I don’t know why I’m like this, maybe it’s my science background, but I’m a skeptic through and through.  I don’t buy into fads, schemes, or sales techniques, no matter how f[...]

by Jen Gonzales, Director, Student Life and Brandon Smith, Coordinator, Residence Life and Education and members of the RoadToCACUSS steering committee. Two years ago, 6 Student Af[...]

Every year, summer represents something of an invisible cliff, and for its three or so months, my fitness falls at a fast pace. I work in the wonderful world of orientation, so des[...]

When my birthday came around in August, I was determined to rededicate myself to the gym. Looking back on the past 8 months, I think I’ve done well. Typically, I go to classes like[...]

I remember it like it was yesterday. Freshmen year of college. People talk a lot about the Freshmen 15. Maybe it does exist. It didn’t happen to me, but I came very close to it. I [...]

I entered my first Student Life professional position knowing that I would have trouble taking care of myself. Prior to attaining my position, my graduate program mentor said she f[...]

Being a student affairs professional doesn’t give you much time to balance the ol’ wellness wheel (even though we are trying to teach our students to do just that). SA Pros work lo[...]

Res lifers will understand when I say that working in higher education can be taxing. We did not come into our positions seeking a six-figure salary or excess vacation time. WeR[...]

Today I write to you from my trusty stand-up desk amidst the warm glow of my Himalayan Salt Lamp. I now find myself at a place of balance. I have the energy and confidence to walk [...]

It’s been about a month since 2017 started and I’ve still got resolutions on the mind. Those resolutions can be hard to keep, but a lot of them are about getting fit or[...]