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Announcement Monday, May 11, 2026

The Mindful Monday for May 11 is an affirmation for celebration: Today is the future I created yesterday. As we come to the end of the semester, take stock of all you have accomplished. Your hard work, resilience and belief in yourself led you to this place. Whether you are graduating, looking forward to a season of rest or looking to the next goal, take a moment to celebrate how far you have come! Help us promote a culture of wellbeing at Georgia College & State University!Receive...

Mindful Monday for May 4

Announcement Monday, May 4, 2026

The Mindful Monday for May 4 is a quote from poet Walt Whitman: "Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you." Make optimism a habit. Practicing positivity can put those shadows of worry and doubt behind you so you can move forward into your purpose.Help us promote a culture of wellbeing at Georgia College & State University!Receive the MM in your inbox each week by opting in for our mailing list.Follow @gcsu_bobcatsfirst on Instagram, and share the...

Mindful Monday for April 27

Announcement Monday, April 27, 2026

The Mindful Monday for April 27 is a quote from musician and entrepreneur Jimmy Dean: "I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination." Many things in life are outside of our control. While we can't always change our circumstances, we can adjust our reactions to the things that threaten to blow us off course. With resilience and adaptability, we can learn to go with the flow and not allow the wind to disrupt our journey.Help us promote...

Mindful Monday for April 20

Announcement Monday, April 20, 2026

The Mindful Monday for April 20 is an encouragement to pay someone a compliment today. When we receive compliments from strangers or peers, it gives us an instant emotional boost. Think of that uplifting feeling and gift it to someone else. Even small observations can change someone's day, and that random act of kindness gives you a good feeling, too. Win-win!Help us promote a culture of wellbeing at Georgia College & State University!Receive the MM in your inbox each week by opting...

Mindful Monday for April 13

Announcement Monday, April 13, 2026

The Mindful Monday for April 13 is a reminder that our story is our own: You are not behind -- your path just has different sights along the way. As former president Theodore Roosevelt said, "Comparison is the thief of joy." When we spend too much energy comparing ourselves to other people, we lose sight of the satisfaction of celebrating the successes and joys of our own lives. Keeping looking ahead and enjoy the sights along the way.Help us promote a culture of wellbeing at Georgia...

Mindful Monday for April 6

Announcement Monday, April 6, 2026

The Mindful Monday for April 6 is a reminder to strive for progress, not perfection: Be proud of how far you've come, even if it's not where you want to be yet. Psychologist Carol Dweck writes about "the power of yet." Instead of having a defeatist attitude about what we see as deficiencies, we can have a growth mindset about our potential. Replace "I'm bad at math" with "I haven't mastered these skills yet." Rather than thinking "I don't like my job," try "I haven't found my dream...

Add QPR Training to your summer plans

Announcement Friday, April 3, 2026

As departments begin making their summer training plans, consider scheduling a QPR Training for your staff. QPR (Question Persuade Refer) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training appropriate for all audiences. A goal of the QEP, Bobcats FIRST, is to train approximately 10% of all faculty and staff each year. E-mail QPR@gcsu.edu to schedule a 90-minute group training for May, June or July.

Mindful Monday for March 30

Announcement Monday, March 30, 2026

The Mindful Monday for March 30 is a quote from 19th century self-help author Robert Collier, "Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out." Change takes time - whether we are aiming to improve our grades, build physical endurance or adopt a more positive mindset. Lasting change doesn't happen in an instant. It is the result of consistent, incremental efforts toward our larger goals. When we can be patient and disciplined, we will see the fruits of our effort.Help...

Mindful Monday for March 23

Announcement Monday, March 23, 2026

The Mindful Monday for March 23 is a lyric from Leonard Cohen's 1992 song "Anthem": "There is a crack in everything. That's how the light gets in." Cohen's lyric reminds us that what might seem like imperfections or flaws in ourselves and others are not weaknesses. They are openings for growth and understanding of each other's humanity. When we chase perfection, we sometimes close off or repress parts of ourselves that make us unique. Being authentic and allowing others to experience...

Keynote lecture: Billie Eilish, Princess Nokia, Girlhood and Race in the Musical Vernacular of Depression

Event Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Women’s and Gender Studies Symposium Keynote LectureIn Partnership with Georgia College & State University Research DayBillie Eilish, Princess Nokia, Girlhood, and Race in the Musical Vernacular of DepressionJessica A. Holmes, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Musicology University of CopenhagenThis keynote lecture examines how contemporary pop artists Billie Eilish and Princess Nokia transform experiences of sadness, anxiety, and loneliness into a shared musical language for Gen Z. Exploring...

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