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SUMMARY:*Deadline to Register for SKY Happiness Retreat (3 days) on Oct 24-26*
DESCRIPTION:The SKY Happiness Retreat is an internationally acclaimed life-skills program that helps participants develop a relaxed\, stress-free mind and an energetic\, healthy body. The retreat teaches tools such as evidence-based meditation\, yoga\, breathwork and self-exploration in a fun and an experiential format. Join us on campus for a detox-weekend! Scholarships Availaible for Rutgers Students. \n\nRecent study at Yale University found that SKY Happiness Retreat significantly reduces stress\, depression\, and has a long-lasting impact on mental health\, mindfulness\, positive emotion and social connectedness. A study by Harvard University found that participants of the SKY program developed better sleep quality & resiliency against anticipatory stress. \nSome Benefits\n– Learn powerful evidence-based meditation that brings clarity and calm\n– Understand sources of stress and the power of breath-work\n– Gain the ability to effectively manage stress\, energy and negative emotions\n– Experience tools to increase personal happiness!\n– Increase social connection\, enthusiasm\, and inspiration\n– Learn to deal with criticism and mistakes\n– Increase capacity and self-confidence\n– Develop greater equanimity \n\nThe SKY Happiness Retreat is for Rutgers University students\, staff\, and faculty\, with limited seats available. It is is being offered partially funded to all Rutgers students (if accepted to the program). Since limited funds are available\, please ONLY APPLY if you are ABLE TO ATTEND all 3 sessions fully.\n\nREGISTRATION DEADLINE:  OCTOBER 24\, 2025 @ 11:59pm\n\nDetails of the fee breakdown for SKY Happiness Retreat (Premium):\nUndergraduate\, Graduate\, and PhD students- $50 after funding (limited seats)\nPost-Doctorates and visiting scholar – $50 after partial funding\nStaff and Faculty- $50 after partial funding\nIf you have questions or concerns\, let us know by emailing us at [ruskyhappiness@gmail.com].
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LOCATION:Cook Student Center\, 59 Biel Rd.\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health,Physical/Movement
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SUMMARY:Mini Meditation Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Feeling stressed? Need a short break during your day? Join us Thursdays in August (via zoom) at noon (8/7\, 8/14\, 8/28) for an ongoing mini meditation break.\nShort\, guided meditations (most will be 10 minutes or less).  s \n**NOTE:  Class will not be held on 8/21** \nhttps://rutgers.zoom.us/my/millotse?pwd=dEx1TmRURFprNGdGRWpTcm93ak04Zz09 \nSponsored by: \nUBHC – Rutgers University Behavior Health Care \nEAP – Employee Assistance Program (RBHS faculty and staff) \nSWP – Student Wellness Program (RBHS programs) \nSHS – Student Health Services (Student Counseling Services for New Jersey Medical School and School of Graduate Studies in Newark) \nQuestions? Contact Sarah Ben Younes-Millot: millotse@rutgers.edu
URL:https://live-rcomm-wp-rccl-sandbox.pantheonsite.io/event/mini-meditation-thursdays-2-2-3/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T140000
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SUMMARY:RU Connected Community Building Circles
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Community Building Circles – Empower Yourself and Connect! \nLooking to gain deeper self-awareness\, build meaningful connections\, and develop essential life skills? Our Community Building Circles offer a supportive space for students to share stories\, process experiences\, and enhance personal growth. Whether you’re navigating personal challenges\, academic stress\, or social dynamics\, this group is designed to help you thrive!\nExplore topics like anxiety\, relationships\, friendships\, self-care\, imposter syndrome\, identity\, grief/loss\, and more – all in a safe\, inclusive environment. Strengthen your confidence\, independence\, and sense of belonging while gaining valuable tools for life’s ups and downs. This is your chance to be part of a community that nurtures growth\, resilience\, and connection.\nReady to join? Refer yourself or a friend today and start your journey toward a more empowered and connected life! \nThursdays throughout the semester\, 1:00pm – 2:00pm @ CAPS.
