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SUMMARY:Activate Your Well-Being BINGO
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the movement to live with more vitality\, purpose\, resilience\, and engagement through our Well-Being BINGO Challenge! A fun and meaningful way to take small steps toward thriving.  \nAs part of our mission at the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being (CWB) to catalyze human well-being through science and practice\, this challenge encourages you to explore habits that support your personal growth.  \nClick here for the PDF version of the BINGO card to use! \nHow It Works:  \n\nComplete activities on your BINGO card and check them off as you go. \n\n\nGet BINGO by completing 4 activities in a row; across\, down\, or diagonally. \n\n\nOnce you’ve got BINGO: \n\n\nEmail a copy of your completed card to the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being (cwb@gmu.edu) or \n\n\nPost it on social media and tag CWB’s accounts: Instagram or Facebook\n\nWin Prizes!  \nSubmit your card by October 8\, 2025 to be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a  wireless speaker! 
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/activate-your-well-being-bingo/
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SUMMARY:Colors and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Colors and Connection is a program that combines mindfulness\, creativity\, and connection. In this program\, you will get to experience a one-hour-long facilitated session featuring reflective and creative activities. Colors and Connection is a great fit for you if you want to: \n\nBoost self-confidence and creative problem-solving\nEstablish connections with other students in a welcoming environment\nStrengthen skills such as emotional awareness and connection\nEngage in personal growth and individuality\nFocus more and increase productivity\nLearn skills to navigate both mental health and goal achievement\n\nThis program is sponsored by the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being. Any questions can be directed to Zareena Khan at zkhan54@gmu.edu. \nRegister now for these upcoming student sessions: \n\nTuesday\, September 2\, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Register here
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/colors-and-connection/
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SUMMARY:Bridge to Belonging for First-Year Students
DESCRIPTION:Bridge to Belonging (previously known as ProjectConnect) helps you build a stronger campus community for greater well-being. In this program\, you will meet in groups of 4 to 6 participants over five 1-hour sessions and engage in thought-provoking questions and activities.\nThere are student groups and faculty/staff groups available. Bridge to Belonging is a great fit for those who are:\n\nCommunity-builders who want to improve the well-being of the George Mason community\nCommitted to participating in deeper\, more interesting conversations\nNew to George Mason or want to expand their social circle\nInterested in getting to know others in a small group setting (4 to 6 participants)\nWilling to commit to all session dates\n\nFirst-year students can sign up for Thursdays at 11 a.m. on September 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 and on October 2nd at the Fairfax Campus. Register here. 
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/bridge-to-belonging-for-first-year-students-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T140000
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SUMMARY:Bridge to Belonging for Faculty and Staff
DESCRIPTION:Bridge to Belonging uses the evidence-based ProjectConnect curriculum to help faculty and staff build a stronger community and enhance workplace well-being. In Bridge to Belonging\, faculty and staff will meet in groups of 4 to 6 participants over five 1-hour sessions and engage in thought-provoking questions and activities.\n\nBridge to Belonging is a great fit for faculty and staff who are:\n\nCommunity-builders who want to improve workplace well-being of the George Mason community\nCommitted to participating in deeper\, more interesting conversations\nNew to George Mason or want to expand their social circle\nInterested in getting to know others in a small group setting (4 to 6 participants)\nWilling to commit to all session dates\n\nFaculty and Staff can sign up for Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on September 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 and on October 2nd via Zoom. Register here.  \n 
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/bridge-to-belonging-for-faculty-and-staff/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T120000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Mindfulness Part 1 Fall Cohort 1
DESCRIPTION:Mason students\, staff\, and faculty can learn more about mindfulness and meditation through two different four-week programs created by the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults (MIEA). \nThis evidence-based curriculum teaches mindfulness\, meditation\, and stress management in ways you can integrate into your busy life. Studies suggest that the training leads to significant well-being benefits\, such as better sleep\, less perceived stress\, and more self-compassion. \nWhile these programs are designed with young adults in mind\, the benefits are not limited to young adults\, so you’re encouraged to sign up regardless of your age. \nRegister for an opportunity to learn mindfulness and meditation techniques via Zoom: \n\nIntro to Mindfulness Part 1 Fall Cohort 1: Fridays from 12 noon to 1:15 p.m. on September 5\, 12\, 19\, and 26. – Register here
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/intro-to-mindfulness-part-1-cohort-1-and-2/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Bridge to Belonging for First-Year Students
DESCRIPTION:Bridge to Belonging (previously known as ProjectConnect) helps you build a stronger campus community for greater well-being. In this program\, you will meet in groups of 4 to 6 participants over five 1-hour sessions and engage in thought-provoking questions and activities.\nThere are student groups and faculty/staff groups available. Bridge to Belonging is a great fit for those who are:\n\nCommunity-builders who want to improve the well-being of the George Mason community\nCommitted to participating in deeper\, more interesting conversations\nNew to George Mason or want to expand their social circle\nInterested in getting to know others in a small group setting (4 to 6 participants)\nWilling to commit to all session dates\n\nFirst-year students can sign up for Fridays at 1 p.m. on September 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 and on October 3rd at the Fairfax Campus. Register here.
