#YUGood? Stressbusters Fest
Feb 24 - Feb 28
Need a break?
We got YU! Take part in free stress-busting activities happening across campus during the #YUGood? Stressbusters Fest! Expect yoga sessions, free massages, therapy dogs, DIY activities, and more. And if you're not on campus, there are fun social media challenges and giveaways to keep the excitement going online.
Events and Activities
Events are open to all students. Take part in events and activities on the Keele, Glendon and Markham campuses!
| Event | Description | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMPD Colour Break! | Grab a colouring page and colour your stress away! | Student Information Centre, Joan & Martin Goldfarb Centre for Fine Arts | |
| Visionary Vibes | Unleash your potential and bring it to life! Create a vision board to visualize your goals and set intentions for the future. | Scott Library, Steacie Library, Markham Library | During library open hours |
| Fidget Frenzy at Glendon | Stressed by midterms? Cold and Hungry? Stop by the Kiosk and make your own fidget toy! | GL Zone Kiosk, Centre of Excellence | 12 - 3 p.m. |
| The Zen Zone | Sink into comfy seating, enjoy the calming atmosphere with soft music and plants, and give yourself a well-deserved break. | During Library Open Hours | Frost Library Classroom (Glendon) |
| Money Matters | Explore resources on developing financial literacy skills. | Bronfman Library | During library open hours |
| Shelf-Love: Self-Help and Wellness Books | Do yourself a favour! Come to the Scott Library and check out one of our wellness and self-help books on display! | Scott Library | During library open hours |
| Library Study Squad | Join the Library Study Squad for a productive and supportive study session - tackle assignments, prep for exams, and share resources. It's a great way to stay motivated, meet new people, and make studying more enjoyable! Hosted by the Library Student Success Mentors. | Scott Library, rm 531 | 1 - 3 p.m. |
| Wellness Lounge | Relax and grab a coffee, tea, or a snack at the Wellness Lounge. | 219 Calumet College | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| LA&PS Dance-It-Out Challenge | Take part in a trending dance challenge with the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies for a chance to win fun prizes! | Check out the LA&PS Instagram channel for instructions to participate. | Happening all week long. |
| Event | Description | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yoga at Bergeron | Bring your yoga mat! First-come, first served. | 203 Bergeron Centre | 12 – 1 p.m. |
| Paws & Relax: Therapy Dogs | Get some puppy love and take a study break! | Founders Assembly Hall, Rm. 152 Founders College | 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. |
| Wellness Lounge | Relax and grab a coffee, tea, or a snack at the Wellness Lounge. | 129 Calumet College | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| Walk-in Counselling & Student Success | Connect with the team at the Student Success and Health & Wellness table. | Stong College, Main Entrance | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
| Fidget Frenzy | Stressed by midterms? Cold and Hungry? Stop by the Kiosk and make your own fidget toy! | GL Zone Kiosk, Centre of Excellence (Glendon Campus) | 12 - 3 p.m. |
| Stress Relief Engagement Board | Hey mature students, come chat! ACMAPS Transition Coaches will hear you out and discuss your options with you. | 111 Central Square | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
| Visionary Vibes | Unleash your potential and bring it to life! Create a vision board to visualize your goals and set intentions for the future. | Scott Library, Steacie Library, Markham Library | During library open hours |
| Money Matters | Explore resources on developing financial literacy skills. | Bronfman Library | During library open hours |
| Shelf-Love: Self-Help and Wellness Books | Do yourself a favour! Come to the Scott Library and check out one of our wellness and self-help books on display! | Scott Library | During library open hours |
| Art Therapy Corner | Grab a colouring book or paint some rocks to relieve stress in a therapeutic way while creating beautiful art! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| The Positivity Patch: LA&PS Affirmation Station | Contribute to our Wall of Affirmations! Write positive affirmations on sticky notes for yourself and others and place them on our affirmation wall. | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| The Play Pit: LA&PS Activity Station | Take part in a solo activity or some multiplayer games with your peers! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| #LookGoodFeelGood Photobooth and Selfie Contest | Take photos with your friends and enter the #LookGoodFeelGood social media contest at this photobooth! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| LA&PS Dance-It-Out Challenge | Take part in a trending dance challenge with the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies for a chance to win fun prizes! | Check out the LA&PS Instagram channel for instructions to participate. | Happening all week long. |
| Event | Description | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Fair | Learn about health resources available to you on and off campus! | Vari Hall, Ross Link and Central Square | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m |
| Mindfulness Corner | Practice mindfulness and focus on your spiritual well-being! | 023 Winters College | 12 – 1:30 p.m. |
| Grad Wellness Mood Walk | Join the team from Graduate Student Wellness Services as we chat and unwind while walking York’s Keele Campus. | Meet inside the middle entrance to Vari Hall. | 1 – 2 p.m. |
| Kindness & Appreciation Board | Leave sticky notes with messages of kindness for you and your peers! | Breezeway, York Hall (Glendon) | 1 – 3 p.m. |
| Paws & Relax: Therapy Dogs (Glendon) | Get some puppy love and take a study break! | Skyroom, York Hall 300A | 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. |
| Schulich Creates: Charms and Colouring | Create custom affirmation phone charms and/or bracelets! Or, enjoy some relaxing colouring activities. | Marketplace/Peer Mentor Corner, Schulich School of Business | 12 - 1 p.m. |
