FAM Wellness Day

10:00am - 11:00am (La Casita)

The CWC wants to know about your campus experience. A consultation/check-in space focused on learning about the students' experiences on campus. There could be an option to submit anonymous written feedback or talk to the counselor.

Facilitator: Dr. Ana Cikara

10:00am, 10:30am, 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 2:30pm (La Casita)

The purpose of this wellness session is to combine the power of gaming with therapeutic practices to create a supportive and fun space for students to address stress, build resilience and foster connections with peers. Whether you are a hardcore gamer or a casual player, you will find a place in this space where your passion for gaming can be harnessed to promote self-care and mental health within your community.

Facilitator: Melissa Justis

10:30am-11:15am(IBC)

The purpose of this session is to highlight the importance of creativity in liberation and wellness. Participants will engaged in a creative activity and reflect on how creativity has supported (and can continue to) support their wellness. Participants may choose to have their reflections compiled and (anonymously) shared to inspire others.

Facilitators: Michelle Langkop & Dr. Jen Place

11:00am - 2:30pm (LaCasita/IBC courtyard)

Creative gratitude exercise- A table dedicated to creating notes of appreciation to people, places, and things the students are thankful for. We will provide cards, supplies, prompts, and encouragement to help students create a physical expression of gratitude they can share.

Facilitators: Trinidy Thomas & Erika Long

11:30 am, 12:00 pm, and/or 12:30 pm (IBC)

Together, we will explore metaphors within poetry and music, with the intention of finding meaning in our experiences. Additionally, we will consider the healing power of finding wisdom in nature symbolism. Creative conceptualizations that dive deeper than the human mind's typical thoughts may help with discovering insights about complex situations.

Facilitators: Drs. Shu-Yi Wang and Emi Lenes

11:00am - 11:45am (IBC)

Participants will be able to join in a small group space to consult and discuss healing through the arts as students

Facilitators: Dr. Ebony Okafor & Brittany Bridges

La Casita/IBC courtyard

Visit all tables and find useful information about: RecSports, Gatorwell, Office of Victim Services, Office of Academic Support, Student Health Care Center and more!