World Mental Health Day
BU’s World Mental Health Day (WMHD) events are an opportunity to check in on your mental health and learn about the many resources available to students, faculty, and staff. No registration is required.
When we care for our mental health, we build resilience for ourselves and our BU community. We invite you to take part on Thursday, October 8 as BU recognizes World Mental Health Day.
Thursday, October 8
📍 GSU Plaza (Charles River Campus)
11:00am to 3:00pm
Rain location: GSU Alley
📍 Talbot Green (Medical Campus)
11:00am to 2:00pm
Rain location: INS 401
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
Can’t attend in person? We encourage you to take a free, anonymous, online mental health screening at any time.