wellness – TRU Newsroom

Making a canine connection: Tips for Therapy Dog Thursdays

Posted on: January 11, 2023

Student Wellness Ambassador Samiul Khan explores safe approaches to Therapy Dog Thursdays.

Why naloxone training matters: A student’s perspective

Posted on: November 21, 2022

Student wellness ambassador and psychology major Ghritaachi Mehta shares her experience with naloxone training and administration.

Overcoming office hour anxiety

Posted on: January 26, 2022

Office hours allow you to introduce yourself, ask questions, express interest and demonstrate your willingness to put in some time and effort.

Mental health strategies for the holiday season

Posted on: December 22, 2021

Making a mental health plan can reduce emotional strain and contribute to your overall health and wellness over the holiday season.

Award supports Indigenous health-care professionals

Posted on: December 6, 2021

A team of TRU grant holders are the proud recipients of the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Reach Award for their Participatory Indigenous Nursing Knowledge Translation project.

Consent education for the next generation

Posted on: June 8, 2021

The first Consent Cafe, an event promoting consent education in youth, was facilitated by the TRU Wellness Centre, Sexualized Violence and Prevention and Response, and the Kamloops School of the Arts.

Navigating consent in the digital age

Posted on: May 13, 2021

If you’re looking to have a flirty exchange on your device, consistently checking in and ensuring consent is the sexiest (and safest) way to connect.

Reset your life with breathwork practices

Posted on: April 30, 2021

Improve concentration and manage stress, with strategies from Breathwork Coach Cheryl Hawrychuk.

Establishing a foundation of health and well-being

Posted on: April 15, 2021

Discover ways to balance wellness practices with academic responsibilities.

Establishing healthy boundaries

Posted on: March 8, 2021

As caring people, we want to be helpful, supportive and available, but we also want to be mindful of potential burnout.

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Coping with loneliness and homesickness

Posted on: October 20, 2020

Student storyteller Manuella Ceballos shares some tips on coping with loneliness, homesickness, and the dreaded fear of missing out.

Troubleshooting technology: a how-to guide

Posted on: July 8, 2020

Accessibility Services shared this list of helpful tips on how to best troubleshoot technology, transition to remote learning, and be your most productive self.

Productivity hacks for staying on track: recipes for a better work/life balance

Posted on: May 7, 2020

Learn more about staying organized, managing time, and utilizing technology to its full assistive potential.

Conference call confidence: overcoming virtual stage fright

Posted on: May 4, 2020

Rachel Cantin, Learning Strategist, Orientation and Transitions, collaborated with Career & Experiential Learning to discuss ways to succeed in virtual meetings.