Health & Wellness Events
The four departments of Health & Wellness - Campus Recreation, Counseling Center, Health Promotion and Student Health Center - are committed to optimizing the wellbeing of our community. We strive to promote flourishing and resilience through education, service and support.
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Free Yoga Class
Free Yoga Class
Friday, April 1
8:15am - 9:15am
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center, GFS
with Matt. All Yoga classes are free March 28-April 3 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Week.
Sunken Garden Therapy Dog Visit
Sunken Garden Therapy Dog Visit
Friday, April 1
11am - 1pm
Sunken Garden
Release stress of the week and play with therapy dogs! K-9 Connection therapy dogs will be on campus as a series of meditation, mindfulness, and stress-relieving opportunities during Student Assembly Mental Health Awareness Week (March 28 to April 1).
Free YoSpin
Free YoSpin
Friday, April 1
12pm - 1pm
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center, Multipurpose Studio
w/ Jenny. All Yoga classes are free March 28-April 3 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Week.
Out of the Darkness Walk
Out of the Darkness Walk
Saturday, April 2
8:45am - 10:15am
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center
Please join the William & Mary community in collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to walk to raise awareness for mental wellness efforts on our campus
Free Yoga Class
Free Yoga Class
Saturday, April 2
10:15am - 11:05am
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center, GFS
with Mary. All Yoga classes are free March 28-April 3 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Week.
Free Meditative Yoga
Free Meditative Yoga
Saturday, April 2
3:30pm - 4:45pm
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center, Group Fitness Studio
with Ayana. All Yoga classes are free March 28-April 3 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Week.
Submit Your Story for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Submit Your Story for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Tuesday, April 5 - Monday, April 18
Sadler Center, Tidewater
Submit your story of sexual assault or relational violence to be read anonymously at Take Back the Night on April 21st. Submissions will be accepted until April 18th. For more information, visit wmsaam.wordpress.com.
20th Annual Minnie Braithwaite Lecture with Rhodessa Jones
20th Annual Minnie Braithwaite Lecture with Rhodessa Jones
Tuesday, April 5
7pm - 8pm
Andrews Hall, Room 101
Please join us for the Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies Program's Braithwaite Lecture with Rhodessa Jones. Her talk is titled, "Rhodessa Jones: A Woman for the 21st Century" All are welcome! Reception to follow.
Film Screening and Discussion: The Mask You Live In
Film Screening and Discussion: The Mask You Live In
Tuesday, April 5
7pm - 9pm
Tucker Hall, 127A
Join other members of the W&M community to examine and discuss masculinity via the Greek Film Series' showing of "The Mask You Live In," a documentary that explores America's shallow - and somewhat confining - definition of masculinity.
HOPE Presents: Supporting a Survivor 101
HOPE Presents: Supporting a Survivor 101
Wednesday, April 6
6pm - 7pm
Sadler Center, Chesapeake C
Join HOPE in Sexual Assault Awareness Month and this program to learn about how to support survivors of sexual assault. Come learn, share your experiences, and create a community of support in Chesapeake C at 6pm!
The Right Bite with Julie Nance, R.D.
The Right Bite with Julie Nance, R.D.
Thursday, April 7
5pm - 6pm
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center, Lobby
Meet the Campus Dietitian in the Lobby of the Student Recreation Center to get your fill of helpful nutrition tips!
This We'll Defend: Healthy Relationships at Our College
This We'll Defend: Healthy Relationships at Our College
Thursday, April 7
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Andrews Hall, Room 101
Join W&M Army ROTC in a facilitated discussion about eliminating sexual violence and promoting healthy relationships on campus with Mr. Eric Garrison and Ms. Liz Cascone of the W&M Health Promotion Center and The Haven.
