Start Suicide Awareness Month off on the right foot and join us wherever you are for our Virtual Walk Challenge! Students, faculty and staff members across the Texas A&M University System can form teams of up to eight and track their steps to contribute to the team's overall mileage total. It's a fun and flexible way to support your mental wellness, stay connected with others and raise awareness for suicide prevention.How to join the leagueVisit howdyhealth.org/programs and navigate to the Walk Through Texas History program Login or create an account through the Register Now link Visit the Living Well website Use the code wtthL-250813-67987 in the Team Code field Complete the join a league form and submit to finalize

University Health Services is partnering with University Libraries (https://library.tamu.edu) for this fun and interactive session. Talk with health experts to better understand and manage your stress, all while making your new favorite stress ball. It's a perfect chance to sit down to reflect and unwind, meet new people and leave with a customized stress-relief tool you can use any time.

Participants can find support for themselves or others with this informative session on anxiety and depression. Participants will practice grounding skills, discuss self-care techniques and learn about campus resources to help reduce mental health crises and diminish stigma. Leave empowered with tools to care for mental health and help foster a more compassionate Aggie environment.

Stop by the University Health Services' resource table for information on suicide prevention resources both on and off campus. Learn more about upcoming Suicide Awareness Month events and grab some free swag!

Talk Saves Lives is an educational presentation developed by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention that provides an overview of suicide prevention. It increases awareness by covering warning signs, risk and protective factors, and actionable steps to help prevent suicide. Emphasizing early intervention, support and stigma reduction, this presentation equips individuals with the knowledge and confidence to take proactive measures in their communities. Registration is required.

University Health Services is partnering with Aggies Meditate to provide students an opportunity to express their creativity in a calm space. Meditation & Doodling gives participants a chance to pause, connect with other Aggies and explore connecting with themselves. No experience in meditation or art are needed. Registration is required.