health and wellness News Archive
Students
Winter Term break is here!
February 16, 2023 —
Winter Term break is a great time to catch up on your studies while practicing self-care and getting what your mind and body need. Here are some activity ideas to help you rest, recharge and have some fun!
Finding new and creative ways to build community wellness
February 8, 2023 —
Application deadline extended to Mar. 7
Students
Take time for a mid-winter wellness check-in
February 6, 2023 —
The responsibilities that come with being a student on top of each individual’s circumstances can take a toll. While it’s easy to get caught up in busy schedules and numerous commitments, your physical and mental wellness matter above all else. It’s important to check in with yourself and listen to what your body needs.
Students
Explore Canada’s New Low Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines
February 6, 2023 —
For the first time since 2011, the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction has updated Canada’s low-risk alcohol drinking guidelines. As we know, consuming alcohol comes with health risks and can affect our functioning and overall well-being. What we may not know, is what amount of alcohol starts to increase our risk. If you choose to drink, it can be helpful to be aware of strategies you can use to lower your risk.
Students
This Fall Term break build healthy habits to help support mental health and well-being
November 4, 2022 —
As you head into a well-deserved Fall Term break, be reminded of the many resources, programs, services and supports that are available to support your mental health, well-being and your academic success.
Students
Apply to be a peer supporter with UM’s Safer Social Event Team
July 7, 2022 —
The Sexual Violence Resource Centre and the Health and Wellness Office are looking for motivated and engaged students to join our Safer Social Event Team (SSET)! As a member of the SSET team, you will attend different social events on campus to ensure attendees feel safe and supported.
Students
Apply to be a volunteer peer educator with Healthy U
March 7, 2022 —
The Health and Wellness Office and the Student Counselling Centre (SCC) are looking for motivated and engaging students to be volunteer peer educators with Healthy U. Applications are due by March 31, at 11:59pm CST.
Students
Harm reduction workshops help you take control of your health, judgment free
January 24, 2022 —
The University of Manitoba’s Health and Wellness Office is offering three free harm reduction workshops in February, starting with a session on responding to opioid overdoses on Feb. 1
Invest in your physical health, get active this winter with Recreation Services
November 9, 2021 —
Find ways you can stay active this winter. With all the options offered at UM, there’s something for everyone
Students
Take advantage of resources that support your health and wellness
November 8, 2021 —
Knowing how to manage your health and wellness when faced with adverse circumstances is an important skill to have at any point in life. During this challenging time, feelings of uncertainty may cause strain on certain aspects of your overall wellness