By Remember that sweet first week energy? The one fueled by fresh notebooks, new friends, and the illusion of unlimited time? Yeah, it’s gone. Now it’s coffee, quizzes, and calendars that groan louder than we do.
Campus is over a month into the start of the 2025-2026 school year, and we are already into full swing.
Whether it’s academics, sports, or simply having to act like an adult and plan everyday things – such as what’s for dinner – students already have a jam-packed schedule.
It’s important during a time that feels like you’re traveling 100 miles an hour with no brakes to pause, slow down, and take time to reflect on your days.
September was Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, which is a key part of the broader mental health conversation. When students don’t take time for themselves, they risk their mental health.
Fortunately, Carroll College strives to give the necessary support to students. One recent event was the NAMIWalk 2025, where Carroll students and the community came together to promote mental health. You can read more about it here.
Besides events like this, Carroll College also has its own resources for students and faculty. The Wellness Center provides many options for students, such as mental health counseling, mental health crisis appointments, and the Uwill service.
However, sometimes services like this are not what you are looking for, or maybe you just want something more lowkey.
Carroll College hosts multiple events every week that are marketed through email or around campus through posters. Events like this are great ways to spend time with friends or to make new friends. These events range from free movie or bowling night, paint a pot, and many more.
Sometimes, spending time around those who mean the most to you is exactly what you need for your mental health.
As the semester moves forward, it’s easy to get caught up in the constant rush of assignments, practices, and responsibilities. But taking time to care for yourself, whether that means reaching out for support, attending campus events, or simply spending an evening with friends, can make all the difference.
Mental health is not something to push to the side. It’s essential to thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Carroll College’s resources and community events are here to remind students that they don’t have to navigate the pressures of college life alone.
As the year continues, I wish you all the best and hope you take the time for yourselves. Slowing down, even just for a moment, can be the first step toward building a healthier, more balanced semester.
