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🎃 Halloween is right around the corner! 👻 Check out these tips to help you plan ahead, look out for your friends, and stay safe while enjoying the spooky season. 💙💛#Wellness #HarmReduction #Safety #College A Kent State of Well-being and Recreation and Wellness Services handout with a navy blue, gold, and white design. The title reads “Prepare for a Spooktacular Time.” The introduction states: “Halloween has long been part of the Kent State community, though downtown Halloween is not an official University or City event. Whether you're celebrating, relaxing with friends, or skipping it altogether, enjoy the season and have a plan that works for you.” The handout includes the following safety tips: Your Night, Your Call: Choose what feels right for you. Whether you go downtown, spend time with friends, or stay in, your plans are YOUR choice. Trust Yourself: Lean on your values and trust your instincts. If something doesn't feel right, it's okay to leave, step away, or change your plans. Set Boundaries: Set limits before going out and communicate them clearly to your friends. Make a Plan & Stay Together: There may be large crowds in Kent on Halloween night. Plan ahead with people you trust and decide how you'll stay connected throughout the night. Look Out for Friends: Check in if someone seems unwell or gets separated from a group. If you're concerned about someone's health or safety, call 911. Dress for Comfort: Ohio weather can be unpredictable. Consider layers and comfortable shoes so you can stay comfortable throughout the night. Alcohol & Other Substances: If you choose to use alcohol or other substances, make informed choices. Go slow, hydrate and eat, watch your drink, avoiding mixing substances. Remember that choosing not to use is always an option. Be an Advocate & Active Bystander: See someone being pressured, harassed, or in an unsafe situation? Step in safely however you are able. If you're concerned for someone's health or safety, call 911. Get Home Safely: Plan ahead for how you'll get home. If substances are involved, only ride with a sober driver. Walking with a group, using a rideshare service, or arranging transportation in advance can help everyone get home safely. University's Good Samaritan Provision: The university encourages students to call 911 for immediate medical attention, without concern of disciplinary consequences related to alcohol or substance use. Instead, students may be referred to complete an alcohol or drug evaluation, counseling, and/or treatment. This occurs on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Dean of Students. Kent State of Well-Being, Kent State University, and Recreation and Wellness Services logos appear at the bottom. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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Plan your night and keep the vibes right! 💚💙

Being informed about THC, finding healthy ways to manage stress, and thinking ahead can help you make choices that support your health and well-being. Take a moment to learn before you decide! #Wellness #StressReduction #Safety #HarmReduction #College A Kent State of Well-Being graphic titled “Plan Your Night AND Keep the Vibes Right.” Three hanging banners encourage readers to learn how cannabis affects the body and mind, including possible side effects; explore healthy stress management strategies and reach out to KSoW for tips; and consider how cannabis use may affect responsibilities, plans, health, and relationships. A green banner at the bottom explains that being prepared means understanding both the short-term and long-term effects of your choices. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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Plan your night and keep the vibes right! 💙💚 Making informed choices, communicating openly, and knowing where to find sexual health resources can help you take care of yourself and your partners. Your choices matter! #SaferSex #Wellness #HarmReduction #StressReduction A Kent State of Well-Being graphic titled “Plan Your Night and Keep the Vibes Right.” The slide explains that being prepared can reduce stress and support healthier decision-making. Photos show the Kent State mascot interacting with another mascot and three students at a Well-Being outreach table. Under “How to Be Prepared,” four tips encourage discussing consent, boundaries, and expectations ahead of time; knowing where to find sexual health resources and testing services; learning about STI/STD prevention; and having protection available if needed. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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Plan your night and keep the vibes right! 💙💛 Learn how alcohol affects your body, how to make safer choices, and how drinking can impact your mental health. A little planning can go a long way! #Wellness #Harmreduction #DecisionMaking #College A blue, gray, and white Kent State of Well-Being graphic titled “Plan Your Night and Keep the Vibes Right.” Four notes explain how increasing BAC increases alcohol’s effects on the body and decision-making, that a BAC of .08% indicates significant impairment and increased risk, how BAC is measured, and that time is the only way to lower BAC. Text at the bottom encourages using a BAC calculator. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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💚 Take a break and prioritize your mental health! Join us for the Mental Health Fair on October 22 from 12–4 p.m. at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Non-Member Mall Area. Stop by for free activities, campus resources, and educational takeaways! 💛💙 #KentState #MentalHealthMatters Kent State Recreation and Wellness Services Mental Health Fair flyer featuring navy blue and gold graphics, event photos, and campus logos. The event is Wednesday, October 22, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Non-Member Mall Area. The free, drop-in fair offers brief activities and educational take-home information about mental health and campus resources. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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We understand how stressful the middle of the semester can become for students. Here is some friendly information on what stress is and how to manage it using different mindfulness techniques! #Mindfulness #Wellness #MentalHealth #StressReduction Graphic introducing “Mindfulness for Mental Health,” with sections highlighting the benefits of mindfulness, mindfulness techniques to try, and information about stress. Kent State University Recreation and Wellness Services and Kent State of Well-being logos are included. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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🍂 Happy Fall Break, Golden Flashes! 🎃🍁 Take some time to rest, reset, reflect, and enjoy all the cozy moments of the season. 💛🖤 #FallBreak #Reset #Reflect #Wellness Fall-themed Kent State University graphic with an orange-and-cream plaid background, a white central panel reading “Happy Fall Break Flashes,” an illustrated black squirrel holding leaves, autumn branches, pumpkins, and Kent State Recreation and Wellness Services and Kent State Well-being logos. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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The Kent State of Well-Being understands how stressful the middle of the semester can become for students. Here are some friendly information on what stress is and how to manage it using different Mindfulness techniques!

