Request A Program
Wellbeing provides presentations and programs on topics like stress and resiliency, healthy lifestyle, mental health and wellbeing, and substance use prevention and more that campus (students, faculty and staff) can request to support their students and employee's overall well-being.
Consultations
Wellbeing staff are available for consultation with faculty, staff and departments on a variety of topics on a limited basis.
- How to incorporate wellbeing into curriculum
- How to have warm hand off conversations
Presentations
Presentations and training opportunities for students, faculty and staff are available through Wellbeing Services. Presentations range from 15 minutes to 1 hour and include:
- Mental Health & Wellbeing (Self-care, Breathing techniques, Wellbeing Support Coach Information, Wellbeing Services, General Support, etc.)
- Healthy Lifestyle (Movement, Nutrition, Dimensions of Wellbeing, Curry Health Services, Sexual Health, etc.)
- Stress & Resiliency (Time Management, Healthy Coping Strategies, De-Stress, Journaling, etc.)
- Substance Use Prevention (Alcohol, Nicotine/Tobacco, Cannabis, Opioids, Impaired Driving, Safer Partying, etc.)
- Violence Prevention (Healthy Relationships, Consent, Bystander/5 D's, etc.)
The following presentations are available upon request for faculty, staff, and student organizations.
Presentations
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*Please Note: this program requires between 4-6 weeks' notice
Focus: Emotional, Social, and Physical
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
Spending time with therapy dogs is a great way for students to relax, reduce stress, and boost their mood. Interacting with these friendly animals can help lower anxiety, improve emotional well-being, and provide a sense of comfort during busy academic periods. Taking a break with therapy dogs is a simple yet effective way to practice self-care and enhance overall well-being.
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Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Physical
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
Engaging in self-care activities like journaling and creating a self-care card helps students prioritize their well-being and build healthy coping strategies. Journaling provides a space for self-reflection, stress relief, and emotional expression, while self-care cards serve as personalized reminders of activities that bring comfort and joy. Taking time for self-care fosters resilience and helps participants maintain balance throughout their daily lives.
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Focus: Social and Emotional
Audience: Students
The Engaged Campus session empowers students and campus members to take action when they witness concerning behavior by teaching the 5 Ds of intervention: Direct, Distract, Delegate, Delay, and Document. Through real-life scenarios and guided discussion, participants will gain practical tools to safely support others and contribute to a culture of respect and safety. By learning these skills, individuals grow as engaged citizens and help create a safer, more connected campus community.
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Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Physical
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
Mindfulness and breathing techniques are powerful tools for reducing stress, improving focus, and promoting emotional balance. Practices such as deep breathing, box breathing, and guided meditation help calm the nervous system, enhance self-awareness, and increase resilience to everyday challenges. Incorporating mindfulness into daily life can create a sense of balance and inner peace, helping participants navigate life's challenges more effectively.
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Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Physical
Audience: Students
Fueling your body with nutritious foods is essential for overall well-being and academic success. Discovering Delicious explores how balanced nutrition supports energy levels, concentration, and mood, helping students perform their best. Learning how to make mindful food choices empowers students to maintain a healthy lifestyle while balancing the demands of college life.
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Focus: All Dimensions
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
Wellbeing is more than just physical health—it includes emotional, social, intellectual, financial, and other key areas that shape daily life. By taking a brief assessment, participants can gain insight into their personal wellness across these dimensions and identify areas for growth. Understanding how each dimension impacts daily experiences—such as stress levels, academic performance, and relationships—empowers students to make small, meaningful changes that support a balanced and fulfilling life.
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Focus: Social and Emotional
Audience: Students
This workshop helps students explore the different types of relationships in their lives—friends, family, and romantic partnerships—and how to recognize the qualities of both healthy and unhealthy dynamics. Participants will learn how to set and respect boundaries, communicate effectively, and identify signs of respect, trust, and support in all types of relationships
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Focus: Emotional, Physical, Intellectual, and Spiritual
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
The Wellness Wheel activity encourages participants to reflect on the different dimensions of their well-being, including physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual health. This activity helps students assess their current well-being, identify areas for improvement, and create a balanced approach to self-care.
- An adaptation explores the Medicine Wheel, an Indigenous model that represents the interconnectedness of mind, body, spirit, and emotions, offering a holistic approach to wellness.
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Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Occupational
Audience: Students
Learn effective time management for students to balance academics, self-care, and social life while reducing stress. Techniques like prioritizing tasks, using planners, and setting realistic goals can improve productivity and create a sense of control. Developing strong time management habits allows students to maintain a healthy balance and thrive in all areas of life.
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Focus: Emotional and Social
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
This workshop equips students with trauma-informed approaches to supporting friends who may be experiencing challenges or distress. Participants will learn how to recognize signs of trauma, offer compassionate support, and connect friends to appropriate resources while maintaining healthy boundaries. The session emphasizes empathy, active listening, and the importance of fostering a safe and supportive community.
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Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Social
Audience: Students
Making new friends in college can feel challenging, but Speed Friending offers a fun and easy way to meet new people and build connections. This interactive event helps students practice conversation skills, find common interests, and learn strategies for forming meaningful friendships. Engaging in positive social interactions can lead to lasting friendships and a stronger sense of belonging on campus.
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*Please Note: this program requires between 4-6 weeks' notice
Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Physical
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
Experience the calming effects of sound therapy to reduce stress, enhance mental clarity, and promote relaxation. Through soothing sounds and vibrations, this practice helps quiet the mind, lower anxiety, and restore balance. Taking time for sound therapy can provide a powerful reset, helping students feel more centered and refreshed.
