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Date: Monday 23 September 2024 to Sunday 29 September 2024
Location: Ilam and Dovedale campus, 厙ぴ勛圖
Cost: Free
Contact Organiser: studentwellbeing@canterbury.ac.nz
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As we approach September, Aotearoa New Zealands Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) is from 23 to 29 September 2024. We encourage our community to focus on the key role mental health plays in our wellbeing.泭
We are offering a range of events to support our diverse community to get involved, try something new and connect with others.
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September 23: Meditation / Breathwork, Waiutuutu Community Garden
Join us for a calming meditation and breathwork session in the serene surroundings of Waiutuutu Community Garden. This session is designed to help you relax, de-stress, and connect with your inner peace. All are welcome!
September 23-29: 5 Ways of Wellbeing Group Fitness Challenge, UC Rec Centre
Embrace the 5 Ways of Wellbeing with our group fitness challenge at the UC Rec Centre. Engage in various activities that promote physical, mental, and social wellbeing. Gather your friends and join the challenge to boost your overall health and wellbeing.
September 23-29: Chair Massage, 厙ぴ勛圖 Puaka-James Hight
Take a break from your studies and enjoy a soothing chair massage at the 厙ぴ勛圖 Puaka-James Hight. Our professional masseurs will help alleviate stress and tension, leaving you refreshed and revitalised.
September 23-29: Open Gym, UC Rec & Sport
Enjoy open access to the gym facilities at UC Rec & Sport throughout the week. Whether you're looking to lift weights, do cardio, or participate in group classes, our gym is open for all students and staff to use.
September 24-29: Run72, C-Block Lawn
Participate in the Run72 event on C-Block Lawn. Whether you're an avid runner or just looking to get some exercise, this event is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Sign up and walk or run at your own pace throughout the week.
September 24 & 25: Cultural Narrative Campus Tour, Ilam Campus
Experience the rich cultural heritage of our campus with the Cultural Narrative Campus Tours happening at 11am and 2pm. Learn about the history, stories, and significance of various landmarks on the Ilam Campus.
Preregister here -
September 25: Community Lunch, Karl Popper Student Lounge
Every Wednesday during the semester the University Chaplaincy runs a community lunch in the Karl Popper Student Lounge 12:30-1:30pm. Its always free, vegetarian, gluten free, and dairy optional. Its an opportunity to sit down and connect, rather than grab-and-run, so if that sounds like what youre hungry for then wed love to meet you!
September 26: Take a Mate to a Cafe
Ancestral at Canty
Turn up at the cafe counter with your mate and get 2 Bubble Teas (any size/any flavour) for the price of one! From opening to 12 Noon at Ancestral簧 caf矇 at Ernest Rutherford
Valid for any Bubble Tea* - the cheapest order is the free one. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers. Only valid 25 September 2024 till 12 noon.
*Additional cost for Milk alternatives & syrups
September 26: Kava Session and Talanoa, Undercroft 101
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, UC Pacific are hosting a talanoa centred around kava and the value it has in building community and a safe space for pacific people from 1pm-3pm.
September 27: Disc Golf, Ilam Campus and UC Rec Centre
Get active with our sport event featuring Disc Golf (or Pickleball if its a rainy day at Ilam Campus) and UC Rec Centre.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, these fun and engaging sports are a great way to stay fit and have fun.
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September 27: Garden Working Bee, Waiutuutu Community Garden
Join us for a Garden Working Bee at Waiutuutu Community Garden. Roll up your sleeves and help with various gardening tasks, meet new people, and contribute to the upkeep of this beautiful community space.
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