The percentage of college students diagnosed with a mental illness according to the National College Health Assessment
The number of students seen at the counseling center at the Engemann Student Health Center last year.
The increase in the number of crisis appointments at the counseling center since last year.
See the story behind the numbers: The Counseling Center’s mission for more resources
A letter from the editors
Mental illness is an epidemic on college campuses across the nation, and USC is no exception. With an understaffed counseling center and rising need for mental health services, the University is facing a growing crisis.
In this special issue of the Daily Trojan, we look at fellow Trojans who have struggled with mental illness, from marginalized communities to student-athletes. We examine the progress the University has made toward mental health awareness, as well as spotlight the work that still needs to be done. But most importantly, we hope we can empower the reader to help break down the stigma of mental health at USC, and make sure all of its members are equally cared for in this Trojan Family.
Can USG combat USC’s mental health stigma?
Though it has passed resolutions, USG is looking to the administration for real change.
Minorities face a unique fight with mental health
By SONALI SETH
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