september 2022 | Issue 41

Peabody Office of Student Engagement & Well-Being

A monthly newsletter with inspiration for self-care, engagement, and reflection

WORKING THE COMPASS

On Focus and "C'ing" Our Way

Meaghan E. Mundy (she/her), Assistant Dean | Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being with Jieyi Ding (she/her), Human Development Studies 2nd year student

It’s the beginning of the semester - a clean slate, a new start. Welcome to your new chapter!

What are you focusing on? What are your goals? Yes, the completion of your chosen path of study. That is a given; why you are here. But what else?

In the Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being (OSEW), we understand that each person has unique needs and are multi-faceted. We developed our holistic engagement compass to help our community members – students, faculty, and staff - think about the many areas that contribute to growth and development. These dimensions are not seen as rigid but as fluid with no hard lines between them.

Our goal is to meet you where you are and to provide opportunities that help you discern what your next right steps are. It might be taking a class outside of your program, attending an interfaith program, or going to a speaker sponsored by an office you have been interested in learning more about.

Because your voice is essential to who we are and helps shape everything our office does, over the last two semesters we have conducted focus groups and gathered students together to learn about your needs and sense of belonging.

We utilized our compass as a foundation and asked students: How do you interact with each dimension of the holistic engagement compass? How might you like to? We encouraged students to reflect on their experiences not only on campus but in other areas of their lives too. We want to better understand what needs exist and where there might be gaps. Then, we hope to co-create with you the spaces, places, and opportunities to help you grow.

What we have gleaned from our focus groups so far falls into three broad areas:

Care: Students want to be cared about as individuals. Enhanced support for international students, students of color, and disabled students were identified in the focus groups.
Connection: Students desire close interactions with professors. They also hope for connections across departments at Peabody and across different schools at Vanderbilt. What is more, connection with the Nashville community as something complementary to class learning or through event participation was voiced in discussions.
Communication: Students want their voices to be heard. They want clear and consistent communication. They also want to know through different channels about specific information regarding all the exciting events happening!

Three C’s: Care, Connection, and Communication. These three C’s align with the three C’s our office was created to foster ten years ago: Community-Building, Care, and Compassion. These many C’s are what we focus on and work to co-create with you and our many campus partners so that you can thrive here at Peabody. So that you can clearly “C”/see your way.

What we know at Peabody is that it will take all of you to show up and to truly excel. Not just in the classroom but also in connecting your learning to who you are, what you are curious about, and how you hope to contribute to the world. A world that needs your brilliance and your focus and your gifts now more than ever.

Yuval Noah Harari says, “In a world deluged by irrelevant information, clarity is power.” Perhaps that is the secret, final C. Clarity. Because we all can attest to how much irrelevant information we are bombarded with or even choose to take in on a daily basis. What would it look like to have clarity? What would you need to say yes to? Say no to? What areas of your life need your attention or focus so that you can better discern who you are and who you are becoming?

Download our compass. Begin your own mini focus group with an n of 1. Write down where you are fulfilled or connected in each dimension or where you might need more filling or connection. Then, listen to the data. Focus in. Take a single next step or action toward something that is speaking to you. Or within a dimension you know spending more (or less) time in would be of benefit. Here are some ideas:

Physical – go for a walk on a greenway; join an intramural club; shop at a local farmer’s market.
Community building – join a student organization or meet someone new through Common Grounds coffee/tea pairing.
Cultural - Narrative Circles is a way to be in community with others and share your multi-storied self and feel seen in an inclusive and welcoming space.
Emotional - Peabody Connects is an informal check-in on Thursdays, 12:15-1 p.m. beginning in September. Bring your lunch, reflect on how your week is going, be in community with others
Occupational - Consider what transferable skills you are learning at a job, in a lab, or in your classes that you can apply to your future career. Meet with a career coach to help connect the dots
Intellectual - We know your classes are expanding your mind in many new ways. Consider how you might connect what you are learning to experiences or interests outside the classroom. Is there a research or service opportunity that might deepen your understanding of the course content? What co-curricular programs would enhance your learning in the classroom? Check email regularly for Events@Peabody and InnerVU to be in the know!
Spiritual - Explore the Center for Spiritual and Religious Life’s programming. Maybe attend one of their interfaith dialogue dinners. Interesting conversation + dinner + meeting new people = Win.Win.Win.

