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Hi All,
We are looking at a space in our union where staff/students can go to destress, relax, chill out for a bit. Perhaps there are reclining chairs. Perhaps there is a noise machine with soothing sounds. We are not fully sure what we would put in it, and so I am wondering if any of you have spaces like this in your student unions and what you have in that space.
We’re not sure what we’d call it exactly either. Just brainstorming at this juncture.
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Dr. Jennifer Reid
Director, Alumni Memorial Union and Student Engagement
She | her | hers
Marquette University
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Hey Dr. Reid,Take a look at our Oasis Center at Cal State Northridge.The Oasis is a welcoming destination where CSUN students can find serenity and relaxation amid the rush and activity of campus life.w2.csun.eduThere’s data that support the added value of a space like this. I hope that this sparks some thoughts.GO MATADORS!
Book time to meet with me Robert Graves (He/Him/His)
Veteran Resource Center (VRC) ManagerUniversity Student Union | California State University, NorthridgeDirect: (818) 677-4348Office: (818) 677-4672Cell: (310) 756-5986Restorative | Adaptability | Achiever| Connectedness| BeliefCSUN recognizes the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians as the original inhabitants and caretakers of Sesevenga in the northern San Fernando Valley. We recognize that the Fernandeño Tataviam are still here and are committed to uplifting their stories, culture and community."Redwoods Were Seeds Once, Too."-Me——————————————-
Original Message:
Sent: 10/15/2024 4:56:00 PM
From: Jennifer Reid
Subject: Peace roomHi All,
We are looking at a space in our union where staff/students can go to destress, relax, chill out for a bit. Perhaps there are reclining chairs. Perhaps there is a noise machine with soothing sounds. We are not fully sure what we would put in it, and so I am wondering if any of you have spaces like this in your student unions and what you have in that space.
We’re not sure what we’d call it exactly either. Just brainstorming at this juncture.
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Dr. Jennifer Reid
Director, Alumni Memorial Union and Student Engagement
She | her | hers
Marquette University
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Good morning,Here at The University of New Mexico, the Student Union partnered with Student Health and Counseling to create a space just like the one you are describing. We have it set up so students can reserve ahead of time or drop in if it is free. We have named it Lobo Oasis. Student gain access through a proxy card . This way we can ensure the students get the private isolated time needed. Within the space there is an ADA stretching table, foam roller, yoga mat and a nice large chair. We also have resources for them inside the space for health and other resource centers.Hope this helps!best,Dennis-Ray Armijo
Dennis-Ray Armijo, MPA| Student Union Director
Division of Student Affairs, The University of New Mexico
505.277.0839 | 505.967.7105 mobiledrayarmijo@unm.edu | sub.unm.edu
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Original Message:
Sent: 10/16/2024 12:51:00 AM
From: Robert Graves
Subject: RE: Peace roomHey Dr. Reid,Take a look at our Oasis Center at Cal State Northridge.w2.csun.eduThere’s data that support the added value of a space like this. I hope that this sparks some thoughts.GO MATADORS!Book time to meet with me Robert Graves (He/Him/His)
Veteran Resource Center (VRC) ManagerUniversity Student Union | California State University, NorthridgeDirect: (818) 677-4348Office: (818) 677-4672Cell:?? (310) 756-5986Restorative | Adaptability | Achiever| Connectedness| BeliefCSUN recognizes the Fernande?o Tataviam Band of Mission Indians as the original inhabitants and caretakers of Sesevenga in the northern San Fernando Valley. We recognize that the Fernande?o Tataviam are still here and are committed to uplifting their stories, culture and community.“Redwoods Were Seeds Once, Too.”-Me——————————————-
Original Message:
Sent: 10/15/2024 4:56:00 PM
From: Jennifer Reid
Subject: Peace roomHi All,
We are looking at a space in our union where staff/students can go to destress, relax, chill out for a bit. Perhaps there are reclining chairs. Perhaps there is a noise machine with soothing sounds. We are not fully sure what we would put in it, and so I am wondering if any of you have spaces like this in your student unions and what you have in that space.
We’re not sure what we’d call it exactly either. Just brainstorming at this juncture.
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Dr. Jennifer Reid
Director, Alumni Memorial Union and Student Engagement
She | her | hers
Marquette University
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Our Counseling Services recently opened our “Zen Den” in one of our Student Union facilities here at Middle Tennessee State University.?
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Sadie Katie Hampton
Assistant Director, Student Unions
615-494-7643
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-15-2024 16:55
From: Jennifer Reid
Subject: Peace roomHi All,
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We are looking at a space in our union where staff/students can go to destress, relax, chill out for a bit. Perhaps there are reclining chairs. Perhaps there is a noise machine with soothing sounds.? We are not fully sure what we would put in it, and so I am wondering if any of you have spaces like this in your student unions and what you have in that space.
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We’re not sure what we’d call it exactly either. Just brainstorming at this juncture.
