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Healthier U e-Newsletter | Fall 2025

BE WELL, WORK WELL

Stony Brook — One of America’s Best In-State Employers 2025

  • Ranked #81 overall in New York State
  • 1 of only 5 universities to make the list in NYS
  • 1 of only 8 in the education category for NYS
  • SBU News

Spread Good Gossip for World Gratitude Day

  • World Gratitude Day is September 21
  • Why not spread some "good gossip" and send a Gratitude Gram
  • Let someone know they’re appreciated
  • stonybrook.edu/gratitude

Be Well, Work Well — Coming Soon

  • Join us on 10/7 from 11 AM to 2 PM in the SAC for our
  • Be Well, Work Well Employee Benefits & Wellness Fair
  • Because workplace wellness has never been more essential
  • Stay tuned here: stonybrook.edu/bewell

Aging in Place
A HEALTHIER UNIVERSITY BEGINS WITH A HEALTHIER U! This is a ciompliation of pohotos showcasign healthy lifestyle choices such as exercise, mindfulness and healthy eating.
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BE PROACTIVE

Blood Cancer Awareness Month

For many diagnosed, a bone marrow or stem cell transplant is their best chance at survival. Bone marrow donation process similar to donating blood.

National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Suicidal ideation can begin small. Learn the warning signs.

National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month

Maintaining a normal heart rhythm is important for lowering mortality rates. Afib.
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BE AWARE

Car Free Day Long Island

Monday, 9/22 is LI's Annual Car Free & the Office of Sustainability is asking for our help in making sure SBU is re-crowned as the Colleges/Universities Champion! Take the Pledge

Asthma Peak Week

Episodes peak third week of Sept due to several triggers at once: weed pollen, mold, respiratory infections, poor indoor air quality in schools, extreme weather & wildfires.

Aunt Flow's Bathroom Dispensers

Thanks to a grant from the Marilyn Simons Foundation, Healthier U has sponsored Aunt Flow’s free-vend menstrual product dispensers in 10 buildings across campus.
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BE THERE OR BE SQUARE

MOVE YOUR BODY

  • Couch to 5K Kick Off 9/17- 6-week program prepares you for the Wolfie Dash, our FREE 5K Walk/Run over Homecoming Weekend. The Couch
  • Wolfie Dash - FREE 5K Walk/Run 10/26 - Rain or shine - line-up begins at 9am in front of the SB Union Sign Up Here
  • FREE Spin, Yoga, Zumba (In-Person) Classes start the week of 9/8. All levels welcome Sign Up Here
  • Self-Defense Training by UPD Learn self-defense skills & adrenaline stress conditioning through scenario training Sign Up Here

MOVE YOUR MIND

  • Mindful Meditation Series (Virtual) Deepen your connection to the present moment. All levels welcome Sign Up Here
  • Wellness is a Journey 11/6 (Virtual) Let the Eight Dimensions of Wellness guide you on your wellness journey with Healthier U Sign Up Here
  • Yoga Nidra 11/13 (In-Person) Also known as "yogic sleep," Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation practice that promotes deep relaxation Sign Up Here
  • Behavior Change Workshop 11/18 (Virtual) Whatever behavior you’re looking to change, learn to build realistic, lasting habits with Healthier U Sign Up Here

WHAT'S GROWING NEXT

  • Be Well, Work Well Employee Benefits & Wellness Fair will be held on 10/7 from 11 AM to 2 PM, SAC Ballrooms A & B stonybrook.edu/bewell
  • Nature for Wellness Series (In-Person) From Bird Watching to Gourd-gous crafts, integrate nature into your wellness routine Sign Up Here 
  • Ayurveda 11/12 (In-Person) Emphasizes the mind, body, and spirit working in harmony to achieve optimal health Sign Up Here
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BE WELCOMING

Welcome Nicole Paterson, RYT-200

Currently pursuing her MSW at SBU, Nicole brings over a decade of experience designing & leading innovative programs that improve lives, is a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200) & certified instructor in multiple Adult & Youth Mental Health First Aid curricula, including tracks for higher education, veterans, public safety, & fire/EMS.
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BE A SHARER

Overnight Oats

This easy Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats recipe is the perfect way to start cozy up for the fall.

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