<div dir="ltr"><div><br><div><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b>Happy First Day of the Semester, Cardinals!</b></span></div><div><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">To our returning students—welcome back! And to all our new Cardinals—welcome to campus! We hope your first day of classes is going well.</font></p><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">The first day of college can bring a mix of excitement and stress. Here are a few quick tips to help you manage any first-day nerves:</font></p><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><b><font face="arial, sans-serif">First-Day Tips:</font></b></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Practice Mindfulness:</strong> Take deep breaths to stay grounded.</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Be Patient:</strong> It’s okay to feel unsure—adjusting takes time.</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Be Present:</strong> Focus on your classes and try to limit distractions.</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Connect with Others:</strong> Most people feel the same way you do—say hi to someone new!</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Set Small Goals:</strong> Something as simple as introducing yourself to one person can build confidence.</font></p><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><b><font face="arial, sans-serif">After the First Day:</font></b></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Keep Reaching Out:</strong> Chat with classmates, connect with friends, or call family.</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Try Something New:</strong> Attend a club meeting, explore campus, or check out an event.</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Take Care of Yourself:</strong> Prioritize sleep, healthy food, and downtime.</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span><strong>Use Campus Resources:</strong> Don’t hesitate to ask for support—we’re here for you.</font></p><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><strong>N</strong><b>eed Support?</b></font></p><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">The <strong>BHS Student Assistance Program (SAP)</strong> offers free, confidential help with stress, anxiety, and life’s challenges so you can stay focused on your goals.</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-weight:normal">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">     </span></span></strong>Access SAP through the BHS Portal or scan the QR code below using Organization ID: <strong>SUNYPLATTSBURGH</strong><strong><span style="font-weight:normal"></span></strong></font></p><img src="cid:ii_merafsxo2" alt="BHS.png" width="412" height="412"><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><br></p><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><strong>M</strong><b>ore Mental Health Resources:</b></font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">    </span><strong>Student Health & Counseling Center:</strong><br>📞 518-564-2187 | ✉️ <a href="mailto:healthcenter@plattsburgh.edu" target="_blank">healthcenter@plattsburgh.edu</a><span aria-hidden="true"></span> | Visit us in person</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">    </span><strong>Ward Hall Counseling Clinic:</strong><br>📞 518-564-4180</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal">    </span><strong>Emergency?</strong><br>🚓 University Police: 518-564-2022<br>☎️ Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988</font></p><p style="margin-left:0.5in;margin-right:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><br></font></p><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><font face="arial, sans-serif">We’re so glad you’re here. Have a great semester!</font></p><p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in"><strong><font face="arial, sans-serif" size="4">Go Cardinals!</font></strong></p></div></div><div>--</div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><b><font size="2" face="georgia, serif" color="#0b5394">Student Health and Counseling Center</font></b><div><div style="font-size:12px;line-height:18px;margin:0px"><div style="line-height:18px;margin:0px"><div style="line-height:18px;margin:0px"><font color="#0b5394" face="georgia, serif">SUNY Plattsburgh</font></div><div style="line-height:18px;margin:0px"><font face="georgia, serif" color="#0b5394">101 Broad Street<br>Plattsburgh, NY 12901</font></div><div style="line-height:18px;margin:0px"><font face="georgia, serif" color="#0b5394">(o) <a href="tel:+1-518-564-2187" title="Office Phone Number" target="_blank" style="background-color:transparent;line-height:18px;display:inline;margin:0px">518-564-2187</a></font></div><div style="line-height:18px;margin:0px"><font face="georgia, serif" color="#0b5394">(f) <a href="tel:+1-518-564-2188" title="Fax Phone Number" target="_blank" style="background-color:transparent;line-height:18px;display:inline;margin:0px">518-564-2188</a></font></div><font face="georgia, serif" color="#0b5394"><a href="mailto:HealthCenter@plattsburgh.edu" target="_blank">HealthCenter@plattsburgh.edu</a></font><div style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;line-height:18px;margin:0px"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Student-Health-Counseling-Center-at-SUNY-Plattsburgh-103029299810437/" title="Visit SUNY Plattsburgh on Facebook" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(200,16,46);background-color:transparent;line-height:18px;display:inline-block;margin:0px"><img src="https://www.plattsburgh.edu/_images/about/facebook-logo-60x60.png" width="30" height="30" alt="Facebook Logo" class="gmail-CToWUd" style="vertical-align: middle; border-style: none; padding: 0px; margin: 7px 3px 0px 0px;"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/healthcounseling_sunyplatts/" title="Visit SUNY Plattsburgh on Instagram" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(200,16,46);background-color:transparent;line-height:18px;display:inline-block;margin:0px"><img src="https://www.plattsburgh.edu/_images/about/instagram-logo-60x60.png" width="30" height="30" alt="Instagram Logo" class="gmail-CToWUd" style="vertical-align: middle; border-style: none; padding: 0px; margin: 7px 3px 0px 0px;"></a> <a href="https://www.snapchat.com/add/sunyplattsburgh" title="Add SUNY Plattsburgh on Snapchat" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(200,16,46);background-color:transparent;line-height:18px;display:inline-block;margin:0px"><img src="https://www.plattsburgh.edu/_images/about/snapc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