URL:https://live-rcomm-wp-rccl-sandbox.pantheonsite.io/event/ru-connected-community-building-circles/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:CAPS (Counseling\, Alcohol and Other Drug Assistance Program & Psychiatric Services)\, 17 Senior Street\, New Brunswick\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
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SUMMARY:Wellness Workshop Series (Drop In - 4 Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a transformational drop-in wellness workshop series designed to support your mental and emotional well-being. Each 60-minute session explores practical tools and strategies for navigating life’s challenges with greater clarity and self-compassion. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed\, stuck or simply seeking a deeper sense of balance\, this series offers a supportive space to reflect\, grow and reconnect with yourself. \n Come to one or join all! \n10/23:  Managing Imposter Syndrome and Cultivating Self-Compassion \n10/30: Emotion Regulation\, Stress Management\, and Cultivating Resilience \n11/6:  Time Management and Life Balance \n11/13:  Mindfulness Meditation \nLocation:  Busch Campus\, Engineering Building B205
URL:https://live-rcomm-wp-rccl-sandbox.pantheonsite.io/event/wellness-workshop-series-drop-ins-4-thursdays/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Busch Campus\, Biomedical Engineering Building\, 599 Taylor Road\, Piscataway\, New Jersey\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T193000
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SUMMARY:Move with Meaning: A Wellness Experience
DESCRIPTION:Take a mindful pause this semester with Move with Meaning — a guided wellness experience blending mat Pilates\, journaling\, and real conversation led by Organizational Psychology doctoral candidate Victoria Valentin. \nThis month’s theme\, “Giving Yourself Grace\,” invites you to reflect on self-compassion\, balance\, and what it means to show up for yourself with kindness instead of pressure. \nWhat to Expect:\n– Gentle mat Pilates for all levels\n– Journaling and journal decorating\n– Free wellness giveaways\n– Healthy snacks and refreshments\n– Meaningful discussion around this month’s theme \nThursday\, October 23 | 7:30 – 8:50 PM | Cook/Douglass Recreation Center \nCome as you are: leave grounded\, inspired\, and reconnected.\nRegister here: Https://services.rec.rutgers.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=407bd943-4a75-43af-9e1c-6114ea109883 \n  \n🎧 Check out the Podcast!\nWe’ll have conversations inspired by this month’s episode. Listening beforehand is optional.\nYou can find it here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qCMLFDCB0oOaa6lBzw03c?si=2dm12968RjazF2pWlBfd5Q&nd=1&dlsi=6a1caf4899d942ac\n💡 Bonus tip: Spotify offers a student discount \nCome as you are: leave grounded\, inspired\, and reconnected.\nRegister here: Https://services.rec.rutgers.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=407bd943-4a75-43af-9e1c-6114ea109883 \n📸 @movewithmeaning.wellness
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LOCATION:Cook/Douglass Recreation Center\, 50 Biel Rd\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health,Physical/Movement
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SUMMARY:Observe the night sky!
DESCRIPTION:Observe the night sky through a 20-inch optical telescope at the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory on Rutgers’ Busch Campus. \nPublic open viewing nights are scheduled for the second\, third and fourth Thursdays of each month\, weather permitting. Free admission! \nObserving will be canceled for that night if the skies are cloudy at the beginning of the observing session. Please check this web-site for the most up-to-date information. https://observatory.rutgers.edu/ \nNaked-eye visibility of satellites from the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory may be found at the Heavens-Above Main Page . \nMore details on location: The Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory is located in the dome on the roof of the Serin Physics Laboratories on the corner of Frelinghuysen Road and Allison Road on the Busch Campus of Rutgers\, the State University of New Jersey. Our address is 136 Frelinghuysen Road\, Piscataway\, NJ and directions to our building are available. The public can park in lot 53 (between the building and the street) or lot 53A (about one block east on the other side of Frelinghuysen Road)\, but should obtain an electronic permit beforehand. To obtain the permit\, follow this link. Rutgers faculty\, staff\, and students do not need to obtain an additional permit\, but should only park in lots allowed by their existing parking permits (in most cases\, this does NOT include lot 53). Enter the doors on the west end of the building (facing Allison Road) and take the stairs (left or right sides of the lobby) or the elevator (left side of the lobby) to the fourth floor.
URL:https://live-rcomm-wp-rccl-sandbox.pantheonsite.io/event/observe-the-night-sky-2/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory\, 136 Frelinghuysen Road\, Piscataway\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health,Environment/Nature
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