Student Health Outreach & Promotion (SHOP), and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), will collaborate for Mental Health Awareness Month this May. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) describes the awareness month as a “national movement, dedicated to eradicating stigma, extending support, fostering public education and advocating for policies that prioritize the well-being of individuals and families affected by mental illness.”
Join the student peer teams for an activity, pick up a self-care kit, participate in a collaborative art project, stop by a workshop, a resource fair and more! Add the Mental Health Awareness Calendar to your schedule, new events will be added throughout the month!
Counseling & Psychological Services - Outreach Events 
CAPS Peer Team Tabling
- May 16 - Rachel Carson College; 2:30–4:00 PM
- May 22 - Stevenson College; 1:00–2:00 PM
- May 31 - Cowell Student Health Center; 2:30–4:00 PM
PEP Chats
Connect with the CAPS Peer Educator Team while participating in creative activities in an open and safe student-led space for community support and honest conversations. (*All art supplies provided while they last). Join us for one or all events:
- View the calendar for location & times for all events!
- May 13 at Rachel Carson College - "Rock Reflections" - paint words of hope and affirmation on a rock to keep for yourself or give to a friend.
- May 24 at East Field - "Dive into Mental Health" - Visit our conversation "pool" to connect with other students and learn a little more about yourself.
Question, Persuade, and Refer Training
Join Dr. Jess Magallanes-Evans for QPR Gatekeeper training to learn about college student mental health, suicide prevention, and how you can help prevent suicide in the campus community. This is a small group training and sign-up is required (limit of 15 per group).
Choose a training option below and register for QPR Training.
- May 20 - 2:30–4:30 PM
- May 30 - 3:00–5:00 PM
Gender-Affirming Care Workshop | Sponsored by CAPS PEP and the Cantú Queer Center
May 23 from 3:00–5:00 PM at the Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room.
Curious about options for Gender-Affirming Care and how to access it? Join CAPS PEP and the Cantú Queer Center for an informational workshop on Gender Affirming Care, story sharing, and community building.
SHOP TALK - Mental Health Promotion Events
SHOP pop-ups around campus
- May 8 - Cowell Student Health Center; 1:00–2:00 PM
- May 31 - Cowell Student Health Center; 2:30–4:00 PM
Wellness Walk with Alex Jones
May 6, 2:00–3:30 PM | Meet at The ARC patio
Join the SHOP team for a wellness walk through campus with Alex Jones, our natural preserves steward. We will learn about the Ecology of Campus and do some mindfulness activities!
Overcoming Your Fear of Finances w/ Slug Cents
May 14, 12:00–1:00 PM at the Cowell Student Health Center, Mural Room
Join SHOP and Slug Cents for a discussion on Financial wellness, budgeting, and self-compassion. Ike's sandwiches provided with registration. $50 gift card raffle! Registration Form for the Slug Cents Event
Mental Health Resource Fair | Presented by CHES
May 9, 1:00–3:00 PM in the Porter Quad
This event aims to provide a supportive and informative space for students to explore self-care practices, wellness resources, and mental health services on and off campus. Burritos and boba refreshments will be available to all!
Wellness Fair (Rescheduled)
May 22 at 12:00 PM
The Healthy Campus Network Wellness Fair is open to all students, staff, and faculty, and will showcase the many departments, programs, and resources on campus that help contribute to a culture of well-being. Grab some small bites and treats and maybe even win some prizes! There will also be 30-minute yoga sessions, an e-bike demonstration, and a bike helmet giveaway!
