Ushering into this New Year, people bring with them a hoard of resolutions, many of which involve elaborate exercise regimens and a new gym membership. Plans to bulk up or lean down, to walk more or lift heavy; people are hyper fixated on their bodies and more specifically, on their physiques. Unfortunately, as most people see exercise as a means to their ideal body shape and size, mobility — one of the most important and fundamental aspects of fitness — is often neglected.

Even in Miami, fall has clearly arrived when coffee shops bring back the long-awaited pumpkin spice latte and temperatures drop below the standard 90 degrees. Experiencing a Florida fall means being able to avoid the “winter blues,” and the opportunity to make the most of what autumn has to offer.

In recent years, the negative social stigma around mental health treatment has decreased substantially. Viral Twitter threads beginning with “my therapist told me'' and apps like Better Help, an online platform that matches patients with therapists based on insurance, are making their way into the mainstream. But the language around therapy is still bathed in a negative light even with progress having been made. The “you need therapy” insult tossed around on social media platforms and conversation circles alike isn’t doing any favors to its reputation.

For many University of Miami students, the promise of sunny skies and endless beach days is a dream come true. But in a land where fur sweaters are obsolete and tank tops might as well be the statewide uniform, it can be easy to forget about the more unfavorable side of South Florida’s climate: hurricanes. As incoming residents of the ‘Sunshine State,’ it’s more important now than ever–to be prepared and informed for when a hurricane is at UM’s door.

Commuting is its own art form — a balancing act where commuters negotiate reckless Miami drivers, club meetings after hours, making it to class on time and pesky parking fees. Whether students stay with family or rent an apartment nearby, it can feel overwhelming at times. Here are some tips to help put those worries on mute for an easier commute.