Cloud Guide

Wildlife Guide

Randolph Thrive is a campus-wide, self-navigated program designed to provide spaces where students can connect with nature and gain psychological benefits from time spent there.*

The program identifies six outdoor spaces for students, as well as one indoor space in the Library to be accessible during unfavorable weather conditions. These spaces encourage exercise, provide space for socializing, decrease noise and air pollution, and improve immune function by providing exposure to beneficial microbiota.

*Disclaimer: Randolph Thrive is not a replacement for medication or for treatment provided by trained and licensed professionals.

What is a Thrive space?

Thrive provides designated areas on campus that are surrounded by nature, secluded, spacious, and accessible to the public. This land is partially or completely covered with grass, trees, shrubs, or other vegetation, and can also be labelled as a “green space." There are currently seven Thrive spaces scattered across Randolph campus.

Organic Garden

Lipscomb Library Thrive Room

Mabel K. Whiteside Greek Theater (The Dell)

Dorothy Crandall Bliss Botanic Garden

William Waugh Smith Hall Green Space

Pollinator Garden

Picnic Area and Labyrinth

What do I do at a Thrive Space?

Thrive's main focus is to provide a relaxing setting for students to immerse themselves in nature during stressful times. While occupying a Thrive space, students are able to relax however they please. Thrive also provides equipment such as hammocks, frisbees, and yoga mats, which are available to check out at the front desk of the Lipscomb Library.

Activities to do at a Thrive Space

Breathing exercises
Yoga
Enjoy the clouds
Meditate
Watch the sun rise or set
Observe nature
Hammock
Play frisbee
Stargaze
Find a four leaf clover
Stretch
Relax! (Do nothing)

Special Thanks!

Randolph Thrive is a collaborative project created by Madeline Owens '20, Riley Lorson '21, Abby Whitlock '23, and Sarah Greene '24.

This project would not be possible without the help of Karin Warren, Allison Brooks '18, Student Government, Environmental Studies and Science Department, Sustainability Council, Lipscomb Library staff, Buildings and Grounds staff, the Office of College Relations, the Health and Counseling Center, the Randolph Environmental Club, and the WildCat Wellness Council!