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Letter to the editor: UHS prioritizes mental health

The mental health and well-being of our campus community is a top priority of University Health Services (UHS). We are continuously working to improve access to the services students need.

Marilyn Townsend, Jill Karofsky vie for Dane County judge seat

Both candidates vying for a Dane County judge seat have said they will spend the two-year term serving individuals who are disadvantaged in the justice system, each insisting that their background prepares them best for the job.

Access to mental health services varies by students' degree

Because she was nearing the university’s limit on counseling sessions, Ella Strei chose to stop using University Health Services for mental health care. Out of therapy for more than five months, Strei said this gap in care led to what she called “nightmare” withdrawals after her prescription ended.

UW-Madison junior Ella Strei stopped going to UHS for mental health care because of the university's cap for one-on-one counseling sessions.

Finding school-life balance remains vital

One of the biggest things college kids have to adjust to is the need for more effective time management skills. Without having their parents around, students have to learn to find the balance between doing school work, going to class, running errands, eating healthy, sleeping enough, socializing, exercising and participating in hobbies. Nobody is there to take care of you anymore or tell you do to your homework. Nobody cleans after you or makes you food, something most of us are used to our parents doing for us back home. It is important to strike this perfect balance between everything in your life, while adding frequent breaks to do the things you love or just take time for yourself.

‘Balancing act’: inclusivity in sexual assault prevention remains illusive

Although the statistical majority of perpetrators are men, anyone can be a survivor of sexual assault. On campus, addressing survivors holding identities other than straight women is complex.

As transgender students’ mental health services expand, obstacles in care remain

EDITOR'S NOTE:  This piece was published March 9 without editors or management knowing the writer allowed administration from the LGBT Campus Center to edit and revise the piece. The Daily Cardinal regrets this error, as it is against our policy to allow outside organizations or sources to read pieces prior to publication. After learning of the writer's actions, the piece has been removed from the website and a correction will be published in Monday's paper. Further questions can be directed to editor@dailycardinal.com.

Trump’s responses to criticism from SNL show his immaturity

Live from New York, it’s Saturday night! This is a catchphrase that has enthralled viewers across the country who tune into the most popular weekly live comedy show for decades and decades. Saturday Night Live has been cracking jokes since 1975 and for all of its 42 seasons this has comedically criticized and commented on the current political scene.

UW students, staff encourage practice of mindfulness to reduce stress, anxiety

Mindfulness is an up-and-coming health and wellness technique focused on reducing stress and anxiety. But what exactly does it mean to be mindful, and does it actually work?

Madison police target demand side of heroin epidemic in upcoming program

In addressing the county’s swelling heroin epidemic, Madison police are looking to economics.

Teach for America will bring positive changes to classrooms

After graduation, where will you be? 

Walker’s budget looks to restore previous education cuts, strengthen K-12

After weeks of releasing bits and piece of his executive budget while traveling throughout Wisconsin, Gov. Scott Walker laid out the finite details of his 2017-’19 budget proposal at the Capitol Wednesday, championing education as the state’s top priority.

Writer, activist identifies unity in differences

“Identity” takes on a different meaning from person to person. Wisconsin Union Directorate welcomed renowned writer, lecturer and activist Andrew Solomon to speak on this topic and its roots as part of the Distinguished Lecture Series Wednesday.

Student’s clothing line aims to inspire ‘resistance,’ discomfort

Shirts emblazoned with the phrase “All white people are racist” raised questions last semester. This is what Eneale Pickett wanted with his clothing line, and he is starting conversations again with a new line of apparel.

New UWPD Chief hopes to repair connection between police, campus community

Before being sworn in as the newest leader of the UW-Madison Police Department, Chief Kristen Roman sat down with The Daily Cardinal to discuss the most prevalent issues on campus, including campus carry legislation, undocumented students and sexual assault, among other issues.

?Student-activists doubt university efforts on diversity, inclusion

After delivering stories and exhortations in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day to a room filled with diversity, student activists laid out the challenges of change-making as people of color on campus, deeming the university's approach laissez-faire and in need of change.

Transgender students share their experiences, fears on campus

The Daily Cardinal hosted this event.

Madison public schools seek additional funding in referendum

Each week, The Daily Cardinal will be taking a look at down-ballot races throughout the state. This week, we look at a school referendum in Madison which will determine funding in the city’s public schools.

UHS confirms new hires to serve underrepresented students

University Health Services has hired three new mental health professionals prepared to support underrepresented student groups, including one specifically for students of color, who began their positions Tuesday.