Mental health remains a sensitive subject in many Latino households, where therapy is often perceived as a sign of weakness. Deeply rooted cultural, religious and economic factors can make it difficult for Latino students — like those at Trinity — to access the support they need while navigating college life.
The uncertainty surrounding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has created mental health challenges for several Trinity students who rely on federal aid to fund their education.
A 2016 study by the National Library of Medicine found that 94% of students experienced homesickness during the initial days of their college experience.
When Amelia Tolentino prepared for her freshman year living in the dorms at Trinity Washington University, she never imagined the wave of homesickness that would wash over her once her family left campus after moving her in.
Mental health professionals advise college students to buy small indoor plants for their home or dorm room, noting it’s a low risk, high reward approach to boosting a person’s health.
The transition to college life, with its academic pressures, financial stressors, social expectations, and newfound independence can be contributing factors to increased mental health struggles.
Having June designated as Pride month provided several members of Trinity Washington University’s LGBTQ+ community with a moment of self-love while living in a world that still often makes them feel marginalized.
Part five of a six-part series on social activists and influencers.
In treating gun violence as a public health crisis, Trinity Washington University officials have been encouraging students to involve themselves in the growing student gun-control activism in the U.S.
Nearly 4% of children under 18 in Western countries lose a parent or caretaker every year, placing them at significant risk of developing physical and mental health problems as they grow into adults.