Sometimes, I become frustrated and infuriated because it seems as if our society, or at least many people in it, actively stigmatizes mental illnesses. We need to recognize it when we hear these messages....

James Jones, law professor at the University of Louisville, spoke to IUS students about his struggles and triumphs living with bipolar disorder. About 80 students attended the seminar, which was co-sponsored by the Psychology Club and Common Experience. Many students said they attended to complete their intellectual event requirement for their First-Year seminars, however, Angel Crawford, business marketing freshman, said Jones’ speech was uplifting for people like her who also suffer from mental disorders.