Wellness supports
At St. Jerome’s University, co-registered students or students in residence will have access to and benefit from our on-site Wellness Coordinator. Our stepped-care approach to wellness involves both preventative and proactive support – including the individual's physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects.
Our Wellness Coordinator provides guidance and access to the following:
- Confidential wellness coaching
- Connecting you to wellness supports across campus
- Peer support and drop-in programming
Fall 2026
Weekly Wellness Tips
Stop by the SJ2 Atrium for Weekly Wellness Tips! Each week, explore a new wellness topic through a quick 2-minute activity, and take away a practical resource to help put what you learn into action. Whether you're looking for strategies to manage stress, improve routines, up self-care, or stay organized, there is something new to discover every week. No registration, no lengthy workshop — just pop by, try something new, and take a little wellness with you!
Make it a wellness streak! Visit us for six different weekly topics and choose a reward from our selection of goodies (including keychains, stationary, journals, enamel pins, and more!). Each weekly topic counts as one visit; choose either day!
Tuesdays: 12:45-1:15p.m.
Thursdays: 9:45-10:15a.m.
SJU Academic Centre Atrium
Ask a Wellness Professional
Drop by the SJU library and connect with Angelina, Registered Social Worker, and Sarah, Registered Psychotherapist, about any wellness questions you have! Have questions about mental health or addictions for yourself, a loved one, or just in general? Come on by! Open to all, drop-in style.
Wednesday, September 30, 1:00–3:00p.m.
Wednesday, October 28, 1:00–3:00p.m.
Wednesday, November 25, 1:00–3:00p.m.
Social Steps
A drop-in social-therapeutic walking series. Join us on Wednesdays in September and October to get your steps in & connect! Come for all 4 walks or join as you please. Each walk will include a stop at a coffee shop on campus – enjoy a drink on us!
Meeting point: Sweeney Hall Main Reception at 12:15p.m. Each walk will be ~30 minutes long.
Wednesday, September 30
Wednesday, October 7
Wednesday, October 21
Wednesday, October 28
Therapy Dogs
Sweeney Hall Fireplace Lounge
Monday, October 5, 7:00-8:00p.m.
Tuesday, November 17, 7:00-8:00p.m.
Grief Education and Support Group
Join Anthony Lavender (Registered Psychotherapist, Qualifying) in a supportive space to learn about and explore grief and connect with others. All experiences of loss are welcomed. The session is divided between learning and discussion.
Thursdays - October 22, 29, November 5, 12
6:30-7:30p.m. | Sweeney Hall 1012
Daylight on Demand
SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) light therapy lamps are available to rent through the SJU Library, giving you a safe and effective way to boost mood, energy, and focus if you find you're not getting out enough this fall. These lamps mimic natural daylight, helping to regulate mood & sleep and support overall wellbeing – perfect for staying motivated!
Weekly wellness supports
Social Drop In (Ongoing)
Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30p.m. | Sweeney Hall 1012
Thursdays, 2:30-4:30p.m. | Sweenye Hall 1012
Morning Affirmations (Ongoing)
Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursdays
9:00-9:30a.m. | Sweeney Hall 1012
Lunchtime Yoga
Mondays, 12:30-1:15p.m. | RS Gymnasium
UW Mates Satellite Office – Peer Support
Mondays, 12:00-2:00p.m. & 4:00-6:00p.m. | Sweeney Hall 1012
Additional University of Waterloo Resources
As a co-registered student, you also have access to the University of Waterloo facilities and resources.