As conversations regarding mental health have risen in relevance, the push for people to go to therapy has too. With outspoken celebrities and politicians, a modern, positive narrative about going to seek treatment, one of acceptance, appeared.
Arguments against seeking...
In his new book, “How Not to Kill Yourself: Portrait of the Suicidal Mind,” UMKC philosophy professor Clancy Martin addresses suicide with realness and even humor.
The Kansas City Plaza Library hosted Martin on March 23 to promote his most recent work, which came...
After COVID-19 made waves in March 2020, we were forced to adhere to the new normal. Mandatory masks and social distancing have become a part of our everyday lives.
While the physical aspect of the coronavirus has been covered thoroughly, the aspect of the mental and...
A UMKC program called Roos for Mental Health is trying to raise awareness around campus about mental health stigma and self care.
Chancellor Agrawal started the program in conjunction with the University’s Counseling Services and Disability Services back in 2019....
“My main priority is student success,” Mauli Agrawal said.
Coming from the UMKC chancellor, these words were not a surprise. In a press conference with U-News last week, Agrawal gave updates on several of his projects and plans for the university, all in the hopes...
