The Dog Will See You Now
Therapy dogs come to the rescue of heartsick, homesick college students.
Easing anxiety, one ear rub at a time
This is Kevin, the most popular first year on Macalester’s campus this fall–and the only one with four legs. He’s the lead dog in a feature story I just reported (intro below) about the rising rates of anxiety among college students, and the new...
Consent is Mac
With a crisis in college sexual assaults sparking national debate, what does it take to create a campus-wide culture of consent?
Jenny’s Light
Postpartum depression is the number one complication of childbirth. Seven years since her death, the family of Jenny Gibbs is still committed to helping the one million new moms who will be affected by perinatal mood disorders this year.
Of Calves and Carnivores
Visiting a farm this fall? Catherine Friend, author of “The Compassionate Carnivore,” says connecting the dots between farm and table could be good for your health.
Is Your Job Making You Sick?
Here’s a fun flashback piece to celebrate Labor Day Week about workplace stress, office bullies, and the health risks we face between 9 and 5.