10:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Regenstein Library (1100 E 57th St, Chicago, IL 60637) |
Take a paws from finals season and recharge with certified therapy dogs at Pet Love! Stop by the Reg for a dose of tail wags, cuddles, and stress relief. Spending time with therapy animals has been shown to reduce anxiety, boost mood, and offer a comforting moment of connection during busy times of the quarter.
Come as you are, stay as long as you like — and leave feeling a little more pawsitive! 🐶✨
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| | Stress Less, Study Best: Relaxation Tips for Finals Week☕ |
Finals Are Stressful, Studying Is Vital… So, Where Does Relaxation Fit In? |
- Reframe Your Thoughts
- Negative self-talk can raise stress levels and create pressure to perform perfectly. Shifting these thoughts to a more neutral perspective can help you stay motivated and treat yourself with compassion.
- Mindfulness Techniques: 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise
- 5 things you can see: Take a moment to look around and notice five visual details.
- 4 things you can feel:
Tune into your sense of touch. Notice four physical sensations. - 3 things you can hear:
Listen for three sounds in your environment. - 2 things you can smell:
Identify two scents around you. If nothing stands out, simply focus on the natural rhythm of your breathing. - 1 thing you can taste:
Pay attention to any taste in your mouth, or take a slow sip of water to help anchor your awareness.
- Make Sure to Take Study Breaks
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A Conversation with Jenn! |
An Inside Look at Our Mental Health Services Team |
Jenn is a staff psychologist who uses multicultural and intersectional approaches to support students with historically marginalized identities, especially Latinx/e and LGBTQIA+ clients. Her clinical focus includes identity development, self-esteem, anxiety, relationship concerns, career counseling, and training/supervision.
When students are stressed, Jenn always recommends a change of scenery. As the cold weather settles in, she suggests stepping outside for a moment to enjoy a breath of air during study breaks. Outside of work, Jenn enjoys collage, art museums, and thrifting.
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| Education: PhD and MA in Counseling Psychology from University of Texas, Austin. Clinical Internship at NC State University Counseling Center. BA in Psychology and Sociology with a minor in Women and Gender Studies from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
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😎 What Kind of Learner Are You?
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This quiz explores different ways people absorb information—whether you thrive through visuals, hands-on tasks, listening, or a mix of everything. It’s your chance to uncover the study strategies that actually work for you. As finals approach, there’s no better time to lean into your strengths and learn a little more about yourself. Let’s see what your learning style reveals!
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| Finals Week Perspective: Your Journey Doesn’t Have to Be Linear 📈
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In this talk, David Epstein gently pushes back on the idea that you need to find your purpose early. Through stories of mathematicians, athletes, and other so-called late bloomers, he shows how exploring, drifting, and trying things out can lead to a more authentic path.
As we head into finals week, his message feels especially grounding. It’s easy to believe that our worth rests on immediate outcomes or perfectly linear progress. But this video invites us to step back and remember that school is only one part of who we are becoming. Even now, amid deadlines, exams, and pressure, we can take time to pause, breathe, and trust that it’s okay to still be figuring things out. Real growth doesn’t come from rushing or forcing ourselves into a narrow path, but from learning with curiosity, patience, and kindness toward ourselves.
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