The act of writing letters by hand can be calming and restorative. Learn some basic handwriting techniques that combine to form simple, yet attractive letters of calligraphy. Everything practiced can be written in pencil. Please also have multiple sheets of graph paper, a ruler, and a protractor.

This may be the most important training you’ll ever take. Offered in partnership with the University Counseling Center as part of the “UW Lifesavers Initiative,” Gatekeepers Training teaches students, staff, faculty, and community members to help identify students at risk of suicide attempts and suicide. The interactive session provides participants with practical skills on how to intervene with a student, friend, or colleague who may be in a suicide crisis.

This may be the most important training you’ll ever take. Offered in partnership with the University Counseling Center as part of the “UW Lifesavers Initiative,” Gatekeepers Training teaches students, staff, faculty, and community members to help identify students at risk of suicide attempts and suicide. The interactive session provides participants with practical skills on how to intervene with a student, friend, or colleague who may be in a suicide crisis.

This 4-week workshop teaches skills in mindfulness and meditation. The curriculum-based program will help you manage stress as well as find more satisfaction in your daily life. Great for beginners and experienced meditators!

This 4-week workshop teaches skills in mindfulness and meditation. The curriculum-based program will help you manage stress as well as find more satisfaction in your daily life. Great for beginners and experienced meditators!

Most of us feel compassion when a close friend is struggling. What would it be like to receive the same caring attention from yourself when you need it most? Take a deeper dive into gaining skills for self-compassion and happiness. Join us for this 4 week workshop series and practice skills to enhance your capacity for emotional well-being.

Free and confidential mental health screenings. These screenings are open to all members of the UW Campus community and will serve as a safe space to ask questions about mental health counseling resources on campus and in the community. Screenings should take no longer than 15 minutes and will cover depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and suicide ideation.

Free and confidential alcohol and cannabis screenings. These screenings are open to all members of the UW Campus community and will serve as a safe space to ask questions about substance use resources on campus and in the community. Screenings should take no longer than 15 minutes and will cover substance use related issues.