By Megan Brown
Student Reporter
Mrs. Taylor Wilson, Director of Counseling and Career Services, might be new to the Student Services staff but is no stranger to the Northwestern campus. The former athlete and student is excited to continue her counseling career on the campus where she began her education.
Beginning college is often a very large adjustment that can result in a high stress level. According to ct.counselingtoday.org stress in college students has increased along with an increase in mental health issues. These factors and many others make counseling services essential on a college campus.
Where are you from and why did you come to Northwestern?\
“I am from Yukon, Oklahoma and I received a Bachelor’s degree from Northwestern,” Wilson. “I furthered my education by receiving a Master’s Degree from the University Of Oklahoma (OU). I decided to seek employment through Northwestern to become a part of the uplifting atmosphere.”
What are you most excited about being at Northwestern? “I think that mental health is just as important as physical health,” Wilson said. “I hope to decrease any stigma of mental health. I feel that I would be able to relate to students at Northwestern since I formally was a college student and was on the soccer team, cross country team and in a sorority.”
Why do you believe counseling is important to college students?
“I think that it is important for college students to learn to identify, express and cope with emotions. Northwestern offers a wide range of counseling services to help students address any academic, personal or career difficulties,” Wilson said.
“There are several Universities in Oklahoma that charge for mental health services.
Fortunately Northwestern offers free counseling services to all current students.”
NOWSU counseling services are confidential and not a part of academic record.