Gallaudet University Health and Wellness Programs

11/11/2019

Unfortunately we learned today that Queen Forever is no longer able to make it and this event is cancelled.

11/08/2019

Queen Foreverrr Show This Monday!

Love to laugh? Us too! Join us for Queen Foreverrr's show at JSAC MPR on Monday, November 11 at 12 pm to 1 pm. Bring your friends and share!

11/04/2019

Resilient Brain Project | Resource Library For a Healthy, Happy Life | Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Health Through Accessible, Therapeutic Learning

A resource for support: https://resilientbrainproject.com/

11/04/2019

Cannabis risks outweigh benefits when treating mental health disorders: Study

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/cannabis-risks-outweigh-benefits-treating-mental-health-disorders/story?id=66607593

The risk using medicinal cannabinoids, like CBD and marijuana, to treat mental health problems may outweigh any benefits, according to new evidence.

11/04/2019

Talk with a Doctor If Breast or Ovarian Cancer Runs in Your Family - healthfinder.gov

Talk with a Doctor If Breast or Ovarian Cancer Runs in Your Family - healthfinder.gov

Share this resource to help women talk with their doctors about their risk for breast or ovarian cancer.

10/28/2019

Make a Difference Day

On October 26th is "Make a Difference Day." Every year on that day, the community is brought together to make a difference. We, Health and Wellness Programs, want to know how you can make a difference! Comment away. :)

10/28/2019

The Physical Education and Recreation Department is very excited to invite you to join the FUN!

1) 5k Turkey Trot!

Register for the 5K Turkey Trot hosted by the PER 350 Event Planning Class. Proceeds go to scholarships for Camp Discovery.

Link: https://www.gallaudet.edu/office-of-development/2019-turkey-trot?fbclid=IwAR23HVLQU4fJ3w0guyt4RBV6-pVdUDK6upbYCgtC4Oz0Q1RdBeRjgCPEqQE

Any questions, please contact Dr. Curtis Clemens at [email protected]

2) Swimming Pool 🏊‍♀️

The Gallaudet Pool is open for YOU ALL.
Fall Semester Hours:
M-F: 630AM-10AM, 11AM-3PM, 7PM-9PM
Weekends: 12-4 PM

Click here for more information:
https://www.gallaudet.edu/department-of-physical-education-and-recreation/beyond-the-classroom/fall-2019-gallaudet-pool-hours-and-membership-fees?fbclid=IwAR0uJm900dZy3VQcx5yGoVoFjF2r-FjTSseT1tmfHm_YkLpYSNowiH6k40c

If you have any questions, then please contact Michael 'DB' Brecheen at [email protected]

3) Rock Climbing 🧗‍♂️

For information and group reservations contact [email protected] or [email protected]

Rock Gym Location (Field House - basement - racquetball court area):
Hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 6pm-8pm and Sundays 1-3pm
Current Students with Gallaudet ID: FREE

4) OPEN GYM - Badminton & Pickleball, see the flyer!

10/28/2019

Came out for Gallaudet Homecoming last Saturday October 26th to interact and educate the community. Had people from ALL ages coming up to ask questions, play games, and get freebies! Always fun to interact with you all and we look forward coming back next year! :)

10/28/2019

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH!!!

It’s on this Wednesday !!! Bring friends and invite more people and get educated about early detection!!!

Wednesday, October 3oth
Time: 11:00-1:30 p.m.
Location: JSAC G-Area

WE STAND AS ONE!!!

10/28/2019

National Prescription Take Back Day on Saturday October 26th was a success! Thank you for dropping off your old and unused prescription. Perfect way to get rid of it with no questions asked and no identification required. Next event will be on a Wednesday April 2020 and also accepting vaping devices/cartridges.

10/25/2019

Gallaudet | Café Bon Appétit

Want to know what the nutritional content is in the food from the cafeteria? Here are the steps for getting this information:
1.) https://gallaudet.cafebonappetit.com/
2.) select your dining location from the café drop down window
3.) select plaza dining hall ( I used plaza dining hall in this example)
4.) select meal period ( for this example I picked lunch) and click on the small white circle with a plus sign in it next to the "lunch" heading
5.) click on "additional lunch favorites" and scroll to view the proper portion size and the corresponding caloric counts
6.) click on "lunch condiments and extras" for more of the nutritional guidelines and corresponding caloric counts
7.) for more in depth details in each of these subheadings, click on the actual food item for more details. I have the pop up list for deli ham as an example, in the plaza dining hall copied and listed below

10/24/2019

Gallaudet now has a food pantry available for students who are struggling to get sufficient food. We provide basic food, some winter clothing, toiletries, school supplies and linens. If you have need or know a Gallaudet student who does, please come to Ely 103 or contact [email protected] for assistance. We also take donations of food, new toiletries and gently used winter coats.

10/24/2019

Coming to Gallaudet Homecoming this Saturday? Bring your old or unused prescription medications to be disposed safely!
Across the Field House before you enter the Homecoming fun! :)

10/24/2019

8 Ways to Keep Your Friends Safe During Homecoming

It's Homecoming Week! Have fun and stay safe!

When you celebrate safely, everyone wins!

10/18/2019

Come and see our booth with Caps Gallaudet and DAWN! October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Please come and wear people today to support DVAM!

10/17/2019

Russell Wilson and Ciara's TakeBack Day PSA (Closed Caption) 30 sec

Will have a site here on campus for the Homecoming 10am to 2pm so bring your RX drugs to be properly disposed before you go have fun! :)

DEA Take Back Day public service announcement reminding communities about the upcoming national prescription drug Take Back day on October 26, 2019. For more...

