SU needs to establish a required financial literacy program
SU should implement a literacy program for all students in order to encourage personal responsibility. Read more »
Writer archives: Jenna Wirth
COVID-19 brings risk of toxic positivity
It’s not always the best idea to be nice all the time. Negative emotions have a place too. Read more »
Online classes cause mental health struggles for students
Hour after hour of Zoom class stuck behind a screen only serves to hurt some students whose experiences can worsen anxiety or depression. Read more »
Social isolation causes additional mental health concerns for students
COVID-19 has changed many parts of students’ lives, including how they interact. Less social interaction is linked to an increase in mental health concerns for college students. Read more »
Social media harms students’ mental health
Experts find that social media holds power over students’ mental health. An excess use of social media often results in a decline in mental health. Read more »
Valentine’s Day should be about friendship too
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues that holidays like Valentine’s Day should also focus on friendship, citing its positive influence on mental health and relationships Read more »
Hands-on opportunities on campus enrich student success
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth highlights how student involvement benefits student success despite not being enrolled in specific programs. Read more »
Attendance policies force students to sacrifice their well-being
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues how class attendance policies force students to choose between their own well-being or academic achievement. Read more »
Syllabus week creates unnecessary stress for students
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues how Syllabus week causes more stress for students at the beginning of the semester. Read more »
Housing policy changes improve campus security
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues that recent changes to SU residence hall policies, including 24/7 security staff, make the campus safer for all students. Read more »
Early morning classes create a stressful semester
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues how getting an early start may create negative academic and health implications for students. Read more »
Seasonal depression more than just ‘winter blues’
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues that the way society talks about seasonal depression trivializes the disorder. Read more »
A mandatory 3-year on-campus housing policy would restrict students
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues that a mandatory 3-year on-campus housing policy would restrict students socially and financially. Read more »
Colleges can do more to help students who are financially struggling
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues that colleges and universities like Syracuse can do more to make their resources readily available to students who struggle financially. Read more »
Students should take some personal responsibility, stop vaping
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth urges college students to throw out their Juuls. Read more »
