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HSCommunity: October 2024

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HSCommunity: October 2024

/ Court Side

It’s officially fall, can y’all believe it? By now we have settled into the semester and are looking for some fun and engaging activities. Here are a few recommendations:

  • Ever wanted to unpack what you heard on a podcast? Join the Pod Squad! As part of Operation Blue Sky, and in partnership with others across campus, this group provides a space to explore and discuss podcasts each month.
  • Women in Science and Health (WISH) is seeking new members who are doing—or want to do—incredible things in their field. This inclusive group meets monthly to collaborate and empower all women.
  • The Center for Black Culture is hosting a Game Night and Tailgate during the week of Homecoming. Hang out and connect with old and new friends before the Mountaineers take on Kansas State!
  • Join WVU Collegiate Recovery for their new Lunch and Learn Series with complimentary pizza and engaging, educational discussions. Students are invited to stay afterwards for an All Recovery Meeting to connect with peers and explore topics such as mental well-being, stress reduction, gratitude and more.

These are only a few of the fun things happening on campus this month. Make sure you check out the Health Sciences and WVU calendars for more events. Have a fun and SPOOKY October!

/ Court Lanham, MSW (they/them)
Director of Diversity, WVU Health Sciences
Office of the Chancellor and Executive Dean

/ BeWell

Hello from the Carruth Center’s BeWell team! We hope that fall break gives you the opportunity to rest and recover. This month, we will host several events to support student wellness and mental health; all are free, and a few don’t require registration!

We recognize that this time of the year is often a stressful time. Therefore, the BeWell team would like to introduce a values activity to support your well-being. Identifying your personal values and exploring how they show up in your life is an important step in promoting well-being and satisfaction. We invite you to take 5-10 minutes to complete the values identification activity to get meaningful information regarding what matters to you and whether any stress or ill-being you’re experiencing currently might be related to living in a way that is inconsistent with your personal values.

/ Sarah Sadler, M.S. (she/her/hers)
Graduate Assistant
BeWell, Extension of The Carruth Center for Counseling and Psychological Services

/ Featured Events

Alumni Association Spirit Stop
Catch the alumni truck stationed across campus during Homecoming week for an exclusive giveaway, games, music, a chance to win a WVU prize pack and more! A Spirit Stop will take place at the Health Sciences Center on Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more.

Mindful Steps
Led by a team of expert instructors, this free series is designed to assist in developing and maintaining mindful resilience, mental fitness and relaxation. Participants are invited to attend a virtual one-hour session on Oct. 17 at noon focused on sustaining daily mindfulness. Learn more.

Paint a Wooden Pumpkin
Visit Pylons Commons on Monday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to paint a wooden pumpkin to add to your fall decorations. Free hot chocolate and popcorn will be provided. Learn more.

Honoring Diversity Series
Discussion on how we can help create an inclusive and appreciative environment for all Mountaineers through using inclusive language and disrupting micro aggressions on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Learn the haunted history of Halloween on Oct. 29. Register online.

Lens Shifting Workshop
Learn about the benefits of expressing gratitude and gain tools to nurture your well-being on Monday, Oct. 28, at noon in the Chancellor's Office conference room (HSC-South). Presented by BeWell. Learn more and register.

Pod Squad
Discover, connect and enjoy two podcasts each month from WVU and beyond. Join the virtual meetup on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at noon to discuss selections from WVoice: A HealthSciences Podcast and Inside Mental Health Podcast. Learn more and register to join.

Wellness in the Pylons
Drop by Pylons Commons on Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for self-care and stress management activities.

Burnout & Self-care Seminar
Hosted by BeWell on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 4:30 p.m., this virtual seminar will help students who are feeling overwhelmed or exhausted to recharge and prioritize well-being. Registration required.

For more events, visit cal.wvu.edu.

/ Journey to Your Highest Potential

All Mountaineers deserve the opportunity to reach their greatest potential and live their best lives.

From basic needs and life skills to managing stress, self-care and more, you can find the resources and tools you need to support your well-being, build resiliency and succeed in one, searchable location.

Explore the WVU Well-being website.