The cold has set in here at Boston College, but there are more ways than ever for students to keep their spirits up. Here’s a look at the upcoming events and ongoing wellness resources that will keep our community connected and healthy through this new semester and beyond.
On-Campus Resources
Wellness is an ongoing effort to live a healthy and grounded life. In addition to the wide-ranging group fitness and personal training programs offered by Campus Recreation, the Division of Student Affairs offers a variety of online and in-person programs that support physical, mental, and social health and wellness, including:
Wellness Coaching
Students can meet with trained peer wellness coaches in person or virtually for one-on-one conversations. Wellness coaches provide support, health tips, health-related resources, and accountability to help students care for mind, body, and soul.
Nutrition Counseling
Through meetings with a registered dietician, students can discuss overall healthy eating or create nutrition plans for athletics, dietary restrictions, or a vegan/vegetarian diet. Female students are also invited to join the Body Project, a peer-led program where groups of women discuss societal pressures around appearance and celebrate positive body image.
University Counseling Services (UCS)
Housed in Gasson Hall, University Counseling Services offers in-person and telehealth mental health counseling that is free for all BC students, including same-day consultations and group therapy. Some of UCS’s unique resources include Koru Mindfulness workshops, Anxiety Toolbox sessions, and a four-session Biofeedback: Mind-Body Balance workshop.
- WellTrack
Students can also access mental health support from home through UCS’s partnership with WellTrack, an online self-help program that offers videos, relaxation exercises, mood-tracking tools, and written exercises to address stress, anxiety, and depression.
Spring Semester Events
This winter, the Division of Student Affairs has a full calendar of events where students can gather safely, connect with old friends - and make new ones, and grow intellectually and spiritually.
Student Affairs Open House, January 26
This annual event is an informal gathering where students can learn about all of Student Affairs’ departments and their resources, which span the range of student life on campus.
Student Involvement Fair, January 29
The Student Involvement Fair is a chance to explore the full range of student organizations at BC and meet current members. If your student wants to pick up a new pastime this spring, the Student Involvement Fair is the place to be.
BRAVE Conference, January 28
Sponsored by the Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center, the BRAVE Conference—Becoming Real Advocates for a Vision of Equity—is designed to encourage BC students to engage in difficult conversations and become advocates for their peers.
Ice Skating at the Frog Pond, January 28
The skating rink at Boston Common’s Frog Pond is one of Boston’s most beloved winter destinations. Co-hosted by the Office of Student Involvement (OSI) and Boston College’s Campus Activities Board (CAB), this idyllic evening is a perennial favorite.
Leadership Day 2022: Reframing Our Resilience, January 29
The annual Leadership Day allows students to reflect on their style, passions, and purpose as leaders and discuss leadership with other BC students. This year’s theme is “Reframing Our Resilience.” OSI is also recruiting for the annual LeaderShape Retreat, a national program that accepts up to 60 BC students for a six-day experience over spring break.
Black History Month Opening Celebration, February 3
Boston College celebrates several heritage months during the spring semester, including Black History Month and Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. The Black History Month Opening Ceremony will take place on Thursday, February 3, at 5:00 pm in Gasson 100.
Women’s Summit, February 5
Hosted by the Women’s Center, the annual Women’s Summit is a day of community and solidarity for female-identified undergraduates. Students hear from distinguished speakers about their experiences in fields ranging from media and politics to business and STEM.
Black Women Matter: A Retreat, February 11–13
This weekend offers a space for Black women on campus to share in community and celebrate themselves. Students meet Black alumnae and staff as they discuss their experiences at BC and beyond.
Spectrum Retreat, February 25–27
Hosted by Student Outreach and Support Services, the Spectrum Retreat is an affirming space where LGBTQ+ students can gather to reflect on their identities, goals, and experiences.
Please view the Student Affairs Calendar for a full schedule of the gatherings that will brighten the days ahead for students here at BC.