Don't forget to join us for Stress Relief Day + Pet Love on Wednesday, October 26th from 11:30-1:30 in Reynolds Club and Hutchinson Courtyard! Student Wellness and the Center for Leadership and Involvement co-host this mid-quarter break for students to engage in stress relieving activities such as chair massage, aromatherapy, DIY stress relief kits, lawn games or taking a break to enjoy some hot apple cider. Plus enjoy quality time with adorable therapy dogs that are part of the Pet Love program! 

Take 10 is an initiative intended to encourage all members of the UChicago community to rest and connect with others. Join us to participate in Take 10 events from 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM across campus on Thursdays this Autumn Quarter! Drop by and take a break with us!

Restorative yoga classes at UChicago Student Wellness will help ease tension and melt your worries away. Using props like blocks, bolsters, and blankets, you will relax into postures that are held for several minutes at a time. We use mindful breathing and meditation techniques that are sure to leave you calmer and more grounded than when you walked in the door. Join us at the Student Wellness Center on Tuesdays from 4-5 PM. 

Mindfulness Meditation classes include instruction and practice of mindfulness meditation and mind/body techniques to help reduce stress. Register for our Basics Mindfulness Meditation class today! 

Wellness Coaching allows students to examine their strengths with a wellness coach to navigate transitions and achieve desired changes they’d like to make in their lives. Students interested in individual coaching may sign up here. More details can be found on our website. To schedule an initial appointment, students should log into my.WellnessPortal to schedule their initial session. 

Let's Talk provides easy access to free, informal, and confidential consultations with therapists from UChicago Student Wellness. No appointment is necessary. In-person sessions are held throughout Fall Quarter. Let's Talk has more information.

Buddy Up offers graduate and professional students the opportunity to join a network of peers wanting to meet with students across campus. Students are paired up with a new buddy every two weeks. Students may register here or email Carolyn Banner at cbanner@uchicago.edu with questions.

Walking Buddies connects students with other students from their neighborhood who are interested in walking or running for fun. Open to all current graduate and professional students, you will connect with a walking or running buddy with similar goals. Sign up, or contact Carolyn Banner with any questions.

Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College (and Graduate) Students (BASICS) is for those who want to examine their substance use behaviors in a non-judgmental environment. Interested students may schedule an appointment through my.WellnessPortal.

Food Security Resources provide short-term support for students experiencing difficulties with food access. Please reach out if you or someone you know is worried about running out of food, skipping meals, etc. Graduate and Professional Students can contact Student Support Service studentsupport@uchicago.edu, and Undergraduate Students can contact the Center for College Student Success ccss@uchicago.edu. You can also apply for grocery vouchers here.

FitChicago offers an array of fitness opportunities for you seven days a week. Everything from foam roller classes to Zumba! Check out the Autumn Quarter class offerings and schedule here.