Counselor's Corner
October 10, 2022
Mental Health Day: Since the pandemic our mental health has been effected tremendously whether you know it or not. You may be anxious about test coming up or depressed about something else, your mental health can take a toll on your body. Please reach out too us! We are here to help. Here are some helpful tips as well to help too. Do not hesitate to call or email!!
Department News
Feb 26, 2025
The following message was emailed to all UIS students about mental health resources that are available to them as we near midterms.
Hello Students,ā¦
Jan 27, 2025
For employee awareness, the following message from UIS Counseling and Health Services was sent to all students via email about their resources and servicesā¦
Dec 09, 2024
For faculty and staff awareness, the following email message was sent to all UIS students as the fall semester is coming to a close with final exams andā¦
Nov 26, 2024
Time management is essential for efficiency and success and balancing productivity and relaxation. Knowing when to focus and when to rest can make a hugeā¦
Nov 15, 2024
When people talk about college, they usually mention the fun partsāmaking new friends, attending events or starting fresh. However, for some people, there's aā¦
Oct 16, 2024
Dear Faculty and Staff ā
It is that time in the year when the number of people struggling with their mental health typically increases. Common themesā¦
Sep 12, 2024
The start of a new academic year is an exciting but sometimes overwhelming experience for new students, especially when it comes to finding yourself, gettingā¦
Jun 27, 2024
Dear UIS Students and Employees:
UIS is committed to maintaining a drug-free environment for its students and employees, in compliance with applicableā¦
Feb 12, 2024
One of the hardest transitions about college is getting used to the new normal of being on your own, sleeping well, cooking for yourself and exercising. Itāsā¦
Oct 10, 2023
As we approach mid-semester, the many responsibilities that our students are balancing may begin to feel overwhelming for them. They may be experiencing theā¦
Oct 09, 2023
As the weather gets colder and we engage in more indoor activities, our risk of illness increases, including cold, flu, RVS, COVID-19, and many otherā¦
Feb 02, 2022
College Days!!
It is time to begin a new year at UIS! For many of you it is returning to something that is very familiar and for some it is a newā¦
Feb 02, 2022
Some of the Best Years of Your Life
Have you heard the statement, āCollegeā¦the best years of your life?ā I agree. College can be fun and exciting. It is aā¦
Feb 02, 2022
Semester Blues
Many of you have started settling into the routine of classes.It is the time of the semester that first tests or papers are due.This is inā¦
Feb 02, 2022
How to Be Your Own Best Friend!
It is the beginning of a new semester and a new Year. Many of us may have made New Yearās resolutions or promises toā¦
Feb 02, 2022
Self-esteem: How to Get it and Keep it
Have you ever had family, friends or teachers say unpleasant things to you? Have you failed at something you haveā¦
Feb 02, 2022
You Deserve a Break Today!
A ābreakā can have several meanings, but the common themes are to have fun, relax, and be safe. Break time may take the form ofā¦
Feb 02, 2022
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
How many people are aware that April is Alcohol Awareness Month? I bet many of you are pondering this new bit ofā¦
Feb 02, 2022
Mindful Eating: Relax Already and Dig in!
Do you often find yourself eating more food than you intended, then berating and criticizing yourself for doingā¦
Feb 02, 2022
Depression
As a new college student you face many new challenges and pressures. You might be living on your own for the first time andā¦