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Having gone through the motions of online learning and dramatic life shifts on account of COVID-19, University of Minnesota students share what they've learned and advice for other students dealing with mental health issues surrounding the pandemic:
"Having those good connections with other students and being comfortable enough to share things."
- Peter Grund
"Being there for friends...in person or over video call. Social media can feel insufficient...Just be there with them as they are." - Marrisa Modell
" Stay in the know about the stuff going on around campus... Don't stop socializing just because of social distancing."- Reebhu Pal
University of Minnesota students experience with COVID-19 wasn't all bad. In the College Student Health/COVID-19 Survey, students share how the pandemic gave them things to enjoy as well:
"I enjoy being able to slow down and enjoy things more."
"I enjoy being able to do schoolwork/classes on my own time."
"My academics have been better and I’ve spent more time off my phone and with my family."
"It’s nice to be able to slow down and reconnect with myself."
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