Wellness Week: April 11th-15th
Meet us live at one or all of these virtual 15 minute sessions, which occur twice each day at 9am and again at 5pm. Click the buttons below to sign up for a reminder and find the link to join for each session in Nexus. These sessions are designed for your body and mind to find REST, ways to RECHARGE, and help you be READY for a strong finish to this academic year. Every student who joins will receive a UConn School of Business sleep mask to help you celebrate the importance of rest. While you do need to log in so we can capture your name to send the mask, do not worry, you will not need to turn your camera on to participate. We hope you will join us as we seek to empower you in your wellness journey.
Additional Wellness Resources
Upcoming Student Health and Wellness Events
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2/24
UConn Sexpert Drop-In Hours
UConn Sexpert Drop-In Hours
Monday, February 24th, 2025
10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Wilson Residence Hall
UConn Sexpert Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a free service offered by peer health educators, the UConn Sexperts, on the UConn Storrs campus!
Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a great option for students who have questions about sex and sexual health, are looking for a non-judgmental, laid-back environment to discuss a sex related concern or issue, or are interested in improving their sexual health and personal well-being. Our UConn Sexperts are trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of topics pertaining to sex, sexual health, and relationships.
- Mondays: 10am-1pm
- Tuesdays: 10am-12pm
- Wednesdays: 9am-6pm
- Thursdays: 9am-6pm
- Fridays: 2pm-5pm
UConn Sexperts (and supervising staff) are designated confidential employees under UConn’s Title IX Reporting Obligations. Peer support sessions are for educational and support purposes only. Peer support visits are not on-call or emergency services, and are not for individualized medical advice, nor are they counseling or therapy.
For more information, visit: studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts
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2/24
Let’s Talk with Fumi
Let’s Talk with Fumi
Monday, February 24th, 2025
10:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Student Union
Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:
- Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
- Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
- Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
- Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
- If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.
This session is held by Fumi Sowah, LCSW
Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.
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2/24
Substance Use Risk Reduction Peer Health Educators Drop-In Hours
Substance Use Risk Reduction Peer Health Educators Drop-In Hours
Monday, February 24th, 2025
11:15 AM - 01:15 PM
Wilson Hall South Building
Substance Use Risk Reduction Peer Educators are here to offer a safe and non-judgmental space for students to talk about anything related to alcohol, cannabis, or other substance use- whether it’s for yourself or someone you care about. Our peer heath educators are students just like you, trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of substance use topics.
- Monday: 11:15 am to 1:15 pm
- Tuesday: 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
- Wednesday: 10 am to 12 pm & 5 pm to 7 pm
- Thursday: 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Student Health and Wellness peer educators are designated confidential employees under UConn’s Title IX Reporting Obligations. Peer Support sessions are for educational and support purposes only. Peer support visits are not on-call or emergency services, and are not for individualized medical advice, nor are they counseling or therapy.
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2/24
Let’s Talk with Chelsea for NCAA Student Athletes
Let’s Talk with Chelsea for NCAA Student Athletes
Monday, February 24th, 2025
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Field House
Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:
- Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
- Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
- Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
- Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
- If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.
This session is held by Chelsea Morales, PsyD
Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.
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2/24
Let’s Talk with Fumi
Let’s Talk with Fumi
Monday, February 24th, 2025
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Hilda May Williams Building
Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:
- Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
- Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
- Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
- Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
- If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.
This session is held by Fumi Sowah, LCSW
Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.
The Wellness Coalition is an interdisciplinary, university-wide network of students, staff, and faculty charged with creating a thriving, connected academic community that supports the full potential of every student. Currently over 80 students, staff, and faculty representing ten schools and colleges, and twenty-two departments, including UConn Health and the regional campuses, serve on the Wellness Coalition.