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Health & Wellness at UMass Boston
Explore resources, events, and services designed to support your wellbeing, build resilience, and help you thrive on and off campus.
Mindfulness & Mental Health
KORU Mindfulness® Drop-In Sessions
Take a pause with KORU, a mindfulness program designed specifically for college students. Developed at Duke University, these drop-in sessions offer research-backed tools to help reduce stress and boost your overall wellbeing.
All experience levels welcome - come once or every week!
Want a session at a different time? Email wellness@umb.edu.
Why Try Wellness?
Practicing mindfulness can help you:
- Sleep better
- Reduce stress & anxiety
- Improve focus & memory
- Build resilience & stronger relationships
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training
Learn how to recognize signs of mental health challenges and substance use disorders, and how to support a peer in crisis. This nationally recognized training equips you with the confidence and tools to respond effectively.
Interested in a training for yourself or a group? Email Counseling.Center@umb.edu.
Who Should Attend?
Student leaders, coaches, faculty, staff, students, and anyone supporting young adults.
Harm Reduction & Substance Use Support
Free Narcan Kits & Overdose Prevention Tools
Narcan (naloxone) is a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses and save lives. All students, staff, and faculty can receive a free Narcan kit, which includes:
- Narcan spray
- Fentanyl & xylazine test strips
- CPR face shield
Pick up a kit at UHS General Medicine—no name or appointment needed. We will offer an optional brief demo with a provider.
Learn how to use Narcan:
Behavioral Addictions and Substance Use (BASU) Peer Support Group
The Behavioral Addictions & Substance Use (BASU) Group is a bi-weekly peer-led space for students reflecting on their relationship with substances or behavioral patterns. During group meetings, participants will find a safe space where they can share their concerns and/or experience(s) around addiction.
*There are no meetings during the summer.
Safer Sex & Reproductive Health
sExpress: Free Safer Sex Supplies Program
Discreet, fast, and free. Order safer sex supplies online and choose to pick up at UHS or have them delivered to your Parcel Pending locker (for on-campus residents).
Orders processed within 7 business days.
Available Supplies:
- Latex and latex-free external condoms
- Dental dams (flavored)
- Emergency contraception
- Lubricants
- Pregnancy tests
Need Supplies Right Now?
No worries. You can grab condoms anytime from:
- UHS Lobby (Quinn Building, Floor 2) - FREE!
- U-Market (East Residence Hall, Floor 1)
Need emergency contraception? Call UHS for a free appointment.
*This is a time sensitive medication - do not wait to take this medication if you have had unprotected intercourse. Please access emergency contraception by purchase at a local pharmacy.
Request a Wellness Workshop or Presentation
Looking to bring a wellness topic to your team, class, or student org? We offer interactive, customizable workshops that meet students where they are - whether it’s a 15-minute de-stress session or a full hour on body image, communication, or self-care.
The Checkup: UHS Newsletters
Stay in the loop with "The Checkup," our quarterly email featuring wellness tips, campus events, and health updates.
Sign Up for Future Newsletters
Questions or Want to Get Involved?
We're here for you. Whether you want to bring a workshop to your group, request supplies, or learn more about a service - reach out to wellness@umb.edu!