Save the Date: How to Have Effective Difficult Conversations

The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, The Division of Student Engagement, The Steven London Center, and The School of Social Work are partnering together to present a new series! 

The Unpacking Series: How to Have Effective Difficult Conversation will take place on Wednesday, October 16th from 3:30 pm to 5 pm | Register on Campus Connect!

Rough Sleepers Book Club

Join us for our in-person discussion of Tracy Kidder's book Rough Sleepers! This book looks at Dr. Jim O'Connell's work with Boston Healthcare for the Homeless and the development of the organization. 

Bring a lunch and join us for this in-person discussion! 

Tuesday, October 15 at 12 pm - 1 pm in the Center for Student Success Grad Study Lounge (Ground floor of Lefavour) | Register Here

Vaccine Clinics

Students can receive a seasonal flu vaccine and/or an updated COVID vaccine on campus. You MUST bring your insurance information with you to the clinic. Please wear clothing that allows easy access to your upper arm without disrobing (short-sleeved or sleeveless top, removable top layer, etc.)

The clinic is taking place on Thursday, October 10th from 12 - 4pm in room C-520-521 | Register Here

Can’t make it to the clinic? CVS and Walgreens offer both flu and COVID vaccines.

Food Insecurity Survey

Students in the Public Health Senior Seminar are seeking survey participants! 

This survey will be assessing food insecurity on campus. Students who complete the survey will be entered in a raffle for 10 different $10 gift cards to Dunkin' Donuts! To access the survey, click the button below!

Health & Wellness Updates

Donate to the Guest Meal Swipe Bank!

The Guest Meal Swipe Bank needs donations! Students with guest meal swipes can donate 1-10 of their swipes to the Meal Swipe Bank per semester. Please donate now to help your fellow students!

NEW Wellness Vending Machine!

The new Wellness Vending Machine in Quadside is stocked! Students may purchase items from the vending machine using cash, credit/debit cards, or Fenway Cash. You can find more information about the vending machine here.

Order Free COVID Tests

Did you know that as of September 26th, every household in the US can order 4 free at-home COVID tests through the mail? One order per address- go here to order yours. 

Health Center Online Scheduling 

Students have the option to schedule some Health Center appointments online via the Student Health Portal. Online scheduling is available for a limited number of appointment types and days/times. Don't see an appointment that works for you? Call the Health center at 617-521-1020 to schedule an appointment.

RA Applications Open Soon

Are you interested in being a Resident Assistant? The application will be opening this week! You will have from October 14th at 9:00 AM until December 9th at 9:00 AM to submit your applications. 

To apply, you must start by registering for this event on Campus Connect. Once you have registered, the link to the application will be sent to you. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the AD of Residential Engagement.

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