| Walk-in Counselling & Student Success | Connect with the team at the Student Success and Health & Wellness table. | Stong College, Main Entrance | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
| Wellness Lounge | Relax and grab a coffee, tea, or a snack at the Wellness Lounge. | 219 Calumet College | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| The Zen Zone | Sink into comfy seating, enjoy the calming atmosphere with soft music and plants, and give yourself a well-deserved break. | During Library Open Hours | Frost Library Classroom (Glendon) |
| Art Therapy Corner | Grab a colouring book or paint some rocks to relieve stress in a therapeutic way while creating beautiful art! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p..m. |
| The Positivity Patch: LA&PS Affirmation Station | Contribute to our Wall of Affirmations! Write positive affirmations on sticky notes for yourself and others and place them on our affirmation wall. | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p..m. |
| The Play Pit: LA&PS Activity Station | Take part in a solo activity or some multiplayer games with your peers! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p..m. |
| #LookGoodFeelGood Photobooth and Selfie Contest | Take photos with your friends and enter the #LookGoodFeelGood social media contest at this photobooth! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| LA&PS Dance-It-Out Challenge | Take part in a trending dance challenge with the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies for a chance to win fun prizes! | Check out the LA&PS Instagram channel for instructions to participate. | Happening all week long. |
| Visionary Vibes | Unleash your potential and bring it to life! Create a vision board to visualize your goals and set intentions for the future. | Scott Library, Steacie Library, Markham Library | During library open hours |
| Money Matters | Explore resources on developing financial literacy skills. | Bronfman Library | During library open hours |
| Shelf-Love: Self-Help and Wellness Books | Do yourself a favour! Come to the Scott Library and check out one of our wellness and self-help books on display! | Scott Library | During library open hours |
| Event | Description | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Zen Zone | Sink into comfy seating, enjoy the calming atmosphere with soft music and plants, and give yourself a well-deserved break. | 10 – 4 p.m. | Scott Library Screening Room, Markham Campus Library Viz Studio & Gaming Lab |
| Wellness Lounge | Relax and grab a coffee, tea, or a snack at the Wellness Lounge. | 219 Calumet College | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| Fidget Frenzy | Stressed by midterms? Cold and Hungry? Stop by the Kiosk and make your own fidget toy! | GL Zone Kiosk, Centre of Excellence (Glendon Campus) | 12 - 3 p.m. |
| Art Therapy Corner | Grab a colouring book or paint some rocks to relieve stress in a therapeutic way while creating beautiful art! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p..m. |
| The Positivity Patch: LA&PS Affirmation Station | Contribute to our Wall of Affirmations! Write positive affirmations on sticky notes for yourself and others and place them on our affirmation wall. | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p..m. |
| The Play Pit: LA&PS Activity Station | Take part in a solo activity or some multiplayer games with your peers! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p..m. |
| #LookGoodFeelGood Photobooth and Selfie Contest | Take photos with your friends and enter the #LookGoodFeelGood social media contest at this photobooth! | Vanier Renaissance Room, Community Hub VC001 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| LA&PS Dance-It-Out Challenge | Take part in a trending dance challenge with the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies for a chance to win fun prizes! | Check out the LA&PS Instagram channel for instructions to participate. | Happening all week long. |
| Visionary Vibes | Unleash your potential and bring it to life! Create a vision board to visualize your goals and set intentions for the future. | Scott Library, Steacie Library, Markham Library | During library open hours |
| Money Matters | Explore resources on developing financial literacy skills. | Bronfman Library | During library open hours |
| Shelf-Love: Self-Help and Wellness Books | Do yourself a favour! Come to the Scott Library and check out one of our wellness and self-help books on display! | Scott Library | During library open hours |
| Event | Description | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Saavy: Anxiety Unmasked | Learn how to regulate your emotions through this virtual course! | Virtual, check out the website! | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
| Aum-mazing Meditation | Embark on an inspiring journey with us to uncover the religious and cultural significance of ‘Aum.’ Feel its transformative power through a guided meditation! | Bethune College Rm 320 | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
| Wellness Lounge | Relax and grab a coffee, tea, or a snack at the Wellness Lounge. | 219 Calumet College | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| The Zen Zone | Sink into comfy seating, enjoy the calming atmosphere with soft music and plants, and give yourself a well-deserved break. | Frost Library Classroom (Glendon) | During Library Open Hours |
| Motivation & Procrastination | Do you identify as a procrastinator? This workshop will help you learn how to overcome procrastination and find internal motivation to help you succeed! | Online Via Zoom | 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. |
| Visionary Vibes | Unleash your potential and bring it to life! Create a vision board to visualize your goals and set intentions for the future. | Scott Library, Steacie Library, Markham Library | During library open hours |
| Money Matters | Explore resources on developing financial literacy skills. | Bronfman Library | During library open hours |
| Shelf-Love: Self-Help and Wellness Books | Do yourself a favour! Come to the Scott Library and check out one of our wellness and self-help books on display! | Scott Library | During library open hours |
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