Lynx Life Stories

The transition from summer into the school year can be tough. As the semester progresses, it’s important to establish and sustain a balance between work/school and your personal life, so Learning Hub Ambassadors are offering guidance!

Whether you’re new to CU Denver or returning, the ease back into school might take some time. Luckily, Student Transitions & Family Engagement is here to support students with some tips that can help you succeed this Fall semester!

Figuring out your major can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be! Academic advising is available to all students and can bring you several steps closer to your degree. Nayzeth Landa shares her story as an undergrad who started out undeclared.

Self-diagnosis occurs when we assert that we have a mental health condition without confirmation from a professional. There are pros and cons, but it’s important to remember that mental health and diagnosis are complex.

An unfortunate constant, grief can present itself in many different ways. However, there are ways to deal with loss to help yourself and those around you. Jessica Jaramillo writes about her experience with grief and shares tips on how to cope.

The Counseling Center’s Jessica Jaramillo dispels common myths related to suicide, shares signs that might indicate that someone is struggling, and offers guidance on how we can support loved ones and engage in tough conversations.

There’s no use in denying it: procrastination gets the best of us. Why do we do it? What is the solution? Jessica A. Jaramillo takes us through the possible causes of procrastination and how we can exercise this self-awareness.

As we close out the semester, some may wonder, "How do I interact with loved ones this holiday season when boundaries may not be an option?" The Counseling Center is here to offer advice and support!