.Mental Health Action Week events to promote student well-being
The annual Mental Health Action Week (MHAW) will be held March 2-6 in West Lafayette, Indianapolis and Purdue Online. The Purdue community is invited to attend events promoting mental health, well-being and a community of care throughout the week.
MHAW is co-sponsored by the Mental Health Action Week student organization, the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Life, Purdue Student Government (PSG) and Purdue Graduate Student Government (PGSG). More than 200 organizations will participate in MHAW this year.
Featured events include:
- Monday, March 2: Purdue Student Government kickoff
Krach Lawn, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hosted by PSG, this event includes inflatables, cotton candy, popcorn and various activities to celebrate the start of MHAW. - Monday, March 2: Purdue Graduate Student Government kickoff
Purdue Graduate Student Center, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy lunch and celebrate the beginning of MHAW. - Tuesday, March 3: MHAW kickoff — Indianapolis
Boiler Park, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (Rain location: Engineering and Technology Building atrium)
This event will feature a food truck, self-care bar, campus resources and more for students to connect, relax and have fun. - Wednesday, March 4: Well-Being Wednesday — West Lafayette
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center Feature Gym, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Enjoy opportunities for hands-on activities, crafts, conversation, fun experiences and connections with the well-being community on campus. - Friday, March 6: MHAW Unity Day — West Lafayette
Memorial Mall lawn, 5:30-8 p.m.
Food, games, performances and more to celebrate creativity, connection and shared spaces.