University Wellness

Wellness Week

Spiritual	Sun.	Scavenger Hunt	Yoga
Emotional	Mon.	Body Image Survey	Fitness Assessments	Spring Break Awareness	Clothesline Project
Enviromental	Tues.	Sustainable Solutions Exhibit	Fitness Assessments	Unplugged	Texting/DUI Simulator	HIV/STD Testing	Skin Cancer Screen
Occupational	Wed.	LiveWell Fair	Fitness Assessments	Career Services	Student Leadership	Clothesline Project
Intellectual	Thurs.	"For Colored Girls" (play)	Fitness Assessments	Online Farmer's Market	Take Back The Night March	Clothesline Project
Social	Fri.	Cinema Series
Physical	Sat.	Race 2 Break	Women's Conference

The following programs will be providing Wellness Week t-shirts to the first 25 participants.

• Spiritual Scavenger Hunt
• Body Image Survey "MONDAY ONLY"
• Sustainable Solutions Exhibit
• The Right Career for You
• For colored girls play
• Cinema Series

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Spiritual Scavenger Hunt: Discover the Wonder of Nature

When: Sunday, Feb. 26 3-4pm
Where: GSU Wildlife Center
Practice your spiritual wellness by exploring your surroundings. In this program you will participate in several meditative and reflective activities all while the birds sing and the wind blows against you.

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Yoga

When: Sunday, Feb. 26 7pm
Where: RAC Multi-Purpose Room
This yoga class will emphasize meditation as you practice poses that flow to one another.

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Body Image Survey

When: Monday, Feb. 27 4-6pm; Tuesday, Feb. 28 3-5pm
Where: RAC Lobby
Participate in the survey to see if you think everyBODY is beautiful. Complete a survey to “make your own trail mix” upon your exit.

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Fitness Assessment

When: Monday-Thursday 2-6pm
Where: RAC Wellness Center
Learn your strengths and weaknesses as it relates to your fitness level. This is the first step to creating an efficient and effective exercise program. Appointments are encouraged and can be made in the Wellness Center on the 2nd floor of the RAC.

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Unplugged

When: Tuesday, Feb. 28 7pm
Where: Starbucks @ Russell Union
Come to this coffeehouse series sponsored by Eagle Entertainment. Here you can practice your talents at an open mic. FREE Starbucks coffee for all who attend.

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Spring Break Awareness Table

When: Monday, Feb. 27 12-2pm
Where: Russell Union
Stop by this Health Services table to pick up a “safe spring break kit” to ensure your spring break is safe and well!

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Texting/DUI Simulator

When: Tuesday, Feb. 28 9am-3pm
Where: Russell Union Bus Stop
Don’t DUIT! Driving Under the Influence Texting is the new DUI. Stop by this Health Services program to simulate what happens when you don’t w8 2 text.

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Sustainable Solutions Exhibit

When: Tuesday, Feb. 28 9am-5pm
Where: GSU Museum
Simply put, environmental sustainability ensures that the earth's natural resources will still be available for future generations. Through interactive explorations of water, energy, waste, biodiversity, green building, and sustainable food, visitors of all ages will learn how to "be green while saving green." Hands-on and minds-on activities in this exhibit are designed to increase the understanding of how innovative technology and smart design (like solar collectors in paint and composting toilets) along with environmental mindedness (reusable shopping bags) can make a world of difference. Sustainable Solutions will be an inspiration for people of all backgrounds to recognize and celebrate the capacity of an individual to contribute to the sustainability of our planet.

Curated by Dr. Lissa Leege & the Center for Sustainability

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HIV/STD Screening

When: Tuesday, Feb. 28 10am-1pm
Where: Russell Union 2041
Stop by this Health Services program to get a FREE HIV/STD screening.

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Skin Cancer Screening

When: Tuesday, Feb. 28 10am-1pm
Where: Russell Union 2041
Stop by this Health Services program to assess your risk for skin cancer.

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Clothesline Project

When: Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm
Where: Russell Union
Fight violence against women by creating a shirt. We encourage shirts to be made by victims as well as in memory of victims.

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LiveWell Fair

When: Wednesday, Feb. 29 8am-12:30pm
Where: Russell Union
Stop by the LiveWell Wellness Fair to visit on and off campus organization representing each of the 7 dimensions of wellness. Collect tickets from each dimension to receive a Wellness Week t-shirt!

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Career Services

When: Wednesday, Feb. 29 @ 2:30 & 4pm
Where: Russell Union 2052
Attend this program to find careers that fit your personality!

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Online Farmer’s Market

When: Thursday, March 1 4:30-6:30pm
Where: GSU Botanical Gardens
Visit market2go.com to order local produce and other food products. Your order will be delivered to the GSU Botanical Gardens for pick-up.

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Take Back the Night March

When: Thursday, March 1 6pm
Where: Landrum
Participate in this march to take a stand and shatter the silence for violence against women.

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“For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf”

When: Thursday, March 1, 7pm
Where: Williams Center Multipurpose Room
In 1974, Ntozake Shange’s choreopoem “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf” made its stage debut, combining poetry, dance and music, and most significantly, placing the black female experience center stage. In lyrical, honest, angry, funny and tender language, Shange’s “colored girls” evoked the feelings woven into the fabric of black female life in America. Within two years, the play became a Broadway sensation, won an Obie and Tony Award, and would eventually be produced in regional theaters throughout the country. Directed by Assistant Professor Emeritus, Mical Whitaker, this play will entertain, inspire, and move you. ADMISSION IS FREE! PROOF OF ATTENDANCE WILL BE PROVIDED

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Cinema Series

When: Friday, March 2 7 & 10pm
Where: Russell Union Theater
Eagle Entertainment sponsors a weekly movie series every Friday in the Russell Union Theater. You can enjoy the newest, hottest and most popular pre-home releases for FREE (That's right). With concessions going for $1.00 each, you can't beat the value of Eagle Cinema. It's easily the best way to start off your Friday nights. Showtimes are at 7:00PM & 10:00PM (unless stated otherwise).

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Race 2 Break

When: Saturday, March 3 8am
Where: RAC
CRI’s Race 2 Break 5K – Is your New Year’s resolution to kick yourself into shape? What better way to do it then training for a 5K. This exhilarating 3.1 mile route through Georgia Southern University’s beautiful and historic campus offers the ultimate solution to your New Year’s resolution. Whether you are a seasoned runner, new to the sport, or just looking for a leisurely walk with your dog, then this race is exactly what you need. Shape up for this Spring Break themed race with bright colors, costumes, and gear.

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Women’s Empowerment Conference

When: Saturday, March 3
The conference will be hosted on March 3, 2012. Featuring luncheon keynote, Ntozake Shange, who wrote the inspiring chorepoem entitled, “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf.” The conference will address a broad spectrum of topics ranging from identity, networking, leadership, activism, and strategies for spiritual, personal, and professional growth. Registration is $20 ($15 with a college student ID), and will include a continental breakfast, lunch, and access to all sessions. The deadline to register is February 11, 2012. For more information, please visit the Multicultural Student Center, call 912-478-5409 or email msc@georgiasouthern.edu. Register online at http://students.georgiasouthern.edu/multicultural/.

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If you have any questions about the Wellness Program please contact Michele Martin, or call (912) 478-5436.