Global Grads Connect Spring Kick Off Social Jan. 29

Calling all international graduate students! Student Wellbeing’s initiative – Global Grads Connect – is back for the spring semester. This program pairs incoming first-year international grad students with upper-year international grad students who will serve as companions and guides throughout the semester. Through these connections, students can build friendships, receive support, and gain insights into navigating life […]

Stress ReLeaf is Back for Spring 2026!

Discover this popular Student Wellbeing initiative that uses tea as a catalyst for mindfulness. Through education and relaxation, we will explore the ancient practice of gong fu cha (“making tea with skill”) and cultivate a space that focuses on the present moment in a light-hearted, whimsical fashion. Workshop offered Mondays, from 4-5 pm, at the […]

The Wellbeing Experience Hits BU Med Campus 1/22/26

The Wellbeing Experience hits the Medical Campus Thursday, January 22, from 4:30-6:30 pm in the Hiebert Lounge! Intentionally scheduled at the start of a busy semester, the Wellbeing Experience invites all students to momentarily step away from academic commitments to enjoy some activities that promote community, relaxation, gratitude, creativity and play. By visiting unique stations, […]

Announcing the 2025 Wellbeing Innovation Seed Grant Recipients

This fall, Boston University students submitted proposals for how BU could address wellbeing challenges across campus—from financial stress and social isolation to physical health and academic pressure. Through the Wellbeing Innovation Seed Grant, a partnership between BU Student Wellbeing and Innovate@BU, 14 students receive $500 and mentorship to launch their projects and create real change […]

You’re Invited: Thanksgiving Meal for All Students

Don’t have a meal plan or plans for Thanksgiving? Join our community for a traditional Thanksgiving meal with plenty of sweet goods, delicious side dishes, and oven-roasted delights, including great vegan options! Thursday, November 27 11am – 3pm or 5pm – 8 pm Marciano Commons. You must register to attend by midnight 11/24.  You are welcome […]

What’s Your Big Idea to Promote Students’ Social Wellbeing?

It all starts with an idea. Do you have an innovative idea about how to support students’ social wellbeing at BU? In the spirit of Experience Innovation, Boston University School of Hospitality Administration is calling all innovators to submit ideas for the $50k Hospitality Innovation Competition or $20k Student Wellbeing Competition.  The Student Wellbeing Competition focuses […]

Student Wellbeing To Offer Two Hub Cocurriculars in Spring 2026

Student Wellbeing is excited to continue to partner with Undergraduate Affairs and the BU Hub to offer cocurricular experiences to undergraduate students. In Spring ’26, Student Wellbeing will offer two Hub Cocurriculars.  Registration starts October 31 for both: Thriving Together Need to fill a Hub Teamwork/ Collaboration unit? This exciting cocurricular examines what wellbeing looks […]

“Check Hunger” to Support the BU Food Pantry – November 2025

Bring shelf stable food items to any BU women’s or men’s hockey home game in November and be entered to win an 8-person suite to the 2/14/26 men’s home game against New Hampshire! It is estimated that 30-50% of college students experience food insecurity. Last year at BU, we distributed over 18,000 pounds of food […]

Warm Coat Drive Fall 2025

Have an extra coat that you can donate to a student-in-need?  The annual Warm Coat Drive is an opportunity for all members of the BU community to donate gently worn or new coats that will be distributed to BU students in need. Any remaining coats will be donated to Goodwill Industries. Coat Collection October 10-17. […]