The Virtual Career Fair is on Wednesday, November 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Handshake. Watch for an e-mail from Jen Bennett with all the details. Questions? Contact Jen at bennett.1075@osu.edu.

Research shows that taking purposeful breaks from studying to refresh your brain and body increases your energy, productivity and ability to focus! The Ohio State women’s basketball team is hosting an Ohio State Colleges “Study Break” at their game on Tuesday, December 5 vs. Ohio University. All students get in FREE by entering through the Schottenstein Center’s Southwest Nuthouse entrance. All you need to do is show your BuckID. Free refreshments and snacks will be provided for all students who attend!

Know someone who’s considering a career in optometry? Please share the info below with prospective students, academic advisors, high-school counselors, career centers, pre-optometry or health science clubs and/or anyone in your network that may be able to raise awareness about optometry as a career! All are welcome!

The Ohio State University College of Optometry offers you a special opportunity to explore careers in optometry, tour our clinical facilities, learn more about the admissions process, and meet with college faculty, students, and administrators at our Fall Visit Day on Saturday, December 2. We encourage high school and college students, as well as any academic and career counselors to attend this event.

Register online using the Visit Day RSVP page.

It may be October, but midterms season doesn’t have to be spooky. Struggling with focus, motivation, and time management as you prepare for your exams? The Dennis Learning Center offers workshops, accountability groups, and one-on-one academic coaching sessions. Find more information at the Dennis Learning Center website.

Four free COVID-19 rapid tests can be ordered through the federal government’s COVID.gov website. The tests will be delivered directly to you. You can also place an order via the telephone at 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489). More information about this government program is available on the COVID.gov FAQ page. Additional information about COVID testing is available on Ohio State’s Safe and Healthy Buckeyes website . The government COVID site also includes information about free testing options and local retailers where testing is available as well as general information about COVID.

SKY Happiness Retreat is a high-impact 16-hour total well-being training offered to thousands of university students, faculty, and staff across the country. The SKY Happiness Retreat introduces SKY Meditation, an evidence-based meditation practice integrated with breath work that can significantly increase one’s well-being and calmness, and significantly reduces anxiety and stress markers.

The course features interactive group processes, experiential learning, emotional intelligence training, breathwork, yoga, and evidence-based meditation. It’s one of the coolest places to connect with yourself, make new friends, and most importantly, have fun!

Location: Denney Hall, 164 Annie and John Glenn Ave, Columbus, OH 43210

Dates and Times:
Friday, November 3, 6 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, November 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, November 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Apply online using the Google Form for the SKY Happiness Retreat.

Jen Bennett, Director of Student Services, 614-292-2973, bennett.1075@osu.edu

Heidi Bosworth, Special Event Coordinator, 614-247-1636, bosworth.31@osu.edu

Candace Johnson, Assistant Director of Admissions, 614-292-4247, johnson.5380@osu.edu

Kiara Occulis, Admissions Counselor, 614-292-1190, occulis.1@osu.edu

Becca Roby, Assistant Director of Student Services 614-292-0497, roby.77@osu.edu

Dr. Shawn Levstek continues to be available to students via teletherapy on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and also will be available for in-person sessions on Mondays in Fry Hall 539, if desired. All students with questions or concerns can contact Dr. Levstek directly via e-mail at levstek.4@osu.edu. In addition, all Counseling and Consultation Service counseling resources remain available, and that office can also be reached at 614-292-5766 for crisis or urgent support, 24/7