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Workshop Requests at University Health Services
Explore the diverse workshops and programming options available for student organizations, university classes, and campus entities.
Guidelines for Requesting a Workshop
- Ensure a minimum of 5 attendees.
- Request must be made at least 1 week in advance.
- Choose a session duration: 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes.
- Reserve appropriate space or coordinate with UHS staff.
Workshop Offerings
Incentives (such as food/beverages or freebies) are recommended but not required.
Counseling Center 101
Insights into University Health Services' Counseling Center, services provided, and common queries answered.
Presented by Beatriz, Mental Health Educator.
General Medicine Services 101
Discover University Health Services' General Medicine clinic, services offered, and FAQs to understand our practices better.
Presented by Chloe, Health Educator.
Clear Voices, Strong Connections: Navigating Healthy Communication
Let's find ways to enhance our interpersonal skills and promote constructive dialogue together. Explore practical strategies for effective communication that foster understanding, collaboration, and positive connections in both personal and professional spheres.
Presented by Beatriz, Mental Health Educator.
Embracing You: A Journey to Body Positivity
Get ready to embark on a joyful journey of self-love and acceptance. We'll explore empowering strategies and positive perspectives to foster a deep sense of body positivity.
Presented by Beatriz, Mental Health Educator.
Health-Related Trivia (choose your topic)
Engage in health-related trivia on topics like alcohol/drugs, sexual health, specific awarenesses, and more. Prizes optional.
Presented by Chloe or Beatriz (depending on topic).
KORU Mindfulness Series
KORU Mindfulness 101: Introduction to Koru Mindfulness and its benefits for emerging adults.
KORU Mindfulness Drop-In: Experience mindfulness practices suitable for regular use and community building.
KORU Mindfulness 4-Week Course: Dive deeper into mindfulness with a structured four-session course.
Presented by Beatriz and/or Chloe.
Let's Talk about Sex!
Interactive program covering sexual health education and trivia on various related topics. Prizes optional.
Presented by Chloe, Health Educator.
Peace Love Workshop: Duel Emotions
In this workshop, you will create a piece of art that depicts a time you felt two different emotions at the same time, and how it made you feel.
Presented by Allyson, Clinical Social Worker.
Peace Love Workshop: Mandala Poetry
Learn how to clear your mind and use mandalas to find your center. Afterwards, you will put your experience into words through poetry.
Presented by Allyson, Clinical Social Worker.
Peace Love Workshop: Story Shoes
What's it like to walk in your shoes? In this workshop you will share your unique journey, and learn about the parts of individuals in your community.
Presented by Allyson, Clinical Social Worker.
Peace Love Workshop: Transformation Collage
In this workshop, you will identify something you would like to change, and depict that transformation through collage.
Presented by Allyson, Clinical Social Worker.
Prescribing Self-Care: A Pre-Med Students Guide to Mental Health
Are you a pre-medical student, overwhelmed by your course load and pressures of the STEM student's undergraduate life? This workshop helps put things into perspective. Learn how to use important self-care tricks, and how to make your mental health a priority.
Presented by Beatriz, Mental Health Educator.
Put Your Records On: Music and Wellbeing
Unleash the power of melody to enhance your mental and emotional well-being. Where beats meet your bliss, join us as we explore the therapeutic harmony between music and self-care for a truly uplifting experience.
Presented by Beatriz, Mental Health Educator.
sExpress On-the-Go
Want to offer your group a wide range of safer sex supplies? UHS staff bring their expertise in sexual health to answer all questions related to safer sex, STI testing, contraceptive use, lube, and more. We will bring a variety of safer sex supplies for all types of bodies and types of sex, including external condoms, internal condoms, oral dams, and water-based lube.
Presented by Chloe, Health Educator.
Stress Busting Self-Care
Join us for a dynamic and informative session where you'll learn playful stress-busting techniques, embrace mindfulness, and discover practical stress management hacks to turn your stress into good vibes at our self-care stress management workshop.
Presented by Beatriz, Mental Health Educator.
Time Well Spent: The Clockwork of Self-Care
Navigate the chaos of life with our self-care through our time management workshop. Gain practical insights and tools to reclaim control over your schedule and prioritize self-care amid daily demands.
Presented by Beatriz, Mental Health Educator.
UMB-UR-BEST Workshop Requests
UMB-UR-BEST (or University Resources for Behavioral and Educational Skills Training) offers workshops led by advanced Clinical Psychology doctoral students, focusing on behavioral and educational skills training.
Learn more about UMB-UR-BEST workshops
Contact Us!
For more information or for assistance with requesting a workshop, contact:
- Chloe Belt, Health Educator: Chloe.Belt@umb.edu
- Beatriz Louzado, Mental Health Educator: Beatriz.Louzado@umb.edu
- Wellness Education: wellness@umb.edu
Explore these workshops tailored to enhance well-being and knowledge at UMass Boston. Reach out to schedule a session or inquire about customizing a workshop to your group's needs.