Fordham Wellness Week

GSAS Students Only
Spiritual and Emotional Wellness
Learn & Lunch: Midday 1-Hour Spiritual Wellness Retreat

Robert Parmach, Ph.D., Ignatian Mission Initiatives and Stephanie Roddy, Director of Spiritual Retreat Ministries
Join us for reflection, conversation and practical tips for a mid-semester spiritual renewal.

Graduate Students Only
Emotional and Social Wellness
How to Stress Less Dinner

Carol Gibney, Campus Ministry
Are you a graduate student feeling the weight of academic pressures, balancing family commitments, and navigating the constant stream of deadlines? You're not alone! Join us for our 'Stress Less Dinner,' a highlight of our Wellness Week, designed specifically for graduate students. Share a meal with us as we share tips and suggestions on how to manage stress more effectively.

Spiritual and Social Wellness
Mission-in-Action Sandwich Making for Neighborhood Food Pantry

Rob Parmach, Ph.D., Ignatian Mission Initiatives and Sheniqua Jeffrey, Graduate Student for Wellness, Community and Belonging
Join us for peanut butter and jelly sandwich-making. We will make 200 meal packs for neighborhood community fridges, and we will conclude with a brief Ignatian reflection.

Graduate Students Only
Occupational and Intellectual Wellness
Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile 

Delasia Rice, MSEd, Career Counselor 
Are you wondering how you can make your LinkedIn profile standout and attract employers? Are you effectively communicating your skills and experiences on your profile? Join the Career Center, in partnership with the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, to learn tips and strategies for elevating your LinkedIn profile.

Physical and Intellectual Wellness
Kitchen 101 

Susana Debbe, MS, MPH, RDN, Ram Hospitality Dietitian, Ram Hospitality Dietitian
Join our Dietitian Nutritionist and Culinary Chef for 'Kitchen 101', where you'll learn how to prepare a fiber and protein-rich breakfast and lunch for convenient meal prep. You will have the opportunity to take home your crafted breakfast meal and a reusable mason jar for future breakfasts, perfect for busy mornings, while enjoying the lunch item on the spot, savoring the fruits of your culinary efforts immediately!

Emotional and Intellectual Wellness
Self-Compassion Mindfulness 

Daniel Stern, LMSW
Join us for a practical, hands-on workshop to explore mindfulness and self-compassion practices that can enhance your daily well-being. You'll be guided through a meditation for cultivating affectionate awareness. Please have a pen and paper on hand for an interactive self-compassion activity.

Intellectual Wellness
College How-to

FCRH Advising Center, Jennifer Giorgio, Rochelle Warner-Lopez and Gladis Martinez Avila
Join us for a 'College How-To' workshop, an empowering session designed to transform your approach to college education. Learn how to become an active participant in your learning journey by mastering the art of self-advocacy, honing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and effectively utilizing available resources. This workshop is your key to unlocking a more engaged and successful academic experience.

Spiritual and Physical Wellness
Ignatian Spirituality and Yoga

Carol Gibney, Campus Ministry
Join us for a serene and introspective session that harmonizes body and mind. We will blend the art of movement, reflective meditation, and a touch of spiritual mindfulness, offering a peaceful retreat for personal well-being. Yoga mats and towels will be provided. 

Occupational and Intellectual Wellness
Imagining Life Beyond the Classroom

Fordham First Generation Network, Dr. Marisa Villani
Calling All First Gen College Students: Join the First-Generation Network to learn more about Life Beyond the Classroom!
Professionals, Graduate students, and Upperclassmen share their tips and insights on workplace and lifetime readiness. All students are welcome!

Physical and Intellectual Wellness 
Crunch and Quench 

Susana Debbe, MS, MPH, RDN, Ram Hospitality Dietitian, Ram Hospitality Dietitian
Join our Dietitian Nutritionist to build (and eat!) a better-for-you power snack to keep you fueled and filled during those on-the-go days. Hydrate with kombucha, a fermented sparkling tea drink that aids in digestive health.

Graduate Students Only
Physical and Social Wellness
Jive and Unwind: A Stress-Less Dinner Dance

Murat Hosgor, Professional Dancer and Psychology Graduate Student & Carol Gibney, Campus Ministry
Our very own, Murat Hosgor will lead a dance class, which will be followed by a delicious buffet. After the dance session, we'll seamlessly transition into our 'Stress Less Dinner' at 7 p.m. This delicious buffet is specially crafted to complement our theme of relaxation, well-being and de-stressing. Wear comfortable clothes and don't be shy! Let’s take a couple of hours for ourselves, move our bodies and have fun!

Physical and Intellectual Wellness
Deep Squat Challenge 

Joseph Gilfedder, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sports Performance
Join us for a Deep Squat Challenge to test and improve your lower body strength, hip flexibility, core stability, and overall posture. You'll receive a graded evaluation of your squat technique on a scale from 1 to 3, and based on your performance, you will receive personalized and individualized recommendations from our certified strength and conditioning professionals. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or new to squat exercises, you’ll leave with information on how to strengthen your squat to improve performance, enhance mobility/flexibility, and provide a solid foundation for future movement and exercise.

Graduate Students Only
Occupational and Intellectual Wellness
Expanding your Network: Importance of Building Relationships

Delasia Rice, MSEd, Career Counselor
Join the Career Center, in partnership with the Graduate School of Arts and Science, to have a discussion on the benefits of seeking out and building professional and personal relationships. Learn about mentorships, joining professional associations and more.

Graduate Students Only
Emotional and Environmental Wellness
Wellness Retreat

Carol Gibney, Campus Ministry
End Wellness Week with our Holistic Graduate Student Retreat. Come and step away from the busyness of life and focus on wellness in nature. You’ll be chartered up to a retreat house, where we will enjoy yoga, wholesome meals, and self-reflection—a perfect rejuvenation for mind, body, and spirit.