Dyson Wellness Center

If you are experiencing some winter blues, this image highlights healthy strategies that can help combat these seasonal feelings. If you or a fellow NCC student could benefit from additional support from Dyson, email us at dysonwellness@noctrl.edu or call us at 630-637-5550.

Today, we celebrate both the life and achievements of the key leader in the civil rights movement, Martin Luther King Jr. MLK and his contemporaries had a tremendous impact on the advancement of civil rights, but there is still much to be done. Source: rb.gy/re3sgc

4 days into the semester how are you feeling? A new semester provides a fresh start but you don’t have to think of it as overwhelming. Instead, take it day by day. Wake up each morning, check in with yourself, and go from there.

The Dyson Wellness Center is hiring Peer Health Educators for next school year! We encourage you to apply for the position if you are interested. The application deadline is January 21st! The direct link to the application is here: northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/9079

On January 11th and February 1st, students, faculty, and staff who are not fully vaccinated or eligible for a booster shot are encouraged to attend the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic. The vaccine is free. Bring your NCC ID and insurance card. Visit bit.ly/3mfdrOm or link in bio

Take a moment to follow along with this breathing practice. Focusing on your breath is a quick and easy way to de-stress and recenter yourself. Save this video to use it first thing in the morning and throughout your day!

With finals this week, it is important to reflect on the well-rounded education and life lessons you will take away from this semester. As you take your finals this week, try your best! We are all proud of how far you have come this semester, and we wish you the best of luck!

A big thank you to everyone who was able to attend the “Breathe Easy” event tonight! As the semester ends, it is important to find healthy ways decompress and de-stress. We wish everyone good luck on their finals!

The Dyson Wellness Center offers a variety of mental health, counseling, and advocacy services. To schedule an appointment call 630-637-5554 or email dysonwellness@noctrl.edu

Although anxiety is a serious mental health condition, effective treatments are available to prevent the condition from impairing the education of a college student. The resources described here help students overcome anxiety and lead a happier, healthier life.

Dyson encourages everyone who has any of the symptoms on this chart to be COVID tested immediately upon onset of symptoms (with the exception of “itchy eyes”, this is primarily associated with allergies) and should also have a repeat test 3-5 days later. PCR testing is preferred.

One of the many healthy ways to reduce stress is by having an at home spa day! Here is a step by step pamper guide that can help you reduce your stress and leave you feeling good! Don’t forgot to “treat yo self” - Donna and Tom from Parks and Recreation

here at Dyson we want to wish everyone a Happy Halloween Weekend and provide some saftey tips for those that may be choosing to go out this Halloween!🎃

Driving with any alcohol in your system is extremely dangerous. Drive sober or have a designated driver to prevent accidents.

On October 18th and 19th, students, faculty, and staff who are not fully vaccinated are encouraged to attend the next COVID-19 and Flu Shot Vaccine Clinic. Vaccines are free, just bring your Cardinal ID! To register, visit bit.ly/3mfdrOm or use the College's link in bio.

In honor of National Domestic Violence Month, @dysonwellness hosted Chalk the Walk, an event where Cardinals came together to write messages of support, as well as statistics regarding domestic violence to raise awareness.

Thank you to everyone that came out to our first event this semester, Games and Mingle! Check out our next event October 1st Ingredients to a Healthy Relationship. Come enjoy some ice cream with us from 12:30-1:30 on Jefferson lawn!

Mark in your calendar the Games and Mingle event this Thursday, September 16th from 12:30-1:30pm on Jefferson Lawn! There will be fun games and a chance to win a raffle prize! We hope to see you there!

On September 13 & 14, students, faculty & staff who are not fully vaccinated are encouraged to attend the next #COVID19 Vaccine Clinic, hosted by @dysonwellness. A reminder that vaccines are free, just bring your Cardinal ID! Register: bit.ly/3mfdrOm #VaxUpNC #TogetherNC

Here are some healthy ways to cope with stress. Check out the CDC website for additional ways to cope with stress. You can also download North Central’s telehealth app “Timely Care” to schedule an appointment regarding your physical and mental health!