10/17/2019

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is October 26 | Get Smart About Drugs

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct 26, 2019 from 10am to 2pm. Will have a booth here at Gallaudet University so bring your prescriptions to be properly disposed!

Take-Back Day is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs.

10/16/2019

Position open at DAWN: The Crisis Counselor-DC provides direct mental health services to DeafDisabled, DeafBlind, Deaf, and
Hard-of-Hearing persons, without limitation to relationship status or identities, who are survivors and victims of
domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, human trafficking, and/or child abuse. This work is trauma-informed
and survivor-centered. This is an ideal position for individuals who are interested in helping others and making
contributions to their community.
Email [email protected] for detailed job description and more information.

10/15/2019

Next Pet Therapy day will be December 10 at SAC MPR. Dont miss out on these cuties!

10/14/2019

Yoga today! At LLRH6 co-lab. Come on down!!

10/11/2019

Coraline starting in 5 minutes at SAC 1011!!!

10/10/2019

Today is World Mental Health Day.
Come over to Field House and pick a pinwheel to write a positive message on it. Find a friend or stranger to share a 40 secs convo and give them the pinwheel so they can give to someone else. Return pinwheels to bison statue at 5p :)

#worldmentalhealthday
#40seconds
#neac
#gubison

10/10/2019

10/07/2019

Dog therapy happening now at LLRH6 co lab! Come interact with the cutie dogs! 😍

10/07/2019

It's Mid-Terms and we could all use a quick moment to destress.
Come join Bif, Doc, Reagan, London, Simon, Aslan, Digory, Lucy, and Crosby tonight in LLRH6 for pet therapy! 7:00-8:00

10/07/2019

Second Dogs Therapy Event from 7pm-8pm tonight!!! More dogs this time too! See you all at LLRH6 (:

10/07/2019

October 4, 2019

10/04/2019

THIS SUNDAY! Need to destress before midterm week? Come!

10/04/2019

Tonight! Come Get Moving with us! Fun, food and friends
Field House, 7-11pm
Student organizations are selling food, but all else is free

10/04/2019

Midterms are next week! 😱

Don’t let yourself get bogged down by your midterm stress. HWP is hosting events that include pet therapy, stress ball and slime making, a happiness booth, bracelet making, and finally, a showing of the movie Coraline.

Come Destress a little bit with us this week!

10/03/2019

Mayor Bowser

Diapers are now tax free in Washington, DC! :)

We are changing diapers. As of today, the #DiaperTax has been eliminated! Every cent adds up, and with this $4.5 million dollar investment, we are putting money back into the pockets of families. #FairShot

10/02/2019

Day of Play is here! Come join us in SAC alcove

10/01/2019

Cardboard Challenge

Tomorrow October 2, 2019 from 10am-2pm at SAC Alcove Day of Play! Come join us with your creativity. Bring and donate cardboard boxes if you have them! :)

09/30/2019

Friday Events!
Learn to be an effective bystander! RSVP required.
Get Moving - show up and have fun with us!

09/27/2019

Oktoberfest now until 8 pm, Ely Patio
1 block or $8 (pay in marketplace for tix)
Great food and fun

09/27/2019

Cardboard Challenge

https://youtu.be/T8sCvPZ28QI

09/26/2019

Health Risks of E-Cigarettes and Vaping

https://www.lung.org/stop-smoking/smoking-facts/impact-of-e-cigarettes-on-lung.html

While much remains to be determined about lasting health consequences, there’s evolving evidence about the health risks and impact of e-cigarettes on the lungs.

09/25/2019

Yoga Night!
"The best cure for the body is a quiet mind." - Napoleon Bonaparte
The Health and Wellness Programs will host a Yoga Night TOMORROW! Thursday, September 26th from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at Gallaudet Mall!
Also featuring: Joey "Vasu" Antonio!
Be sure to bring your own mat, blanket or towel!
We also recommend you to bring a friend to this event!
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09/23/2019

Yoga Night!
"The best cure for the body is a quiet mind." - Napoleon Bonaparte
The Health and Wellness Programs will host a Yoga Night this Thursday, September 26th from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at Gallaudet Mall!
Also featuring: Joey "Vasu" Antonio!
Be sure to bring your own mat, blanket or towel!
We recommend you to bring a friend to this event!
Share this post with your friends!

09/23/2019

Give the gift of life! Participate in the Health and Wellness Programs blood drive on Friday, Sept 27, 10-3. Appointments still available and walk-ins welcome!

09/19/2019

Gallaudet University Health and Wellness Programs

Gallaudet University Health and Wellness Programs

Have cardboard boxes, markers, or clear tape that you don't need? Drop them off at our office Ely 103! Accepting them all until October 2 for our Cardboard Challenge Day of Play. Thank you! :)

09/18/2019

Caine's Arcade

October 2nd Cardboard Challenge Day of Play inspired by this story! :)

I went to get my car fixed and met this 9 year old kid who built a cardboard arcade in his dad's auto shop: http://CainesArcade.com *UPDATES: THANK YOU every...

09/18/2019

Gallaudet University

President Cordano's Welcome Home Speech live! Come watch with us!

Watch the 2019 Welcome Home Address LIVE right now!

09/09/2019

Introducing our 2019-2020 intern, Zoie Haggarty, focusing her work on the food bank, alcohol and other drugs services

09/09/2019

CDC Says to Stop Vaping as Fifth Person Dies and Severe Lung Illness Cases Hit 450

Vaping or know anyone who does? Not as "safe" as you might think. Check this article out.

Federal health officials are urging people to stop vaping