Fall into Wellness
August 26 – November 26, 2024
The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) has launched Fall into Wellness, a series of events along with self-guided resources to support students on their journey towards emotional, physical, and professional well-being. Events will take place in September, October, and November, including Taking Care Tuesdays and Wellness Wednesdays every week. We will also be hosting our pre-exam Wellness Week, a perennial favorite, during the week of November 18 through November 22.
We will provide you with skills and social support to remind you that sustaining healthy behaviors is beneficial throughout the semester, your legal education, and your career.
At UB School of Law, we are committed to fostering a vibrant and healthy law school community. Check out the programs and events taking place throughout the fall semester to promote wellness and support your success.
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Join Us!
On Tuesday, Oct. 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. the Office of Student Affairs, UB Counseling Services, and Health Promotion will be tabling for Law Student Mental Health Day in O'Brian Hall Lobby!
Painting Pumpkins
Come and destress with us! Grab a pumpkin and display your creativity. Fall-themed drinks and snacks will be available.
Join Us!
On Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the 6th Floor in the Law Library.
OSA & WBASNY: 8 Minute Networking
Join us for an evening of one-on-one mentoring, networking, and refreshments with lawyers from a wide variety of practice areas.
5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. | 6th Floor Law Library
Join Us!
On Friday, Nov. 1 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for a Peer-To-Peer Breakfast in 509 O'Brian Hall!
Thanksgiving
The University at Buffalo School of Law, Charles B. Sears Law Library, and International Law Society invite Law Students, Faculty, & Staff to Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday Nov. 21 between 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the 2nd Floor Law Library Reading Room.
We will also be accepting canned food donations for UB's Blue Table Food Pantry. For a full ist of acceptable items, please visit the UB Blue Table website
Check out the programs and events taking place weekly throughout the fall semester to promote health and wellness.
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Taking Care Tuesdays: Mid Day Coffee / Tea Hour break with OSA Team
Drop in on Tuesdays between 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in 312 O'Brian to have coffee or tea, de-stress, spend time with members from the OSA team, and chat about any questions!
Wellness Wednesdays with Ther-a-pups from SPCA's Paws For Love
Enjoy therapeutic time with the SPCA's Paws For Love volunteers' dogs weekly on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in O'Brian Hall Lobby
If you cannot visit our on-campus dogs, destress by watching animals:
Pets - especially dogs and cats - can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, ease loneliness, encourage exercise and playfulness, and even improve your cardiovascular health. Don’t have a pet at home? Why not bring a smile to your face with animal cams? Check out these suggestions:
- Watch Baby Goat Cam, the National Zoo's Panda Cam, the Georgia Aquarium's Sea Otter Cam, or the San Diego Zoo's Hippo Cam.
- How about penguins or even an elephant cam!
- Have an animal at home, consider taking a short video and posting it to the Class Facebook/LinkedIn pages so we all can enjoy!
Yoga Thursdays with Ashley Abbott
In collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs' Wellness Initiatives, Director of Student Life, Ashley Abbott will host weekly yoga classes.
Benefits of Yoga:
- Reduced Stress
- Increased Relaxation
- Increased Flexibility
- Increased Strength Training
- Reduced Anxiety
- Increased Balance
- Increased Cardio Health
- Increased Energy
Join Us!
Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Wellness Room (640 O'Brian Hall - inside of the law library)
An Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will be offering free, 30-minute, one-on-one financial coaching appointments on select Thursdays during the months of October and November between 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. in 30-minute sessions (10/3, 10/17, 10/31, 11/7 and 11/21)
To sign up, please use this link: https://outlook.office365.com/book/Gcd6a7e9796fa45fe92b79d53b4efe4b6@accesslex.org/s/aWMsUi_tR0a0JrMM0o_23Q2
Sample Coaching Questions:
- Should I pay off my student loan debt before saving for retirement?
- How do I pay for bar exam expenses?
- What is the difference between a credit report and a credit score?
- I’ve heard friends talking about a Roth IRA. I am not sure what it is, and should I invest in one?
- In order to gain Public Service Loan Forgiveness, do I have to work in public service for 10 years consecutively?
- I know that I should be creating a budget, but I am not sure how to start?
- What are my options for student loan repayment, and how do I determine which is best for me?
Join Us!
On the following Thursdays from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. for 30-minute individual phone calls with Access Lex. Please sign up here: Select a Date & Time
- Oct. 3, Oct. 17, Oct. 31, Nov. 7, & Nov. 21
Please join Thom Neill, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from UB Counseling Services, as he helps you navigate through these relatable topics during your fall semester.
All events will take place in 505 O’Brian Hall.
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