Events Calendar
01
Mar
Online Class
The Art and Science of Breathing
In this online class, you will learn breathing techniques to increase energy, enhance concentration, cultivate connection to yourself and others, create relaxation, and deepen sleep. Over two Saturday mornings, we will explore the...
01
Mar
Wellness Event
Saturday Yoga for Health & Resilience
YogaX at Stanford Psychiatry invites you to join us on Saturdays for our integrated holistic yoga series to support health and resilience. These free 90-minute yoga sessions are based on a therapeutic, evidence-based protocol and are designed to be accessible so that everyone, of all ages and abilities, can practice. Sessions will take place weekly ...
01
Mar
Wellness Event
5-SURE Safe Rides
5-SURE SAFE RIDES | 8PM- 2AM | 7 DAYS A WEEK | FREE A new way around campus. 5-SURE’s new app Trip-shot helps get you where you need to go, safely. Accurate wait times. Driver location. Vehicle information. Real-time updates. Similar to rideshare apps, Stanford's communities can soon schedule rides through the app. 5-SURE Safe Rides, ...
03
Mar
Wellness Event
Dissertation Support
This six-session group will be a place to vent, meet other people like you, share goals and perspectives on navigating common themes (isolation, motivation, relationships), and learn some helpful coping skills to manage the stress of dissertation writing. If you’re enrolled student, located inside the state of California, and in the process of writing (whether ...
03
Mar
Wellness Event
Mindful Monday Yoga Practice
YogaX at Stanford Psychiatry invites you to join us for our Mindful Monday practice. This weekly Integrated Holistic Yoga class is a practice of accessibility, belonging, and beneficence that embraces the whole entirety of the human experience and fosters integration across all the ways we interact with the world. This accessible practice is led by ...
03
Mar
Wellness Event
FREE Upstander Workshops
Sign-Up for our FREE Upstander Trainings facilitated by PEERs and in collaboration with the Well House. These trainings aim to empower individuals to recognize and respond to behaviors that could lead to harmful or high-risk situations. Participants will learn how to intervene effectively and foster a culture of consent both within their communities and beyond. Owala bottles, ...
04
Mar
Wellness Event
Pediatric Grand Rounds (CME): Systems-Level Interventions for Childhood Obesity Prevention
Systems-Level Interventions for Childhood Obesity Prevention PRESENTED BY Jennifer Woo Baidal, MD, MPH Associate Professor, Pediatric Gastroenterology Stanford School of Medicine SESSION DESCRIPTION The first 2,000 days – gestation through age 5 years – is a critical period for development of childhood obesity and subsequent chronic disease. Racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities in ...
04
Mar
Online Class
Winter Book Club Discussion
Co-sponsored by the Stanford Faculty Staff Help CenterYou are invited to join us for a virtual book club to discuss thoughts raised by the book The Burgess Boys, by Elizabeth Strout. Strout’s...
04
Mar
Wellness Event
Assessing and Mitigating Social Media Risks for Children and Youth
Join the Cyber Policy Center on March 4th from 1PM–2PM Pacific for a Assessing and Mitigating Social Media Risks for Children and Youth, a fireside chat with Eleni Linos, and Jeff Hancock. Linos will discuss a recent report on harm taxonomy. Stanford affiliates are invited to join us at 12:40 PM for lunch, prior to the ...
04
Mar
Wellness Event
Relax + Center with Yoga Tuesdays
Relax + Center with Yoga Class with Diane Saenz. Life is often hard and we need tools to get us through the tough spots. Come practice a simple routine to release tension and ground in the here and now. Learn everything you need to know for a confident self-practice. Beginners welcome with limited accommodations available for ...
05
Mar
Wellness Event
Well-being and Painting
Wind down with the VPA Liaisons, in collaboration with Well-Being at Stanford, for an end-of-quarter painting workshop! All RAG workshops are part of a yearlong series to promote rest, reflection, and release for students through creativity, together in community. Brought to you by the VPA Liaisons at Stanford Arts. (This workshop is still being finalized. Its day, time, and ...
05
Mar
Wellness Event
Wisdom Wednesday Yoga Practice
YogaX at Stanford Psychiatry invites you to join us for our Wisdom Wednesday practice. We will offering two ~25 min sessions each Wednesday: one beginning around 12:15 pm and a second beginning around 12:45 pm. This therapeutic class is designed to provide you with a tranquil respite in your day. It is a time to ...
