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We are committed to providing care that is sensitive and respectful of the needs of our diverse students by providing a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment. All are welcome here.
You are welcome here.
CAPS is committed to inclusion, strives to provide respectful treatment to students of every background, and is a safe and affirming space on campus.
Free programs, events, classes, and services hosted by the University Health Center to help UGA students thrive physically, mentally, and socially.
UGA is a global community with ties to various regions of the world. CAPS recognizes the traumatic impact that armed conflict can have, even when we are not physically present or directly involved. We are here to help students navigate through these difficult times. Please contact us at 706-542-2273 and ask to speak to a crisis counselor, or view our array of services. Employees can visit the Employee Assistance Program website or call 1-844-243-4440.
Tuesday’s 3:30-5:00p. In-person.
Crafty Coping Club
Wednesday, January 22nd 2025
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Event Location: University Health Center - Fontaine Center
55 Carlton St, Athens, GA
A safe space designed for students who need community or support!
More DetailsNutrition Kitchen: $5 Cooking Class
Thursday, January 23rd 2025
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Event Location: University Health Center - Health Promotion/ Fontaine Center
Learn how to cook a healthy meal with one of the dietitians the University Health Center in the Nutrition Kitchen. FYOS approved!
Call 706-542-8690 to register. $5 per class for students who have paid the health fee or $10 for non-fees paid students. Only available to UGA students. If you sign-up and do not end up attending the cooking class, you will be charged the class fee. If you cannot attend, please call remove yourself from the list so that another student can participate.
1/23/2025 | 4:30-6:00PM | Roasted Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese with Fruit (vegetarian) |
1/30/2025 | 4:30-6:00PM | Moroccan Chicken & Couscous |
2/5/2025 | 4:30-6:00PM | BBQ Tempeh Sandwich & Rainbow Salad (vegan) |
2/10/2025 | 4:30-6:00PM | Southwest Turkey Burger & Sweet Potato Fries |
2/27/2025 | 4:30-6:30PM | Cheese and Spinach Ravioli (vegetarian) |
3/14/2025 | 4:30-6:30PM | Mini Meat Pies and Key Lime Pie |
4/8/2025 | 4:30-6:30PM | Beef Bulgogi Kimbap |
For more information and to see the recipe archive, please visit: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/nutrition/kitchen/
More DetailsSober Curious Social
Thursday, January 23rd 2025
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Event Location: Tate Room 138
Thinking about starting Dry January or being alcohol-free for a month? Come meet other students. Free games!
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Support Dawgs: Well-being Resources and Campus Supports
Monday, January 27th 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Event Location: TBD
TBD
A 2 hour training that equips students with the knowledge of awareness of the campus supports and resources available to students to support their mental health well-being.
More DetailsSNAP Benefits Office Hours
Tuesday, January 28th 2025
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Event Location: Tate Student Center: Room 145
45 Baxter St, Athens, Georgia
Wondering if you could be eligible for SNAP benefits (formerly known as 'food stamps')? Come work with the SNAP coordinator and volunteers from the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia to see if you qualify. Also learn about other food resources available on and off campus.
*Please bring your state ID or driver’s licenses if interested in applying for SNAP. Additional documentation may be helpful to have during the application process, but may be submitted at a later time:
- Proof of university enrollment
- Proof of income (pay stubs or letter from employer)
- Proof of rent (lease or letter from landlord)
- Proof of utilities and medical expenses (bills or bank statements)
UMatter
Tuesday, January 28th 2025
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Event Location: MLC Rm. 147
48 Baxter St
Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander.
Support Dawgs and FYOS approved.
For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
More DetailsChange Stress into Success
Wednesday, January 29th 2025
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Event Location: OnlineJoin Event
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Dates and topics:
Crafty Coping Club
Wednesday, January 29th 2025
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Event Location: University Health Center - Fontaine Center
A safe space designed for students who need community or support!
More DetailsDawgs Dealing with It
Thursday, January 30th 2025
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Event Location: OnlineJoin Event
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at CAPS.
Dates and topics:
Nutrition Kitchen: $5 Cooking Class
Thursday, January 30th 2025
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Event Location: University Health Center - Health Promotion/ Fontaine Center
Learn how to cook a healthy meal with one of the dietitians the University Health Center in the Nutrition Kitchen. FYOS approved!
Call 706-542-8690 to register. $5 per class for students who have paid the health fee or $10 for non-fees paid students. Only available to UGA students. If you sign-up and do not end up attending the cooking class, you will be charged the class fee. If you cannot attend, please call remove yourself from the list so that another student can participate.
1/23/2025 | 4:30-6:00PM | Roasted Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese with Fruit (vegetarian) |
1/30/2025 | 4:30-6:00PM | Moroccan Chicken & Couscous |
2/5/2025 | 4:30-6:00PM | BBQ Tempeh Sandwich & Rainbow Salad (vegan) |
2/10/2025 | 4:30-6:00PM | Southwest Turkey Burger & Sweet Potato Fries |
2/27/2025 | 4:30-6:30PM | Cheese and Spinach Ravioli (vegetarian) |
3/14/2025 | 4:30-6:30PM | Mini Meat Pies and Key Lime Pie |
4/8/2025 | 4:30-6:30PM | Beef Bulgogi Kimbap |
For more information and to see the recipe archive, please visit: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/nutrition/kitchen/
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