Keeping Bobcats informed, December 9, 2020

VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS

Bobcats, It's Cold Outside.
It's okay if you are not feeling your best this season – 2020 has been rough. On top of that, the winter months come with their own set of challenges independent of those that make this holiday season unique. Your Bobcat family is here to support you during the lows as well as to help you celebrate the wins.

PREPARE

Mentally brace yourself; identify your needs
Make a plan for how you will stay safe (opens in a new window).
Recognize (opens in a new window) the source of your anxiety and share it with a trusted ally. (opens in a new window)
Find your resources (opens in a new window) and plan to use them (opens in a new window).

EXPERIENCE

Embrace the moment for all it has to offer
Recognize (opens in a new window) feelings of being overwhelmed (opens in a new window) and extend yourself care (opens in a new window).
Find joy in the moments (opens in a new window) you have with your quaranteam.
Set expectations and boundaries (opens in a new window) with loved ones.

SHINE

Channel your energy into worthwhile activities
Be creative (opens in a new window) or try something new.
Make career-focused (opens in a new window) moves, update your resume (opens in a new window) or find jobs (opens in a new window).
Host a game night (opens in a new window) to bring friends and family together.

FALL COMMENCEMENT CELEBRATIONS

Congratulations Fall Class of 2020
The end of another semester marks the beginning of a new chapter for many of our Bobcats. Read their success stories (opens in a new window), attend virtual Fall 2020 Commencement (opens in a new window), and celebrate online using our kit of graphics (opens in a new window) and tag #OHIOGrad2020 (opens in a new window).

HEALTH & SAFETY

OHIO Extends Current Restrictions on Travel
Student travel restrictions for OHIO-sponsored programs have been extended (opens in a new window) through Spring Semester 2021. This includes independent international travel opportunities.

COUNSELING & PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

Understanding Suicide Prevention
Author Josh Rivedal virtually visited OHIO last week to share his experience with depression and suicidal ideation in college, as well as how to identify signs and symptoms and prepare to intervene carefully if someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts. Watch the live recording and Q&A (opens in a new window) available on Google Drive until Dec. 31.

QUICK LINKS

Moving Back Early?
Adapt your meal plan for January > (opens in a new window)

OHIO Coronavirus Dashboard
Check current COVID-19 case counts > (opens in a new window)

Creativity During the Pandemic
See how Bobcats innovated in 2020 > (opens in a new window)

Experiencing Symptoms?
Fill out an incident report > (opens in a new window)