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College students face shortage of counseling services

College students face shortage of counseling services

Ania Boutin, Staff Writer April 11, 2024

Murray State looks to meet the growing need for mental health support with training programs for faculty and staff.  Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)...

National Stress Awareness month is an opportunity to focus on ways to handle stress. (Shann Riley/ The News)

Report shows student stress level hike

Jill Smith, Assistant News Editor April 13, 2023

As the Counseling Center notices more students reporting they are stressed, University organizations and leaders are working to ensure students know how...

The 23rd annual Murray Shakespeare Festival features a performance of 'Hamlet' and several other events exploring the writing of William Shakespeare. (Photo courtesy of @murraystateenglish on Instagram)

Shakespeare Festival seeks to engage community

Ava Chuppe, Senior Writer February 23, 2023

Following a two-year hiatus during COVID-19, the Department of English and Philosophy will hold its annual Shakespeare Festival on March 9–10, The...

The Counseling Center is located in Room C104 of the Oakley Applied Science Building

Counseling Center to teach free mental health courses

Ava Chuppe, Staff Writer September 9, 2022

Starting this semester, the Counseling Center will switch from guest speakers to University personnel in its free Mental Health First Aid courses. The...

Racers Empower hosted pet therapy in Alexander Hall as a way to help students to de-stress. (Photo courtesy of Racers Empower)

Campus groups recognize mental health crisis, spread awareness

November 11, 2021

Throughout the pandemic an emphasis has been made on campus mental health Jill Smith Staff Writer [email protected] On-campus groups shine...

Students and professors have had to adjust to both in-person and Zoom classes because of the pandemic. (Olivia Underwood/The News)

Community discusses struggles with mental health

March 11, 2021

Edie Greenberg Contributing Writer [email protected] Students and professors are stressed out and searching for ways to relax, especially...

The University is offering a virtual pandemic support group for students on Thursdays. (McKenna Dosier/The News)

Counseling Center provides pandemic support group

February 17, 2021

Olivia Badalamenti Contributing Writer [email protected] The Counseling Center is now offering a free and virtual support group focused...

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