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Wellness Week 2026

Posted 4:18 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026

Wellness Week, October 5-9, 2026

Exploring health and well-being at UWL

We survived the first month of the semester! And we've made it to Wellness Week, the perfect opportunity to dedicate a little extra time to self-care and explore campus resources and activities. UWL students are encouraged to attend as many events as possible and complete their Wellness Week Passport to win a prize. Check out the full schedule of events below!

This week, we're also exploring UWL's online platform for mental health and well-being, Mantra Health. Follow the official campaign on Instagram to learn more about resources.

  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse @uwlax
  • Wellness & Health Advocacy @uwlpeerhealth
  • Counseling & Testing Center @uwlctc
  • REC Sports @uwlrec
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Monday: Mindfulness and Balance

Pumpkin Painting with the PHAs with the Peer Health Advocates

  • E-Cafe, Student Union from 12-2pm
  • Get crafty, learn about mindfulness, and explore the full schedule of Wellness Week events.

Money Matters with It Makes Cents

  • Murphy Library Room 121 at 12pm 

Pickleball Rally & Relax with REC Sports

  • Hetzel Fieldhouse at 6pm
  • Grab a paddle and get ready to rally! Come play casual pickleball, rotate partners every 15 minutes, and meet some new people along the way. A free, low-pressure way to get moving, make friends, and take a break during Wellness Week! 

Movie Monday with Campus Activities Board

  • Union Theater at 7pm 
Tuesday: Finances and Basic Needs

When Life Gives You Lemons... with It Makes Cents 

  • UWL Clocktower from 10:30am-2:30pm
  • Join your IMC Friends for an interactive lemonade stand. Not only will you walk away with FREE lemonade- you will receive it in a reusable, sustainable, capri-sun style drinkware and a free budget template! 

Howie’s Bingo with It Makes Cents

  • Howie’s at 8pm
  • Learn about It Makes Cents, play bingo, and win prizes (must 21+)! 

Intro to Mindfulness with Issy

Don’t Get Sidelined: Injury Prevention for Everyday Athletes with REC Sports 

  • REC Lobby, 2:30-4:30pm
  • Want to stay active without getting sidelined? Stop by our injury prevention table for quick, practical tips to help keep your body moving and feeling its best! Learn simple ways to reduce your risk of common aches and overuse injuries like shin splints, while picking up easy stretches, mobility programs, and strengthening exercises you can incorporate into your everyday routine. Whether you’re a runner, gym-goer, recreational athlete, or just trying to be more active, come on by! No workout clothes are required.

Walk with Officer Bear and University Police

  • Meet in the REC Lobby at 4pm
  • Join Officer Bear, UWL’s police dog, for a fun and relaxed walk around campus! Get moving, enjoy some fresh air, and spend time with one of UWL’s favorite four-legged campus community members. 

Hammock & S'mores Hangout with REC Sports 

  • Between Wing & Centennial Hall, 4-6pm
  • Come hang out with Outdoor Connection to de-stress and find your balance by spending intentional time in nature. Roast marshmallows and sway in a hammock while enjoying connection and community.
Wednesday: Fitness and Nutrition

Feel Good Foods with Chartwells

  • Whitney Center, 11am-1pm
  • Sample Mushroom Crostini and discover how nutritious foods can also be flavorful, satisfying, and easy to enjoy. Pick up simple ideas for incorporating feel-good food into your everyday routine. 

Fueling for Performance with Chartwells  

  • REC Fitness Center, 3:30-5:15pm
  • Learn how to fuel your body for energy, recovery, and peak performance. Stop by and explore practical nutrition strategies for before, during, and after activity. Pick up tips you can use to support your workouts and overall well-being! 

Pause & Flow with REC Sports 

  • Drake Field at 5pm
  • Step outside and take time to reset with an experience that blends guided mindfulness, gentle yoga, and intentional movement in the outdoors. Slow down, reconnect with your body and surroundings, and leave feeling more grounded, present, and refreshed. No experience necessary; mats provided. Free and open to drop-ins.

Women’s Soccer vs UW-River Falls 

  • Roger Harring Stadium Track, Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex at 6pm 
Thursday: Academic Well-Being

Self-Cafe for Success with the Peer Health Advocates

  • Murphy Library from 11am-3pm
  • Join us for self-care activities, mental health resources, and more to help you power through the rest of the semester.

Fall Colors Pantone Walk with REC Sports

  • REC Lobby at 4pm
  • Take a colorful break and explore campus with the Rec Sports Fall Colors Pantone Walk! Grab a color card, head outside, and see how many fall-inspired shades you can match to leaves, trees, and other seasonal sights along the way.

Education Abroad 101 with International Education & Engagement

  • 1140 Centennial Hall at 4pm
  • Learn about the many different programs that UWL has to study abroad/away and how to begin your program search. 
Friday: Sleep, Stress, and AnxietyCelebrating Family Weekend? Find the Peer Health Advocates at the football game on October 10, which is also World Mental Health Day!


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