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Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, Social, and Physical
Audience: Student, Staff, and Faculty
This workshop explores the impact of supporting others in distress, including vicarious trauma (absorbing others’ trauma), compassion fatigue (emotional exhaustion from helping others), and the importance of self-care. Participants will learn to recognize signs of burnout, develop strategies to maintain emotional balance, and practice self-care techniques to sustain their well-being.
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Focus: Emotional, Physical, and Social
Audience: Students
Get ready to shake things up and explore the world of creative, alcohol-free drinks! Shake It Up: Mocktails offers a fun way to enjoy flavorful, refreshing beverages while learning about safer socializing. Join in to mix, sip, and celebrate good times—no hangover required!
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Focus: Emotional, Physical, and Social
Audience: Students
Enjoying a night out can be fun, but planning helps ensure a safe and positive experience. Safer partying tips include setting a personal limit, staying hydrated, using a rideshare or designated driver, and looking out for friends. Thinking ahead allows you to have fun while prioritizing your well-being and the safety of those around you.
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Focus: Emotional, Physical, and Social
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
Understanding the effects of alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, and other substances is key to making informed choices in college. This session explores the impact of these substances on your health, relationships, and academic performance, helping students make responsible decisions. Learning about the risks and healthier alternatives. Gaining this knowledge empowers students to prioritize their well-being and thrive in all aspects of college life.
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Focus: Emotional, Physical, and Social
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
In this workshop, participants will design a personalized wellness kit filled with items that support their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. From stress-relief tools to self-care reminders, participants will learn how to tailor their kit to meet their individual needs. A customized wellness kit is a practical and fun way to support overall well-being and stay balanced throughout the semester.
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Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Social
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
Looking to create a peaceful oasis in your residence hall or have an under-utilized space? Request our Pop-Up Relaxation Station to transform your lounge into a calming wellness space. Wellbeing will provide all the supplies you need, including aromatherapy, calming decor, coloring supplies, gratitude activities, journaling tools, and meditation resources. Create a space that helps you and your peers prioritize well-being right on campus!
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Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Physical
Audience: Students
Good sleep hygiene is essential for students to maintain energy, focus, and overall well-being. This practice includes creating a consistent sleep schedule, limiting screen time before bed, and creating a calming bedtime routine to ensure restful, restorative sleep. By establishing healthy sleep habits, students can perform better academically and maintain their overall well-being.
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*Please Note this program requires between 3-6 weeks' notice
Focus: Emotional, Intellectual, and Physical
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
Participating in a yoga or movement class is a great way to enhance physical wellness while promoting mindfulness. These sessions focus on stretching, strengthening, and breathing techniques to improve flexibility and reduce stress. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, yoga and movement practices provide a holistic approach to well-being. and increase mental clarity.
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Focus: Emotional, Physical, and Social
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
This workshop teaches participants how to administer Naloxone, a life-saving medication used to reverse opioid overdoses. In this session, participants will learn how to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to properly use Naloxone to provide critical assistance in an emergency. By learning how to administer Naloxone, our campus community can make a significant difference in protecting the lives of others. Participants will receive a box of naloxone.
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Focus: All Dimensions
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
The 91¶ÌÊÓƵ offers a range of well-being services to support students’ physical, emotional, and academic success. Take a visit to the Relaxation Station to unwind and recharge, while Wellbeing Support Coaches provide personalized guidance to enhance students' overall well-being. Students, staff, and faculty can also participate in Wellbeing Wednesdays, where they enjoy activities like dog therapy, chair massages, crafts, snacks, and opportunities where they can connect with their peers.
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Focus: Emotional, Environmental, Intellectual, and Social
Audience: Students
The Digital Smudge (Detox) session invites students to explore the impact of screens and digital media on their daily lives and relationships. Through readings from The Seven Circles framework, participants will examine how technology influences their emotional, mental, environmental, and social well-being. This activity encourages mindfulness around digital consumption and promotes healthier, more balanced interactions with the digital world. By growing awareness, students can better manage their screen time and foster deeper connections with themselves and others.
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Focus: All Dimensions
Audience: Students, Staff, and Faculty
7 Circles – Indigenous Teachings for Living Well explores holistic practices rooted in Indigenous wisdom, guiding students toward a balanced, purposeful life. Through readings from the book, the audience will engage with the teachings of the seven circles, which represent different aspects of well-being—Community, Food, Sleep, Movement, Ceremony, Sacred Space, and Land. Activities will be developed to explore each circle, encouraging reflection of own well-being and integrating these teachings into their daily lives. This approach fosters a deeper connection to self, others, and the world around them, promoting overall wellness.
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Focus: All Dimensions
Audience: Staff and Faculty
Workplace well-being focuses on creating a supportive environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. It includes physical well-being (ergonomic workspaces, breaks, and access to healthy options), emotional well-being (open communication, mental health resources, and stress management), and social well-being (fostering positive relationships and a sense of belonging). Supporting workplace well-being involves encouraging work-life balance, offering wellness programs, and promoting a culture of respect and belonging; leading to higher job satisfaction, productivity, and overall well-being for employees.
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Focus: Emotional, Physical, and Social
Audience: Students
Safer Sex 101 provides college students with essential knowledge and strategies for engaging in sexual activities in a safe, respectful, and consensual manner. This session can cover topics like contraceptive methods, STI prevention, communication about boundaries, and consent, or one topic on its own. Empowering students with this information helps them make informed choices about their sexual health and well-being.