South Dakota Mines Counseling Center

South Dakota Mines Counseling Center South Dakota Mines Counseling Center provides on-campus counseling to currently enrolled students.

Our professional counselors are committed to providing unbiased, culturally sensitive, high quality care to students in a confidential setting.

Friday Fun ThoughtDid you know that the dot above the letter "i" is called a tittle?It was added during renaissance time...
09/11/2026

Friday Fun Thought
Did you know that the dot above the letter "i" is called a tittle?

It was added during renaissance time to distinguish between various letters and numbers such as I and 1.

See you on the Quad!!!
09/10/2026

See you on the Quad!!!

Wellness WednesdaySu***de is a leading cause of death. It is also one of the most preventable.
09/09/2026

Wellness Wednesday

Su***de is a leading cause of death. It is also one of the most preventable.

Monday Mention - Megan Laskowski, MS, NCC, LPC-MHMental Health CounselorQ. What is one of your passions that most don’t ...
09/07/2026

Monday Mention - Megan Laskowski, MS, NCC, LPC-MH
Mental Health Counselor

Q. What is one of your passions that most don’t knows about?

I love to dance- belly dancing has been something I have gone back to multiple times in life.

Q. Some of my favorite quotes.

“If not now, when?”
“Life is too important to take seriously”

Friday Fun Fact...Did you know it is National Wildlife Day?How to celebrate National Wildlife DayTake a look at these Na...
09/04/2026

Friday Fun Fact...
Did you know it is National Wildlife Day?

How to celebrate National Wildlife Day
Take a look at these National Wildlife Day activities for inspiration.

1. Join our campaigns, lobbying organizations and governments to protect wild animals from commercial exploitation and habitat destruction.
2. Share information and evidence that shows animals are sentient beings with emotions and personalities.
3. Avoid visiting zoos, aquariums, and any other wildlife attractions that don’t contribute meaningfully to animal conservation.
4. If you want to see animals on National Wildlife Day, seek out Wildlife Heritage Areas, recognized and responsible wildlife-watching destinations.
5. Create animal habitats and grow wildlife-friendly plants in your garden or window box.
6. Help to combat climate change and protect wildlife habitats by eating less meat, seeking out sustainable products, and being conscious of your carbon footprint.

https://www.worldanimalprotection.org/our-campaigns/sentience/animal-awareness-days/national-wildlife-day/

Wellness Wednesday - Tip of the dayTake a 5‑minute breathing or stretching break anytime you feel overwhelmed — it can r...
09/02/2026

Wellness Wednesday - Tip of the day
Take a 5‑minute breathing or stretching break anytime you feel overwhelmed — it can reset your mind and body in seconds.

Breathing exercises: Close your eyes, inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4, exhale for 4. Repeat 5–10 times. This calms the nervous system and improves focus.

Stretching: Do 2–3 quick stretches (neck rolls, shoulder rolls, seated forward bend) to release tension and improve circulation.

Walking: Even a short walk — up and down stairs, around the block, or in a nearby park — can lift your mood and boost energy.

Step away from your screen, touch grass, take a sip of water, and notice your surroundings.

Monday Mention - Chris Wallace - Student Athlete Counseling & Mental PerformanceQ. If you could change your first name, ...
08/31/2026

Monday Mention - Chris Wallace - Student Athlete Counseling & Mental Performance

Q. If you could change your first name, what would you change it to and why?
---I’m OK with my name now, but as a kid I wanted to change my name to Vanessa. I thought it was beautiful and exotic, and I would say it really slow to make it sound alluring…Vanessssaaaa.

Q. If you could go back and get another degree, which would it be and why?
-----I would get a PhD in Anthropology because it’s one of my favorite things to learn about.

Friday Fun ThoughtDid you know that a person will use their left hand for 56% of what they type on a keyboard?WHY? - mos...
08/28/2026

Friday Fun Thought

Did you know that a person will use their left hand for 56% of what they type on a keyboard?

WHY? - most common letters in the English language are on the left side of the keyboard.

Wellness Wednesday - Happy National Dog Day!Did you know that sharing your life with a four-legged friend can actually b...
08/26/2026

Wellness Wednesday - Happy National Dog Day!

Did you know that sharing your life with a four-legged friend can actually boost your mental health?

A dog can provide:
Companionship, Stress Relief and Lower Anxiety, Encouraging Physical Activity, Routine and Structure, Emotional Support, Boosting Mood and Happiness.

Please share a picture of how you are celebrating National Dog Day. - Photo provided by Shelyssa.

Source- https://www.silverlakecounseling.net/blog-events/national-dog-day-how-owning-a-dog-boosts-mental-health

Monday Mention - Shelyssa Theel, Volunteer CounselorIf you had a superpower, what would it be?• I would want the power t...
08/24/2026

Monday Mention - Shelyssa Theel, Volunteer Counselor

If you had a superpower, what would it be?
• I would want the power to communicate with animals, so that I could help my dog understand that she doesn't need to be scared of thunderstorms, and that the delivery truck is allowed to exist in our neighborhood.

If you could go back in time, what would you tell your teenage self?
• To not worry so much about what other people think, and to just be yourself.

What is something you look forward to?
• I'll be taking multiple trips with friends soon to go see a few of our favorite musical artists in concert! It's something that we plan every year so that we always have something to look forward to!

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501 East Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City, SD
57701

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30am
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

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