Not sure where to begin? Come see/”C” us! Our focus is you and your holistic development and well-being. Our doors are always open (9-4 p.m., Monday-Friday); email inboxes are wide open 24/7 too!

STUDENT VOICES

Isaac Rosenthal

Our featured student, Isaac Rosenthal (he/him/his), is a second-year Human Development Counseling master's student. Isaac is serving as the president of Peabody Professional and Graduate Student Association this year. PPGSA is for all graduate students (M.Ed., MPP, Ed.D.,Ph.D.) at Peabody College and is a space for community-building, advocacy, and student voice.

Where do you call home? Feel most at home?

My home is Los Angeles, California since that's where my family is. Having some access to nature is important for me feeling at peace, but home isn't based on a location. For me, people are what make me feel at home. The sense of belonging or comfort I get from my support network is the secret ingredient 🙂

What do you want to be when you “grow up”?

I would love to be a therapist when I grow up! I'm definitely still working out the finer details, but I resonate with being a source of acknowledgement for others. I might go into a bit of counselor-speak, but the concept of non-judgmental presence is a powerful tool that I think will play a large role in my future.

What is the name of this chapter in your life?

How about "101 Attempts to Growing with Resistance." That could probably be a book title, but it certainly reflects my life since moving to Nashville. I have a lot to learn and often feel like I could be doing more... being more productive, and so on, but I also recognize how much I have been learning and implementing too. The chapter has only just begun!

Favorite “find” in Nashville so far?

Oooh so many choices. . .The Cumberland River Greenway & Cornelia Fort Airpark! Sometimes you just need to separate from the city, and I think both of these spots are unique in how they offer such a sense of wide-open space (but aren't way out of the city either). I find it beautiful and calming . . . also the airpark is the best spot I've found for skating in the city!!

Something special you brought with you to Nashville?

A framed piece of paper. On my last day working at a rehab center, all the staff and residents went around one by one and offered a word that they thought either described me or was an idea they wanted me to have. One of the residents transcribed it for me. It was our ceremony whenever someone left, and today it hangs in my room.

A contribution you hope to make through PPGSA this year?

When this school year is over Peabody students will say, "Yes, I did have a sense of community this year. I felt it."

To learn more about Peabody Professional and Graduate Student Association (PPGSA) and how you can get involved, feel free to reach out to Isaac for more information.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Hot Days . . . Cool Treats!

Whether you are a Nashville native, a long-time transplant, or new to town, sometiimes the only solace for the heat and humidity through these dog days of summer is a cool treat. We wanted to share a few favorites around town. We'd like to think there's something for everyone! And if we've missed a favorite spot, please let us know and we will share reader recommendations on our Instagram!

KoKo's Ice Cream - Plant-based and dairy-free, creamy, and delicious. It is located less than a 10 minute drive from campus. In One City Center on Charlotte, take in a sand volleyball game while you're there. It's a great outdoor venue!

Avo - Right across from KoKo's, this vegan/plant-based restaurant is a favorite among foodies around town. It is also known for its fabulous cocktails - if you've never had an avocado margarita (with or without alcohol), it is refreshing and delicious! And if you go for the margarita, you'll have to get an order of their kimchi spring rolls . . .

Jeni's Splendid Icecreams - I get stuck on the salty caramel flavor almost every time. And the waffle cone. Even though they let you taste any of the flavors . . . you can't go wrong because they are all good. With dairy-free options too and locations in Hillsboro Village, East Nashville, and 12South, Jeni's is easy to find and even easier to love.

The Baked Bear - Custom icecream sandwiches within walking distance of campus? Yes please! The Baked Bear has over a dozen original-recipe cookies and ice cream flavors, giving guests a chance to mix and match to find their favorite combination.

Bobbie's Dairy Dip - A Nashville tradition since 1951, it is delicious soft-serve icecream at its finest. They dip the cones in chocolate or butterscotch that hardens too. The also have great burgers and shakes. Worth the fieldtrip for sure! Bobbie's is on Charlotte Pike about a 10 minute drive from campus.

Padrino's Pops - Paletas (Mexican popsicles) handmade and locally sourced with flavors like nutella, oreo, mango, and margarita, to name a few! Avaiable at locations around town, we have been known to share these on hot days from the portico of Peabody Administration Building. Stay tuned!

HEALTHY MOVES

Intramurals, Anyone?

Located just a few blocks from the Peabody campus, the David Williams Campus Recreation and Wellness Center offers a variety of activities and team sports to play no matter what your level of experience. It's a great way to meet new people across campus too. And provides some balance to all the studying you are likely doing!

