Wellness Programs
The Wellness Education office offers sponsors engaging events that promote well-being and educate students about various aspects of maintaining strong physical, mental, and emotional health.
Pet De-Stress
Research shows that interacting with animals decreases stress. That's why we offer Pet De-Stress events every Friday while classes are in session. Students can stop by to spend time with dogs and cats, plus chat with each other and the faculty and staff volunteers who bring their animals to this popular program.
Chalk the Walk
In September, Wellness Education participates in Chalk the Walk, an initiative of St. Lawrence County Suicide Awareness Coalition, in observance of National Suicide Prevention Month. Department staff share suicide prevention resources and students are invited to chalk messages of hope outside of Sullivan Student Center.
World Mental Health Week
Every fall semester, we honor World Mental Health Week with a series of events that aim to destigmatize mental health struggles and offer practical tips related to caring for one's mental health. Past events have included open houses at the Counseling Center with free food and games, guided meditation workshops, and planting a yellow daffodil garden as part of the Yellow Tulip Project, which aims to "smash stigma against mental illness".
Wellness Challenges
Each semester, students are invited to participate in a campus-wide wellness challenges, with chances to earn prizes for students who meet their goals. Our fall challenge is focused on movement and fitness, while our spring challenge is focused on improving sleep.
Spin the Wellness Wheel!
Student interns for the Wellness Education office regularly host Spin the Wellness Wheel tabling events, in which students can spin a wheel to answer a question and earn a prize. Wellness Wheel topics include alcohol and substance misuse, nutrition, sleep hygiene, and more.
Other Events & Programs
Looking for more? Wellness Education regularly partners with student organizations, such as CA Wellness Council, Barista (substance-free student organization) and LIGHT House (wellness-focused theme house).