At this point in the semester, many in our community are experiencing a mix of excitement and exhaustion. Students preparing to graduate are completing capstones and dissertations while stepping into interviews and new professional identities. Others remain immersed in coursework, research and teaching that require sustained focus. This season asks a great deal of you. Continuing to show up each day takes courage.

The bold word I chose for this month is balance.

For graduate students, mindfulness offers more than a popular approach to stress reduction. While it can certainly ease stress, its benefits extend much further — fostering resilience, sharpening focus and supporting success in every area of life, whether as a student, researcher, professional or individual.

Every October marks the start of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. At ASU, we are committed to spreading awareness about this issue and reminding you that hope and resources are always available.

The Graduate Student Town Hall is on 2/7 at 4:30 p.m. on Zoom! We’ll be talking about well-being: how to be comfortable, healthy, and happy. Our panel of ASU professionals will answer your questions at the event. Registration is open through February 7.