Heels Care Network

Inhaling Positivity Meditation
2026-04-10 12:30 - 12:45, 2026-04-08 12:30 - 12:45, 2026-04-06 12:30 - 12:45, 2026-04-03 12:30 - 12:45, 2026-04-01 12:30 - 12:45, 2026-03-30 12:30 - 12:45, 2026-03-27 12:30 - 12:45, 2026-03-25 12:30 - 12:45 (America/New_York) and 8 more dates
Join 15 minutes of guided sessions on emotional detox, breathing, and meditation every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12:30 p.m.; See the flyer here.

No registration required.

SEED: Character Virtual Workshop
2026-04-09 15:00 - 16:00 | Carolina Union 3503
As part of the SEED Curriculum, students are required to participate in workshops to complete program modules. These in-person sessions provide opportunities for hands-on learning, peer collaboration, and practical application of concepts introduced in the curriculum.

Workshops are designed to create an interactive environment where participants can ask questions, receive instructor guidance, and develop essential skills through guided activities.

Completion of the online modules is required prior to attending the in-person workshop. Students must enroll in the Canvas course to complete the online portion: https://uncch.instructure.com/enroll/HCB6WC

Meals on CUAB
2026-04-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Carolina Union, CUAB Suite 2519
Students can pick up a voucher for Pulp Juice & Smoothie Bar through Meals on CUAB. This opportunity is available for those who were unable to receive a voucher on April 8. Limit one voucher per student.

Swing Away the Stress
2026-04-09 12:30 - 14:00 | Rams Head Plaza
Students are invited to connect with Healthy Heels interns for a themed “tee break” event. Timed around the Masters Tournament, this putt-putt activity offers an opportunity to unwind and relieve stress ahead of finals.

In addition to putting, the event features a tea station with calming teas, affirmations, and stress relief resources.

Story Circles - Mental Health Support and Community
2026-04-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-01 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-25 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Greenlaw 524
Interested in some mental health support and community? Come join Story Circles, weekly meetings where students draw, write, and express themselves using prompts backed by expressive writing and narrative psychology techniques! Learn how to reflect on everyday life struggles and support one another!

Budgeting for Real Life - Financial Literacy Month at Carolina: Build Your Money Game Plan
2026-04-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Carolina Union Room 2422
Managing finances does not have to be overwhelming. This workshop introduces strategies for creating a budget that fits individual lifestyles, tracking spending, and prioritizing expenses to support financial goals. Participants will learn practical tools for managing part-time income, tuition, and everyday expenses more effectively.

This event is open to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. CLE credit is available for undergraduate students who verify attendance for the full session.

Meals on CUAB
2026-04-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Gift Plaza - Union
Students can pick up a voucher for Pulp Juice & Smoothie Bar through Meals on CUAB.

Virtual Meditation Opportunity
2026-04-01 08:30 - 17:00
Gillings Culture of Health

The Mindful UNC community is invited to attend the next Monthly Mindful session on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 8:30 AM.

This session will be led by Christine Lathren and will feature a guided meditation titled “Affectionate Breathing” from the Mindful Self-Compassion program. The practice focuses on pairing the breath, or other chosen sensations, with a sense of warmth and kindness toward oneself and one’s experience.

Caregiver's Support Group
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:30
The UNC Caregiver’s Support Group’s mission is to provide support, education, and advocacy for caregivers. All caregivers are welcome, but we do focus on those caring for individuals with memory disorders.

Participation is free for members and non-members. Email Susan.Chesser@unchealth.unc.edu to register.

Date: 3rd Wednesday of every month

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Location: Online via Zoom

Total WellBeing Expo
2026-03-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Fetzer Hall, 210 South Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 210 South Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States
The annual Total WellBeing Expo is an opportunity to focus on wellness from Head to Heels.

Event Highlights

Free wellness checks for State Health Plan members beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Lunch sponsored by TIAA and sampling of new Pepsi products

360° photo booth, chair massages, cooking demonstrations, and Tai Chi

Mini mindfulness sessions and visits with pet therapy dogs

Bouncing Bulldogs jump-rope performance

Exploration of local wellness resources

Photos with Ramses

Additional Details

Virtual sessions begin March 16 for those unable to attend in person

Participation is free and considered work time with manager approval

Volunteers needed from 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (free T-shirt provided)

Full schedule and registration details will be shared later this month via email

Perks & Discounts

Share the Love & Save

Working Advantage offers up to 25% off gifts including sweets, flowers, fragrances, jewelry, personalized items, and more

Access with Company Code: GOHEELS

Morehead Science Summer Camps Discount

7% off for Carolina faculty and staff

Registration opens February 9

Use code TARHEEL31

One discount per registration

Additional savings available with Morehead membership

Best Travel Deals of the Year – Wave Season

February travel offers include:

Princess Cruises: Up to 40% off, reduced deposits, instant savings, free extra guests

AmaWaterways: Complimentary land packages

African Travel: Up to $500 off

Celebrity Cruises: 75% off second guest and land package specials

NASCAR Discount: Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway

Discount available through Arts, Entertainment & Hobbies – Human Resources (ONYEN login required)

$30 off tickets for the March 29 Spring NASCAR Cup Series race

First 400 tickets purchased with code TarHeels receive a UNC-branded NASCAR koozie

Offer ends March 29 at 1:30 p.m.

Groups of 10+ may contact the speedway directly

Mental Health Seminar: The Healing Power of Presence - Mindfulness for Stress and Life Satisfaction
2026-03-09 12:00 - 13:30 | ONLINE - Webinar
Join us to explore how cultivating presence can support both individual well-being and the health of our broader communities. This seminar will be led by Dr. Caroline Hexdall, a licensed psychologist and mindfulness instructor with the School of Medicine’s Program on Integrative Medicine and founder of the Center for Mindful Development. Drawing on her work at the intersection of lifespan development, well-being, and mindfulness, Dr. Hexdall integrates evidence-based psychology with practical mindfulness approaches used with children, adolescents, and diverse community settings.

Grounded in mindfulness-based principles, the session invites participants to slow down, reconnect with the present moment, and reflect on how inner awareness shapes our relationships and communities. Through guided reflection, accessible practices, and real-life applications, you will learn how mindfulness can reduce stress, support emotional regulation, and enhance overall life satisfaction—while also fostering empathy, connection, and more thoughtful engagement with others. This seminar is open to all, whether you are new to mindfulness or looking to deepen your practice for personal growth and shared well-being.

Paying off Debt While Building Wealth
2026-03-06 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE - Webinar
In difficult economic times, many people are struggling to just keep up with monthly bills, let alone make progress on debt repayment. What suffers most is contributing to savings and investing goals. This session will focus on developing financial plans and strategies to address the dual goals of having a plan for paying off debt, while also contributing to building personal wealth.This session covers the basics (or essentials) of each area and describes practical techniques that can help you to formulate your own plan to manage your personal finances to organize a sensible debt repayment plan without sacrificing other financial goals.

Workshop Objectives:

-Recognize the importance of a practical debt repayment strategy-Understand the importance of setting and tracking short- and long-term financial goals-Learn how to set milestones to address debt repayment and savings-Be able to prioritize most effective use of disposable income-Differentiate between saving and investing and when each makes sense

Date: Friday, March 6

Time: 12 p.m. Sessions are 45-60 minutes depending on the topic.

Location: Online

Click on Carolina Talent registration link and select the “Request” button to automatically enroll.
