All Trent Durham students are invited to join us in the Tipi at the back of Building A anytime from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You are welcome to smudge, sit by the fire, and learn more from our fire keepers. The First Peoples House of Learning hosts social fires as an opportunity for all members of the Trent Durham community to join together.
Start off Thrive Week strong with some yogurt. On Monday November 13, join us in the Otonabee College Commons from 8:30 — 10:30 a.m. to build your own yogurt parfait! There will be lots of different yogurt flavours and toppings to choose from to fit everyone's taste! Hope to see you there!
Join Trent Spiritual Affairs and the Buddhist Place for a 45 minute guided meditation on Thursday, November 16 from 3:00 — 4:00 p.m. This event will take place in the Multi-Faith Room, LEC 202. Limited meditation cushions and seating will be available, so the event will be capped at 12 people. Beginners are welcome!
This Thrive Week, join LEC and TVAN for a colourful evening of painting, relaxation, and community. Enjoy free hot chocolate and snacks while you unleash your creativity and de-stress. We can't wait to create masterpieces together!
Don't forget to register for the event!
Students are invited to join Academic Skills Instructors in Crawpaddies Den (Lady Eaton Collge) for an informal writing cafe. Baked treats and drinks will be provided in a comfortable and cozy environment. Writing resources and support are provided to help students set goals and stay focused.
We don't need the research to tell us that spending time with friends can significantly reduce stress and provide us with profound sense of belonging, but sometimes it can be intimidating to forge your own path and make meaningful friendships in a new environment. That's where "Thrive by Saying Hi" comes in! Join your Student Health Promoter and Peer Support for a peer-led workshop that will engage you in interactive games and discussions, gain insights into building health friendships, and strengthen your social bonds.
Work though the nature scavenger hunt by getting outside and exploring nearby natural spaces while noticing the benefits on your mental health. Complete the nature scavenger hunt for your chance to win a trip to the zoo!
Join Trent University Durham Therapists, Stephanie Fuller and Katherine Woodburn-Chambers in creating your own distress survival kits.
Where: Advanced Learning Centre, Room 412
The graduate student writing group helps to develop writers with tips to improve their writing as well as build a community of writers to encourage and celebrate achievements of writing. Graduate students will be encouraged to set realistic writing goals on a weekly basis to monitor their progress and to maintain momentum with their writing.
Join us every Tuesday to hone your writing skills and consult with Lori Steers, an Academic Skills/ESL Instructor, about your papers.
When: 11am to 1pm every Tuesday - Fall 2023
Where: Morton Reading Room (SCW CCS 303)