Join us at SSB to learn about the services and programs we provide to all Texas A&M students. Student Life strives to enhance your opportunities as a student to participate fully in the university experience. Each of the program areas within Student Life has a specific mission, but one common goal: to provide education, outreach and support to you.

Join us for a creative and energizing way to de-stress! Hop on a stationary bike and use the power of your pedaling to race against friends or beat your own record. Come ready to move and support suicide prevention on campus! 

Ever wondered how technology might be shaping our experience of the world and of each other? The "Distress and Resilience in the Age of Technology: A Conversation" presentation explores how the pervasiveness of technology use may affect our values, attitudes, behaviors and relationships. The presentation will includes an engaging conversation about what we find distressing, and what it may take to be resilient in the face of such distress.

University Health Services is partnering with Aggies Reaching Aggies (https://uhs.tamu.edu/mental-health/aggies-reaching-aggies.html) and Aggie Peer Connect (https://uhs.tamu.edu/prevention/aggie-peer-connect.html) to spread awareness on how students can support each other. Stop by our 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!

Counselor Connect offers Texas A&M University students an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the counseling process and resources within University Health Services. Students can pick from various activities to participate in while interacting with counselors, creating an informal and laid-back environment. During these 15-minute sessions, students will learn strategies for self-care that can improve any area in their lives! Counselor Connect aims to reduce the stigma around mental health and create a safe space on campus for connection. Although this is NOT an individual counseling session, it is an opportunity to engage with a mental health professional and discuss strategies for self-care to give students the tools to achieve their academic goals. By attending a Counselor Connect event, students acknowledge that University Health Services cannot guarantee the confidentiality of the conversations that occur during each event.

September is National Suicide Awareness Month, and it's important to know the facts and strategies for support. This presentation raises awareness of suicide warning signs, symptoms and statistics in college-aged individuals. Learn how to recognize when someone needs help, ways to intervene and what resources are available—on- and off- campus—to help save lives and decrease stigma.

University Health Services is partnering with Aggies Reaching Aggies (https://uhs.tamu.edu/mental-health/aggies-reaching-aggies.html) and Aggie Peer Connect (https://uhs.tamu.edu/prevention/aggie-peer-connect.html) to spread awareness on how students can support each other. Stop by our 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!

Date: Sept. 9Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. CSTLocation:Rudder 601Audience: TAMU Student LeadersLunch Will Be ProvidedEvent Description: Both great Aggies and great citizens are the aim of the Citizenship and Service (C&S) initiative at Texas A&M University. The C&S mission is: Each student who graduates from Texas A&M University—through reflection on the Aggie Core Values, instruction, high-impact experiences and leadership opportunities—will be ready and willing to serve as a contributing citizen of their community, the state of Texas and the United States. All students will be exposed, then offered the opportunity, and eventually expected to engage across the essential components of character, knowledge, skills and service. Come hear its director, Brigadier General (Ret.) Kim Field, as well as Jeffrey Justin, the assistant vice president for student services, and your student body vice president, Kathleen Parks, discuss this presidential priority, including the many ways you can get involved. Be prepared to offer your thoughts and ideas.

"Talk Saves Lives" is an educational presentation developed by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention that provides a comprehensive overview of suicide prevention. Learn to recognize warning signs, understand risk and protective factors, and take actionable steps to support early intervention prevent suicide. Participants will gain knowledge and confidence to help reduce stigma and make a positive impact in their community.

Ever wish you had a guide at the grocery store? Now you do. University Health Services Grocery Store Tours are back, and this month's theme is "Snack Smarter." These in-store tours are led by a campus health educator and are designed to help students learn how to choose affordable, energizing snacks that support both body and brain. Each tour includes a guided walk-through of key grocery sections including produce, grains, dairy and snacks. Students will receive tips on reading nutrition labels, spotting nutrient-dense options and shopping on a student budget. After the tour, participants will complete a fun scavenger hunt through the store and wrap up with a 20–30-minute cooking demonstration and sampling session provided by H-E-B Cooking Connections. Space is limited so sign up today! Students are responsible for their own transportation and should plan to arrive 15 minutes early. The tour will start at the front entrance by the produce section. The tour is free to attend. However, if you register and fail to attend without notifying uhsprevpop@tamu.edu (mailto:uhsprevpop@tamu.edu) at least 24 hours in advance, a $25 no-show fee will be charged to your student account.

In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, University Health Services will host a resource fair in partnership with campus and community suicide prevention resources.Aggie Recovery Community (https://uhs.tamu.edu/aggie-recovery-community/index.html)Texas A&M AgriLife Extension (https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu)Texas A&M University Police Department (https://upd.tamu.edu/pages/home.aspx)Don & Ellie Knauss Veteran Resource & Support Center (https://aggieveterans.tamu.edu)Counseling and Assessment Clinic (https://cac.tamu.edu)Federation of Texas A&M University Mothers' Club (https://aggiemoms.org)Central Texas Veterans Resource Center (https://ctadvrc.org)American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (https://afsp.org)Brazos Valley Coalition on Suicide Prevention National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Brazos Valley (https://namibv.org)WhistleStop Acres (https://www.whistlestopacres.co)Sexual Assault Resource Center (https://www.sarcbv.org)

Let's get together and talk about why self-care is essential for mental wellness. Decorate a pot and plant a succulent to take home as a living reminder to take care of yourself.

Kick off your second year at Texas A&M by decorating your own succulent and connecting plant care to your personal growth. Enjoy a quick, interactive talk on growth mindset, and hear inspiring stories and advice from upperclassmen. Let's thrive together—rooted in support and ready to grow!  

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.

University Health Services is partnering with Aggies Reaching Aggies (https://uhs.tamu.edu/mental-health/aggies-reaching-aggies.html) and Aggie Peer Connect (https://uhs.tamu.edu/prevention/aggie-peer-connect.html) to spread awareness on how students can support each other. Stop by our 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!

Join us for Party Smart Mocktails! Enjoy delicious mocktails, learn easy recipes, pick up a party smart kit, and get practical tips on hosting safe and fun gatherings.