The impact and strategies utilized by college students during the COVID-19 pandemic

Authors

  • Kristi Leanne Lewis James Madison University

Keywords:

undergraduates, academic challenges, social struggles, mental health and well-being

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic only exacerbated the growing mental health concerns seen on college campuses. A qualitative study was conducted to identify the impact and the strategies utilized by undergraduates during the pandemic. Semi-structured one-on-one interviews were conducted with 15 undergraduates. Findings suggest that college students encountered academic challenges and social struggles during COVID. The academic challenges and social struggles experienced during the pandemic have only added to the growing mental health concerns of college students.

Key Words: undergraduates, academic challenges, social struggles, mental health and well-being

Author Biography

Kristi Leanne Lewis, James Madison University

Kristi Lewis, Ph.D., M.P.H., M.Ed., CPH is Professor in the Department of Health Sciences, College of Health and Behavioral Studies at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

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Published

09/19/2025

Issue

Vol. 17 No. 2 (2025)

Section

Research and Theory

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