10 Things to Do in Your 20s to Help Ensure You’ll Enjoy Your 80s
In this article in The Brink, find excellent tips to help you age well and live your happiest, healthiest life for years to come, courtesy of BU experts and researchers. Bonus: not only is this great advice for aging well, it’s also great advice for supporting your wellbeing TODAY no matter what your age!
Random Acts of Kindness Day
Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17, but Student Wellbeing will celebrate Friday, February 16! Did you know practicing kindness can enhance your wellbeing? Research shows kindness and generosity are connected to greater life satisfaction, stronger relationships and better mental and physical health. Be sure to find Student Wellbeing and BU Wheelock students at […]
New Software Helps Students with Financial Wellness
Read more in BU Today about Kindros, a new money management and financial knowledge platform available for free for all BU students, courtesy of Boston University Financial Assistance, Student Wellbeing, and on the Medical Campus, Student Financial Services & Housing Resources.
You’re Invited: Wellbeing Workshops This Spring
Ready to learn new ways to support your wellbeing? All students are invited to two exciting workshops this semester that will provide them with valuable life skills. Life Management: Redefining Work Life Balance February 8, 4-5 pm via Zoom Do you sometimes feel like you are just surviving? Many people think that if they just […]
Student Wellbeing Challenge Looking for Innovative Ideas
What’s Your Big Idea to Promote Wellbeing? Do you have an innovative idea about how to foster wellbeing at BU? The BU School of Hospitality Administration’s $100k Poyiadjis Hospitality Innovation Competition offers all BU students an opportunity to pitch ideas for new ventures that embrace innovative ways to solve problems. This year, Student Wellbeing is partnering […]
Stress ReLeaf Returns for Spring 2024
Click here for Fall 2024 Dates and Information This Student Wellbeing initiative uses tea as a catalyst for mindfulness. Part education/part relaxation, this weekly workshop explores the ancient practice of “gong fu cha” – also known as “making tea with skill” – and highlights various types of single-origin teas, teaware, tea terroir, tea producers, […]
Break Time? De-stress at the Student Wellbeing Experience
Play Games, relax in a hammock, and enjoy free food at today’s event at the GSU. “We’re social creatures and going through something like finals, it’s just inherently stressful,” says Pedro Falci (COM’11, Wheelock’15), director of Student Wellbeing. “So, there’s something communal about getting to share that burden with fellow peers and talk it out. […]
Schedule Some “Me-Time” This Holiday Season
Tomorrow is December 1, and sometimes this month can feel a little overwhelming. It’s important we make room to care for ourselves, and our emotional wellbeing. To support you, Headspace has created a December calendar, offering daily tips and tools that encourage mindfulness, relaxation, and reflection. Because Headspace understands that peace of mind is the […]
BU Community Thanksgiving Meal
Don’t have a meal plan or plans for Thanksgiving? Join our community for a traditional Thanksgiving Meal with plenty of sweet goods, classic side dishes, and oven-roasted delights, including great vegan options! 🍁 You must register by midnight on 11/15. You are welcome to bring a guest who is not part of the BU community. […]
Take a Break at The Wellbeing Experience
Press pause on your busy routine for a few moments and join us at “The Wellbeing Experience” on Wednesday, December 6, 3-6 pm, in Metcalf Ballroom (GSU 2nd floor) and Wednesday, January 24, 5-7 pm, in the Hiebert Lounge (Med Campus). This event, intentionally scheduled a few days prior to the start of reading period […]