The Student Well-Being Committee curates the resources included on this webpage, highlighting campus and local resources. However, the resources are not exhaustive. If you would like a resource to be added, let us know.
We invite you to explore the resources here and share ideas of wellness activities that may inspire others in the School of Pharmacy to flourish! Keep in mind that wellness resources don’t always fit neatly into a single dimension – what supports your physical wellness may also nourish your emotional or social wellbeing. We encourage you to explore the areas below to find what resonates most with you.
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Emotional Wellness | Environmental Wellness | Financial Wellness | Intellectual Wellness
Occupational Wellness | Physical Wellness | Social Wellness | Spiritual Wellness | Emergencies
Emotional Wellness
Coping effectively with life, managing stress, and expressing emotions in a healthy, positive manner.
University Resources
- SHIP
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for UW-Madison students.
- UHS Mental Health Services
- Confidential, no-cost care for UW-Madison students. Includes individual counseling, group counseling, and psychiatric services.
- Let’s Talk
- No-cost, informal, drop-in consultations on campus and virtually (available first come, first served).
- Thrive Online
- Practical tools and strategies to help students build resilience, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and thrive personally and academically.
- Wellness Services
- Meditation, mindfulness, and other services.
- Survivor Services
- Free, confidential support services for UW–Madison student survivors of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, and/or stalking.
- UHS Care Managers
- Provide support while you set up mental health care with a community provider, including help with understanding your insurance plan or finding insurance or low-cost treatment options.
SOP Students can receive free psychotherapy services through the Psychology Research and Training Clinic (PRTC)
Local Resources
- MiResource
- A searchable database of community mental health providers for UW-Madison students, to find a provider.
- UWill
- Immediate teletherapy appointments and crisis conversations + wellness programming available to students.
- Behavioral Health Resource Center
- Helps Dane County residents find counseling, psychiatry, behavioral health case management, and peer services resources.
University Resources
- UHS 24-hour Crisis Service: 608-265-5600, Option 9
- Speak with an on-call counselor. Or if a situation is immediately life threatening, call 911.
- Office of Student Assistance and Support (OSAS)
- Helps students navigate personal, academic, or health issues.
Offers referral forms for academic complaints; harassment, discrimination, and bias concerns; and sexual assault, stalking, dating/domestic violence. - UW Police Department
- Full-service law enforcement agency on campus. Learn how to stay safe on campus, in the surrounding community, and in real world situations.
- UHS Survivor Services
- Free, confidential support services for UW–Madison student survivors of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, and/or stalking.
- PAVE UW-Madison
- A student advocacy group dedicated to ending sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking through education and activism.
Local & National Resources
- Journey Mental Health Center: 608-280-2600
- A 24/7 crisis line for immediate mental health crisis support.
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Call or text “988” to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Veterans can press “1” to connect directly to the Veterans Crisis Lifeline.
- RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center
- Crisis intervention services to survivors of all forms of sexual violence. RCC has a UW-Madison campus location.
- DAIS
- Resources to ensure the safety and well-being of domestic violence victims and their families through phone and text help lines.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline
- A 24/7, 365 days/year hotline providing tools and support to survivors of domestic violence.
- RAINN’s National Domestic Violence Hotline
- Provides victim service programs help survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones with support and resources.
University Resources
- Badger Recovery (UHS)
- Support and connection for students in recovery from substance use, disordered eating, or addictive behaviors.
- Prevention and Campus Health Initiatives (UHS)
- Resources related to alcohol, tobacco, and other drug prevention and recovery support.
Local & National Resources
- Wisconsin Pharmacy Recovery Network (WPRN) – (offered through Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin)
- A voluntary program intended to support pharmacists, pharmacy students, and pharmacy technicians as they enter and maintain recovery from substance use disorders.
- Safe Communities
- Drug harm reduction and recovery and peer support services.
- SAMHSA National Helpline
- Free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
Environmental Wellness
Occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being, such as safe housing and clean surroundings.
