Description

VCU Libraries and partners in the Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success offer StudyWell sessions focusing broadly on student wellbeing. Events highlight all types of health and wellness, including physical, financial, emotional and social health, in addition to academic success.

All sessions are free and open to all VCU students. Most events are drop-in with no registration required. For questions or accommodations, please contact the VCU Libraries Events Office at rbpander@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0593.

More about StudyWell

Fall 2023 Sessions:

• Women’s World Cup Match Viewing
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  July 26-Aug. 20, various times and dates

Stop by the Health Sciences Library to view live and replay select Women’s World Cup matches now through Aug. 20. Replays start at 11:30 a.m. the day after the match is played, during open hours. 

• Cannabis 101
  Health Science Library Lobby
  Aug. 24, 12:30-2 p.m. 

  Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to learn about the effects of using cannabis. Students will have the opportunity to test their knowledge and win prizes in a trivia game.

• VCU Education Abroad - How Can Studying Abroad Fill Your Cup? 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
  Aug. 30, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Stop by the library to learn more about international opportunities at VCU, including how traveling abroad can help you achieve your personal, academic and professional goals. We hope to see you there.

• Pour it Up 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Aug. 30, noon-2 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell as they educate and promote awareness around standard drink size for alcohol, the Golden Zone, and social norms regarding protective behaviors and alcohol use among VCU students.

• Count Your Zzz’s 
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Sept. 6, noon-2 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to talk about ways to get the sleep of your dreams.  This event includes sleep assessments and tips for healthier rest.

• Yoga in the Library
  Health Science Library
  Special Collections and Archives Reading Room
  Sept. 7 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  Take a break from studying and join VCU RecWell for yoga. The yoga sessions will be short and sweet, just enough to enjoy a self-care movement experience and take a breath. This is also a great opportunity to meet the instructors that teach on your campus and learn more about RecWell’s programs.

• Find Your Fit 
  James Branch Cabell Lobby
  Sept. 7, 12:30-2:30 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to discuss introducing physical activity into routine and nutrition in college. Students will create wellness plans and brainstorm creative meal and snack choices.

• Condom Demo and Quadrant Activity
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Sept. 11, 1-3 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell for an interactive, peer-led activity to reflect on wants, needs, tolerates and deal-breakers when it comes to romantic, familial and platonic relationships. Students will also be able to practice using an external condom on a model.

• Suicide Prevention Resources Table
  Health Sciences Library  Lobby
  Sept. 12, noon-1 p.m.

Stop by to learn about suicide prevention and mental health resources available to students both on campus and virtually through University Counseling Services. There will be chances to win swag, such as a t-shirt or stuffed ram.

• Wii Games in the Library
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Sept. 13, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Calling all Mario Kart racers and Wii bowlers! The Health Sciences Library will be offering Wii games in the lobby on Sept. 13 or Nov. 1. Join us anytime during the library’s open hours to take a study break with friends.

• Richmond Public Library Card Sign-Up
  Health Science Library Lobby
  Sept. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

  Leisure Reading is a great way to relax and September is Library Card sign up Month. Stop by the Health Sciences Library and sign up for your free Richmond Public Library Card. Learn more about programming, books, and services from our friends at the public library. 

• Passport to Well-Being 
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Sept. 19 noon-2 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell  for an informative session where students will learn how to register and participate in RecWell programs, identify campus resources to support their well-being at VCU, practice strategies and set goals for well-being and self-care using the self-guided Passport to Well-Being.

• World Gratitude Day 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Sept. 21, 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to discuss ways to practice gratitude, mindfulness, self-love and compassion. 

• Fall Into a New Habit with the Academic Coaches and PACs
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Sept. 22, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  Stop by the library to meet the Campus Learning Center Academic Coaches and Peer Academic Coaches (PAC) and learn about all the resources the CLC has to offer. Tutoring, SI, Academic Coaching and the Science Hub!

• Pour it Up 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Sept. 25, 1-3 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell as they educate and promote awareness around standard drink size for alcohol, the Golden Zone, and social norms regarding protective behaviors and alcohol use among VCU students.

• Writing Center Writing Group
  James Branch Cabell Library 205
  Sep. 26, 5-6 p.m.
  
