This thesis addresses the substantial mental health crisis that college students have been facing by employing a “stealth health” perspective. “Stealth health” refers to an activity that fosters mental or physical wellness without the direct intention of deliberately improving the individual’s health. While prior research has been published on the potential of using birding as a non-pharmaceutical treatment for mental health, this innovative research specifically delves into the unique impacts of birding on college student's mental health. This study employed a focus group methodology to engage with self-identified student birders, which allowed for direct feedback from the target population. Participants who reported going birding at least once every two weeks described how going birding has impacted their lives mentally, physically, socially, and academically. Participants comprised both undergraduate and graduate students. This study highlights the versatility of birding as a tool for social well-being, mental health, and physical health. A significant emphasis is placed on the meditative impact that birding has on individuals. The findings of this research may be valuable to student affairs practitioners concerned with enhancing students' well-being and campus planning professionals responsible for shaping campus environments. These insights will support the enhancement of student success and encourage a focus on bird habitat and environmental conservation.