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EIU Health Education Resource Center

Mental Health

Open Sessions for the 2026 Spring Semester

 

 

The Art of Belonging

The Art of Belonging is a one-hour workshop that brings people together with “connecting through colors” activities. Program participants have a chance to explore and grow their creative intelligence as they discover how color can express and reflect moods and emotions. 

Location: McKinney Hall

Date & Time: 2/4 @ 5PM

 

Location: MLK Jr Student Union Effingham room

Date & Time: 3/2 @ 5PM

 

Resiliency

Survive and Thrive is a 4-week curriculum that offers a careful selection of evidence-based exercises to build coping skills and promote thriving. The ReST philosophy is that there are many routes to achieving greater resiliency. All sessions will be in the First Gen Hub (McAfee 2611) from 5-6 PM

Fill out this form to sign up: https://www.eiu.edu/herc/machform/view.php?id=114768

 

First Session              Date: 3/31                         

                                

Second Session         Date: 4/7

                                     

Third Session             Date: 4/14   

 

Fourth Session           Date: 4/21   

 

All sessions will be in the First Gen Hub (McAfee 2611) from 5-6 PM                              

 

Homesickness

Learn about tips to becoming accustomed to college life!

Location: MLK Jr Student Union Food Court Table

Date & Time: 1/23 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

 

Introduction to Mindfulness

Mindfulness is a non-judgmental practice that involves being aware of your mind, body, and surroundings. This presentation will teach you the history of mindfulness and a few skills to get you started in your practice!

Single Sessions (AKA Mindful U): 

- 1/29 @ 5PM in MLK Jr Student Union (Arcola/Tuscola Room)

- TBD

4 week sessions (all sessions in MLK Jr. Student Union Charleston/Mattoon Room): 

Sign up link: https://www.eiu.edu/herc/machform/view.php?id=114481

Dates: 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24

 

Self Care

We must prioritize ourselves and continuously take care of our well-being throughout the school year! This fun session provides tips, tricks, and activities that allow us to find what's best for our personal self care.

Open Sessions: 

- 1/27 @ 5 PM in MLK Jr Student Union (Arcola/Tuscola Room)

- 3/10 @ 5 PM in MLK Jr Student Union (Arcola/Tuscola Room)

                                                                                                        

Stress Management

Stress Management. Don't stop stressing! Stress is a part of our everyday lives. Come learn skills and strategies to help you manage your stress levels. We'll chat about time management, self-care, mindfulness, and much more!

Open Sessions:

-1/21 4-5 PM @ MLK Jr. Student Union Effingham Room

-4/2 5-6 PM @ MLK Jr. Student Union Effingham Room

                               

Request a Presentation!

If you are interested in a presentation/program in one of these topics:• Homesickness• Stress Management• Self-care• Mindfulness University

Fill out a presentation request form: https://www.eiu.edu/herc/program_request.php

 

  

Out and About!

Throughout the semester I will also be around campus hosting tabling events and fun programs. Stop by and check out these exciting events!

Tabling: 

- Self-Care Corner

  • 1/30 11 AM-Noon @ Taylor Hall Breezeway
  • 2/19 11 AM-Noon @ Taylor Hall Breezeway
  • 3/6   11 AM-Noon @ Taylor Hall Breezeway
  • 3/27 11 AM-Noon @ Taylor Hall Breezeway
  • 4/10 11 AM-Noon @ Union Food Court
  • 4/17 11 AM-Noon @ Taylor Hall Breezeway

- Additional Tabling

  • 2/23 Random Acts of Kindness tabling 10:30 AM-12:30 PM @ Union Food Court
  • 3/2 stress awareness tabling 10:30 AM-12:30 PM @ Union Food Court

 

Help Yourself to Some Relaxation

Happiness Hacks -

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/7352/happiness-hacks-how-to-boost-your-mood-naturally/

Beginners Guide to Sun Salutations -

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/6835/a-beginner-s-guide-to-sun-salutations/

5 Stretches to "Un-desk" your Body -

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/6554/5-stretches-to-un-desk-your-body/

10-minute AM Yoga Practice -

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/3546/10-minute-a-m-yoga-practice-to-start-your-day-right/

5 Bedtime Yoga Poses to Relax - 

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/3501/5-bedtime-yoga-poses-to-relax-and-de-stress/

 

Available Resources

Want to learn more about your mental health? Check out these resources:

EIU Counseling Clinic

Find a variety of on and off campus resources, make an appointment with our counselors, and learn mental health info.

Project Semicolon: Your Life Matters!

Follow this link for information on suicide prevention, mental disorders, and ways to be a mental health advocate.  

Seize the Awkward

Celebrities talk about how to have hard conversations with friends.

 

Related Pages

Contact Information

Health Education Resource Center

2201 Blair Hall
600 Lincoln Ave.
Charleston, IL 61920
217-581-7786
herc@eiu.edu

Academic Year Hours

8am – 4:30 pm

Summer Hours

8am – 4:30 Monday – Thursday, 8am – 12pm Friday


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