"As an overwhelmed, busy college student, just like most of my peers, it can be difficult to make sure we are taking proper care of our wellbeing. Our bodies do so much for us, and we all must remember to thank them. Whether it be doing face mask, going for a walk on a sunny day, or even treating yourself to your favorite coffee, I try and do one thing each day for my well-being, and you should, too! Wellness, fitness, and balance are all passions of mine!"



-Lauryn S

Marketing, Storrs

"Wellness is important because it allows you to be the best version of yourself! Especially in college, it is so easy to forget to take care of yourself. Some simple ways I engage in wellness include using mindfulness activities like journaling and meditation. By doing daily reflections, I am better able to relieve my anxieties and be more grateful overall. Wellness is such a powerful tool, and I encourage everyone to engage in activities that will positively impact them!”



-Lydia N

Marketing, Storrs

Take some time for a break and participate in one of the stress relieving or social events on your campus as you prepare for finals week.

UConn Avery Point

Gingerbread House Contest

12/07

2:20 PM

Student Center

Teams can have up to 6 members. Gingerbread house will be provided with minimal decorations and additional decorating supplies will be available at an onsite candy store for donations to the

HuskyTHON. 

UConn Hartford

Snowflake Serenade

12/07

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM

HTB Atrium

Stop by the atrium to grab a goodie bag of socks, a blanket and heat pack.

Hydroflask Giveaway

12/07

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM

HTB Atrium

Get a hydroflask and decorate with your favorite stickers from USG's programming committee.

UConn Storrs

IZone Skillshare Session

12/10

3:30 PM - 5 PM

IZone Makerspace- Werth Tower 14

Our Paint Night with Bob Ross is back! Take a break from studying and unwind while Maker Specialist Thanks takes you on a happy little adventure following along with a Bob Ross Paint Session.

Snack Grab & Go

12/06

11 AM - 1 PM

Student Union 310

Keep your body fuel up while you are studying for finals and grab a snack courtesy of Student Activities! 

UConn Waterbury

ASG Inspiration Grids

12/05

12 PM - 2:30 PM

Lobby

Stop by the lobby to receive an Inspiration Grid kit from the Associated Student Government. Inspire yourself before finals and take a moment to relax!

ASG Cookies & Hot Chocolate

12/06

11:30 AM - 1 PM

Lobby

In the lobby of UConn Waterbury, Associated Student Government is giving out Insomnia Cookies to the campus! While you're picking up a cookie, make some hot cocoa at their make your own cocoa bar!

Mediation can improve your quality of life in a variety of ways as shown below:

• Stress reduction
• anxiety management
• depression management
• lowers blood pressure
• strengthen immunes system
• improves memory
• regulates mood 
• improves sleep

Breathing & Stretching Join us to practice breathing & stretches for stress management & to bring a calmness to our day. All students are welcome, & no experience is required to participate.

Thursdays

5:30pm – 6:30pm

Virtual- All Campuses

Take classes virtually with fellow Huskies to start moving. Exercise has proven benefits for gains in energy and focusing ability. Don't forget about their pre-recorded session that you could even do outdoors to get some fresh air! 

U Conn Rec Center offers in person group fitness courses and on demand fitness classes that can be accessed by any UConn Student.

Therapeutic Yoga skillfully blends movement (yoga poses/somatic exploration) and breathwork, with a meditative focus for a full body practice that calms, nurtures, strengthens and opens one into flexibility of body and mind.

Tuesdays: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Thursdays: 4 pm - 5 pm

Can't make the live session on Tuesday or Thursday?

Click the button for pre-recorded classes.

Office Hours: DROP-IN (no appointment required)

Location: Various

Mondays - Fridays

The Let's Talk: Mental Health Office Hours program provides informal, confidential consultation with therapists from SHaW. The service is free of charge and offered on a first come, first served basis.

Clinicians provide support, coaching, and connect students to other campus resources as needed.

Who is it for?

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend

The Let's Talk: Mental Health Office Hours program provides informal, confidential consultation with therapists from SHaW. The service is free of charge and offered on a first come, first served basis.

Clinicians provide support, coaching, and connect students to other campus resources as needed.

Who is it for?

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend

Virtual

Wednesdays 1 PM- 3 PM

If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis and you are not sure who to talk to or reach out to.  Please know that you are not alone. We have compiled a list of some resources for next steps.

• If you are experiencing a serious and immediate life-threatening crisis, please bypass calling Student Health and Wellness and call 911 or the UConn Police Department immediately. 



• BeWell@UConn offers free and confidential mental health support 24/7/365 by calling (833) 308-3040

Mental Health Support - All Campuses

Offers free and confidential mental health support 24/7/365.

833-308-3040

Advice Nurse - All Campuses

We have an advice nurse available 24/7 during the regular academic year. Free and confidential.

860-486-4700

Crisis Text Line

For 24/7 text-based mental health support, text HOME to 741741

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

For 24/7 free and confidential support by phone.

Call or Text 988

Examples of a mental health crises include: thoughts or plans to hurt yourself or someone else, engaging in life-threatening behaviors, and/or recent assault or trauma.