05
Mar
Wellness Event
Wise Mind DBT-Informed Skills Group
Our emotions affect us and our relationships, and our relationships impact our emotions. This virtual Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group is a quarter-long workshop-style group on how to identify and work with intense emotions. DBT addresses skills to understand and regulate emotion, tolerate distress, and be more effective in interpersonal concerns. Each group includes mindfulness ...
05
Mar
Wellness Event
Book Club Vibes x Therapy Feels: “The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love”
We're mixing book club vibes with therapy squad energy! In this in-person group, we’re diving into Sonya Renee Taylor's "The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love" and her "Your Body Is Not an Apology Workbook: Tools for Living Radical Self-Love" to talk about the real stuff students deal with at Stanford—like ...
05
Mar
Wellness Event
Student-Led Yoga Wednesday
Student-Led Yoga is intended as a means of making the mental and physical benefits of asanas readily available to all, regardless of where you are on your yogi journey. Expect to move with your breath: this well-balanced Vinyasa flow class intends to get you out of your head and into your body, and modifications will ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
Climber Coffee
Join us for our monthly climber coffee meet-up at the Outdoor Center! Meet fellow climbers, enjoy free coffee, and talk about current events in the climbing world. This event is open to all, regardless of experience, on the first Thursday of every month. Bring your own mug!
06
Mar
Wellness Event
First Annual Conference in Menopause & Healthy Aging – Hosted by Stanford Menopause & Healthy Aging
Join us for our First Annual Conference In Menopause & Aging! FY 25 Virtual Format | March 6-7, 2025 | CME Accredited March 6th | 8AM – 4:45PM March 7th | 8AM – 12:15PM Overview As women enter mid-life and approach menopause, they can experience a unique set of symptoms that can impact their quality of ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
BIPOC Support Group (for students in the School of Medicine)
This is a 6-session student-lead support group for School of Medicine BIPOC students, with 2 MHT clinicians serving as host facilitators. In this supportive space, students come as they are, share mutual support, and foster community. Students build tools to navigate academic and professional stressors, cope with anxiety, process issues rooted in systemic oppression, decrease ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
Women in Data-Driven Discovery (WiD3)
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend! Join us for an inspiring and empowering conference highlighting the groundbreaking work of women researchers, practitioners, and industry leaders in data-intensive science. Taking place at Stanford on March 6, 2025, this vibrant event will foster connections and spark conversations around innovative methodologies and real-world applications across diverse fields. ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
Yoga with Intention
Yoga with Intention, hosted by YogaX at Stanford Psychiatry, is gentle yoga practice for individuals dealing with breast cancer, whether in treatment, recovery, or post-treatment. Each 60-minute session includes an opening centering, breathing practices, gentle movement, and meditation or guided imagery. Each session ends with a period of stillness, an opportunity to absorb the benefits ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
LGBTQIA+ Conversations with Colleagues
This group is for staff, faculty, and post-docs who are Queer-identifying and/or Questioning. We ask that loved ones/family members of LGBTQIA+ access resources specifically available to allies including PFLAG, GLAAD, Human Rights Campaign, GLSEN, and The Trevor Project. Based on the availability of Help Center staff, group facilitators may or may not be Queer-identifying and/or Questioning. What these ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
MIPS Seminar – Dr. Jonathan Polimeni, PhD
The Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford (MIPS) was established as an inter-disciplinary program in 2003 by the Dean of the School of Medicine (Dr. Philip Pizzo) and brings together scientists and physicians who share a common interest in developing and using state-of-the-art imaging technology and developing molecular imaging assays for studying intact biological systems. The ...
06
Mar
Webinar
Sustaining Energy and Well-Being in Challenging Times
Amidst continued global, local, and personal crises, many of us experience discouragement followed by hope followed by discouragement again. The constant pivoting, ongoing uncertainty, and effortful optimism can be deeply exhausting.In this...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
QTrees
Qtrees is a process/support group for LGBTQIA+ undergraduate and graduate students at Stanford. Join us to connect with other LGBTQIA+ to process and support each other around your identity and how that may impact your experience. QTrees will meet for 60 mins. weekly for 7 weeks, with same people each week. Facilitated by Christine Catipon, PsyD ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
Sequoia Winter Wellness
Join the Sequoia Neighborhood Council for the third consecutive Winter Wellness series, which will feature a variety of complimentary healing services to guide you along a wellness journey. This will be a safe space to learn about how different healing modalities can facilitate growth. We're looking forward to partnering with Feathered Outlaw (a lifestyle boutique ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
Rooted! Black Graduate Students Process Space
Rooted! Is a support group for Black-identified Stanford graduate students that is designed to be a confidential space for students to speak their minds, build community, rest, connect with themselves, and learn coping skills for managing graduate life at Stanford. Graduate school is naturally stressful, rigorous, and will challenge you in unexpected ways. That stress ...
