Randomizer with the Responsible Gambling Council

Event Date: 
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Outside Main Cafeteria

Come test your skills against the Randomizer on Monday, November 18 from 11am – 2pm, outside the Main Cafeteria. The Responsible Gambling Council is presenting its new program the Randomizer for young adults with an interactive kiosk, specially staffed display and fantastic giveaways including three scholarship awards. Drop by, say hello and see if you have the skills to #BeatTheRandomizer!

WellU Wednesday: Fall Flavours

Event Date: 
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Library Courtyard

Embrace the cozy vibes of autumn and nourish your body and soul at our Fall Food event!

The Fresh Market will be available for students, staff and faculty (payment by card only) and Student Health and Wellness, the Food Resource Centre and Dietitians from TBDHU will be on hand for delicious seasonal flavours and activities with important discussions on food security and well-being. Learn about resources and support systems available both on and off campus.

WellU Wednesday: Rom Coms and Red Flags

Event Date: 
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 7:15pm to 9:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
UC 1017

As a part of Consent Awareness Week, drop by for a rom-com movie night and spot the red flags in some of our favourite romantic comedy tropes.

Refreshments provided! 

WellU Wednesday: Crafternoon Kick-Off

Event Date: 
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Agora

Don't miss out on this chance to recharge your mind and nurture your creativity with Student Health and Wellness as we kick off Crafternoons for the 2024/25 Academic year. Let's paint, craft, and relax together!

We'll be painting small ceramic pots with soil and seeds to plant at the end. Pots are limited and will be available first come, first served.

Mental Health Mondays: Student Health and Wellness Speed Meet

Event Date: 
Monday, September 23, 2024 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
PACI 3007

Come out for a snack and meet the Student Health and Wellness Counsellors and Staff.  Holly, Irene, Alexa, Lindsey and Mel will be at PACI in the restorative Justice Room to say hello, answer questions about counselling, health services and wellness programming and provide information about all the health and wellness resources available to you.

 

Fill Your Cup

Event Date: 
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 11:00am to 1:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Bora Laskin Education Building

Calling all teaching candidates! Drop by our table to learn more about Student Health and Wellness Services and Supports and how to keep your cup full throughout the upcoming year!

Student Wellness Advisory Team Meeting

Event Date: 
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Zoom

Are you passionate about health and wellness? Do you want to help inform wellness initiatives on campus and provide insight from the student's perspective? Join the Student Health and Wellness Advisory Team.

The Student Wellness Advisory Team (SWAT) aims to facilitate student input into the overall operations of Student Health and Wellness, Lakehead University’s Wellness Strategy and Student Health and Wellness’ Health Promotion Strategy.  Members shall serve as ambassadors concerning the overall health and wellness of the student population.  

Open to students from both Thunder Bay and Orillia campuses. Learn more about member responsibilities and how to apply by visiting lakeheadu.ca/shw-swat

Participation in SWAT can be added to your co-curricular record. 

Naloxone Training

Event Date: 
Monday, September 16, 2024 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Student Health and Wellness Activity Room

Student Health and Wellness have partnered with Superior Points Harm Reduction Program to offer Naloxone training to Lakehead students. Participants will learn about the symptoms of opioid overdose and when and how to use naloxone.

There is no cost for the training, however, registration is required and spaces are limited. Each participant will receive a naloxone kit.

Registration Required! Sign up here.

Open to students, faculty, staff, and all members of the Lakahead community.

safeTALK

Event Date: 
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - 12:30pm to 4:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Student Health and Wellness Activity Room

In recognition of Suicide Prevention Day, Student Health and Wellness is offering safeTALK to all Lakehead students, faculty and staff.

safeTALK is a 4-hour, in-person workshop to build skills in suicide prevention. Participants will learn how to recognize and engage with someone thinking about suicide, overcome attitudes that act as barriers to help, talk openly about suicide and connect with intervention resources for further support.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion, registration is required.

Registration is required, space is limited. Register here

Open to students, faculty, and staff!

Mindful Meditation

Event Date: 
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, July 3, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 - 11:45am to 12:15pm EDT
Event Location: 
Student Health and Wellness Activity Room

Join Student Health and Wellness for live, counsellor-led mindful meditation sessions every Wednesday in our activity room.

No experience necessary – whether you are new to mindfulness or practice regularly, having the support of a group can help strengthen your practice.

Open to all students, staff and faculty.

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