Events

Upcoming Health Studies Events

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Data walk

Data Walk

Join the University of Richmond in partnership with Voices for Virginia’s Children, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, and Bon Secours as we explore new maps and charts from Unpacking the Census and engage in dialogue about a path forward for the children of the Richmond region. The data walk will focus on general demographics of children in the region and on education, economic security and health components. Register here.

Past Health Studies Events

A&S NEXT

 

Health Studies was well represented at A&S Next. Assistant professors Courtney Blondino and Margaret Tait facilitated a case study on Balancing the Business of Healthcare while Nigel James moderated one on Tackling Youth Mental Health: Developing a Roadmap for Richmond. 

Study Break 2024

Fall Study Break '24

Faculty and students joined us for our Fall Study Break on Wednesday, December 11 from 1:00-3:00 in the Health Studies suite, G21 Richmond Hall. There were yummy treats, winter themed games, and relaxing coloring activities. Goodie bags were given to the first 20 students.

Revive! Narcan training

Revive!

Save a life with Naloxone training. Faculty, staff, and students attended REVIVE! training presented by Det. Angie Dubose, URPD, and Kelly Fugate, Prevention and Recovery Support Coordinator Well-Being Center. The department is hoping to offer this again in the spring. If interested in more information, email Stephanie Fillman.
HS Ice Cream Social

Health Studies Ice Cream Social

Students and faculty celebrated the close of the first 4 weeks of the semester with the 4th Annual Health Studies Ice Cream Social. This WOW Signature Event was open to all. Held in the Garden of the Five Lions tasty frozen treats were available on September 20 from 3:30-4:30. 
HS Scavenger Hunt

Health Studies Scavenger Hunt

Ever wonder what exactly is Health Studies? All students were welcome to discover Health Studies through the Discovering Health Studies Scavenger Hunt. This WOW featured event was a photo scavenger hunt that explored various places on campus that relate to physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being. Students could participate individually or in groups and won prizes for uploading photos.