Upcoming Events

• checking how closely your current thought habits align with the thinking patterns that are most strongly associated with resilience

• ways to tackle the worry loops and shift them to constructive action planning

• the cognitive / thinking strategies that increase
  stress hardiness,
  the growth mindset,
  recovery from adversity,
  and thriving despite the pressure of challenging situations/circumstances

This session meets ON-LINE with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic.

From Wednesday, June 4, 2025 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT at Online.

Uncertainty feeds worry, escalating anxiety.  

Learn research-based tips and approaches

for decreasing anxiety and worry in the midst of stressful world events,

to help cope more effectively through the turbulence.

This two-hour evening workshop includes:

• skills for navigating the stress and anxiety that naturally escalates during unpredictable, tumultuous circumstances

• how to become more comfortable in the face of uncertainty

• ways to shift from catastrophic worrying to constructive thinking 

• tips for weathering life’s storms and turning challenges into stepping stones 

• self-regulation strategies for promoting a centre of calm

This session meets ON-LINE with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic.

Details and registration are at https://www.SelfRegulationSkills.ca/programs/effective-coping-skills/

From Wednesday, May 28, 2025 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT at Online.

Join us for a beginner-level yoga class. This class will provide useful tactics for using yoga to reduce stress during the exam season!

This class is completely free and doesn't require a gym membership!

From Tuesday, April 1, 2025 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM EDT at GGAC - Studio 302.

Details to Come!

In the case of poor weather, the event will be rescheduled for April 7th.

From Friday, April 4, 2025 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT at Meet Outside JT Powell.

Beyond the Books is a mental health literacy training that will first provide participants with general information on the prevalence of mental challenges and illness in our university community. It will then help participants to identify signs of troubling behaviour or distress, and give them skills to engage in a preliminary discussion to determine if referral to a professional is necessary.

Participants will also learn how and where to refer appropriately in a compassionate and effective manner. This session is designed for individuals who do not have ongoing relationships with individuals but whose roles are such that they may have one-off, in-depth conversations. Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to attend! Instructors are qualified from the Wellness Education Centre.

Questions? Email mentalhealth.training@uoguelph.ca

From Wednesday, April 16, 2025 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM EDT at Online.

Join Student Wellness Services and Athletics on March 26th from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm in Branion Plaza to raise awareness about mental health stigma, grab some free hot chocolate, participate in fun activities, and win prizes (including a free NRG fitness pass)!

From Wednesday, March 26, 2025 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM EDT at Branion Plaza.

Join us at the Harm Reduction Resource Fair, where organizations such as Sanguen, Drink Smart, YMCA Three Rivers, Homewood Health, the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, WDG Public Health, SRC, and WEPC will be sharing valuable resources and support.

From Wednesday, March 19, 2025 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM EDT at UC Courtyard.

Having trouble finding the energy and motivation to grocery shop and prepare food? Finding it hard to think of things that you even like the taste of? Low appetite can create a frustrating cycle that leads to lower intake, lower energy and even lower mood or higher anxiety.

Join Lindzie O’Reilly, Student Wellness Services Registered Dietitian, to learn about:

• Some of the reasons low appetite may occur, including stress, anxiety, depression, medication
• The difference between hunger and appetite
• Strategies to manage low appetite so that it doesn’t further contribute to low mood, low energy, or poor concentration and focus

This is an in-person event with an option to join virtually

Click here to join the meeting

From Wednesday, April 2, 2025 2:30 PM to 3:20 PM EDT at JTP Rm 2259.

Tired of tossing and turning at night? Join us for the Better Sleep Workshop, where you’ll learn practical tips and hands-on techniques to improve your sleep quality!

In this interactive session, you’ll discover the science behind sleep and why good rest is essential. You'll learn easy, evidence-based sleep strategies to fall asleep faster and wake up refreshed and explore mindfulness techniques and bedtime routines that promote deep, restful sleep. Also, you can participate in a DIY Aromatherapy Slime/Stress Ball activity—a fun, sensory tool to help you relax before bed.

Bonus: Take home your DIY relaxation tool and a sleep self-care kit to start your journey to better sleep!

From Thursday, March 20, 2025 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM EDT at J. T. Powell - Room 1146.

Did you know that the most common STIs, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, show no symptoms and are easily treated? Come get tested and find out your status! It can be as easy as peeing in a cup!

You can get tested at our free STI Testing Day on Tuesday, March 11th from 11:30am until 4:00pm in the UC Courtyard. Come out to pick up resources and enter a draw for a chance to win a pair of Beats Solo 3 headphones or grocery store gift cards! This event is hosted in collaboration with Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health.

From Tuesday, March 11, 2025 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM EDT at University Centre Courtyard.

Planning on going out for St. Patrick's Day? Come out to the UC Courtyard on Friday, March 14 from noon-2:00pm to pick up drinks, snacks, and resources to have a safer night and better morning. Enter our draw for a chance to win a bluetooth speaker!

From Friday, March 14, 2025 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM EDT at UC Courtyard.

