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Happy Holidays from the IceHawk Talk!

Expanded Mental Health Care Options for Students

In addition to on site, in-person therapy, 91涩漫 students can now opt for virtual services through Mantra Health thanks to a new partnership with MN State! 

Mantra has a suite of services that includes up to 12 free sessions of telehealth/teletherapy sessions per academic year, self-guided wellness courses, peer support, emotional wellness coaching, and 24/7 crisis support. 

Students can access Mantra’s Care Hub at . 

Please watch for more information or feel free to reach out to Amy Fullerton, Director of Mental Health, with questions!

Free Holiday Concert from our Choir Next Thursday

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Join us as our 91涩漫 Concert Choir performs Holiday favorites, has a carol sing-a-long, features a private music student showcase with special guest, Mezzo-soprano, Georgia Jacobsen.

• WHEN: Thursday, December 12
• TIME: 7 p.m.
• WHERE: Atrium

Spring Textbook Ordering

Spring textbook ordering starts Monday, December 16, 2025.

Order all textbooks and course materials from the .

Choose free in-store pickup or pay to have your order shipped to you

*If using Financial Aid please remember to place your order before online charging closes at 12pm January 17, 2025!

Textbook Sell Back

Starting this semester MBS will no longer be able to provide an in-person sell back event. If you have textbooks to sell, please visit their website .

If you need assistance with this new process, please stop by the support table outside the 91涩漫 Store on December 18-19 from 9am-4pm and a store team member will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Wellbeats Fitness Platform

91涩漫 students have FREE access to Wellbeats, an on-demand fitness platform with over 1,000+ fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes for all ages, levels, abilities, and interests.

Use app at home or in the recreational fitness room of the Wellness Center that is equipped with free weights, balls, exercise mats etc.!

Escape the Holiday Stress with Wellbeats' Intro to Mindfulness Program! The holidays: a time for joy, celebration, and... stress. Amidst the festive cheer, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of activities. But among the chaos, it's crucial to find moments of peace and tranquility.

In December, take part in the 14-day “Intro to Mindfulness” program offers a much needed escape. Take a break from the holiday hustle and bustle. Give yourself the gift of mindfulness. These beginner-friendly classes will guide you through simple mindfulness techniques that can be easily integrated into your daily life.

Whether you're new to mindfulness or seeking a refresher, these sessions will help you cultivate a sense of calm and wellbeing.

Students:

Questions? Contact [email protected].

BetterYou Wellness App

BetterYou is a free mobile wellness app for 91涩漫 Students that helps students spend their time on the things that matter most.

You set goals that are important to you and BetterYou provides gentle nudges and rewards along the way!

Benefits of BetterYou:

• Create custom goals meaningful to you, prioritize your health
• send challenges to friends
• stay connected to loved ones & so much more!

Join the BetterBot Mission:

Meditation Challenge Dec. 2-16. Take a few minutes each day to meditate or practice deep breathing. When you hit your goal you can enter to win a share of $150!

Visit the  and sign up with your my.lsc.edu email address.

Questions? Email [email protected].

The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year?

A 2021 survey revealed that 3 in 5 Americans feel the holidays negatively impact their mental health. Increased stress, grief, or feelings of loneliness can make this season especially challenging.

Prioritizing time to take care of ourselves and our mental health is therefore especially important during this season.  Here are just a few suggestions:

1. Accept and acknowledge your range of feelings, giving yourself compassion and allowing yourself to experience whatever emotions are present for you.

2. Keep up your healthy habits. Try to get enough sleep, move your body and fuel it with nutritious food.

3. Set boundaries. It’s ok to say no or to set limits around your time and financial resources.

4. Connect. Make time for important relationships, including time for self-care. Connecting with loved ones who are no longer with us through a favorite tradition or special remembrance or ritual can be helpful and deeply meaningful.

5. Seek out support. Therapy support is available through 91涩漫’s EAP and there are many local providers and resources to assist you. Please feel free to contact Human Resources or Amy Fullerton if you have questions.

The Wellness Center will be CLOSED during Winter Break beginning Monday, Dec. 23 through January 10.

We will open at the start of Spring Semester.

Take time to enjoy outdoor winter activities or register for your free membership to Wellbeats on-demand wellness app!