Wellness Day Events Planned
There will be no undergraduate classes for most students on Wednesday, Sept. 23, for the Fall 2026 Wellness Day. A number of events have been planned on campus for members of the University community.
Students in the School of Law or the School of Medicine should check with their school if they are unsure about their class schedule on the day.
Coffee, Creative Donuts, and Conversation!
- Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Location: Morrissey Hall Atrium (next to the chess piece)
- Details: Start your wellness day off with fresh coffee, hot chocolate, and a fancy donut toppings bar. The Medical Family Therapy Program and Clinical Psychology Program will have mental health, wellness, and neurodiversity-affirming information at booths, too. Visitors may even see some dogs there as well.
Hiking with SLU Wilderness Adventure Club
- Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Location: Carpool to West Tyson State Park
- Details: Take a break and enjoy the outdoors with SLU’s Wilderness Adventure Club. Join WAC for a hike at West Tyson State Park and Lone Elk Park. The trip is open to everyone, including non-WAC members. WAC members attend free; non-members pay $5. Fill out the interest form while logged into your SLU email. Note: This is only an interest form, not an official invitation. For questions contact lauren.roskopf@slu.edu.
Crafts, Puzzles, Coloring, and More in Pius Library
- Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location: Pius Library, floors 1 and 2
- Details: Take a well-deserved break at Pius Library. Create a journal at the staffed table on the 1st floor, or visit the 2nd floor for coloring, puzzles, word games, and more. Journal-making assistance will be available, while 2nd-floor activities can be enjoyed at a person's own pace.
Bracelets and Belonging
- Time: 10:30 a.m. to noon
- Location: Simon Recreation Center – Lower Level Juice Bar Area
- Details: Stop by and make a friendship bracelet to share with a friend, loved one, or to keep. Supplies provided.
SAB Fall Carnival
- Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Location: Gonzaga Parking Lot (Between Spring Hall and Simon Recreation Center)
- Details: Join the Student Activities Board for their inaugural Fall Carnival. There will be free food, carnival rides, face painting, balloon animals, and much more
Wellness Welcome from SLU and the Billiken Family Network
- Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location: Busch Student Center 2nd Floor North Lobby
- Details: “Someone Who Absolutely Knows You? They’ve Got You Covered!” – Did a family member send you a little extra love with a SWAK U Welcome Package? Stop by to pick it up, packed with wellness goodies, feel-good treats, and helpful essentials to help you thrive all semester long. Not sure if you have a package waiting? Email parents@slu.edu.
Voter Registration
- Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
- Location: West Pine, outside the Center for Global Citizenship
- Details: Join the SLUVotes group in getting the nonpartisan information you need for the Nov. 3 election. Registration closes Oct. 7th for Missouri. At the table, visitors can get links to register to vote and questions answered about voting options. Make sure to have your voice and opinion heard in this year’s midterms.
Rock Climbing with SLU Wilderness Adventure Club at Upper Limits
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Location: Upper Limits Climbing Gym (Maryland Heights)
Details: Climbing top rope with other SLU students for Wellness Day at the Maryland Heights Upper Limits climbing gym. Price will be $19 plus tax, which includes rental gear. Students must show their Student ID to get this special day pass rate. Fill out the interest form. Text Adam Henderson at (512) 636-4136 with any questions.
Duo Touch Therapy Dogs
- Time: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Location: Pius Library (or right outside on West Pine)
- Details: Stop by and hang out with Duo’s Touch Therapy Dogs.