Stop. Breathe. Focus.
The University of Central Arkansas is hosting the Annual Day of Mindfulness on the UCA campus on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Sponsored by Student Success, Campus Recreation and Wellness, and Learning Communities, the annual Day of Mindfulness highlights programs and activities that can integrate mindfulness practices into daily life in order to help you control stress and improve your academic performance. Join us!
Schedule – Tuesday, Apr 25
Noon-1pm
Yoga
McAlister Lawn (Outside Location) HPER Large Studio (Rain/Cold Location)
Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Yoga mats provided inside
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Noon-3pm
Mindfulness Through Art Therapy , Self-Care Packs & Mindfulness Notes
Student Center Lawn, Library Entryway & Tutoring Services (Library 223)
Sponsored by Student Success, the Counseling Center, and Dean of Students Office
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1pm-2:30pm
Guided Labyrinth Walks
The labyrinth behind State Hall weather permitting
Sponsored by the Student Success
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1:30-3:30pm
Hammock Lounge
The Nature Reserve weather permitting
Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Hammocks provided
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1:40-2:30pm
The Game of Chess as a Mindful Practice
UCA Chess Club
Student Center Lawn (Outside location); Old Main 204 (Rain/Cold location)
Everyone welcome!
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Academic Success Workshop
“The Meaning of Life: Finding Your Life’s Purpose”
LSC 100
Sponsored by Student Success
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3:00-5:00pm
Painting and Stress Relief Tips
HPER Wet Classroom
Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
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Please visit these links for information on more mindfulness opportunities on the UCA campus:
HPER Yoga Class Schedules: https://uca.edu/campusrecreation/group-exercise/
Counseling Services: https://uca.edu/counseling/services/
Sites of Interest
More information about what mindfulness is and how you can incorporate it into your daily life can be found online. Several sites to visit include:
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A study on college success and mindfulness
How Mindfulness Can Defeat Racial Bias
College Students Guide to Mindfulness