This program introduces the departments that make-up UGA’s Well-being Resources (University Health Center, Student Care and Outreach, Disability Resource Center & University Testing Services, and Rec Sports.) We’ll explain the concept of a unified approach to well-being, explore the five pillars of student well-being, and demonstrate how each department helps support those needs.

This can be anything related to working toward being healthy and well. A broad discussion about what well-being is, learning more about the 5 dimensions, learning about signs a friend may be struggling and how to support them, etc.

Stress Management

We all know stress management is important, but how do you actually stop procrastinating or get more sleep as busy college students? All this and more is included in the interactive discussion. Topics include balanced study snacks and foods to help de-stress, time management strategies, tips for getting the most out of naps and improving sleep habits, and working self-care into a busy schedule. Participants will also participate in a number of relaxation strategies including deep breathing and muscle relaxation.

BodyTalks: Healthy Body Image

Developing a positive body image is an important part of happiness and well-being.  These interactive, peer-led workshops aim to help students respect their bodies.  However, there are many social and cultural influences that can lead to negative feelings towards our bodies. This program aims to discuss some of the factors that influence our body image, and ways to foster a positive body image.

UMatter: Upstander Intervention

UMatter is an upstander intervention program that engages participants with the skills to safely step in and act in situations that could potentially cause harm. Through scenarios and guided discussions, participants learn how to recognize signs, interrupt harmful behaviors, and offer support to peers. The program connects students to campus and community resources for ongoing help. Together we can change the narrative by taking action!

Georgia Resiliency and Integrity Training (GRIT)

GRIT is a group workshop where collaboration, communication, and vulnerability are explored as participants work together to create an environment of learning. This hour-long training will provide students with a chance to challenge themselves as well as the opportunity to work on their well-being and capability to persevere. Students can expect to walk away with strategies and practical next steps in how to best respond to different challenges.

These programs include any of the programs below as well as topics such as ways to proactively maintain your mental well-being, managing stress, how to know when to connect to mental health care and ways to access services, how to talk about suicide, etc

UMatter: Mental Well-Being Edition

UMatter is an upstander intervention program that engages and empowers participants to recognize and safely identify if someone in the UGA community is experiencing mental well-being challenges including emotional distress and suicidal ideations. Through discussions and interactive scenarios, participants gain skills on how to check in on their friends, active listening, and learn about mental health resources on campus. Together we can change the narrative and remind people that they matter!

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Many students and/or professionals question whether they are prepared to succeed, especially as they begin deciding on a major, begin looking for a job, or are considering the pursuit of a graduate/professional degree. When this occurs, imposter syndrome may be a factor. This presentation is designed to define imposter phenomenon, normalize it, and discuss its impact, and well as discuss strategies to overcome it.

Panel Participation

Invite a mental health clinician (social worker, counselor, psychologist, psychiatric provider) to serve as a content-matter expert on a panel.

These programs include covering some basics about navigating nutrition, cooking classes and learning about how your nutrition is part of your greater well-being.

Eating Healthy on a Budget

Make that food dollar stretch! Join the UGA Peer Nutrition Educators to learn about how to save money while preparing delicious meals and snacks.

Eating Healthy in the Dining Commons

The UGA Peer Nutrition Educators will lead you through making the most of the many choices available on campus.

Getting a Taste of Plant Based

Calling all vegetarians, vegans, or those interested in a plant based diet. Learn about the benefits of a plant based diet and get tips for stocking your kitchen and preparing delicious meals.

Nutrition 101 – Eating Well in College

Want to eat better, but not sure where to start? The UGA Peer Nutrition Educators are here to help. This program will start you off with all that you need to know about a healthy eating pattern, making nutritious food choices, and provide you with plenty of easy meal and snack ideas.

Nutrition Basics (4 week workshop series, minimum of 6 participants)

Participants in this virtual workshop will meet weekly to learn about evidence based nutrition principles, meal planning, and strategies tailored towards meeting the challenges of student life. Led by the UHC Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, each workshop will help you develop self-care skills and provide time for group discussion. This program is intended to provide general nutrition education and is not intended to provide individual nutrition counseling or medical advice.

