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Color for your Wellbeing

By Kristina Covarrubias March 13th, 2026

Join us most Wednesdays, 11:30am - 1 pm, in the GSU for Community Coloring. Upcoming dates: 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29.

Did you know that there is a science behind coloring? Coloring can be therapeutic, and creating beautiful art is not only stress relieving, it’s a great way to practice mindfulness. Disconnect from your devices, unwind, and unleash your inner creativity as you lose yourself in the flow of coloring.

No registration needed. Just stop by the GSU Link for some mindfulness and connection.

 

 

 

Beans for Bean: 3/31 & 4/2

By Kristina Covarrubias March 6th, 2026


We just got this note from Bean:

Mark your calendars 🐾

I’m teaming up with @‌bu_wellbeing and @‌sustainablebu for Beans for Bean on March 31 and April 2 to support the BU Food Pantry. Bring a shelf-stable donation, say hi to me and my friends, and help us fill a cruiser for students facing food insecurity.

And before you ask… it doesn’t have to be beans. See below for a list of what the pantry needs most.

Donate and you’ll get a limited-edition Bean card plus a chance to win a private playdate with me!

April 25: Esplanade Clean Up

By Kristina Covarrubias February 13th, 2026

In observance of #EarthDay365 and Global Days of Service, join us for the 27th Annual Charles River Cleanup on Saturday, April 25, from 10 am to 12 pm!

Boston University students, faculty, staff and alumni will gather along the Charles River Esplanade near Warren Towers and the Questrom School of Business to remove trash and debris, preserving this iconic historical landmark. This event isn't just about making a positive impact on our local community; it's also an opportunity to connect with fellow Terriers who share a passion for volunteerism, sustainability, and service. It sounds simple, but you’ll have a great time chatting with others, enjoying nature and taking in some amazing views.

The Esplanade Association will provide gloves and all the tools we need to remove trash and debris from the section of the Esplanade adjacent to our campus. So bring yourself, a water bottle and all the Earth Day vibes!

Register here!

You will be notified via email of the 10 am meeting spot!

Learn about the rich history of the Charles River, once known as Quinobequin, and the contributions of its indigenous stewards, including the Massachusett, Wampanoag, and Pawtucket peoples who lived in what would become known as Boston and Cambridge by their colonizers. Click here for more information on the history of the Charles River and the contributions of the Charles River Conservancy (CRC).

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GradGather (BU Meetup) back with new mobile app!

By Pedro Cesca Falci January 20th, 2026

Calling all graduate students! Are you looking to meet people from different departments and grow your BU network? GradGather (formerly BU Meetup) helps connect groups of BU graduate students from different departments for casual, flexible meetups.

GradGather launched a new website in Fall 2025, and now the GradGather mobile app is here! The app makes it easy to sign up for each matching session and message your group members. If you already have a GradGather account, you can log into the app right away, If not, it only takes a few minutes to set one up. 

Download in the App Store!

GradGather for Google Play is coming soon. In the meanwhile, Android users can use the mobile website with all the same functionality.

Finally, you can always use the website on computer or mobile in addition to the app.

How GradGather works:

Once you make an account, you will receive invitations to join matching sessions. If you sign up for a matching session, you will be matched into a small group of students from different departments. You can see your matches and message them from the app. Then, the rest is up to you! Schedule a coffee chat, go for a walk, give each other tours of your departments, or anything else you’d like to do.

We hope you join the thousands of BU grad students who have participated in gathers since 2022. We welcome questions or feedback and can be reached directly at admin@gradgather.com.

Happy gathering!

 

For more on GradGather's history, check out this feature on BU Today.

About the founders: Eric Wellers (LAW '24) and Will Saunders (GRS '24) joined forces with a great idea: to connect graduate students that are interested in meeting peers from other programs on campus. Originally piloted by Eric at LAW, Will brought his tech expertise to the table by creating an application to match graduate students into trios as an opportunity to socialize and foster community. With lots of work and determination, BUMeetUp launched in Fall 2022, and both students won first place in the 2024 $12.5k Student Wellbeing Competition.

Breath, Rhythm & Music for Your Wellbeing Spring 2026

By Pedro Cesca Falci January 12th, 2026

Join Professor Igor Iwanek (CFA)  learning the yogic practice of Rhythmic Breath Control (RBC). Imagine your body is the hardware and your mind is the software. How do we keep this machine charged? RBC teaches you to create a power station for your body and mind using breath guided by rhythms of North Indian Classical music. Studies have shown how we breathe relates to how healthy we are, and in this interactive session, we’ll learn powerful ancient techniques of Naad Yog (yoga of sound) designed to promote emotional resilience and holistic wellbeing.

 

Learning Objectives:

  1. Improve cognitive performance and self-management in stressful situations with RBC.
  2. Learn to recreate the profound relaxation of deep sleep, on demand.
  3. Understand the power of breath to overcome overwhelming thoughts, stabilize the mind and energize the body.

One hour workshops will be offered most Mondays at 5:15 pm in FLR 209 at the Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground.

PLEASE NOTE - OUR LOCATIONS, DAYS OF THE WEEK & TIMES WILL VARY THIS SEMESTER. SEE THE SCHEDULE BELOW FOR DETAILS.

Spring workshop dates:

  • Monday, 3/23, 11 am-12pm: at the Center for the Study of Asia, Pardee School of Global Studies
  • Monday, 3/30: in FLR 209 5:15-6:15pm
  • Monday, 4/13: in FLR 209 5:15-6:15pm
  • Wednesday, 4/15: 5:15-6:15 pm in INS 110, Medical Campus Instructional Building (72 East Concord St)
  • Wednesday, 4/22, 11 am-12pm: CAS Writing Center (100 Bay State Road, 3rd fl) 

Sign-up on Eventbrite!

Thanks to our sponsors:

For an idea of what to expect, check out Dr. Iwanek's recent appearance on BU Today:

Global Grads Connect Spring Socials Jan. 29 & April 2

By Kristina Covarrubias January 9th, 2026

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 at BU!

You're invited to two socials this semester:

  • January 29, 5 pm
    • Hiebert Lounge
    • 72 East Concord St, 14 floor
    • Boston University Medical Campus
  • April 2, 5 pm
    • George Sherman Union Small Ballroom
    • 775 Commonwealth Avenue, 2nd floor
    • Charles River Campus

RSVP here for the April 2 event!

 

 

 

Stress ReLeaf is Back for Spring 2026!

By Kristina Covarrubias January 8th, 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 LGBTQIA+ Student Resource Center, 2nd floor, 808 Commonwealth Avenue.

Registration required. Register here.  

Remaining Spring 2026 Workshop Dates:

March 23
March 30
April 6
April 13
April 27

A combination of photography and livestreaming will be used during each workshop. The facilitator will respect the privacy of those students who do not wish to be photographed or filmed.  

And be sure to check out this video in BU Today for a sneak peek at this awesome workshop!