Archive for: Health
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Betrayed by lifestyle
The subject is nothing new, its severity is no secret and its prevalence increases: eating disorders are a theme of American culture. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD), 24 million Americans... read more »
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CU students choose different health care options
Though CU works to offer affordable health care plans to its students, many are choosing different options. CU requires its students to either select or waive its student health care plan, according to Wardenburg’s website. If students decide... read more »
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CU screens students for anxiety and depression
CU’s Counseling and Psychological officials said they are hoping to help students, and promote depression and anxiety awareness through free screenings. On Tuesday and Thursday in the UMC and on Thursday at William’s Village, Counseling... read more »
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CU investigating allegations of potential hazing
CU is investigating whether certain CU sororities and fraternities may have been involved in a hazing incident. Last week, some RAs came forward with knowledge of some suspicious activity that went on in a residence hall on campus. It is unknown... read more »
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CU students and officials uncertain about e-cigarettes
E-cigarettes have the potential to help users quit smoking, but Wardenburg community health worker Anne Schuster warns that they still contain addictive nicotine. The FDA is also investigating the product. (CU Independent illustration/ Kelly... read more »
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CU students and Adderall: Good use or abuse?
Adderall has become an increasingly popular study-aid at CU and colleges nationwide. (CU Independent photo illustration/Patrick Ghidossi) Adderall has become a popular tool for students in college settings, who often take the stimulant drug... read more »
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CU students face the struggle of body image
Body image is a major concern among students. (CU Independent illustration/Kelly Kaoudis)The CU community is talking about what body image means to students. Danielle Slusher, a 22-year-old junior communication major, said body image is something... read more »
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Speak Out: Stitching awareness with the AIDS Memorial Quilt
The AIDS Quilts can be seen laid out on the Norlin Quad this week. The AIDS Quilt's purpose is to remember those who were lost due to AIDS and help spread awareness about HIV. (CU Independent/Alison Bergh) The opinions represented in this article... read more »
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Humane League petitions for cage-free eggs at CU
(CU Independent photo illustration/Sara Fossum)Many students are receiving an e-mail from CageFreeBoulder.com about a petition aimed at eliminating eggs from caged chickens in the dining halls. According to the e-mail, Dining Services buys eggs... read more »
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Smoke drives students to Wardenburg
A small number of students have been seeking care at Wardenburg due to smoke from the Fourmile Canyon fire, according to Dr. Donald Misch, assistant vice chancellor for health and wellness and director of Wardenburg Health Center. “Maybe as... read more »
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Remembering CU student Grant Munski
Grant Munski was preparing to graduate this May with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in printmaking. When the 23-year-old took his own life the weekend of April 20, the CU community was left stunned, especially those in the art department who knew Munski... read more »
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Plans for CU baseball not in the immediate future
The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. With Colorado Rockies baseball bringing perpetual heartbreak, it would be nice to have some college alternatives. But... read more »
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Distance runners dominate Payton Jordan Invitational
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Men’s golf takes eighth at Pac-12 Tournament