Something that we all know, but maybe fail to acknowledge aloud is that Columbia is indebted to the grind culture. Long nights in Butler, juggling one too many assignments, vying for a solid grade--it all adds up over time. It's important that we take time to tend to those parts of ourselves that may get overlooked while striving to accomplish all that we're hoping to do. We hope to be a part of the change for a more balanced life at Columbia.
Students of Color@Columbia is bringing our second SoC Wellness Week to campus from Monday, April 13th until Saturday, April 18th. Join us for a series of programs all aimed at supporting our holistic wellness before heading into the end of the semester. Whether you can stop in for just a moment or want to commit to taking a deep break to rest and recuperate, there's something for you. Please see below for our schedule of events and related links to register and/or plug in! This week, we invite you to "Disconnect to Connect" emphasizing the importance of stepping away from our virtual lives to focus on in-person connection.
- Monday, April 13th - 7pm-8:30pm | We're Not Really Strangers Community Dinner
- A stranger is merely someone you don’t know yet. Spontaneous connection can change that. Take a pause and join us on Butler Plaza for a light dinner and rounds of “You’re Not Really Strangers.” 5 minutes or 30 minutes, give yourself the permission to meet someone new.
- Thursday, April 16th - 6pm-9pm | Catch Me Outside: 'You, Me & Tuscany' Movie Night at AMC Empire 25
- Take a pause and a trip downtown with SoC@Columbia to catch a screening if 'You, Me & Tuscany,' the newest rom-com from the creator of 'Girl's Trip.' Give yourself permission to disconnect from the Columbia grind and transport yourself to the Italian countryside for 90 minutes with the incomparable Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page. Metrocards and movie tickets provided for all registrants.
- Register for your ticket and metrocard as spots are limited.
- Friday, April 17th - 2pm-4pm | Rest House at the IRC (552 W. 114th St)
- Saturday, April 18th - 1pm-3pm | Day of Play, Field Day Edition!
- It's our annual "Day of Play" event! A moment to recommit to the necessity of play and rest before locking back in ahead of finals season. Join us for yard games, snacks, and challenges on the lawns to close out SoC Wellness Week! Sign up as an individual or a team to compete in a series of relay races, mini challenges, and general yard games. Don't want to compete? Show up to watch others, have fun with community games, and snack away on popsicles, debbie cakes, Caprisuns and Koolaid Jammers!
Want a reminder for any of the events above? Register and we'll send you daily reminders of each event taking place!