As graduating seniors prepare to cross the stage this spring, the mood on campus is one of pride and reflection. While academic achievements are traditionally at the forefront of commencement, many students say their proudest …
Mental Health
Feeling SAD? Don’t feel bad. Beat the winter blues!
If you’ve ever felt sluggish, unmotivated, or just “off” during the winter months, you’re not alone. The shift in seasons may bring the “winter blues” or a more significant seasonal shift in mood known as …
UHS Open House Success: Students Contribute Everlasting Art
On January 30th from 5 – 7 PM, UHS hosted an Open House event. It was a hit, with students participating in fun activities while also learning about the health services available on campus. During …
Find Connection and Support This Semester with Badger Recovery and UHS Group Counseling
You chose your class schedule for this semester—but have you scheduled time for connection and support? The start of the semester is a good opportunity to look ahead to how you may support yourself through …
Managing emotions during a time of transition
Transitions in any aspect of life, whether it’s a political shift, a change of major, adjusting to new professors and schedules, or starting a new internship or job, can be challenging to manage. As with …
UHS celebrates men’s mental health month
Men’s Mental Health Month is dedicated to raising awareness, offering support, and dismantling harmful stigmas surrounding men’s mental wellbeing. Throughout the month of November, UHS Mental Health Services will host two events open to all …
Navigating sociopolitical stress as a student at UW-Madison
In 2020, the American Psychological Association published a survey showing that more than two-thirds of U.S. adults experienced a significant amount of stress ahead of the U.S. presidential election. UHS Mental Health Services recognizes that …
Reflecting on Hope and Action During Suicide Prevention Month
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. This year’s theme, “Creating Hope Through Action,” calls us to increase our awareness of suicide, challenge stigma, and take action to support mental health on campus. Taking action to …
Togetherall brings 24/7 peer support to UW-Madison students
UW-Madison’s University Health Services (UHS) and Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well) have partnered with Togetherall to provide an online, anonymous peer-support tool available for free to students.
Supporting Survivors of Suicide Loss
Losing someone to suicide creates a unique kind of grief