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Fall 2020 Events
All events will occur remotely at the announced time. Please reserve the date and contact counselors directly by mail to get the meeting links.
International Students Meet & Greet
This event is for international students in their first semester at FIT. This group
will help you adjust to your new culture and environment, give you a place to share
your experiences, and will offer you support in your transition to FIT.
Thursday, August 27, 1–2 pm
[email protected]
Welcome Back Meeting for Study Abroad Returnees
For all students who went abroad during the 2019-2020 school year. You may be experiencing
"re-entry," which is when you face challenges as you readjust to the U.S. and FIT.
We will help you explore what you are going through and learn some positive ways of
dealing with it.
Thursday, September 3, 1–2 pm
[email protected]
Come to our Open House and Check Out All that We Have to Offer!
Everyone invited!
Thursday, September 10, 1–2 pm
[email protected]
Developing and Maintaining Relationships During COVID
[email protected]
Meditation and Soundbath Relaxation Experience
Join our experiential meditation and relaxation class which includes breathing exercises,
meditation and soundbath–a listening experience using therapeutic instruments that
reduce symptoms of stress, pain and anxiety. All you have to do is join and relax!
All sessions are from 6–7 pm. Dates:
- Thursday, September 17
- Thursday, October 8
- Thursday, October 15
- Thursday, October 29
Diversity Awareness Workshop
In order to be aware of our biases and assumptions, we must first get to know ourselves.
Join the workshop to think about what labels you use to define yourself.
Thursday, November 12, Noon–2 pm
[email protected]
International Students Returning Home Workshop
Wondering how to share the experiences you've had here or how to deal with changes
that happened at home? Get information on preparing to re-enter your home country
and help ease this transition.
Tuesday, December 1, 1–2 pm
[email protected]
Take a Break - Counseling Center Stress Relief Table
With the end of the semester stressors, self-care is very much needed. Taking time
to rejuvenate will earn you more hours of productivity. Stop by to make a lavender
sachet, color designs, play board games, and hug stuffed animals
Thursday, December 3, 1–2 pm
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Virtual Animal Assisted Therapy - Stress Relief Week Events
Therapy animals are coming back! Come meet and de-stress with lovable therapy animals
over a number of events across campus this semester!
- Bunny Team
Tuesday, December 8, 5:00-6:00 pm - Dog Team(s)
Thursday, December 10, 1:00-2:00 pm
Please contact [email protected] for more information and to sign up for your animal therapy visit!
Circle of Strength Support Workshop
A safe place for survivors of sexual assault and abuse to learn ways to cope with
trauma and heal by sharing your story and supporting others.
Starts Tuesday, September 15
[email protected]
Friendship Circle
Join our Friendship Circle program to explore how mentorship and friendship can benefit
your mental health and lead to wellness and fulfillment. This group will focus on
making new connections with fellow students, and learning how to establish healthy
relationship values and techniques.
Starts September 24.
[email protected]
Living Through Loss
Have you lost a loved one? Finding it hard to talk about it with others? If so, please
join us for the Living Through Loss support group. Come meet and talk with fellow
students experiencing loss in a safe and supportive setting.
Tuesday, November 10 from 1:00-2:00 pm; Continues every other Tuesday
[email protected]
First Generation in College Support Workshop
Are you the first in your family to attend college? Congratulations! Do you have
questions about how college works? Does your family understand how hard college is?
Come talk with other students who have similar experiences.
[email protected]
Effective Communication for Resolving Conflicts
Would you describe yourself as someone who prefers to avoid conflict? Do you like
to get your way? Are you good at working with someone to reach a solution that is
mutually beneficial? Come and learn new ways to communicate about conflict.
[email protected]
Ready for Change? Substance Abuse Support Workshop
Feeling isolated and alone? Feeling like it's hard to talk about your substance use
with family and friends? Feeling concerned that you are self-medicating and need support?
Come learn new ways to cope and deal with triggers in a non-judgmental setting.
Starts Tuesday, January 26, 5–6 pm; meets every other Tuesday throughout the Spring
2021 semester.
[email protected]
Discover Your Story
This is a safe space for adoptees to share your adoption story.
[email protected]
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