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April 21-29

Prepare your mind and body for exams with various self-care events!

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Monday, April 21 - Monday Morning Commuter Pick-Up,

9-11 a.m.

Off Campus Student Lounge

Do you commute to campus? Are you looking to connect with other Monarchs before a busy Monday and week ahead? Swing by the Off-Campus Student Lounge to socialize, play games, or grab a snack before class. The Monday Morning Commuter Pick-up is a biweekly program that will be held on Mondays.

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Monday, April 21 - Inner Peace through Patterns: A Mandala Coloring

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Webb Center, Cape Charles Room

Stop by and join the Women’s and Gender Equity Center to color Mandala patterns and learn more about peace.

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Tuesday, April 22 - Fresh Check Day

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Kaufman Mall

Join us for Fresh Check Day created by the Jordan Porco Foundation, a vibrant event dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and wellness on campus. This engaging day features interactive resources and activities designed to create an open and supportive environment where students can learn about mental health, access helpful resources, and connect with peers.

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Tuesday, April 22 - Guided Meditation for Relaxation

12:30-1:30 p.m.

SRWC, Flex B

Join the Office of Educational Accessibility team for a short, guided meditation and breath work exercise for relaxation during activity hour

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Tuesday, April 22 - Outdoor Yoga

6-7 p.m.

Roseann Runte Quad

Take a break from studying and unwind with an outdoor yoga class! This event is perfect for anyone looking to loosen up, connect with friends, and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, all are welcome to participate. We will provide mats, but you're welcome to bring your own if you'd like.

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Tuesday, April 22 - Evening Paddle Trip

6-8 p.m.

Whitehurst Beach

Join other Monarchs for an evening stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking adventure right in ��������'s backyard! Beginners are welcome! We provide the equipment and expertise - all you need to do is sign up and show up! We will start our trip off on the water at Whitehurst Beach. Please register and pay on the �������� Rec Well Portal or App to save your spot!

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Wednesday, April 23 - CORE Self-Care Kits

1-2 p.m.

Center for Orientation, Retention, and Exploration (CORE Office) 1500 Webb Center

Pick up a self-care kit and check out the CORE office during the CORE Open House!

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Wednesday, April 23 - SHS Health on the Go Time

12-2 p.m.

Webb Center, North Mall

Quick Health Check-ups: Student Health Services will be ffering brief, no appointment needed health screenings (like blood pressure, temperature checks, or general wellness checks). These would be quick and easy ways to help you stay on top of your health without interrupting your day!

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Thursday, April 24 - SEES Slime Station

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Webb Center, Front Lobby

Join the SEES Marketing and Communications team for a fun and relaxing DeStress Week tabling event! Our main attraction is Make-and-Take Slime, where you can create your own slime to take home. We’ll also have stress balls, squishes, and other stress-relief goodies to help you unwind. Stop by, take a break, and de-stress with us!

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Thursday, April 24 - “Let’s Talk About It” Weekly Support Group

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Online event

A supportive space where all �������� students are welcome to discuss current events. This weekly drop-in support group will be held virtually, via Zoom, and facilitated by a Counseling Services staff member.

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Friday, April 25 - Car Smash

11am-2 p.m.

Kaufman Mall

Let out your exam week stress by putting a sledgehammer to a car, right here on campus! You won’t want to miss this!

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Saturday, April 26 - Hope Walks Here

12-2 p.m.

Kaufman Mall

The Out of the Darkness Campus Walks are the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's (AFSP) signature student fundraising series, designed to engage youth and young adults in the fight to prevent suicide, a leading cause of death. Let's walk to prevent suicide. Hope walks here. #stopsuicide. The walk is on April 26th on ��������'s Norfolk campus. On-site registration starts at 11:30 a.m. and the walk begins at Noon.

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Sunday, April 27 - De-Stress Day Hike

8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Local Park

Relax before finals and experience the beauty of nature. Let's go for a local day hike and give ourselves a much needed brain break. Beginners are welcome! We'd love for you to join us. The trip registration fee includes transportation, a bike rental, and the guidance of a knowledgeable trip leader. Please register and pay on the �������� Rec Well Portal or App to save your spot!

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Tuesday, April 29 - Pop-Up @ Perry

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

5-7 p.m.

Perry Library Learning Commons

Join the Health Promotion team for a study break in the library during final's week! Various destress stations will be offered like coloring, aromatherapy, bubbles, and playdough. Refreshments and snacks will also be available!