AWARE – Student Ambassadors

#UFisAWARE Mental Health Awareness Week

March 27-31, 2023

UFisAWARE is a week organized by UFCWC and the AWARE ambassadors to bring awareness to the importance of student mental health at the University of Florida. Join us throughout the week of 03/27-03/31 for themed days full of exciting activities for UF students. This week is an opportunity to have important discussions around mental health, gain valuable management tools, destress, unwind, and chat with the CWC's AWARE ambassadors that help connect our campus community to mental health resources!

Schedule of Events:

03/27 - Positive Affirmations Day | 10:00AM–4:00PM at the Plaza of Americas
The purpose of this event is to challenge negative self-talk, and learn how to correct these behaviors in order to hold a higher and more positive view of oneself. Activities include mini journaling, and “Erase and Replace” Board. We would love to see our fellow students take positive steps in correcting their inner critic!

03/28 - Plant Day | 10:00AM–2:00PM on the Reitz North Lawn
Come experience the beauty of the great outdoors with us! Stop by to paint a pot and get free seeds! You will also have the opportunity to add a positive message on a leaf to our “Happy Tree,” as well as add a motivational message to kites that can be flown in the lawn.

03/29 - Healthy Habits Day | 10:00AM–4:00PM on the Reitz North Lawn
Join AWARE, Gator Well, Rec Sports, SKY, and Extreme Dance Company for an exciting day of practicing Healthy Habits! You can stop by anytime to partake in the recipe pickup and exchange to unleash your inner Gordon Ramsey! Additionally, stop by to pick up a Nature Walk Pamphlet and learn about how nature can improve mood, decrease anxiety, improve physical health…(there are countless benefits)! On top of that there will be activities hosted by Gator Well and Rec Sports and SKY will be offering introductory meditation sessions.

03/30 - Multicultural Mental Health Day | 5:00–6:30PM in Reitz Meeting Room G325
Join AWARE, Asian American Student Union, Brown Center for Leadership Changemakers, Korean Student Union, and the Collective for the Advancement of Minority Medical Scientists for Multicultural Mental Health Day. The purpose of this event is to acknowledge the importance of our unique experiences and backgrounds especially when it comes to mental health. Come out and participate in this discussion and bring questions/experiences that you would like to share on the topic!

03/31 - Art Day | 1:00-6:00PM at the Plaza of Americas
Tap into your creative side and express yourself through various artistic mediums such as tie-dying t-shirts with us. The purpose of this event is to get the creative juices flowing and experience the countless ways in which art can positively impact mental health such as reducing stress and improving overall mood.