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CAPS Offers End of Semester Support for Students

April 17, 2013 | By Todd Sevig, Director, Counseling and Psychological Services

April is one of the more intense months for U-M students. CAPS offers a diverse set of services available to meet the needs of both graduate and undergraduate students during the month of April, including group services; individual counseling; referral and case management services; and daily no-appointment-needed crisis support Below are just a few ideas we invite you to try out this month. Participate in a workshop: The following workshops do not require an appointment…

Health and Wellness Resources

April 8, 2013 | By Natalie Bartolacci, Program Manager, Rackham Graduate School

There are dozens of campus and community resources devoted to keeping you healthy as well as resources to help you when you are not feeling your best. There are many places to find support on campus, but we know that the size of the University can make these resources difficult to identify and locate. Rackham regularly updates a list of resources organized by topic area and provides a brief description and contact information for each…

Spring/Summer 2013 U-Move Fitness Classes

April 2, 2013 | By Sheila Calhoun, Assistant Director, U-Move Fitness

Get your dose of excitement and enthusiasm with exercise. Yes, that's what researchers at Penn State have found. It seems those who engage in regular exercise report higher levels of excitement and enthusiasm than those who exercise less. Additionally, for those who already engage in regular exercise, levels of excitement and enthusiasm are boosted when they push themselves even more. Looking to add some enthusiasm and excitement to your summer? Why not register for a U-Move Fitness class? Registration for spring and summer classes is now open. You can see more information at http://www.kines.umich.edu/umove/u-move-fitness.

April Is MHappy Month

April 1, 2013 | By Pete Wangwongwiroj, Master's Student, Energy Systems Engineering

Hi fellow graduate students! My name is Pete Wangwongwiroj, a master’s student in the energy systems engineering program in the College of Engineering. I'm writing to let you know about an initiative that I've worked on for the past year called MHappy Month. As a fellow graduate student, I know that it is easy to get overwhelmed by the stress that comes with research, graduate courses, or raising a family. MHappy Month will have various…

Planning on Traveling Abroad? Here’s What You Need to Know

March 19, 2013 | By Laurie Burchett, Managed Care/Student Insurance Office, University Health Service

As a graduate student, you probably already know that you are required to register on the U-M Travel Registry and have U-M Travel Abroad Health Insurance if you’re traveling for University-related purposes, such as study, research, internships, and service. But do you know that this gives you an amazing safety net in case you get sick or injured abroad, or need evacuation? With Travel Abroad Health Insurance, you’ll have access to a 24-hour call center…

Who Knew? A Nutrition Clinic Right on Central Campus

March 15, 2013 | By Julie Stocks, Registered Dietitian, University Health Service

You do not have to have a specific need to make an appointment at the Nutrition Clinic at University Health Service. If you just want to discuss choices on campus, have your diet reviewed, or need a little extra help with menu planning or shopping, you can schedule a time. However, if you do have a certain topic in mind such as eating disorders, weight loss, diabetes management, sports nutrition, or planning a vegetarian/vegan diet,…

Are you in recovery from alcohol or other drug addiction? You are not alone!

March 5, 2013 | By Matt Statman, Manager, Collegiate Recovery Program

Did you know the University of Michigan has a Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP)? The CRP is designed to support recovering students and help them thrive as they navigate their university experience. Students who are actively involved in recovery from alcohol or other drug addiction can join our program to help nurture their sobriety and excel in college. We also offer ourselves as a resource for people seeking information about recovery and what steps to take…

Try Something New Over Spring Break

March 1, 2013 | By Sheila Calhoun, Assistant Director, U-Move Fitness

If you have no travel plans over Spring Break, why not try something new? U-Move Fitness has some special $3 drop-in exercise classes March 4-8 at the CCRB. The full schedule is available on our website. Beginning March 11, any classes that still have openings will be half-off for the remainder of the semester.

Free Personal Safety Workshops

February 11, 2013 | By Sheila Calhoun, Assistant Director, U-Move Fitness

Do you feel safe on campus? How about off campus? How do you recognize a perpetrator and what would you do if you felt or were actually threatened? U-Move Fitness has partnered with the U-M Dean of Students Office to offer FREE personal safety workshops conducted by Katy Mattingly. Katy will teach you verbal and social skills for assertive communication as well as physical skills for setting boundaries. You'll learn about the most common reported…

University Health Service (UHS) Recruiting Volunteer HIV Test Counselors

February 7, 2013 | By Carol D Tucker, Health Educator, Health Service

University Health Service (UHS) is now accepting applications for volunteer graduate student HIV test counselors. Through this position, students in fields such as health, social work, and psychology can apply their knowledge, while other students might enjoy the opportunity to get outside their school, connect with others on a different level, and make a contribution. Benefits -- as a volunteer, you could: Gain valuable knowledge and work experience plus network with health professionals Enhance your…

Colds, Flu and You – How to Stay Well

February 4, 2013 | By Carol D Tucker, Health Educator, Health Service

With the winter cold and flu season upon us, it’s a good time to remember that you can do a lot to reduce illness. First, it’s not too late to get a flu shot, and University Health Service (UHS) still has vaccine. See our website’s information Flu and Vaccination for more details. Below are some basic tips on how to stop the spread of illness: When you cough or sneeze, cover it with a tissue,…

Grad Students: Don’t Miss Your Chance to Get Moving With Active U 2013!

February 1, 2013 | By Colleen Greene, Wellness Coordinator, MHealthy

With more than 10,000 participants last year, Active U remains one of MHealthy's most popular programs! ALL graduate students are eligible to participate in this 12-week physical activity challenge that gets the entire university moving. Sign up as part of a team or as an individual by Feb. 5 Track your activity minutes online using your computer or smartphone Challenge yourself to meet your weekly activity goal Active U includes these great features: Opportunities to…

New Therapy Groups Forming at the U-M Psychological Clinic

January 30, 2013 | By Todd K. Favorite, Ph.D., Director, U-M Psychological Clinic, Assistant Professor, U-M Department of Psychiatry

The U-M Psychological Clinic offers therapy groups focusing on specific symptoms and/or areas of concern, such as social anxiety, depression, issues with attention or concentration, caring for a dependent loved one, or preparing for the stresses of fieldwork in an unfamiliar place. Our therapy groups are supportive, educational, and aimed at building coping skills and addressing clients’ concerns. We offer group therapy to provide our clients with social support and the ability to interact and…

Campus Mind Works: Supporting Student Mental Health

January 22, 2013 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

The University of Michigan Depression Center is pleased to announce that the Campus Mind Works education and support groups will continue to be offered this semester. Designed to provide an extra layer of support for students with depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, these free, bi-weekly, drop-in groups are offered on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from October through April, on North and Central Campus. Each group begins with a brief presentation on…

Winter 2013 Counseling Groups Open to Graduate Students

January 17, 2013 | By Joy Mutinda, Coordinator of Groups and Clinical Workshops, CAPS

CAPS offers 17 process, skills, and/or support groups that are available for graduate students. These groups take place in an inviting and confidential environment on the 3rd floor of the Michigan Union. The groups begin meeting a few weeks after the start of each semester, typically last around 8 weeks, and are free for U-M students. Check out our Group Videos page! Understanding Self and Others Would you like to enhance your personal relationships? Curious…

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