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As a new student, navigating college life for the first time can be both exciting and overwhelming. Between adjusting to classes, meeting new people, and exploring all that Tulane has to offer, it’s easy to forget how important it is to pause and care for yourself. Wellness looks different for everyone, and the good news is that Tulane provides a wide range of resources to support your wellbeing holistically.

Keep reading to discover upcoming opportunities to support yourself and one another!

Roll Wave!

College Programs | Newcomb-Tulane College

Tulane University is a place where we care for ourselves, each other, and our community out loud.

Throughout September, Wave of Support’s TUgether for Mental Health campaign invites Tulanians to come together to reduce stigma through education, learn new ways to support one another, and build a stronger campus community. This includes starting conversations with our friends, colleagues, and community about the ways mental health shows up in our lives and how we can support one another every day and in times of crisis.

More than 30 events are planned throughout the month – check out a few highlights below!

Apply for the Wave of Support Leadership Academy!

Are you interested in exploring the connection between leadership and the ways we care for ourselves, each other, and our community? Do you want to build skills you can use throughout your time at Tulane and make friends along the way?

Apply for the Wave of Support Leadership Academy! The application is open now on the Wave of Support WaveSync page.

The deadline to apply is Wednesday, September 10.

Join the First-Year Transition Support Group!

Starting September 12, Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) is offering a weekly support group designed just for first-year students. This group provides a safe space and support as you navigate common challenges like adjusting socially, balancing academics, or managing sleep. You’ll learn helpful tools for stress reduction, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and more.

When: Fridays, 11 AM-12 PM

Where: CAPS, Diboll Garage, 1st Floor

Interested? Contact CAPS at 504-314-2277 and request to be added to the group.

Join us for a trip to Vue Orleans and Café Du Monde!

This Beyond the Bubble trip is a perfect introduction to the city of New Orleans. Vue Orleans is a 360° taste of the city, offering breathtaking views from an observation deck atop one of the tallest buildings in New Orleans. After your viewing experience at Vue Orleans, we'll venture to another iconic site, Café Du Monde, for beignets on us. You can’t consider yourself a resident of New Orleans until you have their beignets!

When: Saturday, September 6, 1-3 PM

Transportation: Departs campus at 12:30 PM, returns by 3:30 PM

The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, September 3.

In Good Company: Launching Your Academic Year with Support and Connection

Stop by Front Porch Friday hosted by the Newcomb-Tulane College (NTC) Dean's Office to feast on delicious bites and dive into exciting conversations with the vibrant teams at NTC. Discover the endless resources and amazing opportunities that await you right here on campus. Don't miss out on this perfect chance to connect, learn, and make the most of your college journey! 

When: Friday, September 5, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Where: Cudd Hall, Warner Patio