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SUMMARY:*Deadline to Register for SKY Happiness Retreat (3 days) on Oct 24-26*
DESCRIPTION:The SKY Happiness Retreat is an internationally acclaimed life-skills program that helps participants develop a relaxed\, stress-free mind and an energetic\, healthy body. The retreat teaches tools such as evidence-based meditation\, yoga\, breathwork and self-exploration in a fun and an experiential format. Join us on campus for a detox-weekend! Scholarships Availaible for Rutgers Students. \n\nRecent study at Yale University found that SKY Happiness Retreat significantly reduces stress\, depression\, and has a long-lasting impact on mental health\, mindfulness\, positive emotion and social connectedness. A study by Harvard University found that participants of the SKY program developed better sleep quality & resiliency against anticipatory stress. \nSome Benefits\n– Learn powerful evidence-based meditation that brings clarity and calm\n– Understand sources of stress and the power of breath-work\n– Gain the ability to effectively manage stress\, energy and negative emotions\n– Experience tools to increase personal happiness!\n– Increase social connection\, enthusiasm\, and inspiration\n– Learn to deal with criticism and mistakes\n– Increase capacity and self-confidence\n– Develop greater equanimity \n\nThe SKY Happiness Retreat is for Rutgers University students\, staff\, and faculty\, with limited seats available. It is is being offered partially funded to all Rutgers students (if accepted to the program). Since limited funds are available\, please ONLY APPLY if you are ABLE TO ATTEND all 3 sessions fully.\n\nREGISTRATION DEADLINE:  OCTOBER 24\, 2025 @ 11:59pm\n\nDetails of the fee breakdown for SKY Happiness Retreat (Premium):\nUndergraduate\, Graduate\, and PhD students- $50 after funding (limited seats)\nPost-Doctorates and visiting scholar – $50 after partial funding\nStaff and Faculty- $50 after partial funding\nIf you have questions or concerns\, let us know by emailing us at [ruskyhappiness@gmail.com].
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/deadline-to-register-for-sky-happiness-retreat-3-days-on-oct-24-26/
LOCATION:Cook Student Center\, 59 Biel Rd.\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health,Physical/Movement
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTSTAMP:20260424T040234
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SUMMARY:NASM Certified Personal Trainer Course (6/3-7/3): Registration Ends 5/29/25
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week in-person learning course will teach all required components of the NASM-CPT exam in a learning-friendly environment. This class will meet twice weekly in person and will be taught by a Rutgers fitness professional. You will receive lecture PowerPoint slides\, assigned chapter readings\, quizzes\, and discussion questions to best support and guide the student for the NASM-CPT Exam. \nCLASS SCHEDULE: June 3rd – July 3rd (Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00-7:00pm) 10 in-person classes (6/3\, 6/5\, 6/10\, 6/12\, 6/17\, 6/19\, 6/24\, 6/26\, 7/1\, 7/3) \nLOCATION: Werblin Recreation Center Conference Room \nREGISTRATION ENDS ON 5/29/25!  To register\, or get more information\, visit:  https://go.rutgers.edu/nasmf24 \nCOST: $750.00 – $900.00
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/nasm-certified-personal-trainer-course-6-3-7-3-registration-ends-5-29-25/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Werblin Recreation Center (Busch Campus)\, 656 Bartholomew Rd\, Piscataway\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Physical/Movement
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTSTAMP:20260424T040234
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T144056Z
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SUMMARY:Rutgers Recreation - October Programs
DESCRIPTION:Join Rutgers Recreation this October for a month filled with movement\, wellness\, and community! From energizing fitness classes and self-defense workshops to outdoor adventures like hiking\, kayaking\, and rock climbing\, there’s something for everyone. Explore new programs\, challenge yourself with fun fitness events\, and connect with others through recreation and wellness opportunities. With ongoing options like intramural sports\, personal training\, and wellness services\, it’s the perfect time to get active and prioritize your health. Celebrate Exercise is Medicine® On Campus Month with us and discover how staying active can boost both body and mind! \nLearn more and register at go.rutgers.edu/l8vp917y
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/october-programs/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Multiple Rec Centers\, various\, New Brunswick\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environment/Nature,Physical/Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T040234
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SUMMARY:Rutgers Community Farmers Market - College Ave. (Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:The Rutgers Community Farmers Market team is excited to invite YOU to our on-campus farmers market! Managed by Rutgers students and staff\, we partner with local growers and vendors who sell fresh fruits & vegetables\, and artisanal products. ALL of our market locations accept food benefits such as SNAP/EBT\, WIC & WIC FMNP\, Senior FMNP\, and Good Food Bucks! Plus – your produce is half off if you use those benefits! \nThe College Ave. Farmers Market is open every Thursday\, except Oct 16th. Any changes to the market’s opening status due to weather or other reasons will be updated on our Instagram account as soon as possible.  \nStay up to date with Market Vendors & Programs: Follow our Instagram ( @rutgersfarmersmarket: https://www.instagram.com/rutgersfarmersmarket/ ) AND sign up for our newsletter: Whole week schedule: https://go.rutgers.edu/newslettercooks Cook’s Market: https://go.rutgers.edu/newslettercooks
