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What is social wellness?
What is social wellness?
Social wellness focuses on the ability to develop meaningful relationships in your life with individuals and communities. By fostering an environment of respect, trust, and support with your loved ones and classmates, you can improve your social well-being. It's also important to be mindful of others' emotions and to develop a sense of empathy. Studies demonstrate that social connections not only help us manage stress, but also contribute to other parts of the wellness circle.
With the surge of digital footprint after the pandemic and social media, another aspect of social wellness concerns digital wellness too. It's important to be mindful of our virtual presence and use of technology in order to maintain overall wellness. By creating sustainable habits that align with our values, goals, community, and safety, you can ensure that your digital interactions are contributing to your well-being. Learn more about digital wellness here.
On-Campus Resources
On-Campus Resources
Intercultural Student Engagement (ISE)
We provide events on-campus that help build community for all RISD students. Including events for identity-based communities on-campus.
Email: ise@risd.edu
Phone: 401 277-4908
Location: Ewing House, 41 Waterman Street
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Student Clubs and Organizations
Our array of student-run involvement opportunities help you meet fellow students who share your interests and passions outside of the classroom. We support clubs and organizations in a variety of areas, including:
Academic and Professional growth
Cultural and Spiritual communities
Athletics and Sports
Other Special Interests
Email: csi@risd.edu
Phone: 401 454-6600
Location: Carr House, 210 Benefit Street, 2nd Floor
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Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
If you are struggling with your social wellness or sense of belonging our team of mental health professionals is here to offer various kinds of support throughout your time at RISD, including counseling, medication management and case management services. All students registered in classes can access our services at no additional cost. In-person and telehealth appointments are available. Please call to schedule.
Email: counseling@risd.edu
Phone: 401 454-6637
Location: Aldrich Building, 72 Pine Street, 2nd Floor
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Annual Campus Events
RISD has several campus-wide annual events that are open to all students. All events can be found on Involved.RISD.edu
Some examples of these events include:
Block Party
Artist Ball
Student Art Sale
RISDCraft
Sex Week
International Education Week
Care Weeks
Carnivals
RISD Sports Games
And more!
RAs are undergraduate or grad students who live with a group of residents in an assigned community. They create and maintain an inclusive community by building genuine relationships with their area’s residents, as well as plan and implement residential programs and community-building activities. RAs also provide emergency on-call coverage, can respond to emergencies, assist with roommate issues, offer guidance on academic courses and campus resources and help you navigate personal issues.
Locations: Every on-campus housing area has RAs!
Off-Campus Resources
Off-Campus Resources
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