MENTAL WELLNESS CO-CHAIR Vincent Espenida

The Mental Wellness Commission continues to shift towards more active programming in-person events for this year. Here are some events our commission plans to hold this semester.

Plant Giveaway

The success of this event last semester has promoted our commission to increase the scale of our plant giveaway where students have the opportunity to take a plant home. We also share insightful research surrounding plants and their benefits on our mental health through environmental psychology.

Weekly Tea Event

This cozy event is a great way to destress, have a snack, and drink some tea with our commission every Thursday from 3-4 pm at the Wymilwood Lounge. Additionally, we plan to add variety by setting themes every week, such as a study session, movie hangout, and more.

Journaling Workshop

There are many benefits that journaling provides to our mental well-being. Our commission plans to have a workshop that gives students the resources needed to learn how to use a journal to improve overall wellbeing.

Ceramics Class

With the possibility of holding more in-person workshops, our commission plans to have a ceramics-making class at the Gardiner Museum where students can construct their own ceramic pieces as a creative and fun way to improve mental health.

As Mental Wellness Co-Chair, I will continue my efforts, alongside Julie, our Mental Wellness Commissioner, to organize and execute events focusing on mental wellness for the Victoria College community.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at mentalwellnesscochair@vusac.ca