Sharing Well-being Resources and Asking for Help
We all encounter difficulties managing our well-being; it’s part of the human experience. One of the most important ways you can improve your resilience and strengthen your well-being is by asking for help. We encourage you to reach out for support and explore the following resources to support your holistic well-being.
Dear Students,
We all encounter difficulties managing our well-being; it’s part of the human experience. One of the most important ways you can improve your resilience and strengthen your well-being is by asking for help. That might mean inviting a friend to share a meal and telling them about your day, attending a University Life workshop to learn how to manage your finances, or reaching out to Student Health on Haven or Columbia Health’s counseling services for support with your mental health.
To support my own well-being, I’ve developed a practice of gratitude, and try to end every day by giving thanks for someone or something I appreciate. I often feel grateful for the students, colleagues, friends, and family who have asked for my help. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of trust in supporting each other; in turn these encounters always remind me of the many places I can turn when I need help or support.
I encourage you to reach out for support and explore the following resources to support your holistic well-being.
Health Reminders
- Staying home when you are sick is an important part of how we stay healthy together.
- If you have any symptoms of COVID-19, stay home until you feel well, mask, get tested, and seek care if you need it. Review other COVID-19 guidance and policies.
- Getting the flu vaccine protects your health and our community. You can make an appointment at a nearby pharmacy.
- Additional flu season information is available through Columbia Health for Morningside/Manhattanville students and Student Health on Haven for CUIMC students.
Student Spotlight
Serving and Advocating for Service Members
School of General Studies senior Julian Melo is a first-generation American who immigrated from Brazil. A veteran of the United States Army, Julian is currently focused on pursuing a degree in Political Science. He is also a Social Impact Fellow with Columbia World Projects, researching how artificial intelligence can be used to lower the costs of translation services for immigrants.
“My family and cultural background has been a huge influence on my life. One of the core values that I carry with me is resourcefulness out of scarcity. That resourcefulness, that grit really stayed with me." -Julian Melo (GS ‘23)
Well-being Events and Opportunities with University Life
- LGBTQ+ Roundtable with Columbia Faculty (In-Person). University Life, in partnership with the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement and the School of Nursing, invites you to a roundtable event with Columbia Faculty who will share their experiences navigating higher education as members of the LGBTQ+ community. Appetizers and University Life swag will be provided. Thursday, November 10, 6:00 - 7:30 PM. Learn more and register.
- Yoga Class (In-Person). Take a break and relax with yoga in Earl Hall, hosted by Religious Life every Thursday. Please bring your own mat and arrive 5-10 minutes early to sign in and set up. Thursday, October 13, 7:00 - 8:00 PM. Learn more.
- Managing Procrastination: A Workshop with Dr. Yaniv Phillips (Virtual). As part of the Graduate Initiative for Inclusion & Engagement, join Yaniv Phillips, Ph.D., Senior Psychologist in Columbia Health Counseling and Psychological Services, who will address procrastination and time management difficulties that can affect your studies and your life. Monday, November 14, 12:00 - 1:30 PM. Learn more and register.
Well-Being Opportunities with Columbia Health (Morningside/Manhattanville Students)
- Problem-Solving/Coping Skills Drop-in (In-Person). Meet with a Counseling and Psychological Services provider for a one-time session to talk about an everyday life concern impacting emotional well-being. You can also check Columbia Health’s list of coping tools and crisis resources. Various dates and times. Learn more.
- Wellness Coaching (Virtual). Partner with a certified Well-being Advocate to define what living well means for you and co-create a plan to make that vision a sustainable reality. By appointment. By appointment. Learn more.
- Friend2Friend. This workshop from Alice! Health Promotion can help you recognize and respond to others exhibiting signs of distress. Focused on understanding, reframing, referring, and self-care, you will learn how to connect peers to resources on- and off-campus. Complete the Friend2Friend Interest Form to get notified when new sessions are scheduled.
Well-Being Opportunities with Student Health on Haven (CUIMC Students)
- Mindfulness Meditation (Virtual). Increase awareness of the present moment and promote relaxation through biweekly group meditation sessions. Mondays, 11:00 - 11:15 AM and Thursdays 1:00 - 1:15 PM. Learn more.
- Well-Being Strategy Sessions (Virtual). Well-Being Strategy Sessions help you prioritize, problem solve, build skills, and work to create a flexible action plan that makes sense for you. By appointment. Learn more.
- Motivational Interviewing Training (In-Person). Addiction Information + Management Strategies (AIMS) is offering training in Motivational Interviewing, a client-centered approach to enhancing motivation. Wednesday, November 9, 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Register here.
Take care,
Joseph Defraine Greenwell, Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
University Life
Gender Pronouns: He/Him/His