by Amy Nelson | Feb 18, 2021 | COVID-19, Wellness, Wellness Blog
Within just a few months, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of change. But perhaps one of the pivotal changes to the “new normal” we were accustomed to are protective masks. Because Winona State and the city of Winona have mask requirements for everyone until...
by Amy Nelson | Nov 16, 2020 | COVID-19, Feature Post, Wellness, Wellness Blog
Traveling increases your chances of getting and spreading COVID-19. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. – CDC We get it: the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every part of our lives, especially how we travel. It’s changed the...
by Hailey Seipel | Oct 21, 2020 | COVID-19, Wellness, Wellness Blog
When COVID-19 came on scene, many colleges across the nation closed their doors and moved all their classes online. But not Winona State. WSU stayed open because students wanted as much in-person opportunity as possible. So, to make sure every Warrior does their...
by Hailey Seipel | Sep 17, 2020 | COVID-19, Wellness, Wellness Blog
Now that classes have started this Fall, you’ve probably gotten comfortable with your day-to-day routine. Class, work, eat, sleep, repeat. If you’re enrolled in multiple online courses, especially those that are back-to-back, sometimes you only have 10 minutes or less...
by Amy Nelson | Sep 10, 2020 | COVID-19, Feature Post, Wellness, Wellness Blog
Have you been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19 or are you experiencing symptoms? You may be asked by your health care provider to self-isolate or quarantine. These words have been used interchangeably because they both require you to stay home...
by Guest Blogger | Aug 27, 2020 | COVID-19, Wellness, Wellness Blog
This is the story of a real WSU student who preferred to remain anonymous. Right now, the slightest cough puts everyone on high alert. Could it be… COVID-19? Or is it just a common cold? I struggled with these questions. This summer, I’d been trying...