National Alcohol Screening Day (NASD)
National Alcohol Screening Day (NASD)
Friday, April 8
10am - 2pm
Sadler Center, Terrace
Join us on the Sadler Terrace for a free substance use screening with a New Leaf counselor, FREE ICE CREAM, and amazing games and prizes! All of this from 10am-2pm on Friday! Let's Stop the Stigma and Start the Conversation about substance use on campus!
Ali's Run 5K
Ali's Run 5K
Saturday, April 9
10am - 12pm
Law School, Lobby
The 12th Annual Ali's 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Bone Marrow Drive organization at William & Mary Law School. This race is in memory of Ali Kaplan to benefit the national bone marrow donor program through Be the Match Foundation's bone marrow registry.
World Taiji & Qigong Day
World Taiji & Qigong Day
Sunday, April 10
1pm - 5pm
Sadler Center, Tidewater A & B
The William & Mary Confucius Institute invites the greater Williamsburg community to explore ancient Chinese martial arts and health improvement techniques on World Taiji and Qigong Day, April 10th. The much beloved event returns from last year.
We Inspire 2016!
We Inspire 2016!
Sunday, April 10
6pm - 8:30pm
Sadler Center, Commonwealth Auditorium
Join Free the Children Club, for our second annual night of inspiring stories, entertainment, and a call to social activism, Sunday, April 10th, 2016. Amazing speakers, including New York, best-selling author Kevin Breel, and many more!
Vegetarian Information Session
Vegetarian Information Session
Monday, April 11
11am - 12:30pm
Sadler Center, Tidewater B
Julie Nance, Campus Dietitian will be giving information on ....
- Nutrients that should be assessed in vegetarian menus
- Free online resources for plant-based diets
Lives Worth Living
Lives Worth Living
Tuesday, April 12
6:30pm - 8pm
Boswell Hall (formerly Morton Hall), Room 342
Join Corpus and the W&M Neurodiversity Initiative for a screening of the documentary, "Lives Worth Living," a documentary that chronicles the history of the disability rights movement.
HOPE and VOX Present: "The Hunting Ground" + Advocate Discussion
HOPE and VOX Present: "The Hunting Ground" + Advocate Discussion
Tuesday, April 12
7pm - 9:30pm
Tucker Hall, 127A - Theatre
Join HOPE and VOX: Voices for Planned Parenthood on Tuesday, April 12 at 7pm in Tucker Theatre for a viewing of "The Hunting Ground" and a discussion by and for advocates of sexual assault prevention! Join us as we create a community of survivor support.
SYK Presents: What Works? A Panel Discussion On How To Prevent Sexual Assault
SYK Presents: What Works? A Panel Discussion On How To Prevent Sexual Assault
Wednesday, April 13
7pm - 8:30pm
Sadler Center, Commonwealth Auditorium
Join our panel of faculty members and administration for a discussion and Q&A on the best methods for fighting sexual assault on college campuses.
W&M Earth Week
W&M Earth Week
Sunday, April 17 - Saturday, April 23
2pm - 5pm
Sadler Center
Come celebrate Earth Week 2016 with William & Mary Sustainability!
The Right Bite with Julie Nance, R.D.
The Right Bite with Julie Nance, R.D.
Monday, April 18
5pm - 6pm
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center, Lobby
Meet the Campus Dietitian in the Lobby of the Student Recreation Center to get your fill of helpful nutrition tips!
Minority Health Week 2016: Movie Night Monday
Minority Health Week 2016: Movie Night Monday
Monday, April 18
6pm - 7pm
Blow Memorial Hall, Room 332
Celebrate National Minority Health Month this April @ William & Mary!
Minority Health Week 2016: Mind Your Mental Health Night
Minority Health Week 2016: Mind Your Mental Health Night
Tuesday, April 19
5pm - 7pm
Blow Memorial Hall, Room 201
Celebrate National Minority Health Month this April @ William & Mary!
