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Relax, refresh, renew, during Stress Less Week from April 18-22!

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Don’t let exam stress overwhelm you this semester! Mark your calendars for UAB’s bi-annual Stress Less Week from April 18-22. 

 

Beginning on Monday, April 18, participate in “Sidewalk Chalking” outside of the Hill Student Center from 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. Spread positive affirmations in an array of colors for all of campus to enjoy!

 

Continuing on Monday, from 11:30 a.m. — 5:30 p.m. students can also visit a number of stations at “DIY Day". Play carnival games, craft study buddies, pick up some swag and more!

 

Continuing on Tuesday, April 19, join Wellness Promotion for the Spring 2022 Wellness Fair! From 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. tie-dye t-shirts, receive free health screenings, games and more as you prep for a happy and healthy summer break.

 

After lunch head over to the Blazer RLC for the “Halfway There Bash” hosted by Second Year Experience from 1-3 p.m. Celebrate the fact that second-year students are halfway to graduation with free food, music, finals resources, and more!

 

Then as the evening winds down grab a friend or two and visit the Blazer RLC for “Silent Disco". Enjoy a range of curated stations while you study from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

 

Find your inner zen on Wednesday, April 20 with URec as they host Yoga on the Green. They’ll have yoga mats set up on the Campus Green from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

 

To round out Stress Less Week University Program’s Board is proud to host “Escape Your Stress” at Breakout Birmingham! From 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. You and your friends can solve an array of puzzles and become the hero of your own story!

Limited spots are available so please click here to register in advance. Transportation will be provided through Blazer Express at the Hill Student Center on the 14th Street side. The bus will leave every 30 minutes beginning at 4:30pm.

 

Throughout the week you can follow Student Counseling Services on Instagram for the best study and self-care tips on Campus! Additionally, students can present their OneCard to the McDonald’s on 5th Ave South and get access to their Blazer Meal Deals! 

 

For more information about Stress Less Week or to arrange disability accommodations, contact April Coleman at alcolema@uab.edu or Student Counseling Services at 205.934.5816.