Students, faculty and staff may consult with the Counseling Center regarding the mental health aspects of various student-related issues. Outreach programs can be modified to fit the special needs or concerns of various student groups. Upon request, we will gladly create specific programs geared toward improvement of the mental health and overall success of our campus community. In the past, requested topics have included time/stress management, goal setting, understanding depression, helping a distressed student/friend, test anxiety, motivation, communication in relationships, demystifying mental illness, and dealing with grief/loss.

In order to make a request, please complete the Outreach Request Form and send it to the Counseling Center or contact Dr. Susan Han at 5-2472.

 

SKILLS FOR SUCCESS WORKSHOP SERIES

 

"Skills for Success" is a series of workshops offered twice each semester. Students may come to all of the workshops or may choose to attend those that interest them most. There is no need to make an appointment. Join us on one of the following dates to enhance the skills needed for your success at UMBC. All workshops are held in the Commons, Room 327 from 12:00-12:45pm.

Can it wait until tomorrow? If this has become your motto, come find out how to change that. Increase your productivity and decrease your stress by understanding why you procrastinate and learn how to change that pattern.

Feeling stressed out? High stress levels are often experienced in an achievement-oriented academic environment and can wear you out physically and emotionally. This workshop is designed to help you learn strategies for reducing sources and symptoms of stress, and for coping with the stressors that can't be eliminated.

Where does the time go? Learn strategies and techniques for working more efficiently, feeling more in control of your schedule, and making time for relaxing activities.

Do you forget everything you studied as soon as you get the exam? Do you get so nervous that you find it hard to concentrate? In this workshop, learn strategies to deal with the anxiety related to studying and test taking. Understand and change the behaviors and thoughts that interfere with successful performance.

Do you ever struggle to stay motivated? At times, it can be hard to feel motivated to do the work you really care about. This workshop will teach you tips and tools to keep you going and help you feel you can get your work done.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, over-worked or over-stressed? Come to this workshop and get re-energized! Stop by to enjoy some snacks, talk with fellow students, and learn some strategies to get you through finals!