Thrive in 5
Thrive in 5 is a brief interaction, created specifically for first-year Gusties, to help them successfully navigate life as a college student.
- We offer this program Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., without an appointment.
- Stop by the GustieWELL Office in the lower level of the Campus Center.
Thrive in 5 is facilitated by the Peer Assistants (trained and certified Peer Educators) as a guided conversation to:
- Share the stages of culture shock, allowing them to reflect on where they are at and prepare for future shifts
- Identify and reflect on the personal ways in which stress presents itself for them
- Discuss resilience-based strategies and set a plan to navigate stress
- Share supportive campus resources and opportunities to build connections at Gustavus
Sophomore Stride
Sophomore Stride is a one-on-one guided conversation for delving into some of the most common stressors and obstacles Gusties face during their second year.
- We offer this program Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., without an appointment.
- Stop by the GustieWELL Office in the lower level of the Campus Center.
PAs will focus on topics that participants self-identify with, such as:
- Refining your major
- Identity and self-differentiation
- Getting involved on campus
- Imposter syndrome
- Glorifying busyness
- Resiliency techniques
100 Hour Challenge
The 100 Hour Challenge occurs in February each year.
The 100 Hour Challenge is a campus-wide initiative to promote healthy choices surrounding alcohol.
By taking the pledge to either avoid binge drinking or alcohol use in general, this is an opportunity to step back and reflect on a relationship that could otherwise go unchecked, but also to support and affirm those who already live by this choice.
Project 21
- We offer this program Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., without an appointment.
- Stop by the GustieWELL Office in the lower level of the Campus Center.
Project 21 helps students transition into legal drinking age with the skills and harm-reduction strategies to reduce negative consequences stemming from excessive alcohol use. Students receive an email invitation the week leading into their 21st birthday, and talk through a positive plan for a safe, successful celebration and beyond.