University of Maryland
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The University of Maryland (UMD) opened its doors on October 5, 1859 and since then has become one of the premier universities in the state of Maryland, earning the rank of 57th in the 2016 edition of U.S. News’s “National University Rankings” and is home to four Nobel Prize winners. Ranked in the top 20 among public research institutions, 14th among undergraduate entrepreneurship programs, UMD has a history of excellence when it comes to academic achievement.
UMD has had a nationally accredited health center for the last 30 years. Less than 15% of all colleges nationwide can claim the same. The mission statement of The University of Maryland Health Center (UMDHC) is to "provide high quality, cost-effective health care and wellness programs in order to promote health and support academic success".
In a letter to students President Wallace Loh sighted a report by The University of Pennsylvania stating that there has been 88% rise nationwide in the number of college students with serious psychological problems. In response to this President Loh is allocating “$500,000 [which will] be used annually to expand mental health counseling services for all students”. UMDHC now has 17 psychologist and 7 psychiatrist who are available to provide professional help to students. They educate students on stress, offer relaxation and time management training and can also get students in contact with other organizations on campus that can continue to assist students.
College is a huge transition period for both highs school graduates and transfer students, there is increased responsibility, independence, freedom, and students are responsible for their own success at UMD. Part of being a successful student is being in good health, both mentally and physically. For many students this new found responsibility for self care is daunting but help is available. UMD strives to give its students all the necessary tools to be successful academically, socially, financially, and spiritually.
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