Brantford Breakfast Bar
9:30-11:30 a.m. | Drop-in while supplies last | Wellness Hub (OM 206-30)
Grab some breakfast on your way to class, connect with your peers, and learn about wellness. Free for Laurier and Conestoga students. There will be vegan, gluten-free, and halal options available. Brought to you by Wellness Education and the Dean of Students Office.
Hosted by: Wellness Education
Career Wellness Expo
9 to 11 a.m. | Drop-in | Outside OM 206-40
Drop by the Career Centre to hear about Career Wellness and some factors that can contribute to Career Wellness. Engage in interactive activities, play games, participate in a resumé pulse check, and grab some resources that can positively impact your own Career Wellness!
Hosted by: Career Centre
Career Gratitude Journaling
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Drop-in | Student Commons
Join us for a unique, drop-in Career Gratitude Journaling event. This drop-in event is designed to help reflect on your career journey while practicing gratitude and mindfulness. You will have the change to start your own Career Gratitude Journal! Whether you’re looking for career clarity, a little self-reflection, or just some mindfulness, this journaling session is the perfect way to align your personal well-being with your professional goals.
Hosted by: Career Centre
Cycle Fitness Class
12:15 to 1 p.m. | Drop-in | LBYMCA - Studio C
Cycle Fit is a low impact cycle workout with both high and low intensity options. An instructor will guide you through this fun workout with a variety of drills such as intervals, sprints, and hills.
Hosted by: Athletics and Recreation & LBYMCA
Grit, Habit Formation and Forgiveness
1 to 2:30 p.m. | Register in Advance or Drop-In | OM 207-1
So much of our day is the repetition of routines and habits – let’s use that knowledge to our advantage! In this session, you’ll learn more about building positive habits that can help you to achieve your long-term goals. Light refreshments and a small giveaway will be provided. This workshop is from the Growing Your Strengths: Resiliency Toolkit Program.
Hosted by: Dean of Student's Office and Student Success
Grad Student Wellness Lounge
3 to 4:30 p.m. | Drop-in | Wellness Hub (OM 206-30)
Calling all grad students! Drop-in and de-stress! We are (temporarily) making the Wellness Hub a Grad Student only space! Check out the massage chairs, the fidget toys in the sensory room, do a craft, connect with your peers, and grab a snack!
Hosted by: Wellness Education
Dribble Past Distractions
4 to 6 p.m. | Drop-in | OM 207-1
Students are invited to join the team of Peer Academic Coaches for Dribble Past Distractions. Coaches will be facilitating the Pomodoro study technique for the perfect balance of working and taking breaks. Take some free throws on the basketball net for some swag/snacks, and work through the Pomodoro timing to work, study, or conquer readings! Please note, this event is reserved for Laurier students. If you are a conestoga student, you can access workshops through your student success portal.
Hosted by: Student Success
VR for Wellness
7 to 9 p.m. | Register in Advance or Drop-in | One Market Atrium
Join us to learn about using virtual reality to enhance and support our wellness! There will be relaxing virtual reality apps that you can try, like walking in nature. Connect, de-stress, and engage in some important self-care! Didn't register? You can drop-in and see if there is space available!
Hosted by: Dr. Jennifer Lavoie's VR Crime Lab
Self-Care Bingo
All Week | Asynchronous | OM 206-30 (Wellness Hub)
Embrace self-care during Thrive week with our fun self-care Bingo! Complete a line (horizontal, vertical or diagonal) of self-care tasks to get BINGO. Once completed, come see Claire at the Wellness Hub (OM 206-30), by Friday, November 8th to be entered to win a prize!
Hosted by: Wellness Education
Career Closet
All Week | Available by Appointment | Career Centre
Are you lacking professional attire for an impending interview or a work event? Does this make you feel anxious or unconfident? The Career Centre can help! From Nov. 4-8, Laurier students can email careerbrantford@wlu.ca and book an appointment to access our Career Closet. Learn about appropriate work attire and how to dress for success! The Career Closet includes items generously donated by the campus community.
Hosted by: Career Centre