Did you know that stressed is desserts spelled backwards?? It’s really normal to experience an increase in cravings during periods of high stress. That said, experiencing cravings that feel impulsive or unmanageable can be distressing. Attempting to manage cravings by avoiding specific foods or food situations can actually make cravings worse.

Join Lindzie O’Reilly, Student Wellness Services Registered Dietitian, to learn about:

• The many reasons that cravings can occur
• Adopting a compassionate approach to fueling your body and mind
• Nutrition strategies to support you in managing stress, anxiety, and cravings

This is an in-person event with the option to join virtually

Click here to join the meeting

From Wednesday, March 26, 2025 2:30 PM to 3:20 PM EDT at JTP Rm 2259.

Learn proven, drug-free strategies to fall asleep (or back to sleep) more easily, and get more energy from sleep.  

This skills program provides information and instruction in the cognitive / behavioural techniques most effective for decreasing insomnia and promoting more restful sleep. 
It includes :
*  the sleep behaviours most highly recommended by sleep researchers
*  strategies for addressing mid night awakenings
*  techniques to clear the mind of unproductive self-talk, worry and mental chatter
*  how to avoid the ‘Big Mistake’ that prevents quality sleep

Go at your own pace through each lesson in this special online, on-demand sleep skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic.  
A new lesson arrives in your e-mail box once a week for five weeks. 
You have lifetime access to the lessons and can begin today!

Why wait until 7:00 pm on March 25  -  you can start anytime, whenever you register, since it is on-demand!

Learn more and register at https://selfregulationskills.ca/programs/better-sleep/  

From Tuesday, March 25, 2025 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM EDT at Online.

Join Off-Campus Living and Student Wellness to learn tips and tricks about keeping yourself and others safe while partying this St Patrick's Day! We will be providing free party kits (snacks & resources) to everyone who attends - supplies are limited and it is first come, first served :) Snacks will also be provided! 

From Wednesday, March 12, 2025 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM EDT at Peter Clark Hall South Wing.

Beyond the Books is a mental health literacy training that will first provide participants with general information on the prevalence of mental challenges and illness in our university community. It will then help participants to identify signs of troubling behaviour or distress, and give them skills to engage in a preliminary discussion to determine if referral to a professional is necessary.

Participants will also learn how and where to refer appropriately in a compassionate and effective manner. This session is designed for individuals who do not have ongoing relationships with individuals but whose roles are such that they may have one-off, in-depth conversations. Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to attend! Instructors are qualified from the Wellness Education Centre.

Questions? Email mentalhealth.training@uoguelph.ca

From Tuesday, March 11, 2025 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM EDT at Online.

Are you interested in becoming a peer helper? Join us at the peer recruitment event on Monday March 3rd from 12:00 - 2:00 pm in the University Centre south courtyard to explore the different teams and discover how you can get involved with Student Wellness! Enjoy interactive games and access helpful resources when you stop by!

From Monday, March 3, 2025 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST at University Centre South Courtyard.

Join us as we close out Dry February with our Substance Use Bingo night! Play across three rounds of bingo for a chance to win gift cards, movie tickets, Lego, and a weighted stuffed animal!

From Thursday, March 6, 2025 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM EST at Brass Taps.

Do you know someone who has caused harm? Do you know how to make space to hold people accountable for their actions and respond to them as a human being with compassion? Join the SAFE team at an interactive workshop, facilitated by Robyn Ocean (she/her) is a public educator, counsellor and coach, specializing in gender-based violence. In this workshop, we will use a case scenario to learn about survivor support, recognizing your feelings, how to approach the situation, and what the next steps look like. Let’s uphold safety while shifting from our toxic cancel culture. 

This event will take place at East Town Hall on Thursday, March 6, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm. This is a free event with Free Food! 

From Thursday, March 6, 2025 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM EST at East Village Town Hall.

Come join Student Wellness Services and Residence Life to learn how to make some fun mocktails, starting at 6:45 pm! The event runs until 8 pm and you will have a chance to make and try 4 non-alcoholic drinks.

During this session you will learn how to make:

- Virgin Appletini
- Virgin Pot of Gold
- Virgin Irish Mojito
- Virgin Orange Creamsicle Mocktail

Registration is required but the best part… it’s free for anyone who registers and attends! However, if you register and can’t make it, we will need to charge a $15.00 fee. If something comes up, just send us an email in advance to thehub@uoguelph.ca, and we’ll happily release your spot to someone on the waitlist, so you won’t be charged. A confirmation of your registration will be sent in advance. Register today at: https://uoguelph.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3UACPsagyCCoaAS 

We appreciate your understanding and can’t wait to see you there! :)

From Wednesday, March 12, 2025 6:45 PM to 8:00 PM EDT at East Townhall.

Hey Gryphons! Join the S.A.F.E. (Sexual Assault Free Environment) team this Wednesday to watch Pitch Perfect and a discussion on recognizing different red flags within relationships!

Bring a friend and stop by from 5:30-7:30pm on Wednesday February 26th in the J.T. Powell boardroom!

We hope to see you there!

From Wednesday, February 26, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM EST at J.T. Powell 1146 (Boardroom).