Annette Bernsten Lantern Staff With COVID-19 cases on the rise again and seasonal depression well on its way, it is more important than ever that individuals are seeking the care they need, both physically and mentally. In a research study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in June of 2020, it… Continue reading Mental health is today’s priority
Jordan Plowman Multimedia Editor Hallie Mayes Butler Lantern From the sudden shutdown of school in the spring, adjustments have been made to proceed with in-person class. This includes living on campus and for many other Butler students, commuting to classes. So, what happens if a student is to contract this virus? The Butler Lantern took… Continue reading What do I do if have COVID? Who do I talk to?
Jordan Plowman Lantern Staff Walking to QuikTrip and back, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) walked for Mental Health Awareness Week on Friday, Oct. 4, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. The walk was a true test of the power of the few participants. Sophomore Kenyatta Nyirenda, vice president of the Alpha Phi Alpha chapter, said that he… Continue reading PTK walks in solidarity of emotions felt by many
Jordan Plowman Lantern Staff Have you ever pushed off homework because you felt like it was too much or dreaded going to work because you know you have an assignment due that night? By the Merriam- Webster definition, stress is the “physical, chemical or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be… Continue reading College aids in class-induced stress
Carlie Pracht Lantern Staff Vocabulary.com defines an ally as the following: “If you have an ally, you have someone who is on your side, like a more experienced teammate who is your ally in convincing the coach to give you more playing time. Ally comes from the Latin word alligare, meaning “to bind to,” like… Continue reading New organization aims to provide inclusive, accepting environment
Rachel McClurg Editor-in-Chief Though they have not yet been implemented, there are some new Title IX regulations that are being proposed. Title IX is a federal law that states, “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to… Continue reading Controversial changes to Title IX proposed with goals of transparency, consistency
Ashton Hittle Lantern Staff There are many different issues one may deal with when they become a college student. I feel that I have dealt with all of them at one point or another, but it has never been to the point where I need to see someone for help. Most college students are going… Continue reading One is better than none
Rachel McClurg Editor-in-Chief For some, college can bring on depression and anxiety. The depression that college students experience can become worse as the seasons change as well. “There is a type of depression that is seasonal and appears to increase in the fall possibly due to lack of sunlight,” Counselor Nancy Hamm said. “Sunlight helps… Continue reading Mental health help available to students
