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Mental health advocate to appear at MSU

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Former Division II student-athlete and author Kate Simonet will present "Out of the Darkness" on Monday, Nov. 27, at 3 and 7 p.m. in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall on the Minot State University campus.

A Minnesota native and former DII student-athlete at Winona State, Simonet is a mental health and suicide prevention advocate. She travels to schools and organizations, speaking to students about the importance of asking for help and breaking the stigma around mental health struggles.

Originally, she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Now, it has become her goal to teach people there is hope in not only managing a mental illness, but in living a successful and happy life regardless of your mental health status.

The event is free and open to the public. It is presented by MSU Student Health and Counseling.

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