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/bridge-to-belonging-for-first-year-students-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T120000
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SUMMARY:Sound Journey Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for powerful Sound Journey Sessions during the fall 2025 semester! \n\nWednesday\, September 10\, from 12 noon to 12:30 p.m.\, online – Register here
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/sound-journey-session-5/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T163000
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SUMMARY:Sound Journey Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for powerful Sound Journey Sessions during the fall 2025 semester! \n\nMonday\, September 15\, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.\, Concert Hall Grand Tier 3\, Center for the Arts – Register here
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/sound-journey-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Colors and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Colors and Connection is a program that combines mindfulness\, creativity\, and connection. In this program\, you will get to experience a one-hour-long facilitated session featuring reflective and creative activities. Colors and Connection is a great fit for you if you want to: \n\nBoost self-confidence and creative problem-solving\nEstablish connections with other students in a welcoming environment\nStrengthen skills such as emotional awareness and connection\nEngage in personal growth and individuality\nFocus more and increase productivity\nLearn skills to navigate both mental health and goal achievement\n\nThis program is sponsored by the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being. Any questions can be directed to Zareena Khan at zkhan54@gmu.edu. \n\nRegister now for these upcoming student sessions:\n\nTuesday\, September 23\, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Register here
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/colors-and-connection-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T120000
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion Groups for Faculty and Staff
DESCRIPTION:Faculty/staff small-group book discussion groups are designed to foster conversation around social connection\, loneliness\, sense of belonging\, and other well-being topics. Join us this fall as we read The Happiness Advantage: How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life by Shawn Achor. A free copy of the book will be provided upon registration. \nRegister on Eventbrite for one of the following book discussion sessions.\n\n\nWednesday\, September 24\, from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom: Registration will be open from August 11-21\, 2025.
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/book-discussion-groups-for-faculty-and-staff/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T110000
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SUMMARY:SIG2GO Truck
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the SI2GO Truck: Mason Chooses Kindness! Kindness is on the move! Stop by and choose one uplifting activity—nominate a Kindness Ambassador\, submit a Pats for Patriots\, or write a Letter to Lift Spirits—to help spread encouragement across campus. After completing your activity\, spin the prize wheel for a chance to win a t-shirt\, sticker\, or bookmark!  \n\nDate: Thursday September 25th  \nTiming: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nLocation: Northern Neck by CWB 
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/sig2go-truck/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T160000
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SUMMARY:Colors and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Colors and Connection is a program that combines mindfulness\, creativity\, and connection. In this program\, you will get to experience a one-hour-long facilitated session featuring reflective and creative activities. Colors and Connection is a great fit for you if you want to: \n\nBoost self-confidence and creative problem-solving\nEstablish connections with other students in a welcoming environment\nStrengthen skills such as emotional awareness and connection\nEngage in personal growth and individuality\nFocus more and increase productivity\nLearn skills to navigate both mental health and goal achievement\n\nThis program is sponsored by the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being. Any questions can be directed to Zareena Khan at zkhan54@gmu.edu. \n\nRegister now for these upcoming student sessions:\nTuesday\, September 30\, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Register here
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/colors-and-connection-3/
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