For the average student, college is stressful enough, having to take several classes, engage in extracurriculars and organizations, and some having part-time jobs to support themselves. But step into the life of a student who comes from an immigrant family, and college becomes just one stressor in their wheelhouse of many, as they navigate the increasing presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in their communities. These worries come from the growing nu

Depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and more can all be a result of college students' mental health plummeting. More than 60% of college attendees met the criteria for at least one mental health problem, according to a study. Students may not have the chance to look into resources that help them, and don't want to waste their time with something like that, especially when they have a job, school work, and other personal needs that need to be met. Many can get a start and a

Graphic courtesy of https://www.lgbtqandall.com/trauma-responses-part-3-freeze-response/. College students having mental health issues do not always get the help they need. They tend to get scared or freeze up when talking about it with someone. No matter what the age, people should be open to talking about this topic because it will benefit them. Dylan Colussi is a sophomore here at Oakland University. He knows about the stress that college and becoming an adult can bring. B

Lillian Frias attacks at the net against Northern Kentucky at the OU Credit Union O’rena. (Photo courtesy of Ceejee Round, used with permission.) The gym is filled with noise, but for one Oakland University volleyball player, the loudest sound isn't the fans or the whistle blowing, it's her own mind. Moments before warmups, she stands still, trying to settle her thoughts. To her teammates, she looks focused and ready, making jokes and laughing with her teammates who are also

Sports are notoriously known for bringing people together and fostering a sense of community for both the viewers and athletes. But there is a side to athletics that is just behind the curtain, waiting for someone to pull it back. According to Within Health, an astounding 84% of college athletes have engaged in disordered patterns of eating or weight control behaviors. Graphic by Bridget Clerkin. Courtesy of Within Health. The countless meals spent alone to hide unhealthy eat