Editor’s note: Because of staffing issues early in the fall 2022 semester, several stories that were completed in a timely fashion were unfortunately not published when they should have been. Because Pointer staff members still feel them to be important for-the-record stories, we are publishing them as we can without shifting their focus from the time period in which they ... Read More »
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Counseling Center Sees Spike in Need For Services Which Causes Waitlist
The University Counseling Center has seen the necessity for counseling rise which is causing a waitlist to grow longer. Dr. Stacy Gerken, Director of the UW-Stevens Point Counseling and Testing Center, said the reason for the waitlist is a constant tension between quality and quantity. “We want to reach as many students as we can, but we want to give ... Read More »
Mental Exercise Just as Important as Physical Exercise
The Health Services Center and Counseling Center work coherently to provide for student needs. Healthy mental habits need to be created and followed on a daily basis. Jen Sorenson, Physicians Assistant Director for Student Health Services, said, “Office visits for mental illnesses have increased from 12 to 18 percent in the last year.” Changes in lifestyle, taking college level courses, ... Read More »