Emergency preparedness month is a time to prepare for unexpected disasters and emergencies and raise awareness about taking safety precautions in everyday life. Every September, individuals around the nation openly discuss ways to be ready to act in the event of any emergency or disaster.
Topic: Wellness
TikTok, body image, and eating concerns
While social media has made paved its way into our lives for good, new apps with new ways of connecting are popping up all the time. The latest and most widely used is TikTok with over 2.6 BILLION downloads.
Like all social media apps- TikTok has its own set of pros and cons that contribute to users, body image and eating habits. While the app has proven for great entertainment and even a source of knowledge, the randomness of the app’s For You Page provides an outlet to unsolicited harmful content to those struggling with negative body image and eating disorders
Celebrating National Recovery Month
Happy National Recovery Month, ISU! Recovery for Redbirds celebrates recovery not just this month, but every day.
A Day in the Life: Dining experience delights Redbirds
Whether studying over breakfast, meeting classmates for lunch, or reconnecting with friends at dinner, the University’s dining centers are an integral part of daily ISU life.
In today’s media-driven world, college students are bombarded with stereotypes
In today’s media-driven world, college students are bombarded with stereotypes of the “perfect” body style, and as such it can be difficult to foster a healthy self-image.
Share your #RedbirdsTogether vaccine story
Illinois State University wants to hear from our students, faculty, and staff about why it is important to get the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month events
Health Promotion and Wellness, the Student Wellness Ambassador Team (SWAT), and Students Ending Rape Culture (SERC) hosted various events throughout April in order to educate others about consent, boundaries, and other related topics in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Resources for taking care of your mental health during nursing school
From classes to clinicals, the life of a nursing student is a constant balancing act. Taking care of your mental health is essential to balancing it all. It will help you become a better nurse, too.
How Illinois State celebrated National Collegiate Recovery Day
Luke picked up a rock, rolled it around in his hand, and laid it down under a tree on the Quad.
Social media effects on body image and eating disorders
Viewing body positive content on social media platforms can help individuals become more accepting and appreciative of their bodies.