The Department of Health Promotion and Wellness is excited to announce the eighth annual Wellness Week. There will be a series of events to promote health and well-being centered around the Alabama Model from Sept. 18-23. Come join these signature events and learn about resources in your community to help enhance your well-being!
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event hosted in collaboration between Health Promotion and Wellness, the Counseling Center and Tide Against Suicide.
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
UA Student Center, 3115 Anderson Society Room
Promoting the wellness of our students, friends, families, co-workers and fellow citizens and helping prevent suicide is every person’s responsibility. There are three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a free, two-hour suicide prevention training. Registration is required, so please select the link below to register for this training session.
4 p.m.
Career Center Multipurpose Room
Whether it’s your first time attending a career fair or you simply want a refresher, the Career Fair Crash Course will help you make the most of your experience. We’ll cover topics like how to prepare for the career fair, what to wear, how to introduce yourself and steps for successfully following up with recruiters.
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event facilitated by the Counseling Center and its Tide Against Suicide initiative.
5 p.m. – close
Taco Mama at 2104A University Blvd.
Join us for a great night of food at Taco Mama! A percentage of the restaurant’s profits for the night will benefit the Counseling Center and its efforts to serving the students of UA and their mental health needs.
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event hosted in collaboration between Health Promotion and Wellness, the Counseling Center and Tide Against Suicide.
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
UA Student Center, 3115 Anderson Society Room
Promoting the wellness of our students, friends, families, co-workers and fellow citizens and helping prevent suicide is every person’s responsibility. There are three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a free, two-hour suicide prevention training. Registration is required, so please select the link below to register for this training session.
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event facilitated by the Counseling Center and its Tide Against Suicide initiative.
5:30 p.m.
UA Student Center Theater
Join us as we discuss with a panel of professionals how we can take charge of our mental health using resources available toe very student at UA!
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
UA Student Center Plaza
Please join Health Promotion and Wellness, campus and community partners for the fall Student Health Fair! Students can learn about the various health and wellness services offered on campus and within the Tuscaloosa community. The first 200 students can receive a free t-shirt!
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
UA Student Center Room 2200C
Confidential and private testing is provided by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event hosted in collaboration between Health Promotion and Wellness, the Counseling Center and Tide Against Suicide.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
UA Student Center, 3115 Anderson Society Room
Promoting the wellness of our students, friends, families, co-workers and fellow citizens and helping prevent suicide is every person’s responsibility. There are three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a free, two-hour suicide prevention training. Registration is required, so please select the link below to register for this training session.
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Intercultural Diversity Center, 2100 UA Student Center
The Intercultural Diversity Center and Counseling Center presents Coffee and Mental Health, where participants have an opportunity to speak with therapists in a one-on-one setting. The program provides an environment for participants to ask questions, get to know the UA therapists and learn about the Counseling Center as a student resource. In addition, the program will offer a space for guests to learn about the many mental well-being resources the counseling Center has and ways they can connect with the Counseling Center. Coffee and Mental Health will occur every third Wednesday of the month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Intercultural Diversity Center.
12 p.m.
Virtual (link below)
Gain essential skills to navigate the financial challenges of college life and lay a solid foundation for a prosperous financial journey ahead. James Renshaw from HomeFirst and the Center for Community-Based Partnerships will share best practices for budgeting and money management. Discover practical strategies to effectively manage your finances, avoid debt traps and build a strong financial future.
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event facilitated by the Counseling Center and its Tide Against Suicide initiative.
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
UREC Student Recreation Center
Physical activity is a great way to strengthen your mental health. Join us for a spectacular dodgeball tournament at the Student Recreation Center!
9:30 a.m. – until
UREC Student Recreation Center
Unwind with a peaceful, relaxing yoga session.
12 p.m.
Virtual (link below)
Whether it’s your first time attending a career fair or you simply want a refresher, the Career Fair Crash Course will help you make the most of your experience. We’ll cover topics like how to prepare for the career fair, what to wear, how to introduce yourself and steps for successfully following up with recruiters.
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event hosted in collaboration between Health Promotion and Wellness, the Counseling Center and Tide Against Suicide.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
UA Student Center, 3115 Anderson Society Room
Promoting the wellness of our students, friends, families, co-workers and fellow citizens and helping prevent suicide is every person’s responsibility. There are three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a free, two-hour suicide prevention training. Registration is required, so please select the link below to register for this training session.
7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Farrah Hall Room 120
Join the Collegiate Recovery Community every Thursday night for a recovery speaker meeting on campus. During a recovery speaker meeting, one member of the local Tuscaloosa recovery community shares their personal story of overcoming addiction. Come listen to others and learn about their experience, strength and hope.
7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
UA Student Center Theater
Ready for a night of laughs? Ben Palmer is a TikTok, Instagram and Youtube star who is selling out shows all over the country as a stand-up comedian. Join UP for a night of comedy with snacks! This show is FREE and open to all UA students. No registration is required, all you have to do is show up and we’ll take care of the rest.
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event facilitated by the Counseling Center and its Tide Against Suicide initiative.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
UA Student Center Plaza
Join Tide Against Suicide to destress and play with puppies!
12 p.m.
Virtual (link below)
Start your semester off right by safeguarding yourself from #dietculture all over social media and gain understanding of what it means to have a healthy relationship with food. In this presentation, you’ll learn how to ditch the diet mentality and influence your friends to ditch it for good too.
This is a Suicide Awareness Week event hosted in collaboration between Health Promotion and Wellness, the Counseling Center and Tide Against Suicide.
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
UA Student Center, 3115 Anderson Society Room
Promoting the wellness of our students, friends, families, co-workers and fellow citizens and helping prevent suicide is every person’s responsibility. There are three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a free, two-hour suicide prevention training. Registration is required, so please select the link below to register for this training session.
8 p.m. – 10 p.m.
John England Hall
Do you have family in for Parents Weekend? Want to spend time together on campus? Join UP for our Family Movie Night! We’ll have free snacks and drinks. Bring your family and friends and we’ll see you there!
Three hours before kickoff
The Quad
It’s time to cheer on the Tide! Join UP in cheering on the Tide against the Rebels! Join us on the quad three hours before kickoff for a fun tailgate, school spirit and plenty of free food, drinks and giveaways!
Two hours before kickoff
The Quad – look for the yellow balloons near Denny Chimes
The Collegiate Recovery Community Sober Tailgate affords student members of the Collegiate Recovery Community the opportunity to celebrate Alabama football in all its glory while remaining sober. Outfitted with satellite TV, comfortable seating and catered food form Tuscaloosa’s most popular vendors, each home game is a chance to engage in fellowship. Current students, community advocates and alumni are all welcome at this SEC tradition. Roll Tide!
When: Registration at 5 p.m., Walk begins at 6 p.m.
Where: UA Student Center Plaza
Stand united with others in the fight against suicide as we walk Out of the Darkness for Suicide Awareness Week. Scan the QR code to the right or select the button below to register for the Out of the Darkness Walk.
