By Removing Counselors, You’re Contributing to the Problem

Responding to a news article about community colleges and student mental health.

Brianna Bennett ✨
Nov 4 · 3 min read
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In my sophomore year of college, I seriously considered dropping out.

I was taking 5 classes and a science lab, mourning the loss of my grandmother, and coming to terms with my mental illnesses. Looking…

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Brianna Bennett ✨

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