Wellness Wednesday

Fall 2022

Wellness Wednesday's will be a mix of in person programs and podcast episodes "Take 10 for You" that become available on Sound Cloud and Twitter.

Fall 2022 Wellness Wednesday Poster

Intro to Africana Dance

Aug. 31, 2022                          

7-7:30 p.m., Student Life Center Multi-Activity Court

Yomee Lee, Professor in Africana Studies and Kinesiology

Try out an Africana Dance class- no experience necessary. The instructor will lead you in dance moves rooted in culture and tradition. Please wear comfortable clothing you can move in.

Intro to the Outdoors

Sept. 7, 2022

7-7:30 p.m., Outside Outdoor Pursuits at the Student Life Center

Leah Rossettie, Assistant Director of Outdoor Pursuits and Eve Mascoli, Assistant Director for Facilities and Aquatics; Rec Sports

Join our campfire, make s’mores, and learn how to set up equipment that outdoor pursuits has to offer.

Well-Being: Find What Works for You

Sept. 14, 2022

6-6:30 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge

Emily Quinlan, Assistant Director of Care and Outreach Services

There’s not a one size fits all approach to achieving well-being.  Just like your life, your wellness is fluid and will need regular adjustments.  It’s important to remain flexible and learn to establish an intentional and adaptable wellness strategy. Come explore what works for you.

Meditation Sampler

Sept. 21, 2022

6-6:30 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge

Kathryn Gallup, Senior Counselor and Lauren Scagnelli, Health Educator

Join us to learn what meditation is, why it is helpful and sample a variety of meditation practices. Participants will leave with a guide and resources to assist their meditation practice.

Wellness Day: Healthy Red Dragons

Sept. 28, 2022

Noon-3 p.m., Student Life Center Lobby

Health Promotion, Kinesiology, Prevention Education, Rec Sports, SCEMS, Student Conduct, Wellness PEER Interns

Explore stations related to your health and wellness with tips, activities and personalized assessments. After completing all stations, enter to win a free group exercise membership!

Empowerment Self-Defense

Oct. 5, 2022

6-6:30 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge

University Police Officers

Come learn some basic self-defense techniques to make you feel empowered with SUNY Cortland UPD. Please wear clothes you can move in and athletic footwear for balance and stability.

They, She, He, Ze and More

Oct. 12, 2022

6-6:30 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge

SOGIE Committee Members (Sexual Orientation Gender Identity and Expression)

Come learn what pronouns are and how to use pronouns respectfully.

Celebrating Latine History Month

Oct. 19, 2022

Released on https://soundcloud.com/cortlandHPO

Students, Staff and Faculty

Learn about the history of Latine History Month, also known as National Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s importance and how you can get involved.

Don't Let the Consequences Haunt You

Oct. 26, 2022

Noon- 3 p.m., Student Life Center Lobby

Health Promotion, Prevention Education and Wellness PEER Interns

Halloween can be a fun day and night. Join us by going through activities that help you stay safe by learning the dangers of misuse and abuse of alcohol and other drugs. Candy will also be provided.

Less Stress, More Success

Nov. 2, 2022

6-6:30 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge

Katherine Bonafide, Assistant Professor of Psychology and Kate McCormick, Assistant Professor of Childhood/Early Childhood Education

Learn tips for being academically successful, including how to manage your time and reduce your stress.

Party Smart Before Cortaca

Nov. 9, 2022

Noon- 3 p.m., Student Life Center Lobby

Health Promotion, Prevention Education and Wellness PEER Interns

Know your responsibilities and rights around alcohol, drugs and sex. Learn how to party smart before, during and after Cortaca. Free giveaways will be provided!

What's Going In My Lungs?

Nov. 16, 2022

Noon- 3 p.m., Student Life Center Lobby

Health Promotion, Prevention Education, Tobacco Free Zone and Wellness PEER Interns

Learn what is in e-cigarettes and challenge people to stop using nicotine and tobacco. Take this opportunity to quit for the day or help someone you know quit.