Student Wellbeing and Newbury Center Offer Spring Workshops for First Gen Students
Together with The Newbury Center, Student Wellbeing will offer a series of wellbeing workshops specifically geared toward first-generation students this Spring 2023 semester. Workshops will offer a variety of evidence-based content, experiential exercises, and practical life skills students can incorporate into their lives to help them thrive.
Life Management
February 2, 5-6 pm, At the Newbury Center, 755 Commonwealth Ave.
Do you feel like you are just surviving? Would you like to feel better and succeed academically? Many people think that if they had more time, things would be better; however, time is only part of the equation. People thrive when their priorities are clear and their goals are aligned with their values. In this workshop, students will learn strategies and concepts to integrate what’s most important for their wellbeing into their routines and develop a rhythm of life that supports their personal, academic and professional pursuits. Register for Life Management
Busting Impostor Syndrome
March 2, 5-6 pm, At the Newbury Center, 755 Commonwealth Ave.
If you have ever felt like an intellectual fraud, you are not alone! Many accomplished people have felt like an impostor at some point. In this interactive workshop, students will learn about the causes of impostor syndrome and the five types of impostor syndrome. Participants will learn a variety of techniques they can personalize to lessen the impact of impostor syndrome and gain greater confidence in their academic and professional life. Register for Busting Imposter Syndrome
Treating Failure Like A Scientist
April 6, 6-7 pm, On Zoom
Failure is an inevitable part of learning and growth. Yet why do some people respond better to setbacks and challenges than others? In this workshop, you will learn how to shift your mindset so you can embrace a growth mindset and become more resilient. Students will learn about brain plasticity and how fixed vs. growth mindsets operate in their lives. Participants will engage in an evidence-based intervention that is designed to assist them in anticipating and overcoming obstacles in order to reach their goals. Register for Treating Failure Like a Scientist