06 October, 2024
Join us in celebrating World Mental Health Day on October 10, with a variety of activities happening throughout the week to promote mental well-being within the KAUST community.
This year’s theme is "It is Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace", and we’re bringing together departments across the university to host insightful workshops, peaceful yoga sessions, and empowering discussions. This week is all about creating spaces for meaningful conversations, movement, relaxation, and personal growth—because mental health matters!
Explore the wide range programs below:
Workshop | The Art of Communication: Building Effective Student-Supervisor Relationships
🗓️ Oct 8, 11:00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. 📍 B18, Level 4, Fellowship Hall
This workshop is organized by Student Counseling Services and is open only to KAUST graduate students and their spouses.
Sunset Yoga | An Evening of Tranquility and Movement
🗓 Oct 8, 5.45 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. 📍 King Abdullah Monument (KAM)
Organized by Campus and Community and open to all.
Tea and Talk | Free Tea and Conversation Related to Mental Health
🗓 Oct 9, 11.30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 📍 Campus Diner
Organized collaboratively by HSE and Student Counseling Services and open to all.
Workshop | Postpone No More: Overcoming Procrastination
🗓 Oct 9, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. 📍 B18, Level 4, Fellowship Hall
This workshop is organized by Student Counseling Services and is open only to KAUST graduate students and their spouses.
Panel Discussion | Beyond Labs and Lecture Halls: Prioritizing Mental Health in the Academic Workplace
🗓 Oct 10, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 📍 B19, Level 3, Hall 1
Organized by Student Counseling Services and open to all.
Lyra Well-being Session | Wellness Within Reach: World Mental Health Day Talk🗓 Oct 10, 10:00 a.m. 📍 Online Session
Organized by Human Resources (HR) and open only to KAUST Employees.
Refresh and Energize: Revitalizing Movement Session
🗓 Oct 10, 12.15 p.m. to12.45 p.m. 📍 Dance Studio, Harbor Sports Club (HSC)
Organized by Campus and Community and open to all
Mental Health Session by Bupa | Inner Calm, Outer Success
🗓 Oct 14, 11:00 a.m. 📍 Online SessionOrganized by Human Resources (HR) and open to all
How do you prioritize your well-being? This year’s Wellbeing Week campaign invites you to submit photos or videos of your self-care practices. Share on Instagram @KAUST.life or Facebook @GetEngagedKAUST using #WorldMentalHealthDay.
Selected entries will be featured throughout the week, inspiring others to explore new ways to care for their mental health.
The event is related to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3, which focuses on promoting good health and well-being.
This campaign is organized collaboratively by Campus and Community (C&C), Human Resources (HR), Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), Student Life and The KAUST School (TKS).