- Thrive Outside
- A resource from UHS showcasing tips for incorporating nature into your daily life.
- Outdoor UW
- Offers a variety of outdoor activities suitable for all interests and skill levels. Wisconsin Hoofers provides instruction in mountaineering, outing, horse back riding, sailing, and more.
- Madison Bike Paths
- Biking is often the quickest and most efficient mode of travel for trips of five miles or less.
- UW-Madison Arboretum
- An ecological research, restoration, and educational facility, the Arboretum maintains more than 17 miles of trails through restored prairies, savannas, woodlands, and wetlands.
- Allen Centennial Garden
- A free public botanical garden and “living laboratory” managed by the UW’s Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences
- Walking / Running / Biking Trails
- Find maps and info about more than 55 trails covering 533 miles around the Madison area.
- Relaxing Spaces on Campus
- Discover relaxing spaces on campus.
- Wisconsin Union
- UW-Madison has two main student unions – Memorial Union and Union South.
- Iconic Sites on Campus
- Find interesting sites on campus to explore.
- Downtown Madison
- Shop, dine, play, visit, live, and attend events in downtown Madison.
- Destination Madison
- Madison, Wisconsin’s tourism webpage.
- University Housing
- Information about UW Housing, including options for graduate students and families.
- Off-Campus Housing Services
- A comprehensive list of off-campus housing options near campus.
- Tenant Resource Center
- A nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to promoting positive relations between rental housing consumers (tenants) and providers (landlords) throughout Wisconsin.
- Office of Child Care and Family Resources
- Resources for finding high-quality child care, classes & family events, and child care tuition assistance for parenting students.
- Campus Lactation Space Map
- Find spaces across campus for nursing and pumping.
Financial Wellness
Satisfaction with current and future financial situations, including managing resources to live within means.
- Office of Student Financial Aid
- Helping students navigate the financial aid process at UW-Madison.
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- The annual application for federal, state, and institutional financial aid.
- Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH)
- Visit WiSH to research and explore SOP and campus scholarship opportunities.
- Funding for International Students
- Funding resources and information for international students.
- Crisis Loans and Grants
- Short term crisis loans and grants are available through the Office of Student Assistance and Support.
- Emergency financial support
- Students facing current emergency circumstances that are preventing them from meeting immediate and essential expenses can explore options through the Office of Student Financial Aid.
- Basic Needs Student Support
- This site lists various food, health, housing, clothing, internet and technology, child and family care, and student employment resources available both on campus and in the local community. Use the Basic Needs Request form to request support in meeting daily needs.
- Office of Student Assistance and Support
- Resources related to food access, housing and financial support, emergency services (mental health crisis and safety issues), and more.
- Law For Learners
- Free, confidential legal help for students across Wisconsin.
Intellectual Wellness
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge, skills, and mental stimulation.
- Wheelhouse Studios
- An open art studio in Union South offering art classes and workshops.
- Chazen Museum of Art
- Home to the second-largest collection of art in Wisconsin.
- University Theatre
- Producing wing for the Department of Theater and Drama.
- Campus Concerts and Events
- Year-round events hosted by the Mead Witter School of Music
- Learning Support Canvas page
- Online resources for PharmD students. Helpful resources relating to academic skills, learning and note-taking; time management and organization; and studying skills + exam preparation.
- Student Commons Canvas pages
- Academic resources for ADD and PPI students
- Tutoring and Learning Support Services
- Available and free to all UW-Madison students:
– GUTS offers tutoring, language supports, and study skills workshops & appointments.
– The Writing Center provides workshops, individual appointments, writing mentorships, and writing groups. - McBurney Disability Resource Center
- UW-Madison’s resource for disability-related student accommodations.
- UW-Madison Libraries
- World-class research resources and services, including study spaces, technology checkout, research and subscription databases, and expert librarian help.
- Ebling Library
- The closest library to Rennebohm Hall and offers access to various databases, journals, books, technology, and other resources.
- Explore Campus Learning Spaces
- Find a new learning space to enhance your studying.
