INSIDE STUDENT AFFAIRSA weekly insider’s guide for those helping students reach their goals toward optimal health and well-being, engagement with learning, and sense of belonging at PSU
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TRSRC Coffee & ConversationsJoin the Transfer and Returning Student Resource Center on Tuesday, April 6 for two back-to-back student panels featuring PSU transfer and returning students and peer connection navigators from the Peer Connection Network, a program designed to connect peers for questions, community, and conversation. Panels will be held at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m., where three superstar transfer and returning students will share their experiences, resources, and advice in navigating higher education. Registration for both can be found here.
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Intro to ExerciseLooking for guidance and motivation on your fitness and wellbeing journey? Sign up for Campus Rec's free seven-week virtual group training programs offered by our certified personal trainers April 12 through May 30. Free and open to the entire PSU community; no Campus Rec membership or PSU email required. From goal setting and flexibility to running and mobility, we've got a program for you! Try our newest beginner-friendly program─Introduction to Exercise─for a series of workouts designed for anyone who is interested in becoming more active and learning about the many different kinds of exercise. Register here by Saturday, April 10 to participate.
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Next Free Food Market on April 12The Oregon Food Bank and PSU's Committee for Improving Student Food Security are hosting a Free Food Market for all PSU students, staff, and community members. Free Food Market is held on the South Park Blocks near Shattuck Hall on the second Monday of the month rain or shine from 9:30-11:00 am (or until they run out). No identification or proof of income is required. Free Food Market asks that all patrons adhere to masking and physical distancing protocols. For questions, email foodhelp@pdx.edu.
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Help for Students with Housing Insecurity
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SHAC Workshops and Drop-In Groups for Spring TermSHAC Counseling Services staff has released the spring term schedule for group and workshop programming. Workshops and programs are often co-facilitated by other areas on campus and include (but are not limited to) support groups, workshops, mindfulness events, therapy groups, and a weekly mental health series. To learn more, visit the workshop and drop-in group info page or the therapy and skills group info page.
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Student Health Advisory Board Now Hiring New MembersThe Student Health Advisory Board (SHAB) is looking for new members! The board aids and advises SHAC in areas such as health insurance, health services, and barriers students experience in accessing health care, with a focus on providing the student's perspective. Email shaboard@pdx.edu to learn more about the position.
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The Practice of Hygge"You might have heard about the word Hygge (hyoo·guh) before but do you know the true meaning of the word and its origin? Hygge is a Danish term and, while it is said to have no direct translation to English, it is best described as a quality of cosiness and comfortableness that creates a feeling of contentment, relaxation, or wellbeing. This centuries old term derives from the Norwegian term 'Hugga' meaning to comfort, a word that is also related to the English word 'Hug.' Hygge can be seen as a 'hug' to yourself and a way to find comfort and cosiness to get a feeling of wellbeing."
To learn more about Hygge and ways you can practice it, visit the PDX CampusWell.
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|  The Cumpston Award committee (pictured above) met via Zoom last month and selected Dr. Marcy Hunt, Director of Counseling Services in the Center for Student Health and Counseling, as recipient of the 2021 Mary H. Cumpston Award for Service to Students. The Cumpston Award is given annually to an academic professional or unranked university administrator who has demonstrated excellence in the area of service to students. Composed of past award winners, the selection committee was inspired by the quality of Dr. Hunt's work and her deep commitment to students and colleagues.
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Politicians in key electoral states like Arizona, Texas, Michigan and Florida are moving forward with restrictive voting bills despite national outcry against a similar law just passed in Georgia. In Arizona, pending bills would repeal the state's permanent early voting list and require identification for absentee ballots. In Texas, lawmakers want to ban drive-through voting and bar election officials from sending unsolicited absentee ballot applications. Michigan is considering a slate of nearly 40 changes to the state's voting laws. In light of this national news, I am even more proud of PSU's student leaders in ASPSU, who have consistently modeled those leadership characteristics that are most important in a thriving democracy--transparency, careful listening and amplification of all stakeholder voices and expanding, not restricting, participation. Please help remind students that campaigning for this year's ASPSU election begins April 5th and polls open April 12th!
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