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-community-farmers-market-college-ave/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:College Ave Student Center (CASC)\, 126 College Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T121500
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SUMMARY:Mini Meditation Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Feeling stressed? Need a short break during your day? Join us Thursdays in August (via zoom) at noon (8/7\, 8/14\, 8/28) for an ongoing mini meditation break.\nShort\, guided meditations (most will be 10 minutes or less).  s \n**NOTE:  Class will not be held on 8/21** \nhttps://rutgers.zoom.us/my/millotse?pwd=dEx1TmRURFprNGdGRWpTcm93ak04Zz09 \nSponsored by: \nUBHC – Rutgers University Behavior Health Care \nEAP – Employee Assistance Program (RBHS faculty and staff) \nSWP – Student Wellness Program (RBHS programs) \nSHS – Student Health Services (Student Counseling Services for New Jersey Medical School and School of Graduate Studies in Newark) \nQuestions? Contact Sarah Ben Younes-Millot: millotse@rutgers.edu
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/mini-meditation-thursdays-2-2-3/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
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SUMMARY:Art Studio @ Rutgers Health
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Thursdays in September and October to take a much-needed break from your studies and create some art! Introducing Art Studio @ Rutgers Health\, a FREE 7-week workshop led by a teaching artist. No art experience needed! \nAll sessions will be held in the Medical Sciences Building\, 185 South Orange Ave in Newark.  Times and locations vary by week. \n\n9/11:  Collage making. Grand Foyer\n9/18: Air-dry clay sculpture. Room B518-B544\n9/25: Graffiti/Bubble Text. Grand Foyer\n10/2: Zine workshop. Grand Foyer\n10/9: Mini pinata making. Room B518-B544\n10/16: Collaborative Body Drawing. Room B518-B544\n10/23: Narrative Comic Strips. Grand Foyer.\n\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/art-studio-rutgers-health-4/
LOCATION:New Jersey Medical School\, 185 South Orange Avenue\, Newark\, NJ\, 07103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art/Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Health":MAILTO:chancellor@rbhs.rutgers.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T040234
CREATED:20250930T193036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T193036Z
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SUMMARY:RU Connected Community Building Circles
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Community Building Circles – Empower Yourself and Connect! \nLooking to gain deeper self-awareness\, build meaningful connections\, and develop essential life skills? Our Community Building Circles offer a supportive space for students to share stories\, process experiences\, and enhance personal growth. Whether you’re navigating personal challenges\, academic stress\, or social dynamics\, this group is designed to help you thrive!\nExplore topics like anxiety\, relationships\, friendships\, self-care\, imposter syndrome\, identity\, grief/loss\, and more – all in a safe\, inclusive environment. Strengthen your confidence\, independence\, and sense of belonging while gaining valuable tools for life’s ups and downs. This is your chance to be part of a community that nurtures growth\, resilience\, and connection.\nReady to join? Refer yourself or a friend today and start your journey toward a more empowered and connected life! \nThursdays throughout the semester\, 1:00pm – 2:00pm @ CAPS.
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/ru-connected-community-building-circles/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:CAPS (Counseling\, Alcohol and Other Drug Assistance Program & Psychiatric Services)\, 17 Senior Street\, New Brunswick\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T040234
CREATED:20251010T174412Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Workshop Series (Drop In - 4 Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a transformational drop-in wellness workshop series designed to support your mental and emotional well-being. Each 60-minute session explores practical tools and strategies for navigating life’s challenges with greater clarity and self-compassion. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed\, stuck or simply seeking a deeper sense of balance\, this series offers a supportive space to reflect\, grow and reconnect with yourself. \n Come to one or join all! \n10/23:  Managing Imposter Syndrome and Cultivating Self-Compassion \n10/30: Emotion Regulation\, Stress Management\, and Cultivating Resilience \n11/6:  Time Management and Life Balance \n11/13:  Mindfulness Meditation \nLocation:  Busch Campus\, Engineering Building B205
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/wellness-workshop-series-drop-ins-4-thursdays/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Busch Campus\, Biomedical Engineering Building\, 599 Taylor Road\, Piscataway\, New Jersey\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T160000
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SUMMARY:Exercise is Medicine (EIMOC): Metabolic and Body Composition Assessment
DESCRIPTION:💪 Exercise is Medicine® On Campus: Metabolic & Body Composition Assessments \nCelebrate Exercise is Medicine® On Campus by tracking your fitness journey with InBody\, the leader in body composition technology! Assessments are just $5 and registration is required. Join us on Tuesday\, October 21 from 11 AM–1 PM at Werblin Rec Center OR Thursday\, October 23 from 2–4 PM at the College Avenue Gym. Gain personalized insight into your health and take your fitness to the next level. Learn more and register at go.rutgers.edu/eimoc25!