The Rec Center has several other ways to stay active and enhance your well-being. Check out their offerings here. There are outdoor adventures, group fitness classes, nutrition programming, swimming, and more. And your membership to the Rec Center is included in your student services fee. We hope you will take advantage of all the wonderful opportunities to help you stay balanced and well throughout the semester!

Learn more about intramurals and the many offerings at the Rec Center here.

GOOD READS

Making Black Girls Count in Math Education:

A Black Feminist Vision for Transformative Teaching

Making Black Girls Count in Math Education by Nicole M.Joseph, associate professor of mathematics education in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Peabody College, explores the experiences of Black girls and women in mathematics from preschool to graduate school, deftly probing race and gender inequity in STEM fields.

In her focused assessment of the intersectional challenges facing this marginalized group, Joseph offers a critical view of the existing mathematics education research, practice, and policies that have neglected Black girls and women; confronts the problematic history of mathematics education policy; and considers imbalances in the current teacher workforce in US mathematics programs. She then provides practical, actionable suggestions for reform. Learn more here.

EDI VOICES AT THE TABLE

Your voice matters!

As the semester starts, the Peabody Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion hopes that all of our students, faculty, and staff can find a sense of community here at Peabody. We also want to share information about all the other amazing affinity spaces across Vanderbilt that you can check out. We would love to connect you with these rich resources and our partners on campus and across Nashville.

On-campus affinity spaces:

Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center
The mission of the Black Cultural Center (BCC) is to enhance the collegiate experience of African and African American students by providing effective programming addressing the academic, cultural, and social needs of each student.

Center for Spiritual and Religious Life
The Center for Spiritual and Religious Life nurtures a community of communities where students, faculty, and staff are invited to experience hospitality, to engage in discovery, and to practice generosity.

English Language Center (ELC)
ELC supports the university’s internationalization, diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts through engaging English for Academic and Professional language instruction and targeted resources for international students, faculty, staff, and scholars who use English as an additional language.

International Student & Scholar Services
International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) fosters the education and development of non-immigrant students and scholars to enable them to achieve their academic and professional goals and objectives. ISSS provides advice, counseling, and advocacy regarding immigration, cross-cultural, and personal matters. ISSS supports an environment conducive to international education and intercultural awareness via educational, social, and cross cultural programs.

Margaret Cuninggim Women's Center
Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center has been an affirming space for all members of the Vanderbilt community that acknowledges and actively resists sexism, racism, homophobia, and all forms of oppression while advocating for positive social change.

They provide workshops on feminism, salary negotiation, parenting, sex ed, etc. Free external and internal condoms, personal lubricant, dental dams, menstrual products, and pregnancy tests are all located in the fishbowl in their lobby well as in the first-floor restroom.

Office of LGBTQI Life at Vanderbilt
LGBTQI Life, located within the physical structure of the K.C. Potter Center, is a cultural center and a place of affirmation for individuals of all identities, and a resource for information and support about gender and sexuality. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are encouraged to stop by during their office hours.

Student Center for Social Justice & Identity
The mission of the SCSJI is to foster an environment of inclusion and multiculturalism by increasing students and student organizations’ development around intercultural competence and social justice as well as promote co-curricular programming that celebrates and recognizes the various cultures of the Vanderbilt student body. Check out their signature program iDialogues - the application of iDialogue is currently open!

Inclusive Connector
You can also sign up for the university-wide equity, diversity, and inclusion newsletter - The Inclusive Connector - to stay informed on news, events, and happenings related to equity, diversity and inclusion around campus.

For more information about the Peabody Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, please stop by the Peabody Administration Building 216 Suite, email us, or set up a time to have a Coffee Chat with Hasina. And don’t forget to follow us on social media! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

RESOURCES

JP Cafe Fall Hours

JP Cafe - located on the garden level of 6 Magnolia - is open Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and on Fridays, 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. New this year: customers can order ahead online for pickup or delivery through Doordash by searching Classic Café Nashville: Magnolia Drive. JP Cafe has an expanded menu featuring new items like Sriracha Chicken and Bacon Flatbreads, Vegetarian Cheesesteaks, and Tiramisu Lattes. They will also be featuring specials each week like Cubanos Sandwiches and seasonal coffee drinks like Cinnamony Lattes and Hazelnutty Mochas. It's a great place to meet a friend or colleague, study, or recharge!