  
• VR Video Games in the Library
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Sept. 26, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
  
  Did you know the Health Sciences Library Makerspace offers a wide variety of VR games and apps? Join us for a study break and explore our offerings. Unwind with a guided meditation or test your skills in one of our faster-paced games. Never used VR before? No worries, we will have staff onsite to help you get started and to answer any questions you may have about the Makerspace.
  
  
• VCU Libraries UX Cafe
  Cabell Library Lobby
  Sep. 27 12:30p.m.-1:30.p.m.
  
  Participate in fun activities and provide feedback to help improve the Libraries' website and services in exchange for free coffee and snacks.

• Richmond Public Library Card Sign-Up
  Health Science Library Lobby
  Sept. 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

  Leisure Reading is a great way to relax and September is Library Card sign up Month. Stop by the Health Sciences Library and sign up for your free Richmond Public Library Card. Learn more about programming, books, and services from our friends at the public library. 

• Writing Center Book Club
  James Branch Cabell Library Multipurpose Room (250)
  Sep. 28, 5-6 p.m.
  
  
• Healthy Snack Table
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Oct. 3 noon-1:30 p.m. 
  
  Preparing for midterms? Stop by the JBC lobby to pick up a healthy snack to fuel your mind. While supplies last. 
  
  
• Banned and Challenged Books Week
  James Branch Cabell Library and the Health Sciences Library 
  Oct. 1-7, times vary 
  
  Join VCU Libraries in celebrating the freedom to read. During Banned Books Week, we come together to support freedom of expression and equitable access to information for all, and especially to acknowledge books and other materials that have been banned or challenged, including recent trends in demands for the removal of public and school library materials largely written by and about people of color and LGBTQ+ people. 
  
  
• National Archives Month
  Health Science Library Lobby
  Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
  
  October is Virginia Archives Month, ever wonder what archivists do or what kinds of health sciences collections there are? Visit the Health Science Library on Oct. 6 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to find out. This year's theme for Virginia Archives Month is Community Made: Zines and Self-Published Materials. Stop by to pick up an Archives 101 zine and learn more about the weird and wonderful items in our collections. Learn more about Virginia Archives Month at www.lva.virginia.gov/public/archivesmonth.
  
  
• Mindful Midterms 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Oct. 11, noon-2 p.m. 

• Don't get TRICKED by midterms, TREAT yourself to a study plan
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
  Oct. 20, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  Stop by the library to meet the Campus Learning Center Academic Coaches and Peer Academic Coaches (PAC) and learn about all the resources the CLC has to offer. Tutoring, SI, Academic Coaching and the Science Hub.

• Breaking TaBOOs for Healthy Relationships 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Oct. 23, 1-3 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to discuss wants, needs and deal breakers in a relationship-and learn how to practice healthy communication with the important people in your life.

• Condom Demo and Quadrant Activity 
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Oct. 24, noon-2 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell for an interactive, peer-led activity to reflect on wants, needs, tolerates and deal-breakers when it comes to romantic, familial and platonic relationships. Students will also be able to practice using an external condom on a model.

• Writing Center Writing Club
  James Branch Cabell Library 205
  Oct. 24, 5-6 p.m.
  

• Richmond Public Library Card Sign-Up
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Oct. 25, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  Stop by the Richmond Public Library (RPL) table to sign up for a library card and learn more about our services. Signing up for a card is easy. All you need is a state or federal issued ID and a document with your current address. With your card you can access our physical and digital collections including books, audiobooks, movies, music, newspapers, and magazines. We have public computers, laptops for checkout, and Wi-Fi for public use. We also host programs for people of all ages including our big fall events — Zinefest and Read Up Richmond featuring author S.A. Cosby. Come find out all RPL has to offer.

• Writing Center Book Club
  James Branch Cabell Library Multipurpose Room (250)
  Oct. 26, 5-6 p.m.
  
  
• Cannabis 101 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
  Oct. 30, 1-3 p.m. 

Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to learn about the effects of using cannabis. Students will have the opportunity to test their knowledge and win prizes in a trivia game.

• Halloween Maker Event
  Health Sciences Library Lobby 
  Oct. 31, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 
  
  Stop by the Health Sciences Library to make an anatomically correct Halloween or fall-themed card for a friend or loved one (or even yourself), grab a sweet treat and learn more about the equipment available in the Health Sciences Library Makerspace.
  