06
Mar
Wellness Event
Guided Meditation Thursdays
Evening Guided Meditation is designed to offer basic meditation skills, to encourage regular meditation practice, to help deepen self-reflection, and to offer instructions on how meditation can be useful during stressful and uncertain times. All sessions are led by Andy Acker. Open to Stanford Affiliates. Free, no pre-registration is required.
06
Mar
Wellness Event
Understanding Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigap)
Are you ready to take control of your healthcare costs? Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap, offers essential coverage to help reduce out-of-pocket expenses in Original Medicare. With highly regulated plans and limited enrollment windows, making the right decision at the right time is crucial. Maha Justi, HICAP Counselor of San Mateo, will talk about the ...
07
Mar
Online Class
Sleep Well
If you are having a hard time falling asleep or staying asleep, you are not alone. A recent survey of US adults revealed that almost half the population of this country experienced some...
07
Mar
Wellness Event
Cannabis Moderation Meeting
Ever feel like your weed habits could use a little check-in? We’ve got a spot for you to talk it out—totally judgment-free. What: Weekly Cannabis Moderation Meetings When: Fridays, 3:30–4:30 PM Where: The Well-House, 562 Mayfield Ave (Knock on the window to the left of the front door to get in) This is a chill and confidential space to share and ...
11
Mar
Wellness Event
SHE Talks (Stanford Health Empowerment) | Secrets to Brain Vitality
Hosted by Stanford MedicineCommunity Outreach https://web.cvent.com/event/b33d5da6-a492-404e-8b4b-d5b7a8692caf/websitePage:5e569cef-92a7-4d0f-a801-6880cf0cefbe Secrets to Brain Vitality As women, we have a greater risk of developing dementia during our lifetimes than men. One obvious reason—we live longer. But that doesn’t tell the whole story. There is so much in our control to help stave off cognitive decline. Join brain health and memory disorders expert Dr. ...
11
Mar
Online Class
Thriving Through Change and Life’s Transitions
Look on every exit as being an entrance somewhere else. - Tom StoppardAny major life transition can bring a bundle of mixed emotions: concerns about letting go and of loss; uneasiness around process...
11
Mar
Wellness Event
George Steinmetz | Feed the Planet: A Photographic Journey to the World’s Food
Do you know where your food comes from? To find out, acclaimed photographer George Steinmetz spent a decade documenting food production in more than 36 countries on 6 continents, 24 US states, and 5 oceans. In his new book, Feed the Planet, filled with never-before seen aerial images, Steinmetz documents the awesome global effort that ...
12
Mar
Wellness Event
Thriving and Staying Strong through Menopause and Beyond
Bring your questions about perimenopause and menopause to this free Q&A session featuring two women’s health and menopause experts: Stacy Sims, PhD – internationally known exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Karen Adams, MD, OB-GYN – director of Stanford’s Menopause & Healthy Aging program Moderators will be: Anne Friedlander, PhD, Assistant Director of Stanford Lifestyle Medicine and Adjunct Professor of ...
13
Mar
Webinar
Plan Ahead for a Happier You
Life's ups and downs can leave us feeling grumpy, lethargic, or low-spirited at times. Ironically, the moments when we could most benefit from engaging in activities that boost our mood are often the...
13
Mar
Wellness Event
Black Mental Wellness Group
Co-sponsored with the Black Staff Alliance The BSA and the Faculty Staff Help Center extend the theme of wellness throughout the year with the offering of monthly, mental wellness drop-in groups for faculty, staff, retirees, and postdocs who self-identify as African, Black, or of Caribbean descent. The groups aim to be a source of support for Black employees of ...
