Bobcats FIRST

Join us for International Dot Day, a celebration of creativity, encouragement and resilience. Dot Day is based on the children's book, "The Dot" by Peter H. Reynolds. Stop by the Den on Tuesday, Sept. 15, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to create a dot that represents how you plan to "make your mark" on the world. In collaboration with the Art Department, these dots will be transformed into a collage that displays the collective creativity of our campus.

Although the weather is still hot, cold and flu season is already here. We have seen a steady increase in COVID-19 cases on campus over the last couple of weeks, so we encourage all members of the Georgia College & State University community to take some simple prevention measures so we can stay healthy during the fall semester.Regular hand-washing is the best prevention measure. Wash hands thoroughly after touching surfaces like desks and door handles.If you feel sick, wear a mask...

Question Persuade Refer (QPR) is an evidence-based, nationally recognized suicide prevention training that is accessible and appropriate for everyone. A goal of our QEP, Bobcats FIRST, is to train as many faculty and staff as we can to strengthen our community's safety net against the tragedy of suicide. We will host a training for any interested staff or faculty on Thursday, Sept. 10 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in MSU 130. Please RSVP at this link to let us know you are coming: QPR Staff...

The Mindful Monday for Aug. 31 is on the topics of roommates. Sharing your space is hard, even with the best roommates, but it doesn’t have to be unbearable. There are several proactive ways to create roommate success in your living space. First, know your non-negotiables, but be reasonable. Not everything can be a brick wall for compromise. Ask hard questions up front instead of waiting for issues to bubble up. Make time for fun. Even if you aren’t best friends, scheduling dinner...

The Mindful Monday for Aug. 24 is on the topic of vulnerability. We are often afraid to put ourselves out there and show our real personalities, especially when we meet new people, but there is a strong case for oversharing when we feel like we should hold back. Sharing more than what feels comfortable actually strengthens our social connections and fast-tracks relationship-building. This week, try making a new connection with someone in your class. Embrace the cringe and let them...

Challenge yourself this summer to try a few new wellness practices! When you complete five squares in a row, send a picture or scan of your BINGO card to gcsuwellbeing@gcsu.edu to claim a prize before Aug. 1.