April is Earth Month. You’re probably familiar with the term sustainability when it comes to environmental impact of reusable versus disposable products, transportation choices, and energy use. But what about food choices? With over seven billion people living, breathing, and eating on planet Earth, our daily food choices can add up to a big environmental…
Dr. Chris Corbett, Director of Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS), recently spent some time talking with Simran Kaur Malhotra, host of The Athens Frontline, a podcast from The Red & Black dedicated to the discussion of health topics, tips, and news. Listen in on their conversation about how the pandemic has affected the mental health…
It’s National Nutrition Month, and what better time to meet students on campus who are passionate about nutrition?
Did you know February is Heart Health Month? It’s a good time to highlight the importance of diet on heart health. While cardiovascular disease is something that typically affects older people, as college students it’s important to integrate heart healthy eating into your life now to set a foundation for a healthy life. While changing…
Being away from home can be difficult. You may feel as though you’re missing out on things, you may be lonely, or you may not feel comfortable in your new home yet. Whether it is your first year at UGA or you’re a senior, homesickness can impact you no matter how long you’ve been away from home. What is homesickness? Homesickness is defined by Merriam-Webster…
It’s the first week of classes. You have a bright new schedule, a fresh, untouched gradebook, and some new bus routes to get used to. Finals week was a blur, and however it went, you’re past it now- it’s spring 2022! You promised yourself each week leading up to this month that you wouldn’t be…
Eating healthy on a budget can be hard for anyone, but it’s especially hard for college students who are new to cooking and preparing meals for themselves. Eating healthy during college doesn’t have to be hard or expensive, and it will get easier with experience. The following tips can help when trying to grocery shop…
Spring Semester is here! Whether you are just beginning at the University of Georgia or are coming back to campus for another semester, there are many ways University Transitions encourages you to get engaged and involved to make the most of your spring semester! Attend a #WelcomeUGA Event Welcome UGA is a campus effort to…
Plans Matter. If using a rideshare: Check color, make and model of vehicle. Confirm license plate. Ask the driver to verify your name. Stay together as a group. Make sure cell phones are charged. Going to be a Designated Driver? If you plan to be a designated driver, your safety and the safety of those…
It’s hard to believe that the fall semester is coming to an end soon. For many, this may mean we are getting closer to a break from classes, visits with family and friends, and more time to relax. For some students, the time between fall and spring semester can be more stressful. Some students may…
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