Meditation and Prayer Room in 6 Magnolia

Room 011 in 6 Magnolia is open to the entire Peabody community for meditation and prayer. We invite you to take some time out of your busy schedule to simply sit in the stillness and breathe deeply - feel free to pray and meditate too! Please make the space what you need it to be and be mindful of others who might be using the space too.

Headspace App

Vanderbilt has arranged for students to have free acces to Headspace – an award-winning, research-backed digital tool for mindful living with over 1,200+ hours of themed meditations, sleep content, mindful movement exercises, and focus music. With over 75+ research collaborations and 26 published studies as the mindfulness digital intervention of choice, Headspace has been shown to reduce stress, improve focus, increase resilience and happiness. Enroll in Vanderbilt’s program here. Watch this short Headspace video to learn more!

University Counseling Center (UCC) Resources

The UCC, part of the Student Care Network, offers in-person individual counseling, group therapy, and workshops. The University Counseling Center (UCC) is available to all full-time Vanderbilt students. To learn more about eligibility and UCC services, please visit their website.

Groups and workshops are also available for many affinity groups and as safe spaces for students with diverse needs. If support from like-minded students feels like something that would be helpful to you, we encourage you to check out the many wonderful options!

Need help immediately? Find the UCC's crisis resources here.

Student of Concern Form

Faculty, staff, fellow students, community members, and family members can report concerns pertaining to the personal, physical, or emotional well-being of a student using the Student of Concern Form. Forms can be submitted anonymously and help students get the support and resources they need.

Support for Faculty and Staff

If you are a faculty or staff member in need of mental health resources or support, please contact the Employee Assistance Program at Work-Life Connections. The Employee Assistance Program can provide support and resources related to a variety of issues (stress, emotional health, relationships, family, financial, alcohol, drug, and other personal concerns).

The University Staff Advisory Council is a wonderful resource that represents 90 elected individuals, who in turn represent more than 4,000 full- and part-time exempt and non-exempt Vanderbilt University staff members. USAC is an advisory group to administration and staff on issues, policies and practices that affect the university and those served by the council. Feel free to use provide feedback or ask questions through this anonymous form. General body meetings are open and any staff member can attend on the second Tuesday of each month, 8:30-10 a.m. We hope to see you there!

If you are interested in a faculty/staff affinity group, many options are available. For questions or more information, please reach out to eag@vanderbilt.edu in the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Campus Safety Resources

VandySafe App
The app is administered by Vanderbilt University Public Safety, and allows users to contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat, trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD, initiate a “Virtual Walkhome” where VUPD can monitor your walk home and much more.

VandyRide
We encourage everyone traveling to and from our locations in the evenings to consider using the VandyRide service, which operates from 6:00pm until 3:00am daily. Via the VandyRide interactive map and associated DoubleMap app, VandyRide’s location along its route is now viewable on your computer or mobile phone, and you can even set up text message alerts to let you know when a Van will be arriving to your stop.

Walking Escorts

All traveling to and from our locations can request a walking escort, at any time, by calling the VUPS Communications Center at (615) 322-2745. Learn about more campus safety resources
here.

Upcoming Programs & Events

OFFICE HOURS - STUDENT ENGAGEMENT & WELL-BEING (OSEW) AND EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION (EDI)

Both OSEW and EDI are located in the Peabody Administration Building, suite 216. We are open from 9am-4pm. We are also available by appointment. Reach out to us at PeabodyOSE@vanderbilt.edu or EDI-Peabody@vanderbilt.edu.

REBOOT YOUR MIND WITH BREATH: SKY CAMPUS HAPPINESS
September 1 | 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. | Location TBD

Experiencing stress is just a part of being human — we’ll all feel stressed at some point. But we have some control over how we respond to it. The easiest way to calm down in stressful situations is by changing our breathing pattern.
In the session, we will explore how we can use breathwork and meditation to reboot our mind and be more productive and resilient. Sponsored by the Peabody student organization, Sky Campus Happiness. Pizza will be provided! RSVP here.

PLASA INTEREST MEETING
September 8 | 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. | Mayborn 117

Come learn more about Peabody Latinx Alumni and Student Association (PLASA) at the interest and informational meeting! During the meeting, the executive board members will introduce themselves and share the mission of the organization along with any upcoming events. PLASA welcomes all individuals of various backgrounds, and serves to uplift and unite the Latinx community across Vanderbilt's campus. Open to all Peabody graduate and professional students. Candy will be provided!

