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UNCSA is committed to our community's mental health and overall wellness; it's important to remember it's always the right time to take care of yourself and ensure others are doing the same.

Keep reading to learn about campus resources, initiatives and how UNCSA students, faculty and staff are prioritizing their health on campus and beyond.

Take Five Features

Chelsea Rose

Balancing Creativity & Self-Care

In this candid conversation, School of Drama student Chelsea Rose, shares her journey of navigating the pressures of college life and her craft at UNCSA. From running a cupcake business to dealing with financial struggles, Chelsea opens up about how she learned the power of rest, self-compassion and community support.

Student Resources

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Counseling Services
On-campus counseling for students
Full-time counselors help students identify stresses, explore acceptable forms of emotional expression and behavior, and establish healthy mental attitudes to facilitate both personal and professional growth.
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Uwill
Free teletherapy for students
With Uwill, any UNCSA student will have free, immediate access to teletherapy online, as well as a mental health crisis line. Licensed clinical therapists are available for virtual appointments 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year, including extended holiday and summer breaks.
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Health Services
On-campus health care for students
Medical services are provided by a team consisting of a Board Certified Family Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, and certified medical assistant. UNCSA partners with Wake Forest Baptist Health Sports Medicine Physicians.
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Fitness Center
Free fitness center for students
Our facility is conveniently located next to the Artist Village residence hall and is supervised by a team of dedicated staff. The Fitness Center aims to make personal health and wellness accessible in a positive and nurturing environment.
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Student Assistance/Support
One-on-one support for students
Student Assistance and Support provides one-on-one support, including interventions, advocacy, referrals and follow up for students who are experiencing difficulties related to mental health, physical health, personal and family emergencies, financial issues and/or other areas of concern.
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Urise Wellness
Free on-demand wellness programming
Using the Uwill platform, students can discover virtual wellness programs. From yoga and meditation to self-care and stress relief, Urise Wellness offers tips, tutorials, and practices to help you discover greater focus, balance, and joy. Students can access through the Wellness Resources Tab in the UWill app.
  

Permanent Employee Resources

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Headspace
Full-time Benefit Eligible Employees (.75FTE or greater) and their dependents, who are age 18 and older and household members.
Headspace Care offers on-demand, confidential mental healthcare through coaching via text-based chats, skill-building resources, and video-based therapy and psychiatry—all from the privacy of your smartphone. Headspace Care is available in Spanish.
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Employee Assistance Program
Full-time Benefit Eligible Employees (.75FTE or greater) and their dependents, who are age 18 and older and household members.
The UNCSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Program provides support, resources and information, for personal and work-life issues – at no charge. This is university-sponsored, confidential, for faculty, staff and members of their households. The program is administered through a third-party provider, ComPsych(opens in new ta.
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Fitness Center
Low-cost, on-campus fitness center for permanent employees
Our facility is conveniently located next to the Artist Village residence hall and is supervised by a team of dedicated staff. The Fitness Center aims to make personal health and wellness accessible in a positive and nurturing environment.

Campus Initiatives

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College Life
A community for university students
Sharing ideas, collaborating, being creative is what is best about living amongst a community of artists. Our spaces are places to meet friends and a future network in the performing arts and entertainment industry.
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High School Life
A community for high school students
High school students have the opportunity to attend UNCSA performances, on-campus activities and connect through student clubs and organizations, many of which are specific to the high school experience.
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Institutional Engagement
Advancing student success through support and advocacy
The Division of Institutional Engagement is steadfast in aligning services, curriculum, and programs with the broad goals of UNCSA’s strategic plan. 
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Student Engagement
Connect with other students
Looking to connect with other students outside of the practice and studio rooms or classrooms? The Office of Student Engagement is designed just for you.
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Mindfulness Group
Every Wednesday in the Library
Join Dance Faculty Emerita Trish Casey for a weekly Mindful Lunch Hour. Experience a brief respite from stress and anxiety and a dip into mindful attention and kindness. 
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Listening Post
An encouragement resource for students

A safe space for students to receive encouragement during their intensive arts education. Be fed. Be heard. Be well.