Dear New Student Programs, 

Your unique Becoming Orange journey includes discovering what wellness means to you. From required tasks to the Barnes Center at The Arch Dimensions of Wellness, the Orange community supports building holistic wellness.



For additional information or questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to New Student Programs at 315.443.9187 or by emailing welcome@syr.edu.

Barnes Center at The Arch

Discover what wellness means to you.

As the hub for student wellness, the Barnes Center at The Arch features programs, services and offerings that promote holistic health and well-being, all in one accessible, centralized space on campus. 

• Dimensions of Wellness: Similar to a guiding compass, they will help you learn and define what wellness means to you.
• Counseling: Individual sessions, group therapy and more.
• Health Care: Offers a variety of confidential services. 
• Health Promotion and Education: Wellness Leadership Institute, Health Hubs, pet therapy, Headspace and more.
• Pharmacy: Don’t forget to explore the retail space too!
• Recreation: With climbing, swimming, exercising with state-of-the-art equipment, group fitness classes and more, there is something for everyone! 

Prioritized Required Tasks

Completing these Prioritized Required Tasks will allow you to complete your course registration, move into your residence hall, access campus resources and more.

• Due Immediately: Provide Proof of COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster
• Due Immediately: Health History Form
• Due Immediately: Immunization Records
• Due Immediately: Minor Consent Form (if applicable.)
• Due Immediately: Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Questionnaire

Community Wellness Requirements

Due: Monday, Feb. 27, 2023

Please note, dates have been updated. Opening Monday, Jan. 9, 2023, these activities build connection, promote community well-being and help you learn more about health and wellness resources and programs.

• Due Feb. 27: Virtual Speak About It Assignment
• Due Feb. 27: Three Training Modules (AlcoholEdu, Sexual Assault Prevention and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion)

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