Stress Less Fest is moving online to help you de-stress from home.
We have a variety of virtual activities to choose from, including dance sessions, laughter yoga and therapy dogs!
Check out all our activities below and register for the ones you'd like to attend.
When: 1–11 June
How do you manage stress during exam time? Head over to the Student Life Facebook page and share your tips. The most creative answer will win a Nintendo Switch!
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Get active by joining this fun 45-minute training session run by a personal trainer.
Each person works at their own pace, making it perfect for beginners through to the advanced, with different progressions available for each exercise. We'll keep you inspired while you are living, studying, and keeping active all in your own home.
When: 1–1.30pm, Wednesday 3 June
Did you know that laughter is the fastest way to connect both sides of the brain, making it easier to retain information?
Join the Student Life team for laughter yoga online – there are no downward dogs or yoga poses – just laughing, rhythmic clapping and intentional breathing to get those happy hormones flowing.
When: 3.30-4.30pm, Friday 5 June
Learn how to disco from the comfort of your kitchen or lounge room.
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Join the Student Life team for a meditation, mindfulness and self-care session with therapy dogs!
You will be guided through mindfulness exercises with the help our friendly therapy dogs as a peaceful and positive focal point.
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Ever wondered what you'd look like as a cartoon character? Have a caricaturist draw your very own caricature portrait from the comfort of your own home.
When: 2-3pm, Friday 5 June
Take a break from your studies and play some games with the VU Vollies team.
Games include Pictionary (Scribbl.io) and Trivia (Kahoot).
When: 3.30–4.30pm, Tuesday 2 June
Get career and job ready while you're in lockdown with tips and advice from VU Employ.
When: 3.30–4.30pm, Tuesday 9 June
Explore your future career in this fun, creative and hands-on workshop where you build with LEGO. Just BYO LEGO, pens and sticky notes!
When: 11-11.30am, Tuesday 9 June
Emails scams are still the number one way people and companies get hacked, but if you learn a couple of steps you can be confident using email safely.
Come along and see if you can truly spot a scam email by playing a game!
When: 1.30–1.45pm daily
VU Elevenses are a part of VU's mental health and wellbeing response to COVID-19. The program focuses on six key lifestyle areas to promote mental health. Join us each day for tips and strategies that can support you to feel your best during this strange time (and into the future).
Come to one or all of the sessions below:
Join VU Counselling for a series of workshops where you will hear from our counsellors about how to understand yourself better, manage thoughts, cope with emotions, and build resilience. You will also get some practical skills and strategies to try out after each session!
Come to one or all of the sessions below.
When: 3-3.30pm, various dates
If you're feeling stressed and need support, please call VU Counselling on +61 3 9919 5400.
VUSU and Hyde Magazine's Stress Less Colouring Book is filled with beautiful pieces of art for exactly what you need to relax, take your mind away from study and express yourself with colour.
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Relax with VUSU and Yogamigos for an hour-long yoga class for self-care and replenishment.
When: 2-4pm, Monday 8 June
Grab your favourite beverage and join VUSU and Port Art for a 'Paint and Sip' class. All art supplies are included, so don't forget to secure your spot!
When: 1–5 June
Get involved with VUSU's scavenger hunt on their Facebook page.
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Want to know more about joining or starting a club? Come along to an info and games session to meet club representatives and win some amazing prizes.
Supporting respectful and equal relationships is very important to our VU community.
If you're taking some time for yourself during Stress Less Fest, check out these new online resources from Respect & Responsibility to learn about consent and respectful relationships.
