Welcome back teaching candidates! Drop by for a coffee & snack and start the new semester off with your wellness top of mind.
November is Financial Literacy Month and Lakehead University is excited to host our Financial Literacy "Take Over" event at Student Central to help empower you with the skills and knowledge you need in order to become financially literate.
Connect with financial experts from Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Assante Capital Management Ltd., and Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in a casual and relaxed atmosphere in Simcoe Hall and enter for a chance to win Lakehead swag and gift cards from the Bookstore and Amazon.
Visit our table in Simcoe Hall between 12:30 and 4 pm on the following dates to get all of your financial questions answered:
Contact Student Central for more information in-person at our Student Central front desk inside the main doors of Simcoe Hall, by email at studentcentral@lakeheadu.ca, or by phone at 705-330-4010 ext. 8500.
As the snow starts to fall and temperatures dip below freezing, we’d like to share a few tips to help keep you safe this season:
Remember, prevention is ALWAYS better than recovery.
If you have any security or parking-related questions please don't hesitate to drop by the Security Services offices by Student Central.
Pick up a "Take What You Need" exam kit from Student Health and Wellness with tips and tools to support you through final exams this semester! Choose the exam kit that suits your needs and feel the benefits of prioritizing your mental well-being!
I need...
Pick up a "Take What You Need" exam kit from Student Health and Wellness with tips and tools to support you through final exams this semester! Choose the exam kit that suits your needs and feel the benefits of prioritizing your mental well-being!
I need...
With the colder weather approaching it is essential that we keep our activity levels up and continue to monitor our mental and physical health. The Canadian 24 Hour Movement Guideline recommends 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous aerobic physical activity, plus several hours of light physical activity, and yet children and adults are becoming too sedentary and sitting for prolonged periods. Getting enough movement can become even more difficult as we head into colder weather. Researchers from the University of Cambridge found that physical activity was lower in autumn and winter compared to spring; with average activity levels across the children peaked in April at 65.3 min/day and reached its lowest level in February at 47.8 min/day. They also found that boys’ activity levels changed more than girls’ throughout the year, but remained higher than girls’ at all times. However, on average the boys achieved the minimum recommended activity levels in winter whereas the girls only reached this goal during the summer.
While being active in the winter months we need to make sure we are prepared and ready to be outside for prolonged periods. To be prepared you need to make sure you are wearing lots of layers, have water, and proper attire including winter boots, hats, and gloves to keep your extremities warm and limit the possibility of frostbite. The cold weather is not all bad when trying to keep active, as it has its advantages compared to the heat. Some of these reasons are that you don’t need to deal with any humidity, it's a great way to take in the sunlight during the winter months, and exercise can help build your immunity during cold and flu season.
Here are some ways to keep up your activity levels in the winter:
Tessa Wilkins, Peer Wellness Educator Lead
When you are busy with exams- your health and wellbeing can get put on the back burner but Student Health and Wellness, with the help of Wolfie, is challenging you to find balance during this stressful period.
This event includes online challenges that cover healthy eating and cooking, stress management, sexual health, substance use, physical activity, self-care and rest.
From Dec. 5 to 16, students can participate on Instagram.
It's that time of year again! Take time for yourself over the winter break by signing up for the Winter WellU Wishlist. Evidence-based wellness practices will be delivered right to your inbox to help you make yourself a priority and reset for the new year.
You will receive your first email on December 18 and receive 14 emails over the winter break.
Open to all members of the Lakehead community.
As the snow starts to fall and the temperatures dip below freezing, Lakehead does its best to monitor weather conditions and the latest forecasts. In the rare instance we cancel classes or examinations due to weather conditions we will notify students, faculty and staff via:
We will also notify regional media – radio, television, and newspaper. To stay informed, please check the above sources often.
Naturopathic Medicine can help you maintain good mental health! No matter what your area of postsecondary study, the pressure of end-of-term due dates and exams can cause significant anxiety for students of all ages. The most recent statistics indicate that about 25% of students experience significant anxiety and/or depression that specifically relates to school.
Naturopathic medicine can help to address anxiety, stress and any related concerns such as sleep problems and set you up for success at any time of the school year.
A Naturopathic treatment plan for anxiety may include advice about:
Supplements: Your ND can help determine a safe and effective supplement prescription for you that is compatible with any prescription medications you may be taking. These recommendations vary based on the individual circumstances that trigger your anxiety and stress.
Regardless of what you’re struggling with, naturopathic medicine can help support your mood and reduce anxiety so that you can feel more prepared to tackle the end-of-semester stresses with greater confidence and ease.
Thunder Bay
If you’re curious about how naturopathic medicine can help you, please call us at 807-683-7287 or go online to book a free 10-minute consultation at tbaynaturopathic.ca.
Many extended healthcare insurance plans cover the fees for naturopathic treatments. Appointments are available on Mondays on campus at Student Health and Wellness.
Orillia
Students can request an appointment with the Naturopath on mySuccess. Appointments are covered through your student health and wellness fee. Appointments are available on Wednesdays at the Wellness Centre or virtually.
