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CALENDAR OF EVENTS: 2025-26 ACADEMIC YEAR

Students listen to a presentation on mental health

September 2025: September is Healthy Nova Month!

Throughout the month we highlight ways that you can thrive through the six dimensions of health and well-being; Social, Physical, Intellectual, Cultural, Emotional, and Spiritual. Addressing all six dimensions in our lives builds a sense of fulfillment and helps us to thrive, not just survive. Each day this month we will highlight events, activities, and steps you can take to create a month filled with opportunities to thrive!

 

Fresh Check Day ® is a signature part of Healthy Nova Month! Join us for an engaging and uplifting mental health promotion event that features peer-centered interactive booths, a festive social atmosphere, and exciting prizes and giveaways. Start the semester off right by prioritizing your mental health and connecting to the many ways Villanova can support you!

 

October 2025: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month!

Throughout the month we highlight ways to learn more about recognizing the signs of unhealthy relationship patterns, how to prevent patterns from becoming dating and domestic violence, and how to support someone who is in an abusive relationship. Signature event: One Love Escalation workshop.

 

February 2026: February is Healthy Relationships Month!

Throughout the month we highlight ways to learn more about how to establish and maintain healthy relationships. of all kind, where consent is centered, given and received. Signature events: POWER’s Aphrodisiac Dinner, One Love Escalation workshop

 

March 2026: March is National Nutrition Month!

Throughout the month we highlight ways to learn more about how food is fuel and linked to our overall health and well-being. Signature events: Food & Mood workshop, Meet & Greet with the Registered Dietitian

 

April 2026: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month!

Throughout the month we highlight ways to learn more about the continuum of sexual violence, the ways in which we can intervene to prevent it, and how to support someone who has experienced sexual violence. Signature events: Walk a Mile in Her Shoes©, Clothesline Project, One Love Escalation workshop, The Bystander Moment film screening and discussion

Health Services Building, First Floor

ONGOING

Cat Kits
FREE limited edition boxes centered around aspects of well-being. Each box includes goodies, tools, information, and resources to help you THRIVE, and not just survive your Villanova experience! Cat Kits are released monthly. To sign up for advance notice of a new Cat Kit release, click here. 

JOMO Tech Break Workshops
The Joy of Missing Out (JOMO) initiative is dedicated to supporting students in putting their phones down and tuning into themselves and their relationships. Join POWER Community Advocates for a workshop on evaluating the role you want technology to play in your Villanova experience.

Where is the Love? Wednesdays Pet Therapy
Join us almost every Wednesday for an hour of pet therapy. Come relax and decrease your stress with our furry friends from Pals for Life! For exact dates check out our Instagram @villanovahealth.

One Love Escalation Workshop
Learn the warning signs of relationship abuse and work to change the statistics.

QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Join trained facilitators for Question. Persuade. Refer. (QPR) training. Ask a question. Save a life.

Painting with POWER Series
Enjoy a step-by-step painting session and get to know campus resources through facilitated conversation.

Chair Massage Mondays
Free 15-minute chair massages are offered almost every Monday afternoon. Reserve your appointment.

Breakfast-on-the-Go
Grab a healthy breakfast, meet POWER, and pick up quick tips for healthful eating!

 

 

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EMERGENCY CONTACTS

 

In an emergency, call Villanova Public Safety at 610-519-4444.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988.