Mental Health Promotion Week 2016 is a campus-wide event focused on promoting elements of positive emotional well-being. Programs throughout the week emphasize the benefits of exploring social connections, mindfulness, self-care, gratitude, resilience, creativity and play. Wednesday’s event will even feature a particular focus on culture and mental health: Diversity &… read more
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World Health Day 2016
Today is World Health Day, and this year’s focus is on putting an end to the rapid rise of diabetes around the world. Diet choices are an important part of diabetes prevention, so here are a few tips to help make the healthy choice the easy choice: Quick and affordable ways to eat healthier… read more
Lunch Seminar for International Students
International Student & Scholar Services and Counseling & Mental Health Center invite to attend our next seminar: Managing Stress and Staying Healthy Come join other international students for an informative lunch hour seminar to learn about ways to identify stress when it occurs, techniques to reduce stress, and strategies to… read more
International Wellness Fest 2015!
Nutrition, sport, dance, meditation, global health and more! Join us for free food, performances, prizes and wellness topics with an international focus. Free, healthy snacks from Halal Bros, Clay Pit, Skinny Pop, KIND, World Peas, and Rhythm Superfoods! Exciting cultural performances by Austin Chinese Dance Company, UT Tango Club,… read more
Tips To Tackle Homesickness
It’s okay to express yourself, so give writing a shot! If you’re currently feeling homesick, remember that you’re not alone. Feelings of homesickness are a completely normal part of adjusting to a new environment. In a recent ISSS blog post, international student Nabiol Afrooz shared his feelings about his homesickness.… read more
Sleep Awareness Week 2015
Getting enough sleep can be difficult on a busy student schedule, but sleep is essential for optimal brain performance. National Sleep Foundation has released a great interactive tool to help you design your bedroom for restful sleep using all 5 senses!
BeVocal Presents: Social Growth Festival (SoGrow), March 4th & 5th
BeVocal: the Bystander Intervention Initiative of the University of Texas at Austin debuts the Social Growth Festival (SoGrow), two days of cultivating social responsibility through recognizing harm, choosing to respond and taking action! Join us for live entertainment, education, and activism this Wednesday and Thursday! Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1542984142656352 Wednesday March 4th… read more
Mental Health Tip: Short Breaks Equal Major Benefits
Don’t be afraid to take a quick breather from your studies! Why? Surprisingly, breaks can be beneficial for your grades. If you’re a daydreamer, you’re in luck! A study done by UT’s Psychology Department showed that daydreaming helped with recalling memories and information. Tip: Try daydreaming about topics you are… read more
Holiday Tips & Treats
Happy IO Holidays! Tis the season to be merry and jolly, happy and light! At the International Office, we want you to have safe and relaxing holidays, whether you are staying here in Austin, or traveling to your home destination. We’ve put together a list of holiday tips and treats… read more
Pre-Thanksgiving Healthy Eating Tips
While Thanksgiving may not be the healthiest eating day of the year, it is a good reminder of our close relationship with food! As a student, it’s easy to forget how much eating habits can affect mood, performance, and overall health. Here are a few tips for positive, mindful eating:… read more