December 12 – 19, 2024
While it may be finals week, it is also Self-Care Week here at Rec Well. During this week, we are devoted to supporting Active Badgers through this stressful time. To help, we’ll be offering free walk-in’s for group fitness classes, additional meditation classes, and several other workshops and activities to all current members.
We’ll also be sharing resources on ways to manage stress, including tips on getting proper sleep, eating healthy, staying hydrated, and connecting to mindfulness. Take some time to unwind, and know that it’s not bad to give yourself a break. Be good to yourself and take a timeout for self-care.
Show us how you take a timeout for self-care by posting on social media using #timeout #selfcare #uwrecwell.
EVENTS
Wellbeing Study Café
Drop into the Rec Well wellbeing study space as your schedule allows to enjoy coffee, tea, snacks, and a buffet of quiet activities such as coloring, bracelet making, board games, and puzzles. Ten-minute guided mindfulness and stretching sessions will be offered at 6, 7, and 8pm.
Location:
Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center – Serenity Studio
Date & Time:
Tuesday, December 10 @ 5 – 8pm
Free Walk-in Group Fitness Classes sponsored by American Family Insurance
Free walk-ins at our group fitness classes all week, for UW-Madison students and Rec Well members when spots are available. Enjoy classes like Powerflow, Group Strength, Cycling, Deep Water, and Barre. Bring your Wiscard/Rec Well membership card.
Location:
Bakke & The Nick
Date:
December 12 – 19
Roll into Finals
Kick off finals week in the water! Join us at the Cove Pool for some log rolling fun. No registration required. Just show up and have a good time!
Location:
Cove Pool at the Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center
Date & Time:
Thursday, December 12
1:30 – 3:30pm
In-Person Meditations
Our free in-person meditation classes are a time to unwind and focus on the present moment. We will incorporate elements of guided meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation practices.
No previous meditation experience is required. Classes will take place at the Nick and at Bakke. Attend a session and get a free salad card from Ian’s Pizza!
Location:
Nick – Balance Studio
Bakke – Serenity Studio
Dates & Time:
Friday, December 13 (Bakke)
Wednesday, December 18 (Nick)
All sessions take place from noon to 12:30pm.
Holiday Songs Themed Skate
Pick up some holiday cheer at our last theme skate for the semester! Enjoy music that will get you in the spirit of the season and hopefully keep those finals week blues away. If you wear an ugly sweater, your skate rental is free!
Location:
Sub-Zero Ice Arena at Bakke
Date & Time:
Saturday, December 14 from 7:30 – 9pm
Tennis Skill Clinics
Looking for a break from the study grind? Come to a tennis clinic! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, we have a clinic offering for you. These are one-time, 75-minute classes.
Location:
Nielsen Tennis Stadium
Price:
$20 – 25
Offerings:
- Intro to Tennis (Adult Red Ball)
- Monday, December 16 from 5 – 6:15pm
- Wednesday, December 18 from 5 – 6:15pm
- Wednesday, December 18 from 6:15 – 7:30pm
- Doubles Introduction to Match Play
- Wednesday, December 18 3:45 – 5pm
Open Recreation
Our facilities will be open throughout finals week with lots of opportunities to just come and play. Drop in for Open Rec badminton/pickleball, basketball, volleyball, or Futsal. In addition, there are open rec times at the Sub-Zero Ice Center and swimming at both the Nick and Bakke.
Togetherall
University Health Services (UHS) and Rec Well are partnering with Togetherall to provide an online, anonymous peer-support tool available for free to our students.
Togetherall is a clinically moderated, online peer-to-peer mental health community that reaches and empowers a diverse population of students to anonymously seek and provide support by sharing their experiences in a safe virtual space.
Uwill
UHS Mental Health Services (MHS) is partnering with Uwill to expand access to flexible, no cost, virtual counseling options for students. Licensed mental health professionals are available for video, phone, chat, and message sessions during flexible hours – including nights and weekends. Students can get in quickly to see a counselor, with appointments typically available within 24 hours.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
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University Health Services
University Health Services
Main line: (608) 265 – 5600
- Option 1 for medical services, behavioral health, occupational medicine
- Option 2 for mental health services
- Option 3 for confidential victim advocacy services concerning sexual assault, dating violence, and sexual harassment
- Option 4 for Student Health Insurance Plan
- Option 7 for UHS hours and directions
- Option 9 for 24-hour mental health crisis line
UHS offers: care for illnesses and injuries: women’s health care; immunizations, allergies, and specialty care; primary and preventive care; individual psychological and psychiatric care; group and couple/partner counseling; eating disorder assessment and care; survivor services; trans health care; and wellness services. Drop into one of their Let’s Talk sessions during finals week for free, informal, and confidential counseling services.
Office of Student Assistance and Support
Office of Student Assistance and Support
Phone: (608) 263 – 5700
Email: OSAS@studentlife.wisc.edu
The Office of Student Assistance and Support offers: same day drop-in appointments; outlets to report students of concern, incidents of bias or hate, or other incidents; outlets to report an academic complaint; support for DACA recipients; outlets for getting help for other students; information on food, housing, and financial support.
Office of Financial Aid
Office of Financial Aid
Phone: (608) 263 – 3060
Email: finaid@finaid.wisc.edu
The Office of Financial Aid offers: advising appointments; basic needs support (help gaining access to food, housing, and insurance); emergency support; success services; workshops/events; outreach
International Student Services
International Student Services
Phone: (608) 262 – 2044
Email: iss@studentlife.wisc.edu
International Student Services offers: advising appointments (drop-in and scheduled); COVID-19 and travel updates and guidelines; emergency support; Optional Practical Training; program extension.
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