By: Avery Kleier (Photo taken by Avery Kleier) For senior Brooke Meyer, college isn’t just a matter of attending class. “As a full-time student working on my undergrad of my masters, I’m also working a full-time job, so it is very challenging to have a balance of my personal life, work life, and student life. Therefore, it is very easy for me to experience burnout, especially when it comes to deadlines hitting, and other personal events happening in my life,” Meyer said.

By Niki Kollaritsch October 1, 2026 Bellarmine Graduates prepare to take the next step beyond college and into their careers. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Graduation may mark the end of college, but for Bellarmine University students, preparing for what comes next should begin long before they graduate. As students work toward their degrees, professors and career professionals say gaining experience, building connections and preparing early can make the transition from college to the wo

By Ella Gordon Stroll, Don’t Scroll at The Louisville Nature Center Stepping away from screens and detaching yourself from campus life can be a real challenge, but the Louisville Nature Center provides a free escape to the great outdoors. The Louisville Nature Center is a non-profit organization offering free access to hiking trails, educational programs and various gardens. Located only an 8-minute drive from campus, it makes for a great place to unwind from the stresses of

By: BrentLee Threlkeld Athletes are expected to show up for their teams, even when they may be struggling themselves. Balancing academics, practices, games, leadership responsibilities and relationships can add pressure to athletes already trying to meet expectations from coaches, teammates, family and themselves. “You want to be there for your teammates even if you can’t be there for yourself,” senior softball catcher Nicole Waters said. Even as conversations about mental he