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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Texas chapter.

I am at the point in the semester where I am burnt out, which I am sure many can relate to. Typically the last stride in the semester is the most challenging because classes are finishing up with finals, last-minute presentations, and papers on top of the close proximity to summer break. It can be exhausting, and to be completely honest, this past year has been exhausting for numerous reasons. There was a global pandemic that took a toll on nearly every person, a civil rights movement uprise, economic downfall, and on top of that, all that has occurred in everyoneā€™s personal life. From family connections to friendships to work-life, there has been a great number of stressors. I am making this article to offer assurance to those reading that it is entirely OK to feel mentally drained. You survived a lot. You are capable of surviving even more. I, too, need that reassurance that I am doing just fine and it is OK to not be OK. If you are reading this, just know that you are doing great! Wear your mask, wash your hands, stand up for what you believe in, and conquer these last few weeks of coursework.Ā 

Lauren is a Junior studying Government and Economics at the University of Texas. An avid coffee drinker and sushi fanatic, Lauren enjoys exploring the city, attending concerts, and discovering new music. Aside from writing, in her free time she can be seen reading, having weekly movie nights, and spending time with friends and family.
Hi, I'm Madeline Muschalik! This is my fourth year in Her Campus; I wrote for Her Campus at Wake Forest University before transferring to UT in fall 2019. Last year I was the Her Campus Texas Co-President and Campus Correspondent & it was so rewarding. I am excited to explore Austin and learn more about our university through Texas Her Campus. Some of my hobbies include running, reading, yoga, and traveling! I am a Public Relations Major and with a minor in Entrepreneurship and certificate in Creative Writing. Outside of Her Campus I am involved in Texas American Marketing Association, Moody Communication Council, a member of the Kendra Scott WEL Institute Student Council, Texas Kappa Delta, and I am a Transfer Year Interest Group (TRIG) mentor. I love UT & all the amazing opportunities (like Her Campus) that it has to offer!