Jul 30 Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Skills Symposium 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., July 30, 2025 This full-day symposium for staff and faculty, hosted by the Office of Public Safety, invites you to explore the psychology behind conflict, develop practical tools for navigating tense interactions, and strengthen your confidence when addressing challenges with students, colleagues, and the public. Human Resources experts will be participating as presenters.
Oct 30 Pet-A-Pup: Take a PAWS in Your Day (Student Union, North Ballroom) 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Oct. 30, 2026 Take a PAWS in your day with therapy dogs. Stress relief & comfort with specially trained furry friends from Life & Work Connections & Pet Partners of Southern Arizona.
Nov 17 Pet-A-Pup: Take a PAWS in Your Day (North Rec) 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Nov. 17, 2026 Take a PAWS in your day with therapy dogs. Stress relief & comfort with specially trained furry friends from Life & Work Connections & Pet Partners of Southern Arizona.
Dec 03 Balancing the holidays with social anxiety 11 – 11:30 a.m., Dec. 3, 2026 The holidays can be a stressful time of year, especially with social anxiety. Learning what social anxiety is and how to find health coping strategies can help provide balance through the holiday season.
Jan 26 Self-Care: Making it Work for You 10 – 10:30 a.m., Jan. 26, 2027 Does self-care keep getting pushed to the bottom of your to-do list? If the idea of adding one more task to your day sounds exhausting, this session is for you. You'll learn small, realistic self-care steps that fit into daily life, no extra hours or guilt required. Leave with practical ways to make your well-being a priority you can actually maintain.
Feb 16 Solving the CASES of Stress 10 – 10:45 a.m., Feb. 16, 2027 When life gets overwhelming, it's not always clear where to start. This workshop offers practical, real-world techniques for managing stress during tough or unexpected periods, from sudden changes to ongoing pressure. You'll learn to prioritize what matters most, find helpful resources, and create space to regroup. Ideal for anyone who could use a clearer plan for handling life's harder stretches,
Mar 25 Is it Job Stress or Burnout 10 – 10:45 a.m., March 25, 2027 Stress at work is common, but it doesn't always stay small. This workshop helps you spot the line between everyday job stress and burnout, understand how burnout shows up at work, and act before it takes a bigger toll. You'll leave with a clearer picture of where you stand and a plan to manage stress before it becomes harder to recover from.