Join 15 minutes of guided sessions on emotional detox, breathing, and meditation every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12:30 p.m.; View the informational flyer. No registration required. Related reading

Story Circles is a student-led peer support space where you can write, draw and express yourself using prompts grounded in narrative psychology and expressive writing. It’s a low-pressure way to find support and community this fall. Groups meet every Monday and Friday from 5 to 6 p.m. in Greenlaw Hall, Room 524, and all students […]

A weekly mutual-support group for students in, seeking, or curious about recovery from substance use, facilitated by Student Wellness staff. The group focuses on peer support and an honest, judgment-free space to share struggles and wins. Meets in SASB North, Suite 0103. This space is for students in or seeking recovery and is not open […]

Talk about The Deal by Elle Kennedy, the book that inspired the show Off Campus, with Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services, the Carolina Women’s Center and Chapel Hill Public Library. All are welcome, whether you’ve read the book, watched the show or just want to be part of the conversation. Meeting Room A.

A social gathering for military-affiliated students, including service members, veterans, National Guard members, ROTC cadets, and military spouses and dependents, to build community around the shared experience of military life. All Tar Heels are welcome to stop by and meet military-affiliated students. Tacos provided, plus a celebration of the Marine Corps’ 251st birthday. Frank Porter […]

Get a clear picture of today’s student loan repayment landscape, including federal repayment options, private loan considerations and recent updates that may affect borrowers. Learn strategies for choosing a repayment plan, managing monthly payments and balancing repayment with other financial priorities. Part of the Carolina Financial Well-Being Center’s Your Financial Toolkit webinar series.

Putting off that email or paper? Body doubling means working on your own tasks alongside other people, which can make it easier to get started and stay on track. Bring whatever you need to get done. Offered by the Writing and Learning Center in SASB North, Room 1118 (Upendo Lounge). Open to all students. Related […]

Design a rotary-etched pattern and use BeAM’s laser cutters to decorate a metal tumbler to take home. Complete the BeAM Orientation training before attending, and install the free Adobe Creative Cloud license available to UNC students. Reserve a seat through the BeAM Coworks app. BeAM Makerspace, Hanes Art Center.

Join 15 minutes of guided sessions on emotional detox, breathing, and meditation every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12:30 p.m.; View the informational flyer. No registration required. Related reading

Learn how to structure your study time, make the most of your free time and build accountability to reach your time management goals. A Writing and Learning Center workshop in Gardner Hall, Room 106. Related reading

A virtual peer support group for undergraduate and graduate students who are also parents, guardians or caregivers for aging or disabled adults. Students connect with others in similar situations, talk through shared challenges, manage stress and burnout, and learn about campus resources. Offered by the Carolina Women’s Center and led by MSW practicum students. Meets […]

Graduating soon? Learn when repayment starts, how to choose a repayment plan and what options exist for deferment, forbearance and loan forgiveness. The session also covers how interest accrues, how to avoid default and how small early payments can save money. Open to undergraduate, graduate and professional students, with CLE credit for undergraduates. Carolina Union, […]

Team up with fellow Tar Heels for Family Feud at Thursday Night Live. Guess the most popular answers, compete for prizes and enjoy finger sandwiches and chips. Free for UNC students. Carolina Union Underground Lounge.

Food and fellowship for students in or seeking recovery from substance use. All pathways of recovery are welcome and supported. Meets in the Carolina Union. This space is only for people in or seeking recovery and is not open to observers. Email recovery@unc.edu for the room number and more information. Related reading

MHFA is an evidence-based training that teaches participantshow to recognize signs and provide support to someoneexperiencing a mental health or substance use challenge.Fri, Nov 13 (Virtual) 9 am – 3 pm Related reading

Draw or be drawn on the Wilson Library steps. Get a portrait sketched by a fellow student, or grab some art supplies and make something of your own. Open to all, with no experience needed.

Join 15 minutes of guided sessions on emotional detox, breathing, and meditation every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12:30 p.m.; View the informational flyer. No registration required. Related reading

Design a rotary-etched pattern and use BeAM’s laser cutters to decorate a metal tumbler to take home. Complete the BeAM Orientation training before attending, and install the free Adobe Creative Cloud license available to UNC students. Reserve a seat through the BeAM Coworks app. BeAM Makerspace, Hanes Art Center.

A free, hands-on bystander CPR class led by trained EMTs. Learn to recognize cardiac arrest, give high-quality chest compressions and use an AED, so you can respond with confidence until help arrives. This is a non-certification class with no prior training needed, open to UNC students, faculty, staff and community members. Offered by HEARTSafe UNC […]

Story Circles is a student-led peer support space where you can write, draw and express yourself using prompts grounded in narrative psychology and expressive writing. It’s a low-pressure way to find support and community this fall. Groups meet every Monday and Friday from 5 to 6 p.m. in Greenlaw Hall, Room 524, and all students […]

The Ackland Art Museum stays open late for the Carrboro-Chapel Hill 2nd Friday ArtWalk. Stroll the galleries and sketch with supplies from the lobby art cart. Admission is always free and no registration is needed. Come solo or bring friends.

A guided look at art by Native American artists in Care and Concern: Recent Acquisitions of Modern and Contemporary Art, led by exhibition curator Lauren Turner. Free, but space is limited and registration is required through the Ackland’s events page. Students can scan a QR code at the event for CLE credit.

Spend a Saturday morning outdoors helping build a home in Orange County Habitat for Humanity’s Weaver’s Grove neighborhood alongside fellow UNC students. No construction experience needed. Sign up on Heel Life.

A celebration for all ages with a DJ, swag and prizes, balloons, face painting, puzzles and games, guided tours and a photo station. Enjoy pizza, popcorn, desserts and Pelican’s SnoBalls, and get to know the Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture and History.

Spend a Saturday afternoon outdoors helping build a home in Orange County Habitat for Humanity’s Weaver’s Grove neighborhood alongside fellow UNC students. No construction experience needed. Sign up on Heel Life.

The Fun Tabletop Gaming Network’s weekly game night: drop in, pick a board game and meet new people. All experience levels welcome. Greenlaw Hall, Room 304. Related reading

Build practical self-defense skills and confidence in a workshop led by instructors from Pure Jiu Jitsu, offered by the Carolina Neuroscience Club. Seats are limited, so complete the club’s sign-up […]