Often you hear college students talk about how stressed out they are. More often, you see how stressed out they are. There are kids crying in the library, losing their hair, faces covered in acne and binge eating like it's their last meal. Somehow there has to be a release of all that pent-up stress, an outlet. Art is one of the most important outlets for a college student that I've seen. Here's why:

1. Studies have shown that art reduces anxiety and depression related to stress.

Look at any study. Any study pertaining to creative expression shows that it reduces anxiety and depression.

2. Art helps you see the world differently.

When you look at something in terms of line, shape, color, texture, etc., you see things in the world completely differently. It changes your outlook on the world and life in general.

3. Exposure to certain colors could change your moods and reduce stress.

In some very recent, very experimental studies, there is the speculation that exposure to particular colors can completely alter mood and perception.

4. You could create something beautiful.

Sometimes, when all of that stress and anxiety comes out through whichever creative art expression you choose, beauty happens. You could create one of the most beautiful paintings, dance routines or music pieces.

5. You could stand to make some money!

Everyone loves money. Wouldn't you love to show all that stress and anxiety that no matter what you're still going to prosper?