#KentState #KentStateWellBeing #Mindfulness #MentalHealth #Wellness #SelfCare A blue and autumn-themed graphic titled “Harvesting Wellness Skills.” Text introduces the week’s focus on mindfulness for mental health prevention. Kent State of Well-Being and Recreation and Wellness Services logos appear at the bottom. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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Your mental health deserves check-ins, not just checkups. 💚 Take a moment to reflect, notice what you need, and choose one small step to carry forward. You don’t have to wait until you’re struggling to take care of yourself. 🌱 https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-strengthening-our-response

#KentState #KentStateWellBeing #MentalHealth #WellBeing #SelfCare #MentalHealthMatters A green graphic titled “Reflect” with a brain illustration. Text encourages viewers to pause and reflect on how they are really doing, emphasizing that a reset can provide space to breathe and reflection can help identify personal needs. It reminds viewers that they do not need to have everything figured out and encourages honesty with themselves. Kent State of Well-Being and Kent State Recreation and Wellness Services logos appear at the bottom. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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College can be a lot, so don’t forget to give your brain a break! 💚🌿 Take a moment to pause, reconnect, and find what helps you reset. Whether it’s getting outside, moving your body, spending time with friends, or simply resting, your reset can look different every day.
Remember, rest is productive, too!
#KentStateWellBeing #GiveYourBrainABreak #MentalHealthMatters Kent State of Well-Being graphic titled “Reset.” Text reads, “College can be exciting. College can be a lot. Sometimes taking care of your mental health starts with simply pausing and resetting. You don’t have to solve everything today.” The graphic features a bright lime-green background with blue text and green, nature-inspired accents. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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Kent State University offers incredible resources to help you thrive. Take the first step in your well-being journey and explore what there is to offer! Find your people and your place! #KentState #Flashes #KSU #StudentResources A blue infographic Instagram post titled "Find Your People & Your Place: Student Resources at Kent State University." Text below the title reads: "The Kent State of Well-Being knows community mental health is important. To truly take advantage of campus resources, you must take the first step!" The graphic highlights four resource blocks: CAPS - Counseling and Psychological Services (light blue block): Lists individual counseling, group counseling, mental-health workshops, and the Collegiate Recovery Community. Student Involvement (yellow block): Lists resources from the Center for Student Involvement including ISL, FSL, PLC, USG, FAB, and over 250 student organizations. Student Success Programs (yellow block): Highlights the Peer Success Academy and the "I am First" program for first-generation students. Recreation and Wellness Services (light blue block): Encourages students to move their bodies and de-stress, noting "EveryBODY is welcome" at KSU RecWell! The bottom features the Kent State University and Recreation and Wellness Services logos. by @kentstateofwellbeing

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Fresh Check Day 2026
Here are some moments from Fresh Check Day at "Welcome to the arts". It was a fun afternoon with connection and conversation around mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Thank you to everyone who stopped by the table and made the event special.
#kentstateuniversity #mentalhealthawareness by @kentstateofwellbeing

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