13
Mar
Wellness Event
What to Ask Your Doctor about Cardiovascular Risk and Metabolic Health
An informative session on how to effectively communicate with your doctor about cardiovascular risk, focusing on the critical role of ethnicity and demographics in improving health outcomes. Gain valuable insights and actionable questions that will empower you to take control of your heart health and advocate for personalized care tailored to your unique background. This ...
14
Mar
Wellness Event
Maximizing Potential: The Strengths-Based Model of Neurodiversity
The concept of neurodiversity describes the natural variation in how people experience and engage with the world. Recognizing the strengths of neurodivergent individuals can be empowering and lead to favorable outcomes for both the individual and the entire community. Join Dr. Lawrence Fung, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Stanford School of Medicine, as he describes ...
15
Mar
Online Class
Laugh Your Way to Well-Being
We can all use more laughter in our lives. Studies have shown that laughter has a number of beneficial effects on our well-being. It can release endorphins that improve your mood, reduce stress...
17
Mar
Online Class
Celebrating Moments of Pause
In a hectic work environment, there is often little time to process our experiences and connect with others. This can be especially true for healthcare workers in the clinical setting who may work...
19
Mar
Wellness Event
Meet the Makers!
Come meet our brilliant STUDENT MAKERS from the Product Realization Lab who will present their AMAZING Winter quarter projects! Products include innovations in sports equipment, consumer goods, education and health devices, agricultural tools, and MORE!
19
Mar
Webinar
Staying on Track
Running is one of the most popular fitness activities in the United States and provides a host of health benefits, from improved cardiovascular health and stronger muscles to reduced stress and better sleep....
19
Mar
Webinar
Heart Healthy Mediterranean
The Mediterranean diet is widely recognized as beneficial for heart health. Its emphasis on plant-based foods, healthy fats like olive oil, and moderate intake of fish, poultry, and dairy, as well as limits...
19
Mar
Wellness Event
The Big 3: Power up with Protein, Fiber, and Hydration
Presented by Stanford Lifestyle and Weight Management Center Discover the essential building blocks of a sustainable and healthy lifestyle in this engaging webinar, Big 3: Power Up with Protein, Fiber, and Hydration. Join us to explore the science-backed benefits of these nutritional powerhouses and learn practical strategies for incorporating them into your daily routine. Whether you’re ...
20
Mar
Webinar
Autoimmunity 101
Do you suffer from symptoms like brain fog, digestive issues, fatigue, rashes, swollen glands, and joint pain? Have you had trouble finding a clear diagnosis for these symptoms - and a clear path...
21
Mar
Webinar
Build Resilience and Restore Balance with Ayurveda
The ancient Indian healing system of Ayurveda provides profound insights into how to balance the body and mind to be in harmony with nature. These holistic principles have much to offer to help...
21
Mar
Wellness Event
Growing Up In Science @ Stanford
Growing Up in Science (GUIS) is back for the 2024-2025 academic year! In most sessions, one faculty member shares the personal side of their individual journey through academia. Occasionally, PhD-holding speakers from outside the academic research environment may also speak. The stories focus on the struggles, doubts, weaknesses, and failures we all face as young ...
22
Mar
Wellness Event
Ancestral and Collective Trauma-Informed Yoga: Online Course
YogaX at Stanford Psychiatry invites you to join us in our upcoming online 30-hour course, “Trauma-Informed Yoga: Collective and Ancestral Trauma,” led by Dr. Mini Rattu, Psy.D., YACEP, RYT500, IAYT-Q. The YogaX program offered through Stanford Psychiatry represents an innovative fusion of yoga's ancient wisdom and the latest insights from modern psychological research. The Collective ...
25
Mar
Wellness Event
Supporting Each Other Through Today’s Challenges : A Discussion Group for Managers
Join fellow Stanford managers for a facilitated, supportive conversation about the difficulties and successes you’ve navigated as a manager. A wide range of topics may include, but are not limited to, strategies for managing hybrid and remote employees, mental health in the workplace, managing stress related to current events, and leveraging unexpected opportunities. Faculty Staff ...
25
Mar
Wellness Event
Allergic Diseases in the Asian American Population
Presented by The Center for Asian Health Research and Education in partnership with Stanford Health Library. Allergic diseases are increasingly prevalent in the United States, affecting nearly 1 in 4 children. Anna Chen Arroyo, MD, will discuss the latest research on allergic diseases among different Asian American ethnic groups and the impact of allergic diseases ...