Miami University’s annual Suicide Prevention Week will be held Sept. 28 to Oct. 3. Here are some events to give students a strong, healthy start to the semester.
Out of Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk
Sept. 28, 1 p.m. — Uptown Park
Stop by the mental health resource tables Uptown to learn how to join a walk team and get involved in the 2K, which helps raise money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Messages of hope
Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Clinical Health Sciences building, room 2002
Drop in at the wellness studio to write notes of positivity to give to friends or leave them behind for someone who might need it.
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Dog therapy
Sept. 29, 2-3 p.m. — Clinical Health Sciences building, room 2002
Sept. 30, 1-2 p.m. — Clinical Health Sciences building, room 2002
De-stress by petting some puppies!
Rock painting
Sept. 30, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Armstrong atrium
Get creative with the Office of Student Wellness by painting rocks with messages of kindness on them. Supplies will be provided.
Mental health resource fair
Oct. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Academic quad
Stop by the seal to learn more about promoting mental health at interactive booths with fun prizes and giveaways. The rain location for this event is the Shriver Center Heritage room.
Mental health workshop
Oct. 1, 4-5 p.m. — Clinical Health Sciences building, room 2002
Take a moment to relax and reflect with festive pumpkin painting. This workshop will also teach everyday mindfulness practices to help reduce stress.
Suicide prevention training for students
Oct. 1, 6-7:30 p.m. — Clinical Health Sciences building, room 2002
Learn about Question, Persuade, Refer suicide prevention training so you can be equipped to help others who may be struggling. This event is offered by Miami Hope.
DIY de-stress with the Miller Center
Oct. 2, 2-4 p.m. — the Shriver Center, room 304
Take a break from classes and school stress by making crafts with other students and members of the community. All materials will be provided.
What grounds you?
Oct. 2, 6-7:30 p.m. — Harrison Hall, room 210
Spend time with other students at this mental health mixer that includes free food and fall-themed activities. This event is offered by Active Minds.
Drop-in horse therapy
Oct. 3, 4–5 p.m. — Equestrian Center
Head down to the Equestrian Center to pet, feed and hang out with horses! Student counseling services will be sharing self-care tips and passing out free swag.
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