give ourselves something that is simply not in our nature to give? Think about it, we could spend our whole lives searching deep inside of us for more self-love as we are constantly told to do so….
How to Start Saving Now – Develop a Financial Plan
Written by Olubunmi Fatoki It is not the amount you are making that determines how much you can save, but how much you can save from the amount you make. The biblical story of Joseph showed how saving 20% of the harvest for seven years was pivotal in helping the Egyptians and the surrounding…
Having a Healthy Mindset About Social Media
Written by Abi Broda, Assistant Director When we hear about “digital wellness” most of the time it’s followed with a thought or statement about why we should all fear social media. Let’s be real though…it’s a big part of our lives now. It’s how we stay connected to friends and family all over the…
Prep Your Workspace
Written by Lina Ramirez, GSW We are just preparing for this semester and if you are anything like me, I bet you may already be feeling that bittersweet taste that comes along with every new semester. The summer is coming to an end and those post-summer blues are probably starting to kick in. At the…
Walking on Campus
Written by Samantha Leigh, Health Promotions Coordinator Amidst the pandemic, taking on a new form of physical activity became the norm. Some people took on various workout plans and for others, walking was plenty. Walking for some became an activity to keep them from staying in the house. For others, it became their outlet…
Asking your Professors for Help
Written by Olubunmi Fatoki MD, MHA, Graduate Student Worker “Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.” (Matthew 7:7 NKJV) Asking for help is an essential part of learning. Yet, we often fail to ask our professors and/or tutors for help because…
Why does everyone seem to have friends but me?
Written by Laura Frable, Wellness Coordinator They don’t. No matter where you are in your college career, know that everyone is still seeking their friends. You may feel alone because there are so many new faces. Guess what? It is okay to feel lonely but, PLEASE do not lock yourself in your dorm. Get involved….
Why You Need a Mentor & How to Get One
Written by Abi Broda, Assistant Director If you have followed our LinkedIn page, you saw our post about why you need a mentor and the impact they can have on your life. We wanted to expand on this topic – and help students understand what a mentor really is, what to look for in…