  
• Wii Games in the Library
  Health Sciences Library Lobby 
  Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. 
  
  Calling all Mario Kart racers and Wii bowlers. The Health Sciences Library will be offering Wii games in the lobby on Sept. 13 or Nov. 1. Join us anytime during the library’s open hours to take a study break with friends.

• Green Flags 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Nov. 6, 1-3 p.m. 

  Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell and VCU Advocacy Services for an interactive discussion on identifying positive behaviors in relationships. You will have the opportunity to answer trivia and win prizes.

• Richmond Public Library Card Sign-Up
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Nov. 8, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  Stop by the Richmond Public Library (RPL) table from 11 AM – 1 PM on Wednesday, November 8 to sign up for a library card and learn more about our services. Signing up for a card is easy. All you need is a state or federal issued ID and a document with your current address. With your card you can access our physical and digital collections including books, audiobooks, movies, music, newspapers, and magazines. We have public computers, laptops for checkout, and Wi-Fi for public use. We also host programs for people of all ages including our big fall events — Zinefest and Read Up Richmond featuring author S.A. Cosby. Come find out all RPL has to offer.

• VCU Libraries User Experience Cafe
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Nov. 8, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

• Physical Health Signature Program 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Nov. 13, 1-3 p.m.

  Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to learn about how to incorporate physical activity into your schedule, both on and off campus. 

• VCU Libraries User Experience Cafe
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Nov. 14, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

• Mental Health Resources
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Nov. 15, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

  Join staff from University Counseling Services to learn about mental health resources available to students both on campus and virtually. Enter to win swag, such as a water bottle or stuffed ram.

• Sweet Talk 
  Health Sciences Library Lobby 
  Nov. 16, 12:30-2:30 p.m. 

  Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell in a discussion about added sugars. Students will brainstorm creative meal and snack choices and test their nutritional knowledge on the amount of sugars in various beverages.

• All Food Fit 
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Nov. 28, noon-2 p.m. 

  Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to learn about ways you can live a healthy lifestyle while still making room for foods you love.

• Writing Center Writing Club
  James Branch Cabell Library 205
  Nov. 28, 5-6 p.m.

• Count Your Zzz’s 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Nov. 29, noon-1 p.m. 

  Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to talk about ways to get the sleep of your dreams. This event includes sleep assessments and tips for healthier rest.

• Writing Center Book Club
  James Branch Cabell Library Multipurpose Room (250)
  Nov. 30, 5-6 p.m.
  

• The Final Countdown
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
  Dec. 1, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  Stop by the library to meet the Campus Learning Center Academic Coaches and Peer Academic Coaches (PAC) and learn about all the resources the CLC has to offer! Tutoring, SI, Academic Coaching and the Science Hub.

• VCU Libraries User Experience Cafe
  Health Sciences Library Lobby
  Dec. 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

• Mindful Finals 
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
  Dec. 6, noon-2 p.m. 

  Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to learn how mindfulness and self-care can help us cope with stress and make your own beaded reflection bracelets.

• Mindful Finals 
  Health Sciences Library Lobby 
  Dec. 7, 12:30-2:30 p.m. 

  Join Peer Health Educators from VCU's RecWell to learn how mindfulness and self-care can help us cope with stress and make your own fun craft.

• Safety Ambassadors Table
  James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
  11 a.m.-3 p.m.
  
  Winter Wind Down...  Finals can be stressful. Stop by to take some time to wind down and de-stress from studying this Thursday from 11am to 3pm at Cabell Library. An event filled with positivity, snowflakes, student wellness resources and candy canes.
  
  
• Finals Study Break
  James Branch Cabell Library 
  11 a.m.-1 p.m.
  
  Stop by the Cabell Lobby to grab some coloring book pages and word searches to help take a break from studying.

Other Events Focused on Wellness and Student Success

• Wellness programs from the Health and Wellness Library

• Health Sciences Webinars
  Throughout the Semester
  Sessions aimed at researchers at all levels in the health sciences to help with mastering online tools and other resources and strategies that benefit research projects

• Advance Your Research Webinars
  Throughout the Semester
  Online workshops for graduate students and advanced researchers to help strengthen research skills

• Workshops @ The Workshop
  Throughout the Semester
  Hands-on demonstrations of tools and software to stimulate productivity and creativity on academic and personal projects

Image: Study Well, by Caslin Applewhite