Arbus Wellness

As finals get closer, it's important to stay connected, and studying with friends is a great way to prepare while staying social! Here's some places you can study as a group on campus!

Dana Porter Library 10th Floor
Davis Center Library Basement
St Jerome's Library

All these locations allow for groups to work together without having to worry too much about noise. Let us know where you like to study below!

Student Spotlight! I’m Lillian, and here’s how I stay connected throughout the school week!

Whenever I get a moment to breathe from studying, I love checking out the PAC for rec sports and jumping into pickup games. It’s such a fun way to stay active and meet new people on campus!
I also try to stay consistent with the gym! I’ll use the Waterloo school gym when I can, but if it’s too busy during peak hours, I head over to Crunch Waterloo to get a good workout in.
Afterwards, I always treat myself to a post-workout snack or meal nearby. Some of my favourite spots are Bao, Vincenzo’s for a sandwich, and all-you-can-eat sushi if I feel like going all out!

Let me know how you stay connected during the week! 💛

Looking for a place to stay active this semester? 🏋️‍♂️

Regular physical activity can help reduce stress, improve mood, and boost focus during busy weeks of classes and studying.
Finding a space to move your body can be a great way to support your overall well-being as a student, and free access to PAC and CIF make it that much easier.

Even a short workout can make a difference!

Sleep is essential for brain health. Prioritizing quality sleep supports both your mental and physical well-being!

Student Spotlight! Here's what Nirbhik does to stay connected during the week!
Study Groups: I often meet classmates in study groups to review material, prepare for exams, and help each other understand difficult topics.

Campus Events: Campus events are a great way to meet new people, explore different interests, and stay involved in the university community.

Library: The library is one of my favorite places to study, focus on assignments, and occasionally run into classmates working on the same things.

Let us know some of the ways you stay connected!

Here’s your quick ergonomics reminder for healthier typing 💻

Long lectures and study sessions can mean spending hours at your desk.
Small adjustments to your setup can help reduce neck, back, and wrist strain.
You don’t need a perfect setup. Just make these small adjustments when you can!

Here’s a quick reminder to move during study marathons 📚🧠✨

When we sit for hours, our bodies get stiff, our energy dips, and focusing can feel harder. So move your body during study breaks!

Music has powerful benefits for the brain. 🎧🧠 Here are some ways it supports our mind and well-being!

Stress is your brain's way of keeping you safe, but sometimes it needs a little help calming down. Here are 3 simple ways to quiet your amygdala when it goes into overdrive. Save this for when you need it! ❤️

Student Spotlight! I'm Bree, and here's how I stay connected throughout the school week!
Every week, I talk to people from my groups for school assignments. Group work seems like a drag, but it's actually a great way to meet new people you can rely on throughout the semester!
Every Tuesday I go to the University of Waterloo Pokémon Club! There I hang out with friends, play cards, and relax after a busy three hour lecture. Clubs are an awesome way to spend time with friends and meet likeminded people!
Every Thursday I go to a local card shop called Atlas Collectables and play competitive Pokémon cards. Card shops are a great third space, and trading cards are a great hobby for meeting people and having some fun!
Let us know some of the ways you stay connected!

Here’s your quick Meal Kits for Gym Bros 🍱💪
Trying to hit protein while juggling classes, work, and the gym can feel impossible, but it doesn’t have to be. This “meal kit ladder” helps you choose the level of effort and budget that fits your week.