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UNH community reflects on increase of mental health problems

Resources made available for students remaining on campus over winter break

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) ended its in-person classes on Nov. 20 and made the switch to remote learning for the remainder of the semester. Several UNH services plan to continue supporting students on and off campus over the winter break that lasts from Monday, Nov. 23 until Friday, Jan. 29.  

Food Pantry accessible to all UNH students to open on campus

Being a “broke college student” is a well-known joke and a rite of passage for those in higher education, but the reality is many students struggle every day to meet their basic nutrition needs.  

UNH loses member of community, Vincenzo Lirosi

A missing person alert reached UNH community members Saturday at 6:18 p.m. It was quickly followed by an email at 6:25 p.m., looking for student Vincenzo Lirosi, 22, of Massachusetts. A second email from President James Dean came in on Sunday around 6:14 p.m. bearing the tragic news that Lirosi’s body was found in the wooded area off Coe Drive that afternoon.  

On the spot: Student Body President Sophia Spina

Fostering a welcoming environment, building relationships and improving mental health services are just some of the goals of the University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) Student Body President, Sophia Spina.  

SHARPP educates students during sexual assault awareness month

April is National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month, and at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), the Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Program (SHARPP) is working to educate students. 

UNH students reflect on National Kindness Day

[DURHAM]— Feb. 17 was National Kindness Day, making this past week an opportunity for people to spread kindness. I decided to go out of my way to spread kindness to those around me and encouraged my friends and peers at The University of New Hampshire (UNH) to do the same.  

UNH Paul alumnus creates mental health app

(DURHAM, NH) -- Struggles with mental health, alcohol and drug abuse have taken over the lives of people every day; even in a small town like Durham, NH. However, there are some people who are willing to change the stigma around serious struggles and give an outlet for those who need it most.  

UNH faculty member appointed as NSA

A University of New Hampshire (UNH) faculty member, Jake Sullivan, was appointed as national security advisor for President-elect Joe Biden. 

Mental health resources available for election stress

Mental Health and the Elections 

UNH Police Department introduces safety resources

The University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) Police Department emailed students alerting them to multiple safety resources for students and community members.

OPINION: First-year student describes quarantine experience

I’ve spent the first two weeks of my freshman year in quarantine. I spent a couple months and a 1,050-mile car ride anticipating these first few days of college, thinking of who I would meet and the new memories I would make.  

UNH aims to support mental health of students

Over the summer the University of New Hampshire (UNH) announced their fall semester public health campaign #unhtogether. This campaign offers guidelines for the university community to help one another remain safe and healthy during the coronavirus (COVID-19). While public health and safety during a global pandemic is of extreme importance, the campaign is emphasizing the additional significance of mental health and wellbeing.  

Importance of self-care during times of social distancing

Many college students, especially those with a mental illness, are finding the adjustment to social distancing or quarantine conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic difficult. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), factors like financial instability, stress, and limited contact with friends can affect physical and mental health. 

WellTrack – A resource for the UNH community struggling with stress, anxiety or depression

The University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) Psychological and Counseling Services (PACS), in correspondence with Health and Wellness, released a new tool for people in the UNH community who suffer from moderate depression, stress, and anxiety. During this uncertain time, many are experiencing at least one of these mental health struggles, and WellTrack helps monitor and teach users management techniques. 

PACS remains open with continuity services

Despite the University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) decision to put classes online for the remainder of the semester, Psychological and Counseling Services (PACS) has remained open. Its hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and it will stay open for the remainder of the semester. While it has been a time of transition, this week PACS rolled out two new services to help reach students in need – telehealth counseling and WellTrack.  

UNH searches for new chief diversity officer

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) has begun the search for a new chief diversity officer (CDO). A search committee of students and faculty has been tasked with filling the position. The hope is to have the new CDO in place by the start of classes in the fall. Dr. Wanda S. Mitchell served as UNH’s first chief diversity officer before passing away in 2017. 

Senate talks Title IX, confirms Interim Speaker Guyer

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) Student Senate, aided by members of UNH administration, led a discussion on internal Title IX reform and confirmed Devon Guyer as their interim speaker on Sunday, March 1. The Senate’s actions come as it strives to institute reform and a new path forward following investigations into accusations of political and sexual misconduct and harassment against multiple former and current members by its former speaker and parliamentarian. 

Eating Concerns Awareness Week at UNH

A Health & Wellness peer education group called Eating Concerns Mentors raised awareness about eating concerns across campus during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, which took place from Feb. 24 to March 1.  

State Senate proposes bill on sexual assault on college campuses

The New Hampshire State Senate recently introduced SB679: relative to policies on sexual assault in higher education institutions, a 14-page bill that would establish requirements for colleges and universities related to sexual violence. SB679 was discussed in a panel hosted by the University of New Hampshire (UNH) Students of Social Work (SOSW) and the Sexual Harassment and Rape Prevention Program (SHARPP) in the Memorial Union Building on Monday.