The clinical staff at The Student Counseling Center are well aware of the ongoing and persistent stressors impacting our student population today. The divisive socio-political environment along with the many tragic terrorist attacks, mass shootings and natural disasters have made it difficult for all of us to employ self care in our everyday lives. However, […]
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Nov 7 | Seasonal Flu 2017-2018 Informational Tabling Event
As the colder months approach and flu season is upon us once again, join us next Tuesday, November 7, 2017 in the lobby of the Graduate Center for an informational tabling event! The Health Education Coordinator will be there from 11am-2pm with information regarding the Seasonal Flu (& Shot) for the 2017-2018 season. We will […]
Final Reminder: Fitness Classes Begin This Week
The Graduate Center offers fitness classes facilitated by the Doctoral Students’ Council and the Student Affairs Office. The second half of the fall 2017 semester begins today Tuesday, October 24th, registration is still open in room 7301. Students, Faculty , Staff and Community Members must register in person. Payment is required at time of registration […]
Dissertation Support Group at The Wellness Center
Dissertation Support Groups at The Wellness Center Join our Dissertation Support Groups! Thursdays 11-12 with Dr. Michelle Chu & Kristen Lipari Join in—find support– you’re not alone! Develop strategies to work more effectively Make concrete plans with the group and hold each other accountable Learn from others’ experiences Come by the Wellness Center office (Room […]
Oct 16 | MSKCC Breast and Testicular Cancer Informational Tabling Event
Please join the GC Wellness Center for an informational Tabling event with nurses from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center about Breast and Testicular Cancer. These nurses have generously agreed to join us in the Graduate Center lobby on: Monday, 10/16/2017 from 10:30am- 2pm.
Fitness Class Registration Now Open
The Graduate Center offers fitness classes facilitated by the Doctoral Students’ Council and the Student Affairs Office. Registration for the second half of the fall 2017 semester opens on Tuesday, October 10th at 10:00AM in room 7301. Students, Faculty , Staff and Community Members must register in person at the Student Affairs Office, room 7301. […]
Las Vegas Post-Tragedy Counseling Services
Again we find ourselves facing a national tragedy—this time a mass assault and murder committed by one human being against others. For those who need a safe space to talk, The Graduate Center’s Student Counseling Service at the Wellness Center will have appointments available for confidential and supportive counseling sessions. The Wellness Center is located in […]
Post-Disaster Counseling Services available
To those in our community who have been impacted directly or indirectly by the recent natural disasters, talking to someone in a safe space can help. We wanted to remind students about the Wellness Center, Student Counseling’s free, confidential services. The Wellness Center is located in Room 6422 and can be contacted at 212-817-7020. You […]
Nov 13 | Mindfulness For Stress & Anxiety
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Room #9206 Mari Dickerson, LMSW & Ravital LaBua Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Does it feel like you’re always somewhere else, ruminating about the past or worrying about the future? Are you engaging in behaviors to manage stress that you would like to change? (more…)
Ongoing Challenges of Graduate School Life Group
Wellness Center, Student Counseling Services Sometimes class work is the least of the graduate student’s burdens. Balancing school, work, family and friends, coping with feelings of isolation or competition, navigating relationships with faculty, sustaining focus and motivation, living on a tight budget and making progress toward your degree are just a few of the unique […]