• Mindful Meditation by Bhakti Yoga Club of UNC Chapel Hill

    Carolina Union Room 3203

    Mindful meditation is a key practice of Bhakti Yoga. Original Yoga practices were made to help one control their thoughts and actions through raising awareness and self-regulation. Yoga from ancient India was originally meant for the mind before it was popularized as a physical activity. The UNC Bhakti Yoga club is working to help students […]

  • Loneliness and Belonging for Service Members and Veterans

    Social isolation has been identified as a grand challenge of social work. Military affiliated communities experience with this challenge is associated with occupational demands of the field and acculturated beliefs within military culture. The ramifications of prolonged, unmitigated isolation may contribute to the intractable problem of military suicide. This presentation details the problem and solution […]

  • Sister Talk: The Empty Seat

    Carolina Union 3201

    Sister Talk is a safe and supportive space centered on the experiences of undergraduate women at UNC-Chapel Hill. Our conversations equip participants with tools and resources for success. Beyond community building, it offers learning and development opportunities to enhance self-awareness and resilience, as well as discussion of the unique challenges associated with identity. The program is […]

  • QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Gatekeeper Training

    Carolina Union Room 3515

    Just like CPR is for physical emergencies, QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an emergency response that can save lives during a mental health crisis. In just 90 minutes, you'll gain the skills to recognize when someone is in distress, learn how to help, and practice those skills in a safe environment. Why QPR? Your participation […]

  • Trivia Night - Active Minds x Psi Chi

    Join us for a night of competitive fun with mental health/psychology and just for fun trivia! Play for prizes and treats, meet representatives from Psi Chi and Active Minds, and make new friends! Be sure to bring a laptop, tablet, or phone to play. 

  • Mental Health Seminar: The Power of Peer and Mutual Support

    Virtual Event

    What role do friends, classmates, and peers play in mental health? More than you might think. Edwin Fisher, PhD, will share how peer support has been used around the world to strengthen mental health and wellbeing. From informal encouragement among friends to structured peer programs in schools, workplaces, and health care, Dr. Fisher will highlight […]

  • Mental Health First Aid Training

    Mental Health First Aid Training

    Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training that teaches participants skills to recognize signs and provide support someone experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Just as CPR training helps a layperson without formal medical training assist an individual following a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid equips a layperson to assist someone […]