RANDOM ACTS OF KINDESS AT PEABODY
September 9 | 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. | PAB Front Steps

Drop by the Peabody Administration Building front steps for a snack and an act of kindness for you or for you to share with others!

COMMON GROUNDS COFFEE/TEA PAIRING
September 9 | In-person and online

Common Grounds provides the Peabody community with the opportunity to connect with new people through random pairings throughout the semester (no worries if you get busy, you can stop at any time!). Last academic year, over 300 students, staff, and faculty participated and built new relationships across campus. We hope you'll join us! Make a new connection at Peabody in three easy steps:

1. Sign up by September 9th.
2. Receive a random partner via email by September 12th.
3. Coordinate a convenient time, date, and location to meet your partner for a 15, 30, or 60-minute coffee or tea chat (virtual or in-person).

Sign up here. We would love to hear about your new connections so if you feel like snapping and sharing a picture, share with us via email or on Instagram @PeabodyOSEW.

APIDA x PCSO PRESENT MID-AUTUMN MOONCAKE MAKING
September 11 | 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Demo Kitchen, Student Rec Center

Come join us in our second annual mooncake-making event to celebrate the Mid-Autumn festival. You will get the opportunity to make two mooncakes to take home as well as complete some fun cultural activities. The event will be capped at the first 40 participants so make sure you RSVP! Open to all Peabody professional and graduate students.

MEDITATION MONDAY
Every Monday beginning September 12 | 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. | Center for Student Wellbeing Meditation Room or Zoom link here.

Begin your week with a 20-minute meditation session, a partnership between the Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and the Center for Student Wellbeing. This event is held both in-person and virtually.

ROLE & SOUL ALIGNMENT: WHAT IS IT & HOW DO I GET THERE?
September 15 | 12-1 p.m. | Zoom link here

Join Meaghan Mundy, assistant dean of Peabody's Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and senior lecturer in the Human and Organizational Development department, as she leads a conversation about how aligning our roles in our lives (student, teacher, researcher, supervisor, employee, family member, parent) with our purpose and inner-knowing can lead to greater authenticity and fulfillment. Meaghan is a certified CliftonStrengths coach and is currently participating in the Center for Courage and Renewal’s facilitator preparation program. This program is part of the Margaret Cuninggim Women's Center's Work-Life Balance workshop series.

PEABODY PROFESSIONAL & GRADUATE STUDENT SOCIAL
September 15 | 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. | Cohen Memorial Hall and Art Gallery

Please join us for a Peabody social! A monthly space for Peabody to come together across departments and offices, we invite all graduate and professional students, faculty, and staff to join us for some light appetizers and beverages. The Art Gallery will be open for viewing. We hope to see you there!

Co-Sponsored by Peabody Professional and Graduate Student Association, Cohen Memorial Hall and Art Gallery, and Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being.

BANNED BOOKS INITIATIVE - RECEPTION FOR EDUCATORS
September 19 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Mayborn 117

K-12 educators and students, faculty, and staff are invited to learn more about our upcoming community-wide initiatives to support the teaching and reading of banned books. This space provides an opportunity to network and meet with others who are interested in navigating these challenges to make banned books more accessible to students, teachers and community members. Attendees will also be entered for the chance to win a banned book! Sponsored by Peabody Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. RSVP here.

BANNED BOOKS INITIATIVE - PANEL DISCUSSION
September 21 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Central Library Community Room

Recent policies and legislation across the US have made the reading and teaching of banned books even more difficult in K-12 classrooms and libraries. To learn more about the impact of these practices on students and communities, please join the Peabody Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for a panel discussion with:

Emily Pendergrass, Associate Professor of the Practice of Literacy Education
Matthew Shaw, Assistant Professor of Law & Assistant Professor of Public Policy & Education
Brianna Newhouse, Current VU Student & Future Teacher

RSVP here.

NARRATIVE CIRCLES FOR GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS
Wednesdays beginning September 21* | 7:15 - 9:00 p.m. | Peabody Administration Building, room104

Sponsored by Peabody Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Narrative Circles approach is intended to create a shared exploration where each individual's multi-storied self is affirmed. For Peabody professional and graduate students, a welcoming and safe space is created for affirmation and connection across lines of difference so that we learn to take a values-based approach to how we exist and interact with each other. The workshops also provide an opportunity for professional development and anyone participating in 3 or more sessions will receive a certificate. Dinner provided. RSVP here.

