Mental Health in College Athletes
About a month ago, I would have had my collegiate senior game. A day that I had been both dreading and anticipating ever since I started playing my sport. It is a day to honor student-athletes that...
View ArticleHelp Others, Feel Connected: Why I Interned at Active Minds
Since I started my internship at Active Minds, I’ve been asked by family and friends why I picked Active Minds. The short answer: I want to help others who suffer and feel alone like I did. Let me...
View ArticleI’m no longer alone
Some life experiences are difficult to handle alone. That’s why there’s Active Minds. Students like Vanessa who are dealing with so much can find the resources and support to see them through tough...
View ArticleRiot or Be Quiet?
2014 Black Lives Matter Protest Washington D.C It’s not often you’re presented with an opportunity to do something you care about, but the moment you are- run towards it. When I saw the advertisement...
View ArticleLife after Active Minds: 5 ways to continue your mental health advocacy after...
This post is the first in a two-part series on life after Active Minds. Have you wondered how you can continue to advocate for mental health awareness and suicide prevention post-graduation, even if...
View ArticleIn Memory of Amy Bleuel, Founder of Project Semicolon
The Active Minds community is so saddened to hear of Amy Bleuel’s death. Four years ago, Amy, the founder of Project Semicolon, posted a note on social media encouraging anyone who is depressed,...
View ArticleGraduation Advice from the Speakers Bureau
Graduation is right around the corner and we could not be more proud of everything you all have accomplished this year. Taking that next big step can be scary, so we asked the Speakers Bureau to share...
View Article3 Action Steps For May
Go ahead and make these small changes — you could see a big difference! These three action steps will benefit you AND those around you. This is a great time to try them out and celebrate yourself,...
View ArticleNovember Chapter of the Month: Ithaca College
A big congratulations to Ithaca College, our Chapter of the Month for November. All of us at the Active Minds National Office are beyond impressed by your efforts and are proud to be able to share your...
View ArticleHannah’s Story
Hannah Metzger joined Active Minds as a freshman and served as chapter president at West Chester University (PA) for two years. Over the summer, we had the privilege of hosting Hannah as an intern at...
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