Health and Wellness
October 9, 2023
Mental Health Awareness Week: October 9-13
Across campus
Students, faculty and staff will have the opportunity to show support for mental health during Mental Health Awareness Week, October 9-13.
Various activities and events are scheduled throughout the campus which promote ways to improve or maintain your mental health.
Mental Health Awareness week
Stand Together for Mental Health
Are you mindful of your mental health? Most of us go to the doctor for annual checkups. But how often do you check your mental health? Being mindful of your mental health is just as important as checking your physical health.
Join us for free activities and events which focus on mental health during Mental Health Awareness Week from October 9-13.
Click on the links to learn more about an event or to register. Activities are are free and open to students, faculty, and staff unless noted otherwise.
Listen to PFW WellRec: Chill Vibes music selected by our students on Spotify. The channel is available all week.
Monday, October 9
- Kayaking on the River | 8 a.m.-Noon | On the river | Register here or on the WellRec app under reservations. Please dress accordingly because it could be a little chilly.
- Resource Table | Noon-2 p.m. | Walb Union, Atrium
Tuesday, October 10 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Alumni Plaza
- You Grow Girl! Succulent Planting—one plant starter per person while supplies last
- Free Mental Health Awareness t-shirts—one per person while supplies last
- Free snacks and refreshments
Wednesday, October 11
- Depression and Anxiety Screenings | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Walb Union, first floor bookstore hallway (Students Only)
- Therapy Horse | 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Alumni Plaza
- Yoga for Relaxation: In-person and Virtual Class | Noon-1 p.m. | Gates, Fitness Studio
Thursday, October 12
- Therapy Dogs | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Walb Union, first floor bookstore hallway
- DIY Zen Garden | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Kettler Hall, Room G02 (Students only-no registration needed, just walk in)
- You Talk, I Listen | 1-3 p.m. | Walb Union, first floor bookstore hallway (Students Only)
- Breathing for Relaxation Workshop | 2:05-2:15 p.m. | Virtual ZOOM
- Canvas and Chats | 4-7 p.m. | Walb Union, Suite 222-226 (Students Only)
Friday, October 13
- IU Fort Wayne Women's Wellness Summit | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Walb Union, International Ballroom
- DIY Yarn Pumpkins | 11:30 a.m-1 p.m. | Walb Union, Suite 222-226
Special thanks to these departments and organizations for their sponsorships and participation:
PFW's WellRec, Student Leadership, Center for Student Counseling, Disability Access Center, Office of Student Conduct and Care, Employee Well-being, Office of Human Resources and Offices of Institutional Equity, IU Fort Wayne, Three Rivers Visiting Dogs, Horses Make You Happy, and Roots and Rocks.