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Health & Wellness

Read our news, opinion, and advice stories about health and wellness in higher education, where we cover topics like:

  • College students’ mental health
  • Anxiety among college faculty and staff
  • Burnout among colleges students and staff
The Review | Opinion
By James Smoliga April 15, 2025
Experts who criticize politicians should make sure they have their facts straight.
Getting physical
By Maddie Khaw April 14, 2025
They’re defying stereotypes to pursue old-fashioned hobbies — yes, even reading.
Improving the Odds
By Emma Pettit March 7, 2025
Though higher ed has been slow to recognize the cultural shift around sports betting, that’s starting to change.
Advice
By Leah R. Abrams February 14, 2025
A new assistant professor shines a light on living and working amid personal loss.
The Review | Reporting
By Jordan Michael Smith December 4, 2024
Universities have been providing treatment to inmates. Is that a good idea?
A Grim Picture
By Adrienne Lu December 3, 2024
Students’ emotional and mental distress are taking a toll on professors’ health. Administrators should take action, the authors urge.
Decision 2024
By Graham Vyse November 4, 2024
As ever, higher ed will have to balance the promotion of campus safety with the protection of free expression — an increasingly challenging task.
ON DEMAND: October 29, 2024 | 2 p.m. E.T. For students who are the first in their families to attend college, barriers to accessing higher ed, such as affordability and academic success, loom large. Watch on demand a virtual forum to hear from experts on how to help first-gen students thrive and belong on campus. With Support From The University of Texas at San Antonio. Watch on demand.
October 29, 2024 | 2:00 PM EDT
ON DEMAND: October 29, 2024 | 2 p.m. E.T. For students who are the first in their families to attend college, barriers to accessing higher ed, such as affordability and academic success, loom large. Watch on demand a virtual forum to hear from experts on how to help first-gen students thrive and belong on campus. With Support From The University of Texas at San Antonio. Watch on demand.
Research Integrity
By Stephanie M. Lee September 16, 2024
Pro and college athletes are wearing the Q-Collar to reduce their risk of brain injuries, but data sleuths have spotted anomalies and errors in key studies demonstrating its efficacy.