[AMP] Smoothie Bike: Earth Week Edition
Minority Health Week 2016: Nutrition Tips and Tricks
Minority Health Week 2016: Nutrition Tips and Tricks
Wednesday, April 20
5pm - 7pm
Blow Memorial Hall, Room 331
Celebrate National Minority Health Month this April @ William & Mary!
Translate-a-thon
Translate-a-thon
Wednesday, April 20
5pm - 7pm
Sadler Center, Chesapeake B
Translating mental health materials from English to Chinese to bring awareness and eliminate stigma among Chinese communities.
Chinese food will be available for all participants.
Please bring a computer/laptop with you to the event!
HOPE Presents: Take Back the Night
HOPE Presents: Take Back the Night
Thursday, April 21
7pm
Sadler Center, Tidewater
Join HOPE and the William & Mary community at the 2016 Take Back the Night, a night that is dedicated to the support and healing of survivors of sexual assault. This event on April 21 at 7 pm is the culminating event of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Mind Game: Hanging 'Round the Hoop with Former WNBA Star, Chamique Holdsclaw
Mind Game: Hanging 'Round the Hoop with Former WNBA Star, Chamique Holdsclaw
Thursday, April 21
7pm - 9pm
Sadler Center, Commonwealth
Join us for a screening of "Mind Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw." Hear from Ms. Holdsclaw herself, and benefit from the wisdom of this two-time NCAA champion, WNBA top pick, and Olympic team member who was overwhelmed by her depression.
Zumba with the Zetas
Zumba with the Zetas
Friday, April 22
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Sadler Center, Tidewater B
Come join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., The Xquizite Xi Lambda Chapter, Friday, April 22, at 7:30 p.m. in Tidewater B for Zumba with the Zetas.
Minority Health Week 2016: Health, Culture and Wellness Fair
Minority Health Week 2016: Health, Culture and Wellness Fair
Saturday, April 23
1pm - 3:30pm
Sadler Center, Tidewater A
Celebrate National Minority Health Week this April @ William and Mary!
A Mindfulness Walk: A Path to Health and Resilience
A Mindfulness Walk: A Path to Health and Resilience
Tuesday, April 26
6:55pm - 8:05pm
Wren Yard, Out front (please be prompt)
Would you like to end this month, this semester, this year with something restorative? We invite everyone to partake in this practical application of meditation and mindfulness to the daily activity of walking.
Relaxation Station
Relaxation Station
Wednesday, April 27
5pm - 7pm
Sadler Center
Sadler Center Lobby
Free snacks and wellness resources sponsored by Campus Recreation
Eat Well. Be Well.
Eat Well. Be Well.
Thursday, April 28
5pm - 6pm
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center
Campus Dietitian Julie Nance will provide helpful eating tips for stressful times. Free chair massages will also be available.
Have a healthy LDOC
Have a healthy LDOC
Friday, April 29
All day
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center
Have a healthy last day of classes by stopping by the Rec Center to take a free group fitness class, picking up a granola bar and other freebies (stress balls, chapstick and sunscreen).
Free Group Fitness Classes
Free Group Fitness Classes
Friday, April 29 - Wednesday, May 11
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center
All group fitness classes beginning Fri, April 29th are FREE for W&M students, faculty/staff members and Rec Center privilege card holders.
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Ongoing Events
SEAC presents: Learn to Garden Series
SEAC presents: Learn to Garden Series
Saturday, March 26 - Sunday, April 10
3pm - 5pm
Commons Dining Hall, Campus Gardens behind the Caf (Commons Dining Hall)
Session 2 of 4: start planning gardens, preparing planting space, and using the materials at the Campus Gardens. After preparing your planting area, you will plant your first seeds! No experience necessary, only curiosity, and willingness to dig!
Wellness Passport: Spring 2016 Patron Incentive Program
Wellness Passport: Spring 2016 Patron Incentive Program
Monday, March 21 - Friday, April 1
The Bee McLeod Recreation Center
Explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness as you discover the diverse activities and wellness opportunities our campus has to offer.
