UC Irvine’s second annual Happiness Week, a campus-wide celebration dedicated to enhancing well-being and resilience during the inevitable stress of the last week of the winter quarter, kicks off a weeklong series of engaging activities and initiatives designed to elevate your spirits, reduce stress and foster a sense of community.
Led by the Division of Undergraduate Education and joined by almost 400 social ecology students taking Professor Sarah Pressman's Positive Psychology class (as well as about a dozen campus units), Happiness Week, which runs today through Friday, offers a diverse range of events to help you thrive academically and personally.
Here is what is scheduled today:
9am-4pm: Stress Relief through Coloring and Games: Coloring books and games are set up in the study lounge at Undergraduate/Undeclared Advising's UEA 106 all week, so students can come by, play and de-stress.
10am-2pm: Fuel for Finals: UCI Basic Needs Center provides instant ramen bowls for students to take at Aldrich Ring Table 29 (between the Cross Cultural Center and Student Center). Each ramen bowl will come with a note of affirmations for the finals season and some quick “dress up your ramen” tips (e.g. add protein, veggies, etc. for a more well-rounded meal).
12pm: Mindful Meditation: All UCI students who register for the event can attend at the Veteran Services Center, Student Center Building, Room G306. Mindfulness has been scientifically proven to help us cope with life’s stressors. Some of the benefits include anxiety reduction, enhanced sleep, improved mood and increased ability to focus. No previous experience necessary and good for beginners. Each participant will receive an essential oil roller!
With a focus on positive psychology and well-being, Happiness Week is your opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with others in a fun and meaningful way. Join us and discover the joy of happiness at UCI. Follow the "Full Schedule" link to learn about all the events happening through Friday, March 14.