* Dates: 9/21; 10/5; 10/19; 11/2; 11/16

PEABODY CONNECTS
Every other Thursday Starting September 22 | 12:15 - 1:00 p.m. | 6 Magnolia 019

Peabody Connects is a welcoming and reflective space for students to make connections with others and to feel supported on your Peabody journey. If you are looking for community, this is the space for you! Beverages and light snacks provided. Feel free to bring your lunch too! Questions? Please reach out to us.

HIGHER EDUCATION AND LATINX INDIVIDUALS: JOURNEY TO (NO)WHERE?
September 22 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Mayborn 117

Join PLASA to learn more about the barriers that often prevent Latinx and other marginalized students from attaining a higher education. The following topics may be discussed: the school-to-prison pipeline, the percentage of Latinx individuals with a master's degree, and the retention of Latinx students in higher education. Co-sponsored by Peabody Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

YOGA ON THE LAWN
September 23 | 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Mayborn Lawn

Join a beginner flow & stretch sequence led by Maddy Kelly, 2nd-year Community, Development, & Action master's student. Grab a towel or yoga mat and join us on the Mayborn Lawn*. Breakfast provided! RSVP here.

*In case of inclement weather, we will communicate an indoor location.

ALUMNI PATH DIALOGUE WITH SHAN FOSTER AND BARBARA BELL
September 28 | 7:15 - 8:30 p.m. | Mayborn 117

Come hear from two amazing Peabody alums: Shan Foster (B.S. '08) and Barbara Bell (Ed.D. '18) as they share about their recently published books - What Hurt Didn't Hinder (Foster) and Flight Lessons: Navigating Through Life's Turbulence and Learning to Fly High (Bell) - and how their paths to and from Peabody have shaped who they are and who they continue to become. Defined by Purpose, Authenticity, Transformation, and Head/Heart (PATH). come be in dialogue with our distinguished speakers and other students, faculty, and staff. Dinner provided. Registration required.

FACULTY/STAFF CIRCLES OF TRUST
September 28 | 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. | Peabody Library Fireside Reading Room

This program, based on The Center for Courage and Renewal’s Circle of Trust approach, provides a foundation for courageous conversations that afford faculty and staff the opportunity to be more effective and authentic educators, colleagues, and individuals. Spaces are created for reflection, deep listening, and meaningful conversations where you learn to trust your own wisdom and align your inner life with your outer work in the world. RSVP here.

UNIVERSITY COUNSELING CENTER (UCC) DROP-IN CONSULTATION FOR INTERNATIONAL AND APIDA-IDENTIFYING STUDENTS
Every Tuesday | 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Peabody Administration Building, Heritage Room 218B

UCC Drop-In Consultation provides easy access to informal, confidential, and free consultations with University Counseling Center counselors. These consultations are helpful for students who:

1) are not sure about counseling and wonder what it’s like to talk with a counselor,

2) may not be interested in ongoing therapy but would like the perspective of a counselor,

3) have a specific problem and would like to talk it through with a counselor,

4) have a concern about a friend and want some thoughts about what to do.

Students who are experiencing an immediate mental health emergency are encouraged to attend UCC Urgent Care. For any questions about UCC Drop-In Consultation, please call 615-322-2571.

* UCC Drop-In Consultation hours at Peabody are specifically for APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) identifying students and/or international students

STUDENT CARE COORDINATION DROP-IN CONSULTATION FOR ALL INTERESTED STUDENTS
Every Thursday | 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Peabody Administration Building, Heritage Room 218B

Student Care Coordination Drop-in meetings are offered so that students can meet quickly with a care coordinator to discuss any immediate needs, including but not limited to:

Planning for a successful semester
Identifying and connecting with resources for support on or off-campus
Discussing academic options, taking a Medical Leave of Absence (MLOA), and/or assistance with communicating with faculty/Dean’s office

Connecting with drop-in care coordination meetings are not therapy or counseling, but can help you get connected to counseling on or off-campus if that is what is needed!

Silver Linings

What beauty are you noticing? We invite you to both take in and share something that has caught your attention, caused you to pause, or put a smile on your face. We need more of this in our full and sometimes messy, lovely lives! Please feel free to share a photo for inclusion in our next Well@Peabody newsletter, tag our office on Instagram with the hashtag #PeabodySilverLining or email us. Happy snapping!