When it comes to choosing how to spend your time away from studies, pick one or two passions and give your all. Mastering something and truly devoting yourself to a passion can be more meaningful than spreading yourself too thin and at the end of the day questioning your impact" -- Cara Setchell, Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Community Development

"Be curious and totally objective to learning about and exploring new activities. Be careful not to become over involved; rather, balance academic goals and the time needed to 'make the grade' with other interests" -- Doug Cox, Director of Public Safety

"Don't get so busy, so caught up in all that is going on, that you don't take time to reflect on your experience, to consider what matters most to you and how you are living that out in the world." -- Brad Tharpe, Associate Chaplain

"Make academics a priority but make time for a social life.Don't feel obligated to do everything; instead, wisely choose your commitments" -- Jeanne Menzel, Administrative Assistant to the Vice President for Student Services

How to balance being social and focusing on academics while maintaining wellness:

"Maintaining balance in our lives is not just important, it is a prerequisite to our overall wellness.Achieve balance by making time for exercise, meals, friends, and relaxation" -- Alison Schwing, Clinical Counselor and GEAR Coordinator

"Take time to settle into campus life so you can evaluate the academic demands on your time. Once determined look for ways to use your free time in the best way possible" -- Page Cotton, Professor of Kinesiology, Director of Athletics, Director or Recreational Sports

"Take time through faith traditions to focus on blessings, family and close friends" -- Denise Hayes, Associate Dean of Student Academic Support Services and Director of Counseling and Health Services