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Among the usual array of therapy dogs from the Paul Bunyan Dog Training Association along with dogs and cats from Great River Rescue, miniature donkey and therapy animal “Cleo” proved to be stubborn as passersby tried coaxing her with food and pulling her into the Upper Hobson Memorial Union where students and faculty alike mingled with furry friends.

College students have unique risk factors for mental health, which is why it’s all the more important to normalize the conversation and become familiar with the resources that are available to help.

College students have unique risk factors for mental health, which is why it’s all the more important to normalize the conversation and become familiar with the resources that are available to help.

Bemidji State University faculty leads webinar on tough talks and conversing carefully On Feb. 2, Amanda Gartner, a psychologist in the Student Center for Health and Counseling; Donna Pawlowski, a professor of communication studies; and Barb Houg, executive director of Bemidji’s Peacemaker Resources, addressed a virtual crowd with resources they can use to have those tough chats, focusing on helpful strategies for approaching difficult conversations. 1:30 pm, Feb. 5, 2021 ...