- LinkedIn Learning
- UW-Madison students have access to LinkedIn’s massive library of free courses and resources.
- Khan Academy
- An online resource with content crafted by experts on a variety of math, science, and other topics.
- Wisconsin Experience
- UW-Madison’s “Wisconsin Experience” vision for the total student experience combines learning in and out of the classroom, with students engaging in four areas of intellectual and personal growth.
Occupational Wellness
Personal satisfaction and enrichment derived from one’s work, volunteering, or daily activities.
University Resources
- SOP Career Resources
- Information about PharmD Career Days, job searches, interview skills, and more.
- UW-Madison Career Services
- Career tools and resources for students, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) Career Toolkit.
- SuccessWorks
- Career tools and resources offered through College of Letters & Science.
- Handshake
- Connect with employers, find jobs and internship, and learn about career events.
- CVs and Interviews
- Use Big Interview to practice and improve your interviewing skills and Big Resume to build a strong resume/CV and cover letter.
- Post Graduate Resources
- Beyond Graduate School offers career exploration and job search strategies for Master’s students, and Beyond the Professoriate is focused on PhD students and alumni and Postdocs.
Location & National Resources
- Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin
- A lobbying organization that promotes pharmacy professionals and practice.
- APhA
- Numerous resources for career advancement.
- ASHP Career Resource Center
- Career resources for pharmacy students.
- ACCP
- Practical information and valuable resources for students throughout their training.
University Resources
- Morgridge Center for Public Service
- Connecting you with volunteer opportunities to meet your interest and needs.
- SOP Student Organizations
- Joining a student organization is a great way to find volunteer opportunities.
Physical Wellness
Recognizing the need for physical activity, proper diet, nutrition, and sleep.
- Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well)
- Offers campus fitness, recreational sports, and wellness programs designed to help students and staff “play hard, get fit, and live well”. Your membership fee is included in your tuition.
- Rec Well Workshops and Activities
- Use the gym, pool, ice rink, or climbing wall or participate in a free wellbeing workshop, group fitness class, or intramural sport.
- Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center
- UW Fitness / Recreation facility within walking distance of Rennebohm Hall.
- Activities around Madison
- A variety of recreation and sport activities are offered around the City of Madison.
- SHIP
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for UW-Madison students.
- UHS Medical Services
- No-cost, high-quality medical care for UW-Madison students.
- Connect to Care
- Access 24/7 medical advice by calling 608-265-5600 (option 1).
Use the Symptom Checker Tool to figure out whether to seek care for a health concern. - Behavioral Health Services
- Receive help with issues including poor sleep, pain, difficulties with attention/concentration, and more.
- Nutrition Services
- Work with UHS Registered Dietitians to find eating strategies that work for you.
- Emergency Rooms and Urgent Care Clinics
- Madison has numerous emergency rooms and urgent care clinics for immediate care treatment.
- General Health Info / Resources
- The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has resources about various diseases and conditions; healthy living; workplace safety; environmental health; injury, violence and safety, global health; and more.
Spiritual Wellness
Expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life, often through beliefs, values, or practices.
- UHS Stress Management
- Helpful stress management resources and strategies to manage stress.
- Podcasts & Meditation
- Listen to UHS’s Guided Relaxation podcast or Rec Well’s guided meditation.
- Center for Healthy Minds at UW-Madison
- CHM is a global leader in understanding the mind, our emotions, and well-being. Download the Healthy Minds Program app for free, science-based well-being training.
- Relaxing Environments
- Find relaxing spaces on campus to escape to.
- Center for Interfaith Dialogue
- Resources and programming for religious and spiritual diversity, identity, and well-being.
- Prayer and Reflection Spaces
- The Center for Interfaith Dialogue maintains the campus prayer and reflection spaces map.
Emergencies & After Hours Assistance
Student Mental Health Emergency: UHS 24/7 support line at 608-265-5600 (option 9)
Immediate Life-Threatening Situations: Dial 911
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
Social Wellness
Developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.
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