Active Minds at Kalamazoo College

09/22/2020

06/14/2020

Congratulations to all the 2020 graduates!!

10/24/2019

What: Active Minds week 6 meeting
When: TONIGHT 8pm
Where: library room 308
Why: free popcorn, food conversation, and FUN event planning!

Thank you so much to those who came to our first Active Minds meeting! We had a great turn out and a very productive discussion about ideas for the quarter and year!
We have another meeting tonight at 8 in room 308 of the library. Come snack on some yummy popcorn and help plan for events this quarter!!

See y’all there ❤️

06/03/2019

Tenth Week is here! Come de-stress with us all week!

05/16/2019

Remember to take care of yourself throughout the next few weeks! You can do it!

05/14/2019

Feeling depressed? Read this article to learn about treatment options.

Have you or a loved one been feeling down and haven’t been able to shake it off? Have you noticed a recent decrease or increase in the amount of sleep you get or food you eat? Do you have feelings …

05/03/2019

Interested in learning about post-traumatic stress disorder and hear stories about those who experience it? Come to Arcus at 9:40 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8 to support those sharing their stories and learn more about PTSD!

04/17/2019

“A semicolon is used when an author could've chosen to end their sentence, but chose not to. The author is you and the sentence is your life" ~ Amy Bleuel ***deprevention

04/02/2019

Welcome back to K for spring quarter! Whether it’s your first spring or your last spring or anywhere in between, we wish you the best of luck for the quarter and lots of sunshine! Be on the lookout for fundraising and events this quarter!

03/12/2019

Stressed out because it's 10th week? Come Join Active Minds and the Counseling center to make self-soothe kits and paint tomorrow for 6-8 PM! There will be make-your-own play dough, glitter bottles, and essential oil rollers!

We are having a special guest—Kristin Fiore—who is a yoga instructor at Down Dog Yoga Center. She is graciously volunteering her time to hold a yoga session from 6-7 pm. Please bring your own towel or yoga mat if you have one!

03/09/2019

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03/09/2019

10th week is coming! Join us for some de-stress activities, including therapy dogs!

02/27/2019

Come to the Dance Healing & Meditation event happening at 4! Hicks Banquet Hall West — come and go as needed!

02/26/2019

Give this a watch for week!

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02/23/2019

How to Talk to Your Professors About Your Mental Health Active Minds ShareTweet+1Share This post is presented in collaboration with Active Minds, the national organization dedicated to empowering students to speak openly about mental health. Feb 19, 2019- As I was getting ready to leave for college,...

02/13/2019

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01/31/2019

Have you ever tried journaling? Did it work for you?

Journaling can help someone with mental illness track their symptoms, understand their triggers and see patterns of behavior. Here's how to approach journaling in an effective way.

01/08/2019

Welcome back, Hornets! We hope you had a relaxing and fun winter break. Happy first day of winter quarter — hope it went okay!

Be on the lookout for information about events, a general meeting, and fundraising this quarter!

11/18/2018

Time for a super fun Zoo After Dark DeStress Fest with Active Minds and OSI! Come to the Hicks Dining Hall between 9:30 p.m. and midnight tonight for coloring, painting, games, crafts, food, and more!

11/15/2018

Today’s the day you’ve been waiting for! Come pet the doggies any time between 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Also, you can color and experience the dogs in the virtual reality lab— Happy tenth week! @ Kalamazoo College

11/15/2018

11/14/2018

Come to the Wind Down Wednesday in the Hicks Lower Atrium from 6-8 p.m. for coloring, painting, a puzzle, and 5-senses grounding destress kits. Take a break from your stress and have some fun with the Counseling Center and Active Minds!

11/09/2018

Keep this in mind as you finish up the quarter! Good luck!
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10/18/2018

Join Active Minds for our first general meeting TONIGHT at 7 p.m. in the library (room 306) for apple cider and donut holes. You’ll learn about the events for the year and can sign up to help out. You can also let us know what you want to see on campus this year!

10/10/2018

09/14/2018

I share my story because maybe it could help you or a friend feel not so alone. I share my story to reduce the stigma and shame surrounding su***de and mental illness. I share my story because it gives me closure to that time in my life. I share my story because my voice is my power.

As you know, September is su***de prevention month. Several years ago I attempted su***de. Ironically, the next morning I went to 9th grade health class and learned about su***de prevention/warning signs. A few months later, I realized I could trust that teacher and went to tell her about my previous attempt. She helped me get help and put me in touch with the right people. She supported me from then on. I just had to ask for help.

Ever since then, I have strived to teach myself about mental illness and more recently, to teach others. Learning about mental illness is one way to help reduce the stigma. This is why Active Minds is my passion & maybe my life purpose. ~mc

Take the first step and reach out. Call or text “hello” to 741741 (). Reach out to me or reach out to the counseling center. We are here for you. ***depreventionweek

09/09/2018

It’s su***de prevention week — here are some su***de warning signs to know.

09/09/2018

School starts in a couple days! We hope you’ve been taking care of yourself this summer and continue to this year. Good luck this fall, K College Stigma Fighters! Remember that your health is your priority.

08/23/2018

08/22/2018

Hi K College Stigma Fighters! I got a bunch of exciting things in the mail today from Active Minds and I can’t wait to share them with you this year! Come to our events and check us out at K Fest this fall to pick up some awesome Active Minds gear!