Keeping Bobcats Informed, Nov. 3, 2021

WELL-BEING RESOURCES

1. Coaching – Make a peer-to-peer connection with a well-being coach to address life challenges, set goals, and establish healthy habits.

2. Mental Health – Individual counseling, workshops, events, and group work can increase mental health awareness and coping skills.

3. Identity & Community – Connect with others who share your values and interests through identity-based and wellness organizations.

4. Safety & Respect – Engage with organizations or programs related to alcohol responsibility, sexual health, and bystander intervention.

Visit the StressLess website for a comprehensive list of resources to help manage your stress and enhance your overall well-being.

BOBCAT WELL-BEING

Keep growing, keep going
Have you or someone you love ever experienced thoughts of suicide? On Nov. 15, OHIO counselors will facilitate a discussion with the founder of @Endure_Life, Chelsea Stout, as she shares her experience mobilizing a college campus to be better bystanders and develop the skills to take action to save a life. 

Do you have questions about suicide or how to engage with someone who is at risk for suicide? Submit them by Nov. 10, and join the conversation on Nov. 15 at 3:30 p.m. via Teams.

Submit Questions

OHIO WOMEN

It's Love Yourself Week
This week is full of events promoting self-esteem, confidence building, professional development, and celebrating the successes of women. Follow #OHIOBobcatLove on Twitter and Instagram, and join Love Yourself events. 

ACE Women's Network 
This Friday, ACE is teaming up with OHIO to host a virtual conference recognizing women leaders in higher education by celebrating their strength, allyship, community, and inspiration for transformation.

BOBCAT PRIDE

One OHIO man's transgender journey
Beyond LGBT History Month, it is critical for the Bobcat community to ensure that marginalized voices are heard, and their histories celebrated, throughout the year. Read about one Bobcat's story to sustain his identity. 

Be Heard
LGBTQIA+ students, please take this quick survey about your physical activity levels and use of OHIO's recreation facilities. Your input will make campus more inclusive and accessible.

2021 BIPOC MALE SUMMIT
On Nov 13, join featured speaker Stan Pearson in conversation about living on campus as a BIPOC male. Register for the summit. 

Nov. 4-7 is Dads Weekend at OHIO 

• Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Alden Open 2021
• Sat., 2-5 p.m., Casino with UPC
• Sat., 8-10 p.m., An Evening with Stephen Kramer Glickman
• Thurs., Fri., & Sat., 7 p.m., Bobcat Hockey
• Sat., 2 p.m., Bobcat Basketball

OHIO Family Weekends

STUDENT SENATE & CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT

Funding for your student organization
The Senate Appropriations Commission (SAC) receives more than $400,000 annually to allocate to OHIO student organizations. Does your org need funds? Apply with SAC or email sac@ohio.edu with any questions.

PUBLIC HEALTH

Vax deadline less than two weeks away
If you have not yet met the University’s Nov. 15 COVID-19 vaccination requirement, now is the time to act. Upload your proof of vaccination or approved exemption ASAP. Students who do not meet the requirement will not be able to attend Spring Semester classes or any other in-person campus activities.

OIT TECH TIPS

New security enhancements
Your inbox just got smarter. Starting Nov 9, a yellow banner will appear on all emails from outside OHIO as an extra warning about suspicious links or attachments. Don’t trust an email? Report it as phishing using the “Junk” dropdown in Catmail or with the new “Report Message” button in Outlook.

QUICK LINKS

Having trouble with that paper?
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Be seen, be heard
Complete the campus climate survey