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Coping with COVID is an affirming support group for students who have tested positive for the COVID-19 virus and are in isolation. This is a weekly virtual support group provided by the EKU Counseling Center and hosted through a secure video platform. This support group is offered three times per week: MONDAYS @ 3:00-4:00pm: contact michalle.rice@eku.edu for attendance link TUESDAYS @ 11:30am-12:30pm: contact melissa.cozart@eku.edu for attendance link THURSDAYS @ 3:30-4:30pm: contact paul.morgan@eku.edu for attendance link TO ATTEND GROUP: email the group leader (listed above) 15 minutes prior to the group start time to receive instructions on how to join group.

Black Voices is a safe space for students of color to express and discuss personal experiences with other EKU students of color. This discussion-based support group meets weekly through a secure video platform. For more information, please contact Melissa Cozart at melissa.cozart@eku.edu or (859)622-1303. This virtual support group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 2-3pm and is hosted by a secure video platform. TO ATTEND TODAY’S GROUP: email Melissa.Cozart@eku.edu 15 minutes prior to group start time to receive instructions on how to join today’s group.

Beyond Labels is an affirming support group for students who have and/or are questioning having LGBTQ* identities. This is a weekly virtual support group meets provided by the EKU Counseling Center. Beyond Labels meets Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30pm and is hosted through a secure video platform. TO ATTEND TODAY’S GROUP: email Melissa.Bartsch@eku.edu 15 minutes prior to group start time to receive instructions on how to join today’s group. Please contact Melissa Bartsch at melissa.bartsch@eku.edu or (859)622-1303 for more information.

Pathfinders is an affirming weekly support group for students who are first generation college students. At EKU, a student is considered "first gen" if they are the first in their family to attend a four-year university or if neither of their parents/guardians have completed a bachelor’s degree. Some first gen students may have older siblings who have attended college. This virtual support group which meets Tuesdays @ 11-12pm and is hosted through a secure video platform. TO ATTEND TODAY’S GROUP: email Brett.Smith@eku.edu 15 minutes prior to group start time. Dr. Smith will email you instructions on how to join today’s group.

Join the EKU Women's Club Soccer Team! We are always looking to expand our team and meet new girls. Send an email to the President today to get more information and ask any questions you may have! We look forward to meeting you.If you want to continue playing soccer at a fairly competitive level and play other colleges then this is the team for you! We can't wait to meet you.

Get cozy and enjoy a fun evening at home with the Student Alumni Ambassadors as they host an online fall themed bingo session. To RSVP for the event and get the Zoom link please click on the link above.

In remembrance of September 11th, 2001, we will be hosting a series of programs to honor our Nation’s Heroes who have served their Country and Community. We invite members of the campus community to join in any of these observances or service project throughout the week to recognize September 11th National Day of Remembrance and Service. Please click below to learn more about this year's 9/11 events.

Make plans now for virtual Homecoming 2020! Everything you love about homecoming will happen this year, in an online format the week of October 5.
One of the biggest traditions of Homecoming and Reunion Weekend is the crowning of Homecoming King and Queen. The deadline to nominate a Queen and/or King is September 10th. To nominate a candidate, visit: https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1763/index.aspx?sid=1763&gid=2&pgid=1632 (or click more on this announcement). For more information about virtual Homecoming 2020 – check out https://www.alumni.eku.edu/s/1763/index.aspx?sid=1763&gid=2&pgid=455.

The men & women of the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) invite you to join them for a fun evening at their Open House. The council is made up of two outstanding chapters. Learn more and meet the members of: Pi Lambda Chi Latina Sorority, Inc.
Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc. RSVP to join our meet in greet:
https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/6176702

Meet the men & women of the chapters within the NPHC (National Pan-Hellenic Council) also known as the Divine 9. Sororities
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Fraternities
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. RSVP for the event here
https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/6175592

So no one told you life was gonna be this way?! Think you know more about Friends than anyone else? Put your knowledge to the test and compete for prizes against other Colonels! To RSVP for our trivia night, head to: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/events

Students looking for experience working in college athletics or exciting volunteer opportunities are encouraged to join the EKU athletics E-Team. Students will have an opportunity to work EKU Athletics events and will be eligible for free EKU Athletics gear. This volunteer opportunity is unpaid. To learn more, contact Kaylee Thornsberry for more information. Applicants will be subject to a background check before beginning work.

Let’s Talk is a free, confidential consultation service offered through the EKU Counseling Center for currently enrolled EKU Students. Have a specific problem but unsure about counseling? Wonder what it's like to talk with a mental health therapist or psychologist? Concerned about a friend but not sure how to help? The EKU Counseling Center is providing easy access to informal, confidential conversations with our professional mental health clinicians!

Join the staff of the EKU Counseling Center today for a workshop on Mindfulness. Being isolated in quarantine can lead to spending a lot of time on various activities that take your attention away from the present moment. Practicing mindfulness can be a great opportunity to improve your mental health by challenging yourself to be present and aware of your thoughts and feelings. In this workshop, you will learn tools that can help you practice mindfulness and work towards reducing and preventing stress, anxiety, depression, as well as many other concerns you may be experiencing.

Grief group is a friendly, caring space shared with other EKU students coping with death of a loved one. This weekly group will support you through one of life's most difficult experiences. You don't have to go through the grieving process along. GRIEF GROUP STARTS SEPT 21st! This is weekly virtual group provided by the EKU Counseling Center and hosted through a secure video platform. Contact EKUCC clinician Nick Rogell, LPCC at 859-622-1303 or email at nicholas.rogell@eku.edu for more information on how to join.

We're a couple of weeks into the semester. You should have a pretty good idea about what to expect in your classes each week and you may be looking ahead at major assignments on the horizon. Would you benefit from mentoring or tutoring services? Check out the “Remote Learning Resources” tab in your Blackboard courses. The “Academic Support (Get Help NOW!)” folder lists major academic support services available to both in-person and online students. Get the help you need! Be sure to explore the tips and tricks in the other folders while you are at it.