Author Archives: lynnmayo21

New Chapters and Habits

Posted on August 6, 2021 by lynnmayo21

August has always felt more like a new start than January. August brings the new school year and a new chapter. As I begin graduate school in just two weeks this new chapter has been anxiety-provoking, to say the least. … Continue reading →

Posted in students, Uncategorized | Tagged Academics, advice, graduate school, inspiration, mental health, Student Life, undergraduate life, University of Maryland Baltimore County | Leave a comment

Validating Emotions

Posted on July 15, 2021 by lynnmayo21

Two weeks ago I turned 23 years old, which is funny because I still say I’m 21 when people ask how old I am. My birthday has always been one of my favorite days of the year. I feel that … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Emotional Intelligence, fellowship, graduate school, graduation, health and wellness, therapy | Leave a comment

Thrown off by Summer

Posted on June 18, 2021 by lynnmayo21

The one thing I looked forward to the most for summer was having more time. During the school year, I felt so overwhelmed and so overbooked. I felt all I had time for was for what could fit in my … Continue reading →

Posted in students, Uncategorized | Tagged Anxiety, Free, Mental Vacation, planning, scheduling, Stress, summer break, Vacation | Leave a comment

Undergraduate Journey

Posted on May 10, 2021 by lynnmayo21

As I finish the end of my undergrad that I have always been so excited to do I have become more and more emotional. These last five years have been the hardest but the most amazing time of my life. … Continue reading →

Posted in students | Tagged college experience, college life, college struggles, Student Life, Success, undergraduate life | 1 Comment

Student Engagement Awards Night

Posted on April 26, 2021 by lynnmayo21

Getting involved on campus during college can sound overwhelming. College is hard enough why should I add more stuff to my plate? There are so many benefits to getting involved on campus. Benefits of getting involved include finding new interests, … Continue reading →

Posted in Life at USG, Student Event | Tagged service, social work, Student Ambassadors, Student Event, Student Experience, Student Life, volunteering | Leave a comment

Your Own Timeline

Posted on April 12, 2021 by lynnmayo21

Life can feel short and long. It’s easy to fall into a mindset that everyone is ahead of you or doing better than you. You must try to understand that everyone is dealt different cards, different circumstances, even different environments. … Continue reading →

Posted in Fitness & Wellness, Uncategorized | Tagged Anxiety, Breathe, Center for Counseling and Consultation, Depression, Happiness, hobbies, mindfulness | Leave a comment

Reinvent Your Self-Love and Care

Posted on March 29, 2021 by lynnmayo21

Loving and caring for yourself is difficult, it’s truly a journey. It’s not as simple as deciding you know what I love myself, and that’s it. You don’t get to just think it and automatically feel and treat yourself with … Continue reading →

Posted in Fitness & Wellness | Tagged Clearing Mind, health and wellness, love, mindfulness, Self care, self-improvement, therapy, wellness | 1 Comment

Social Worker Appreciation Month

Posted on March 15, 2021 by lynnmayo21

If social work was an astrological sign it would be a water sign, so it’s not a surprise that Social Worker Appreciation month is March which also hosts Pisces season! Happy Social Worker Appreciation month to all my current and … Continue reading →

Posted in Academics | Tagged graduate school, help, Internship, social work, UMB, UMBC, undergraduate, Undergraduate programs in Rockville | 1 Comment

Who are USG Students?

Posted on March 1, 2021 by lynnmayo21

What makes a USG student a USG student? Is it just that we all take our classes through the USG campus or is it about who we are as people? The question “how would you describe USG students?” came up … Continue reading →