Cooking Class in the UHC Nutrition Kitchen (minimum of 6 participants)

Participants in this workshop will be led in a cooking class by the UHC Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to make a delicious, budget friendly, and nutritious meal.

**Programs and presentations are generally designed to be 40-60 minutes.

Healthy Relationships

Through collaborative discussion and interactive activities students will:

• Identify unhealthy and healthy relationship characteristics
• Develop skills to support healthy relationships
• How to support a friend who may be experiencing an unhealthy relationship
• Learn about support resources at UGA

Sexual Health

Through collaborative discussion and interactive activities students will:

• Identify what STIs are, how they are transmitted, and recommendations for testing
• Discuss safer sex practices
• Learn about healthy communication

Looking for free safer sex supplies for your event? Student organizations and housing student staff can request bulk orders of safer sex supplies with a minimum 30-minute relationship or sexual health education program. This can include tabling at the event. Not all requests may be granted. It is highly recommended to request at least 2 weeks in advance of the event. Please email Aspen.Brown@uga.edu for more information.

Contraception 101

Students will learn about commonly used contraception methods, how they work, effectiveness, side effects, emergency contraception and what to expect at a gynecological appointment.

STI & HIV Management

This program offers an introduction on common STIs, how they are transmitted, and current recommendations for testing. Additionally, students will discuss how to talk to a partner about sexual health topics, safer sex practices, and HIV prevention.

Communication for Healthier Sexual Experiences

Learn about effective communication strategies and how to navigate difficult conversations to support boundaries, safer sex practices, and healthy relationships.

Improv(e) Communication

This program is customized to best meet the needs of the requester and requires at least 10 participants. Please provide at minimum two weeks advance notice for facilitator preparation. Program is HIGHLY interactive and typically ranges between 30 – 60 minutes in duration.

Yes, and let’s improve communication skills, strengthen connection, and learn how to better navigate day-to-day challenges in personal and professional life. This beginner-friendly, facilitator-led workshop theatre and improv-based exercises and supporting discussions to boost students’ interpersonal skills.

**Programs and presentations are generally designed to be 40-70 minutes.

Introduction to Interpersonal Violence

This informative and interactive presentation explores the wide spectrum of interpersonal violence, including relationship violence, stalking & harassment, sexual assault, and more. Students will learn how to recognize signs and how to support a friend through activities and discussions.

Communicating Consent

This engaging presentation will help students understand what consent is, how it looks and feels in real life situations, and why it is essential for all relationships. Students will practice communication strategies through interactive discussions and activities.

Harassment & Upstander Intervention

This presentation focuses on recognizing and understanding harassment and stalking, including how they show up in everyday situations. Students will be able to define these behaviors, identify red flags, learn of various resources on campus, and discover practical upstander strategies to support others.

These programs aim to help students increase their understanding and awareness of the role that alcohol and other drugs play in student well-being.

Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention 101

Reduce negative consequences associated with alcohol and other drug use! UGA’s drinking culture, individual blood alcohol concentration factors, effects of alcohol and drugs on the body, low-risk drinking strategies, and the signs and symptoms of alcohol poisoning are all discussed.

Alcohol, Other Drugs & Nutrition

Is a glass of wine a day really good for your health? What foods are best to eat before drinking? Find out how the body processes alcohol, as well as how alcohol interacts with the digestion, absorption and utilization of vital nutrients. Participants will also learn tips for low-risk drinking and identify the signs and symptoms of alcohol poisoning.

Alcohol & Other Drug Jeopardy or Trivia

What are vapor shots and how do they affect you? Does alcohol really help you fall asleep? Jeopardy will give you a comprehensive snapshot of Alcohol 101, Alcohol & Nutrition and Alcohol & Sex. Only fun groups of 30 people or less are able to play this game!

These programs include requests for Rec Sports fitness classes. Programs related to physical well-being can also cover topics like understanding all of the elements of physical well-being including medical care, sleep, movement, etc

Aqua Tabata

Want HIIT without the impact? Aqua Tabata is a type of high-intensity interval training that will push your limits using the properties of water. This class includes periods of high intensity exercise that are followed by short periods of rest. Classes are held in the Rec Pool. No swimming experience necessary.

BODYBALANCE™

FEEL BALANCED. A Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates inspired workout that leaves you long, strong, and centered.

