Welcome back teaching candidates! Drop by for some tea and a snack, and start the new semester off with your wellness top of mind.

• Reflect on your wellbeing last semester, and set up your self-care plan for this semester
• Set some SMART goals
• Learn about the health and wellness supports available to you.
• Check-in with the WellU Key

Student Health and Wellness have partnered with Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit to offer Naloxone training to Lakehead students. Participants will learn about the symptoms of opioid overdose and when and how to use naloxone.

There is no cost for the training but registration is required and spaces are limited. Each participant will receive a naloxone kit.

Registration Required. Sign Up Here.

This training is free and open to students, faculty, and staff.

Kick off the new semester with a fresh start! Drop by our WellU Wednesday where we’ll explore ways to reset your substance use habits and focus on building healthier routines. Learn about the benefits of reducing your alcohol intake and get tips and resources to help you take charge of your well-being in the new year. Whether you're cutting back, going alcohol-free, or just curious, this is your opportunity to start strong and make positive changes.

Dream big and start the semester with intention! Join Student Health and Wellness for a fun and creative Vision Boarding Workshop. This event is all about visualizing your goals and setting the tone for a successful semester ahead.

Supplies will be provided to help you design your vision board and bring your aspirations to life.

Dream big and start the semester with intention! Join Student Health and Wellness for a fun and creative Vision Boarding Workshop. This event is all about visualizing your goals and setting the tone for a successful semester ahead.

Supplies will be provided to help you design your vision board and bring your aspirations to life.

Kick off the new semester with a fresh start! Drop by our WellU Wednesday where we’ll explore ways to reset your substance use habits and focus on building healthier routines. Learn about the benefits of reducing your alcohol intake and get tips and resources to help you take charge of your well-being in the new year. Whether you're cutting back, going alcohol-free, or just curious, this is your opportunity to start strong and make positive changes.

Student Health and Wellness have partnered with Superior Points Harm Reduction Program to offer Naloxone and Drug Testing Training to Lakehead students. Participants will learn about the symptoms of opioid overdose, when and how to use naloxone, and they will also learn how to test drugs for fentanyl and other contaminants. 

There is no cost for the training, however, registration is required and spaces are limited. Each participant will receive a naloxone kit and drug testing supplies.

Registration Required! Sign up here.

Open to students, faculty, staff, and all members of the Lakehead community.

Join us for Let's Get Active: a series of engaging fitness classes and activities exclusively for Lakehead graduate students, faculty, and staff! Hosted by Athletics and Student Health and Wellness, these sessions are designed to promote physical health, mental well-being, and a sense of community within our campus.

Each class will offer a unique opportunity to engage in different forms of exercise, from yoga and bocce to strength training and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking to destress, stay active, or try something new, there's something for everyone!

January's session will be part of Thrive Week and will be a yoga class facilitated by Modo Yoga

Details:

• Who: Lakehead graduate students, faculty, and staff.
• Cost: $5 per session to cover costs of instructors, equipment, or refreshments, depending on the activity.
• Registration: Required for all classes. Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up early: https://luathletics.lakeheadu.ca/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=0fcb...

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your well-being and connect with others in the Lakehead community!

Lakehead Fresh Market is excited to announce the dates for the rest of the fall semester. The Lakehead Fresh Market initiative is designed to make affordable, fresh produce accessible to students, staff, and faculty. It aims to promote healthy eating across campus by offering a selection of low-cost fruits and vegetables, making nutritious options available to everyone in our community.

This initiative is made possible through a collaboration with the Food Resource Centre, Aramark, Conference Services, and Student Health and Wellness, who have come together to support food accessibility and well-being on campus.

Payment is by debit or credit only, please bring your own bag! 

The LUSU Food Resource Centre will be offering $5.00 off coupons for students experiencing food insecurity. Students can stop by the LUSU Food Resource Centre (Room UC 2014b) on the Monday prior and from 10:30am-1:00pm on Market days to pick up their coupons. For more information email FRC@lusu.ca.

Join Student Health and Wellness for live, counsellor-led mindful meditation sessions every Wednesday in our activity room.

No experience necessary – whether you are new to mindfulness or practice regularly, having the support of a group can help strengthen your practice.