Student Tribune
Spring Semester Wellness Information
SUNY institutions, including MCC, will not have spring breaks this
semester. In preparation for a 15 weeks straight semester, MCC faculty and
staff held a wellness roundtable to discuss the challenges such a schedule
poses. The group offered recommendations to proactively ensure a healthy
semester for students, faculty, and staff. Here are some of the ideas that were
presented:
- Workshops on wellness topics. various departments will be hosting
presentations throughout the semester. The first one is on relaxation:
- Zoom Sessions
- Play relaxing music before a presentation
- Use polling features to check in on class health and
well-being
- Bring in guest speakers to cover wellness topics: Student Services
staff will glady assist
- Add appropriate humor to relieve stress
- End sessions early to allow for down time
- Remind students of available campus services
- Encourage attendance at virtual wellness events
- Establish a daily routine that includes exercise and some form of
mindful relaxation for yourself
- Check in often with colleagues and students
- Involve students in solutions
- Complete a BIR or contact campus support sources when concerned
about a student
The lack of a break adds to the challenges of this pandemic period, but
through our collective efforts we can make a positive difference for the MCC
community. The Wellness Council, TCC, Counseling Center, Student Rights
and Responsibilities, Student Life and Leadership, Athletics, Health Services,
Residence Life, and several other departments will be collaborating throughout
the semester to provide programming and information via the Trib to ensure that
this spring is a healthy and productive semester. Thanks to all.
Delate, John
Student Services Office
01/27/2021