Presentations & Workshops

University Health Services will present an educational session on anxiety and depression, using a structured curriculum to aid facilitators. The presentation will cover key aspects, including a grounding skill demonstration and measure knowledge gained with a post survey. It aims to increase awareness, teach self-care techniques, and promote the use of campus mental health resources, ultimately reducing crisis and decreasing stigma.

This presentation aims to enhance students’ awareness of community resources available in the Bryan-College Station area. Through interactive discussions and scenario-based activities, participants will explore various support services and learn how to effectively utilize and share these resources with others. Our goal is to empower students with practical knowledge and motivation to engage actively with local community resources, fostering a supportive environment where Aggies can access and advocate for essential services.

Overview of University Health Services serves to increase awareness of University Health Services to the student body and the community surrounding Texas A&M. In this curriculum you will be able to find the goals and objectives for the standard presentation and learn how track overall knowledge of students about University Health Services and the impact it has created for an ongoing improvement of our services.

This presentation aims to educate Texas A&M University students on stress management, burnout, and self-care. We will cover key definitions, practical techniques, and engage in an activity designed to self-reflection. Our goal is to reduce burnout rates among Texas A&M students by equipping them with effective stress management strategies and promoting the mental health resources available on campus.

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in college-aged individuals. The severity of suicidal crisis and existence of stigma can limit one’s ability to or comfortability in reaching out to campus resources. Similarly, many individuals want to support peers and loved ones in crisis but may not know when or how to help. Increasing awareness of the signs, symptoms, and statistics related to suicide can enable us to support both ourselves and our loved ones. This presentation aims to give an overview of the importance of suicide prevention, ways to identify signs of need, basic skillsets for supporting someone in a crisis, and resources available both on and off campus. This presentation can be a beneficial introduction or supplement to more in-depth gatekeeper presentations.

This presentation aims to increase app interaction within the Texas A&M community, encompassing both faculty, staff, and students. The goal is to boost app engagement by 20% over the next school year (2024-2025) through a series of interactive presentations and practical demonstrations. The lesson plan outlines clear objectives, including increasing user engagement with interactive features, enhancing self-efficacy in app navigation, and tracking usage metrics for continuous improvement.

From the Ground Up is a 1.25-hour resilience interactive workshop that teaches participants strategies to grow resiliency skills through practical application. Topics covered include optimism, cognitive thinking traps, healthy and unhealthy coping strategies, and growth mindset. Participants will leave with an understanding of the importance of perspective and self-growth.

University Health Services will present an educational session on anxiety and depression, using a structured curriculum to aid facilitators. The presentation will cover key aspects, including a grounding skill demonstration and measure knowledge gained with a post survey. It aims to increase awareness, teach self-care techniques, and promote the use of campus mental health resources, ultimately reducing crisis and decreasing stigma.

The Let’s Be Food Real Workshop aims to provide practical knowledge and skills to help you make healthier food choices, balance your diet, and understand the importance of nutrition for overall well-being. The program topics focus on understanding the basics of nutrition, highlighting food labels and smart shopping, and maximizing food choices through a realistic lens. Whether you’re navigating campus dining halls, cooking for yourself, or managing a busy schedule, this workshop will equip you with valuable insights and tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

This workshop aims to educate participants on the principles of good sleep hygiene and provide practical strategies to enhance sleep quality. The session will cover the importance of sleep for overall health/well-being and lifestyle factors affecting sleep. Participants will learn about creating a conducive sleep environment, establishing a bedtime routine, and utilizing relaxation techniques. Through interactive activities and discussions, attendees will gain personalized insights and actionable steps to improve their sleep habits effectively.