Barre

This class is a full body workout utilizing ballet, Pilates, and strength training. The Barre format strengthens and stabilizes muscles, while performing small isometric movements. No ballet experience necessary!

HIIT

HIIT or otherwise known as “High Intensity Interval Training” is a very common trend in today’s fitness world. The format of the class is designed to help you burn calories throughout the day! 

Deep Water

Exhaust every muscle in your body without ever touching the ground in this low-impact, cardio and strength class! Buoyancy belts provided. No swimming experience required. 

Cardio Box

Cardio Box is a high intensity interval training class designed to make you sweat! With an additional emphasis on ab exercises, Cardio Box is a great full body workout for everyone! No prior boxing experience is required! 

Cycle

Be prepared to ride your way through rolling hills, steep climbs, false flats, sprints, and much more! This class is a great option for those seeking a challenging low-impact, cardio and strength fusion.

BODYPUMP™

BODYPUMP™ is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for – and fast! 

Pilates

Pilates is a low-impact, mat-based class that focuses on the core as the powerhouse, or control center, of the body that is designed to develop balance and stabilization of supporting muscles while focusing on breathing.

Yoga

Refine and master breathing techniques and a wide variety of essential yoga poses. The sequence of movements will help stretch, unwind, and de-stress your mind and body. Class structure and intensity may vary. 

Yoga & Meditation

Yoga & Meditation focuses on a calming, quiet atmosphere to center the body and mind. Emphasis will be placed on lengthened meditation time to improve serenity and focus as well as comfortably lengthening the muscles.

Zumba®

Take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party!

Boxing 101

Learn basic punches, correct footwork, and basic patterns of movement in this progressive, skill-based class. Boxing improves core strength, cardiovascular conditioning, functional strength, and mental focus. Wrist straps are required and can be purchased at the pro shop located at the admissions desk.

Beginner Strength Training

If you’ve never been taught the foundations of weightlifting, now is the time to learn! Our instructor will teach you basic lifting techniques to help you get the most out of your workouts in this progressive, goal-oriented class open to all! Get ready to work out in a fun, supportive, community environment!

Kickboxing

Kickboxing is an all levels class teaching the fundamentals of kickboxing as well as more advanced movements while improving total body conditioning.

Defensive Arts & Personal Well-being

Strengthen your body, challenge your mind, and learn how to protect yourself. This class will consist of learning efficient and effective striking techniques while integrating some cardio and strength training. Striking techniques will be linked to addressing/escaping simulated real-world scenarios (holds and chokes). Psychoeducation will be a major component with discussions and lessons on the physiological and psychological reactions experienced in high stress situations. Participants will learn skills to cope with stress and practice self-awareness. Class is ideal for those with little to no experience, but all skill levels are welcome.

These programs cover increasing awareness and information about accommodations available to students as well as expanding the UGA community’s understanding of Disability and Accessibility.

Universal Design
Learn about the concept of Universal Design and pragmatic strategies and resources for increasing accessibility for all in your courses, organizations, departments or programs.

Supporting Students with Disabilities
Learn about the legal framework of the Americans with Disabilities Act and how the University of Georgia supports students with disabilities. Participants will learn about the various types of disabilities and barriers that UGA students with disabilities face on campus. Promising practices for providing access and accommodations are provided.

Making Events Accessible
Learn proactive steps to ensure your full audience is able to participate. This session covers topics including identifying accessible event locations, planning for access and accommodation needed- including transportation, communication, and access statements

Faculty/Staff Training
Overview of ADA and legal framework, accommodation process, and how to be proactively accessible on campus and in the classroom.

Disability Awareness
General awareness of disability identity, service animals, program accessibility, and common barriers that arise on campus for students with disabilities.

Clinical Expert Discussion or Panel Participation
Looking for a physical therapist to present to your group on the latest ways to avoid sports injuries? How about a nurse practitioner or physician to sit on a panel discussion about trends in college health? Just send us an email with what you are looking for, and we’ll point you to a content expert within Well-being Resources who can help.

Financial health is one of the five pillars of student well-being. These presentations address topics such a budgeting, navigating UGA financial resources, and learning more about support funds that may be available to provide temporary financial assistance if needed.

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