Eating Disorders affect people of all genders, sexual orientations, ages, socioeconomic class, abilities, races, and ethnic backgrounds. That is why, from February 1st to 7th every year, Eating Disorder groups across Canada unite to commemorate Eating Disorder Awareness Week (EDAW) with a national week of action focused on educating the public about Eating Disorders.
Join Student Health and Wellness to learn some simple mindfulness practices you can use in daily life. Even a few mindful minutes can help you let go of negativity, slow down racing throughs, and calm both your body and mind.
Self-care is important. Why not make it a habit to Take10?
Contact orluwell@lakeheadu.ca for more information.
The cutest kind of stress relief is back on campus!
Join Therapy Dogs from St. John Ambulance in the Simcoe Hall Learning Commons from 1 - 2PM on Tuesday February 28th for some exam stress relief!
Contact orluwell@lakeheadu.ca with any questions.
The Refresh Sleep program aims to provide Lakehead students, staff and faculty with the skills and strategies to achieve more restful nights.
When you join the Refresh Sleep program, you will receive a weekly email for eight weeks that has an attached PDF with important information and tips that have been proven to help improve sleep. It is encouraged to spend at least thirty minutes per week with the program information. The materials include information about:
Did you know most people don’t know they have an STI because they have never had any symptoms? Getting a routine STI test is an important way to help keep you and your partners safe.
Drop-in at the Wellness Centre for a routine STI test and a free slice of pizza!
Make STI testing a routine part of your health care.
Contact orluwell@lakeheadu.ca with any questions.
Make STI testing a routine part of your health care.
Book a test at Student Health and Wellness during the month of February and get a Free Persian!
By appointment only. Call 807-343-8361 to book.
Practice a self-guided meditation by walking through the Labyrinth. The Walking Labyrinth is set up and available to use all day Monday - Friday in the dining hall.
All staff, students, and faculty can participate!
Buy a warm beverage at the coffee kiosk in Simcoe Hall for someone who helps you thrive, and add their name to the THRIVE board to redeem their drink later in the week. If you find your name on the THRIVE board, you inspired someone and they bought you a drink to redeem at the kiosk! Get ready to Thrive!
All staff, students, and faculty can participate!
Ready to kick off the year with clarity and creativity? Come join us for our drop-in Career Vision Board Workshop hosted by Career and Co-op Services on Tuesday, January 24th from 2 pm-4 pm in Simcoe Hall! Jumpstart your journey to success by mapping out your career goals with a vision board - get inspired, get creative, and get ready to thrive!
This event is for students only.
Presented by LUSU and Student Health and Wellness and hosted by Mz Molly Poppinz, come to the Outpost. Prizes for winners!
No registration required, prizes for game winners!
