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Growing mental health struggles among college students should raise alarm bells
Mental health has been a growing issue in many parts of our communities. Covid-19 has only exacerbated the growing mental health epidemic. Now more than ever college students are facing uncertainties that have left many struggling.
Influencers are people too
Aliyah Holness, 19, began her journey in the social media world at the early age of 12. For seven years, Holness has centered her channel around lifestyle and entertainment. However, she has been transparent about many other topics, both good and bad. With discussion of mental health becoming more normalized in our society, Holness has been able to open up about her own mental state on the internet to a world of subscribers.


Maintaining your well-being
Dr. Mari Ross always dreamt of working in administration at Charlotte. Finally, after working at Tennessee State and NC Central University she was given the opportunity (in the middle of a pandemic) to be Charlotte's newest Vice Chancellor of Health and Well-being. She embarked on this new role in August of 2021. With a year of experience under her belt, Dr. Ross offers an insightful perspective on the responsibilities of the Center for Psychological services and other campus resources.