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/exercise-is-medicine-eimoc-metabolic-and-body-composition-assessment-2/
LOCATION:College Ave Gym\, 130 College Ave\, New Brunswick\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Physical/Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T040234
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SUMMARY:Thursdays in Motion: Grad Student Yoga and Pilates **PILATES TODAY**
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursdays in the Fall 2025 semester to take a pause from your busy week by relaxing your mind and body with your fellow graduate students. Starting 9/18 – 11/20\, we will be providing movement activities\, alternating between Yoga and Pilates. No registration needed. Mats and blocks are provided\, and all skill levels are welcome! \nYoga: 9/18\, 10/2\, 10/16\, 10/30\, 11/13 \nPilates: 9/25\, 10/9\, 10/23\, 11/6\, 11/20 \nEmail gradstudentlife@echo.rutgers.edu with any questions. \nGraduate Student Yoga is hosted by Rutgers Recreation and Office of Graduate Student Life.
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/thursdays-in-motion-grad-student-yoga-and-pilates-pilates-today/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Graduate Student Lounge\, 126 College Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Physical/Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T193000
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SUMMARY:Move with Meaning: A Wellness Experience
DESCRIPTION:Take a mindful pause this semester with Move with Meaning — a guided wellness experience blending mat Pilates\, journaling\, and real conversation led by Organizational Psychology doctoral candidate Victoria Valentin. \nThis month’s theme\, “Giving Yourself Grace\,” invites you to reflect on self-compassion\, balance\, and what it means to show up for yourself with kindness instead of pressure. \nWhat to Expect:\n– Gentle mat Pilates for all levels\n– Journaling and journal decorating\n– Free wellness giveaways\n– Healthy snacks and refreshments\n– Meaningful discussion around this month’s theme \nThursday\, October 23 | 7:30 – 8:50 PM | Cook/Douglass Recreation Center \nCome as you are: leave grounded\, inspired\, and reconnected.\nRegister here: Https://services.rec.rutgers.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=407bd943-4a75-43af-9e1c-6114ea109883 \n  \n🎧 Check out the Podcast!\nWe’ll have conversations inspired by this month’s episode. Listening beforehand is optional.\nYou can find it here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qCMLFDCB0oOaa6lBzw03c?si=2dm12968RjazF2pWlBfd5Q&nd=1&dlsi=6a1caf4899d942ac\n💡 Bonus tip: Spotify offers a student discount \nCome as you are: leave grounded\, inspired\, and reconnected.\nRegister here: Https://services.rec.rutgers.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=407bd943-4a75-43af-9e1c-6114ea109883 \n📸 @movewithmeaning.wellness
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/move-with-meaning-a-wellness-experience/
LOCATION:Cook/Douglass Recreation Center\, 50 Biel Rd\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health,Physical/Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T230000
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SUMMARY:Observe the night sky!
DESCRIPTION:Observe the night sky through a 20-inch optical telescope at the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory on Rutgers’ Busch Campus. \nPublic open viewing nights are scheduled for the second\, third and fourth Thursdays of each month\, weather permitting. Free admission! \nObserving will be canceled for that night if the skies are cloudy at the beginning of the observing session. Please check this web-site for the most up-to-date information. https://observatory.rutgers.edu/ \nNaked-eye visibility of satellites from the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory may be found at the Heavens-Above Main Page . \nMore details on location: The Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory is located in the dome on the roof of the Serin Physics Laboratories on the corner of Frelinghuysen Road and Allison Road on the Busch Campus of Rutgers\, the State University of New Jersey. Our address is 136 Frelinghuysen Road\, Piscataway\, NJ and directions to our building are available. The public can park in lot 53 (between the building and the street) or lot 53A (about one block east on the other side of Frelinghuysen Road)\, but should obtain an electronic permit beforehand. To obtain the permit\, follow this link. Rutgers faculty\, staff\, and students do not need to obtain an additional permit\, but should only park in lots allowed by their existing parking permits (in most cases\, this does NOT include lot 53). Enter the doors on the west end of the building (facing Allison Road) and take the stairs (left or right sides of the lobby) or the elevator (left side of the lobby) to the fourth floor.
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/observe-the-night-sky-2/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory\, 136 Frelinghuysen Road\, Piscataway\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health,Environment/Nature
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