UFlourish Library
Find a variety of content and resources archived or summarized from previous programming at UFlourish
Tools for managing eco-grief and climate anxiety
During UFlourish, the Office of Sustainability presented a two-part event series that addressed feelings of eco-grief and eco-anxiety, climate grief, and highlighted the interconnections between resilience and well-being.
The event series was facilitated by Jodi Lammiman, Founder of Refugia Retreats and Alana-Dawn Eirikson, UCalgary Office of Sustainability.
6 principles to inform inclusive campuses for neurodivergent people
To increase engagement in post-secondary settings, The Sinneave Family Foundation (Sinneave) in partnership with autistic self-advocates, developed a set of six principles that make post-secondary places and spaces more accessible for all.
Creating a campus culture of connection
In this thought-provoking keynote, Richard Lee-Thai normalizes the discussion of loneliness and unpacks the science of connection. Making meaningful connections can be easier than you think and you never know how any connection can transform your life!
How diet influences mental health and resilience
Understanding how nutrients affect the brain allows individuals to explore alternate methods to address and improve mental health concerns. Along with supportive behavioural and family therapy approaches, scientific research supports the importance of incorporating dietary education and thoughtful nutrient intake to improve mental health and wellness.
The webinar was presented by Dr. Bonnie Kaplan, PhD, Professor Emeritus at UCalgary’s Cumming School of Medicine.
Discover cybersecurity essentials with UCalgary's IT Department
UCalgary's IT department hosted an informative (Halloween-themed) session delving into the essential aspects of cybersecurity, providing practical insights to navigate the digital landscape. Discover strategies to address cyberbullying, handle online threats, securely share content and much more.
This webinar was presented by Mark Sly, IT Director, and Leanne Wu, Assistant Professor (Teaching), Faculty of Science, Department of Computer Science.
6 principles to inform a supportive and neurodiverse campus
Discover effective strategies to support neurodivergent individuals in educational and work environments.
How to conquer loneliness and build social courage
Student Wellness Services counsellor Thomas Ambrozaitis says developing social connections is important to one’s health and well-being.
Handling difficult conversations in the workplace
UCalgary alum and senior organizational development consultant offers some advice.
Flourishing tips from the UCalgary community
We asked our community how they flourish during the academic year. Check out their tips.
5 tips from a financial educator on how to achieve financial well-being
Hint: it’s a marathon, not a sprint.
Whole-foods diet can lead to better mental health, research shows
Research psychologist and professor emerita, Dr. Bonnie Kaplan, PhD, discusses how diet influences brain health.
Eco-grief: How to cope with the emotional impacts of climate change
Mental health can be another side effect of environmental degradation.
7 tips on how to flourish from home
Breaks, self-care, sleep and work routines key to building and maintaining well-being while working and learning from home.
How to do social justice work compassionately
Calling in, calling out, and when (or when not) to do what.