Wellbeing Services Programs, Events and Training Well-being Day

Well-being Day

Throughout the day on October 22, engage in events and explore resources that support every dimension of your well-being, including intellectual, emotional, physical and social.

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Start Your Day with the Health Science Center SGA: Donuts & Coffee

7:30 am at Health Science Center Lecture Hall Commons
Emotional Well-being

This is an opportunity for Health Science Center students to meet with student representatives and pick up a free donut and cup of coffee!

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Loving Yourself with the LIBRE Model

9 am-2:30 pm in Frio Street Building 4.420
Emotional Well-being

Self-love is the foundation of growth. Individually or in a small group, participate in a short activity designed to help you take positive steps forward with confidence and clarity while building self-awareness.

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Kneading To Care For Self

9 am-3 pm in Main Building 0.500 (ground floor breezeway behind bike rack)
Emotional Well-being

Taking a five-minute break for yourself can make a big difference. We’ve prepared calming kits to help students learn a simple stress-relief technique. Stop by the office to pick up a small can of Play-Doh and spend a few minutes kneading your stress away.

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COLFA Well-being Day Relaxation Station

9 am-4 pm in COLFA Student Success Center - Mckinney Humanities 3.376
Social Well-being

Unwind with coloring, quiet music, and herbal teas—a cozy spot for mindfulness and reflection. RSVP on RowdyLink!

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Fall Reset: Color, Connect, and Play

10 AM - 12 PM in H-E-B Student Union Travis/Harris Rooms - RSVP
4:30 - 6 PM in Buena Vista Building Assembly Room 1.338 - RSVP
Social Well-being

Take a break from the demands of graduate school and join the Graduate School staff and fellow graduate students for some downtime with coloring, board games, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. This is also an opportunity to connect with your Graduate Retention and Graduation Coordinators (R&Gs) who offer support throughout your academic journey.

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Calm and Connect

11 AM - 1 PM in H-E-B Student Union Hidalgo Room 2.214
Social Well-being

This sensory-conscious event offers a calm, welcoming environment where you can connect with others at your own pace, enjoy activities that are gentle on the senses, or simply relax in a quiet zone. Soft lighting, low noise, and a variety of seating options will help you feel at ease. You’ll find tables for creative activities, a dedicated quiet area for low-stimulation downtime, and food options that are familiar, mild, and enjoyable for many. RSVP on RowdyLink!

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Interpersonal Effectiveness

12 PM on Zoom
Social Well-being

Develop skills to help navigate interpersonal relationships on Zoom with the Student Counseling Center at the Health Science Center.

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Social Media Bingo

12-12:45 PM in the Student Union Hidalgo Room
Social Well-being

Wellbeing Services and the Psychology Department have developed a Bingo game based on Social Media Questions for you to play! The game is designed to generate discussion among participants.

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Art of Wellbeing

12 - 1 PM in Student Union 2.01.30 - Magnolia
Emotional Well-being

Art of Wellbeing is a weekly workshop provided by Wellbeing Services! Use different art mediums each week as a way to improve your overall well-being. RSVP on RowdyLink!

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Dirty Cokes with COEHD

12 - 1 PM at COEHD Student Success Center - Main Building 0.330
Emotional Well-being

Come by the COEHD Student Success Center and enjoy some Dirty Cokes. A pre-set menu will be provided; however, we encourage you to make your own combos! We will also have coloring books and some sensory toys while you sip and relax.

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Mastering Financial Health with Credit Human Workshop

12 PM in Student Union 2.02.12 - Willow Room
Financial Well-being

Learn why financial health matters, the impact of financial stress and helpful financial planning tools.
RSVP on Handshake to ensure enough food is available for everyone!

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Field Day

12-2 PM on the Student Union Lawn
Physical Well-being

Join the Student Involvement Center on the Student Union Lawn for some outdoor lawn games. It’s a great way to relax and have fun after class. Everyone is welcome, so come hang out and play!

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Yoga on the Lawn

1 PM on Brenan Lawn South
Spiritual Well-being

Participate in a relaxing, short yoga class outdoors on the lawn. Yoga mats will be provided.

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Paint and Reflect

1-3 PM in Business Building 1.01.20L
Emotional Well-being

The Alvarez Student Success Center invites students to slow down, tap into their creativity, and express their emotions through pumpkin painting. Using colors and designs that represent their mood, participants will reflect on what brings them calm during stressful times. This hands-on activity provides a fun seasonal break while promoting emotional well-being.

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Well-being Series: Credit Score and the Future of Your Money

1-3 PM at McKinney Humanities Building 3.376
Financial Well-being

Join the COLFA Student Success Center to learn the basics of credit scores and how to build credit for your future. RSVP on RowdyLink!

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Mindful Meditation

2-3 PM at HCAP Student Success Center - Multidisciplinary Studies Building 2.02.36
Spiritual Well-being

Take a break from the grind and join us to recharge and refocus. Through guided mindfulness exercises and meditation practices, students will learn techniques to reduce stress, improve focus, and reconnect with themselves. Whether you are just curious or already in practice, this event will provide a space to breathe, reflect, and reset.

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Enhancing Well-being Listening Session

3 PM at TBA
4:30 PM Virtual
Environmental Well-being

As part of our ongoing efforts to assess student wellbeing, Student Affairs invites you to this listening session, where you can share your thoughts, ideas, and experiences with well-being services and programs.

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Wellness Dialogue

4-5 PM in Student Union Denman Room
Emotional Well-being

This session is a wellness dialogue hosted by Wellbeing Services and the Department of Communication, exploring loneliness, connection, and ways to support well-being.

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Spa Night

5:30 PM at Health Science Center Campus - ALTC 3.301
Emotional Well-being

Join the HSC Office of Student Life for a Spa Night! Create your own body scrub or essential oil blend! Enjoy a complimentary face mask and hand mask as well!

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UCinema Night

6:30-8:30 PM in Student Union Retama Auditorium
Social Well-being

Kick back, relax, and enjoy a free movie screening with the Student Union! Whether you're looking for a study break or a fun night out with friends, this is the perfect way to unwind. Plus, we’ve got free popcorn to complete the experience!