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Dr. Jennifer Reid
Director, Alumni Memorial Union and Student Engagement
She | her | hers
Marquette University
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Hi Jennifer!
In our student union we have the Sensory Room. Bean bags, soft lighting, sound machines, fidgets, yoga mats, etc. I’ve attached an Instagram post below with some photos and a brief description. We opened the room last year by taking one of our small meeting rooms out of rotation. We were able to partner with our Student Government Association to cover some of the start-up costs of the room.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DAGe5n7RWuh/?img_index=3
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Deanna Cahoon-Draus
University Center Programs Specialist
University of Wisconsin River Falls
River Falls, WI
(715) 425-3986
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-15-2024 16:55
From: Jennifer Reid
Subject: Peace roomHi All,
We are looking at a space in our union where staff/students can go to destress, relax, chill out for a bit. Perhaps there are reclining chairs. Perhaps there is a noise machine with soothing sounds. We are not fully sure what we would put in it, and so I am wondering if any of you have spaces like this in your student unions and what you have in that space.
We’re not sure what we’d call it exactly either. Just brainstorming at this juncture.
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Dr. Jennifer Reid
Director, Alumni Memorial Union and Student Engagement
She | her | hers
Marquette University
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We have a room at our Union South with carpeted floor, pillows and low, cushioned seating. Windows are tinted and the lights are kept low. We monitor the room periodically to make sure people aren’t sleeping or eating in there.
It is often used for prayers, and often by Muslim students. We just installed a foot washing station nearby for those whose prayer traditions include that practice.
https://union.wisc.edu/visit/union-south/reflection-room/
Ben
Ben Klepzig
Director of Integrated Marketing & Communications
Wisconsin Union
union.wisc.edu | ph: 608.263.3928he/him/his
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Original Message:
Sent: 10/15/2024 4:56:00 PM
From: Jennifer Reid
Subject: Peace roomHi All,
We are looking at a space in our union where staff/students can go to destress, relax, chill out for a bit. Perhaps there are reclining chairs. Perhaps there is a noise machine with soothing sounds. We are not fully sure what we would put in it, and so I am wondering if any of you have spaces like this in your student unions and what you have in that space.
We’re not sure what we’d call it exactly either. Just brainstorming at this juncture.
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Dr. Jennifer Reid
Director, Alumni Memorial Union and Student Engagement
She | her | hers
Marquette University
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Jennifer,
Stony Brook University's Student Accessibility Support Center has created several sensory spaces across campus.
One of the student publications recently featured an article about one of the newest spaces (here), which I'm also sharing, as images of this space are not yet included on the department's website and I think it most closely resembles what you described. These spaces are wonderful!—
Emily C. R. Snyder
Director
Department of Student Community Development
Office of Student Life
Stony Brook Union, Suite 205
Internal Zip: 3200
Office: 631.632.7353
Fax: 631.982.7324
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Division of Student Affairs
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Original Message:
Sent: 10/15/2024 4:56:00 PM
From: Jennifer Reid
Subject: Peace roomHi All,
We are looking at a space in our union where staff/students can go to destress, relax, chill out for a bit. Perhaps there are reclining chairs. Perhaps there is a noise machine with soothing sounds. We are not fully sure what we would put in it, and so I am wondering if any of you have spaces like this in your student unions and what you have in that space.
We’re not sure what we’d call it exactly either. Just brainstorming at this juncture.
—
Dr. Jennifer Reid
Director, Alumni Memorial Union and Student Engagement
She | her | hers
Marquette University
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The Health Educator, Megan Johnston, LSW, at Ramapo College of New Jersey provided me the following to share with everyone:
Ramapo College opened our Wellness Room in December 2023 and was created with grant funds from the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education. We do have a white noise machine in the room. The biggest draw is the massage chair, which reclines, massages, and has pulsing compression for arms and legs. Other materials in the space include: a large bean bag chair, a weighted blanket, yoga mats, a snack/tea station with chamomile and lavender tea, mental health pamphlets, coloring books designed for relaxation and coloring materials, bracelet making materials, bubble wrap for students to pop, and a variety of fidget toys. You can learn more about the relaxation programs and other resources in the space here:?https://www.ramapo.edu/health-promotion/wellness-room/
If anyone wants to be connected with Megan directly, let me know.
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Eddie Seavers
Associate Director – Center for Student Involvement
Ramapo College
Wyckoff NJ
(201) 684-7682
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-15-2024 16:55
From: Jennifer Reid
Subject: Peace roomHi All,
We are looking at a space in our union where staff/students can go to destress, relax, chill out for a bit. Perhaps there are reclining chairs. Perhaps there is a noise machine with soothing sounds. We are not fully sure what we would put in it, and so I am wondering if any of you have spaces like this in your student unions and what you have in that space.
We’re not sure what we’d call it exactly either. Just brainstorming at this juncture.
—
Dr. Jennifer Reid
Director, Alumni Memorial Union and Student Engagement
She | her | hers
Marquette University
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