IWU NAMI On Campus
IWU NAMI on Campus aims to educate, advocate, and lead others in the pursuit of mental health rights and ending the stigma in regards to mental illness.
Illinois Wesleyan University's NAMI on Campus was formed to support students struggling with mental illness, and to support those who have peers who may be struggling. We aim to educate the campus about mental illness and counseling services available, advocate for mental health rights and lead the campus to end the stigma surrounding mental illness.
05/12/2018
Hello everyone!
Stop by the NAMI table in dugout between 11am-1pm this Friday and pick up a bag of de-stressors before finals. Check out Ivana Valencia mid-prep!
See you Friday. 😌
07/11/2018
Join us at NAMI talks next Wednesday, 7pm in CNS 101, to engage in explorations of various mental health topics. Bring your friends and break the stigma! We’ll have snacks too.
23/10/2018
In honor of National Bullying Prevention month, NAMI is partnering with Animation Entertainment Club to host a screening of the movie “A Silent Voice.” We hope to see you there, bring a friend! All are welcome.
Friday, October 26th, 8pm, Beckman Auditorium
29/08/2018
Hello all!
In light of Su***de Prevention Awareness month, NAMI will be taking part in Su***de Prevention Training on September 12th held by Counseling & Consultation services. If you’re interested, sign up at the NAMI table during the RSO fair tomorrow from 4-6pm!!
Additionally, you can stop by NAMI’s table in dugout between 11-1pm on September 11th, Su***de Prevention awareness day. Join us to learn more and get involved!
See you at the fair!
19/02/2018
http://www.pantagraph.com/opinion/columnists/article_4a3e1a7d-525d-5fe5-bd96-7f78628d1e80.html
Guest Commentary: Mental illness being addressed in McLean County A recent Pantagraph editorial about expanding services for those who have a mental illness and become incarcerated is just one of many articles the newspaper has published to make our
04/12/2017
Stop by the Dugout and take a finals de-stress bag! Study hard and talk mental health 💚
04/12/2017
04/12/2017
Come pick up a finals stress relief pack tomorrow in the Dugout from 11-1! See you then!!
22/11/2017
14/11/2017
IWU turkey feathered with thankful thoughts BLOOMINGTON — Instead of plucking the feathers of a Thanksgiving “turkey,” students and others passing through the Dugout at Illinois Wesleyan University on Monday added construction paper “feathers.”
14/11/2017
"There is no joy without gratitude." -Brené Brown
Thanks to those who contributed to our "positivity poultry!" Studies show that incorporating gratitude more into everyday life can improve sleep quality, reduce depressive symptoms, induce relaxation, and alleviate physical ailments. The area of positive psychology overall emphasizes building strengths, as opposed just correcting weaknesses. Positivity and gratitude are crucial parts of a solid base to improve overall well-being!
Keep your eyes open for our December event before finals! 💚
Sources: Duckworth et al., 2005; http://happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/ ; https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_gratitude_changes_you_and_your_brain
12/11/2017
Join us on Monday for our event, Positivity Poultry. We will be at the Dugout Counter from 11am-1pm creating a giant paper turkey with the feathers made out of what we are grateful for. You get to create your own feather to add to the turkey! See you there!
TW: binging, purging, bulimia, anorexia, eating disorders
You are not alone. There is help. There is hope.
Arnold Health Services
Hours: Monday-Friday
8:00am - 11:30am Walk-In
1:00pm - 4:30pm By Appointment*
(* 3:40pm is the last scheduled appointment)
Magill Hall - Lower Level
(309) 556-3107
Counseling and Consultation Services
Hours: 8:00-12:00 PM and 1:00-4:30pm
Location: Magill Hall, Lower Level
Phone: (309) 556-3052
"Some people might not believe you, but I believe you. Just reach out to someone. It doesn't have to be someone you know, but anyone."
"Remember, bipolar disorder is a medical condition, not a person's fault, or their whole identity..."
25/09/2017
Text 741741 when you need support
https://www.crisistextline.org/
Crisis Text Line Free, 24/7 support for people in crisis.
23/09/2017
IWU had a fun time at the NAMI walk this morning; great way to start the day! Talk mental health💚
19/09/2017
With the money raised from NAMIWalks, NAMI is able to provide free programs educating and advocating mental health awareness and wellbeing. Education classes, presentations, support groups, advocacy, & outreach are just some of the ways NAMI helps communities across the U.S.
This is not an event you want to miss.
https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/September-2017/NAMIWalks-Keeping-Hope-Alive
NAMIWalks: Keeping Hope Alive | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness It was a thrill to show up the morning of the walk, turning in the money I raised. I remember thinking that before my family needed NAMI, someone else took the time to walk and donate. Now it was my turn to raise money and walk for other families that unknowingly needed NAMI’s support.
"depression doesn't have a face or mood"
Meeting tomorrow, 9/19, at 7 PM in SFH 206. Let's talk mental illness!
11/09/2017
Student to teens with suicidal thoughts: 'Don't hold it in' BLOOMINGTON — When a teenager spends seven hours a day in school, counselors can find themselves helping with mental health issues that, for some students, may include thoughts of su***de.
11/09/2017
CCS, SOCA and Embrace Mental Health will be at the Dugout tomorrow from 11am to 3pm for Su***de Awareness Prevention Day. To help spread awareness we will have giveaways, resources, treats, art, and more!
Meeting tomorrow, 9/12, at 7 PM in SFH 206. Let's stomp the stigma.
08/09/2017
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/09/08/opinion/sunday/mental-health-daca.html
Opinion | The Mental Health Costs of Losing DACA Undocumented immigrants have long suffered anxiety, depression and PTSD while living in legal limbo. The Trump administration is making it far worse.
NAMI 1st meeting of the year TODAY, 9/5, at 7 PM in SFH 206. Hope to see you there!
Hello, friends!
It's that time of the year again! As we kick off the semester, we are lucky to have the opportunity to discover our passions at the RSO FAIR! It is tomorrow (Thursday, August 31st) on the main quad. Stop by table 102 to learn, chat, and discover how you can help eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness through education and support! See you there!