Well-Being and Belonging
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Well-Being and Academics
Navigating the culture of college is tough. As you face new challenges in the classroom, you are also adjusting to new freedoms and responsibilities, forming new relationships, and questioning what your future will be. You are not alone as you travel along this pathway.
It is often said that achieving academic success comes at a price, especially for students. The pressures of assignments, exams, and extracurricular activities can lead to burnout, negatively affecting physical and mental health. However, this does not mean students should compromise their well-being for better grades. Students can enjoy improved academic performance while maintaining their health by taking charge of self-care.
Partnering with the William Magee Center for AOD and Wellness Education and the University of Mississippi Student Health Center, we hope to bring light and resources to these areas.
Different Health Areas
Mental Health
We are compassionate and supportive of each other and the community in which we serve. We work to create a warm, welcoming environment that expresses respect for individuals and their relationships. If you need to talk with someone, check out the link below.
Physical Health
Being active is one of the many ways, as a student, you can grow in physical health. Whether water polo, disc golf, walking, or even goat yoga, campus recreation offers many great resources. Check them out below.
Social Wellness
Making friends at college can be challenging. The university has over 400+ student organizations for you to get involved in and find your circle. Whether it is the Ballroom Dance Club, Baptist Student Union, Gardening Club, or E-Sports, there is a place for you! Find your place below.
Let's Talk!
My name is Carissa Chandler, and I am the embedded counselor for the Ole Miss School of Pharmacy Professional Students. Reach out to me if you need assistance or would like to talk!
Carissa Chandler
Embedded Counselor
Check out these helpful departments!
University Counseling Center
At the University Counseling Center (UCC), you will find a team of dedicated professionals who strive to offer the best care possible in an atmosphere of acceptance and respect.
UMatter: Support for Every Student
UMatter serves as the official site for finding resources and information on how to care for yourself and your peers when in distress.
Office of Student Disability Services
We lead the university in its commitment to recognize disability as a valued aspect of diversity, to embrace access as a matter of social justice, and to design more welcoming and inclusive environments.
William Magee Center
The William Magee Center for AOD and Wellness Education is dedicated to transforming students’ lives by providing education, intervention, and support services to enhance well-being and foster success at the University of Mississippi.
University Health Services
Created to serve students, faculty, and staff at the University of Mississippi, University Health Services is dedicated to meeting the health care needs of our community.
Center for Community Engagement
The Center for Community Engagement is the University of Mississippi’s dedicated unit focused on elevating, celebrating, and sustaining excellence in community engagement across all Colleges, units, and departments. We carry out this work using a highly collaborative work ethic that emphasizes co-creation and collaboration in project development and delivery
Center for Inclusion and Cross Cultural Engagement
We support student success by fostering a welcoming campus community where all students can thrive. Through programs that promote access, retention, and engagement, the center enhances the academic experience and connects students to vital campus resources.
Office of Global Engagement
We are responsible for the development, promotion, and support of all global engagement activities on campus. Our goal is the comprehensive internationalization of the university, and the development of our students, faculty, and staff as global citizens.
Jim and Thomas Duff Center for Science and Technology Innovation
We promote and enhance teaching and learning in the STEM discipline.
Department of Campus Recreation
Campus Recreation provides outstanding services, inclusive programs, and educational opportunities to empower the University of Mississippi community in the pursuit of lifelong well-being.
Meet the Well-Being Club
Seena Haines
- Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Director of Professional Wellbeing and Belonging
Olivia Dale
- Principal Research & Development Biologist
Alesha Collier
- Administrative Secretary
Eric Pittman
- Research Assistant Professor and Clinical Director and Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Administration