World Mental Health Day

When we care for our mental health, we build resilience for ourselves and foster a stronger, healthier community. We invite you to take part on Thursday, October 9, as BU recognizes World Mental Health Day.

Thursday, October 9

📍 GSU Plaza (Charles River Campus)
11:00am to 3:00pm
Rain location: GSU B03A

📍 Talbot Green (Medical Campus)
11:00am to 2:00pm
Rain location: INS 109 A/C

What is World Mental Health Day at BU?

It’s a campus-wide event and public health program that demonstrates our care for the BU community’s mental health. The goals of World Mental Health Day are to call attention to the importance of checking in on your mental health, normalize mental health challenges, and remind the BU community of the many resources available to students, staff, and faculty. No registration required. Open to all BU students, staff, and faculty.

Both locations will offer:

Free mental health screenings

Screenings are free, confidential, and no insurance is required. Your information will not be shared with anyone unless there is a life-threatening emergency.
The screening takes two minutes to complete. After you complete the screening and get your results, you may choose to speak with someone who will listen and direct you to relevant resources at BU and beyond.

Resource fair

Connect with resources from across campus
Create your own self-care kit
Engage in activities that spread positivity, encouragement, and kindness
“Paws” & Reset with therapy dogs