Grove Well-Being Initiative
The GROVE Well-Being Initiative is assessing the overall health and well-being of the current campus environment.
Your well-being is important.
About the Grove Initiative
Key themes of the initiative have been identified as G•R•O•V•E: Growth, Resilience, Outreach, Validation and Empowerment. These themes will guide nearly 50 faculty, staff and students from across campus in their efforts to elevate the practice of meaningful wellness services, resources and programming across all components of wellness.
G•R•O•V•E stands for:
• Growth - Health and well-being involve growth and personal development.
• Resilience - Adapting to, coping with and recovering from difficult situations is crucial for health and well-being maintenance.
• Outreach - Reaching out to others for support can reduce feelings of isolation and positively impact health and well-being.
• Validation - Validating emotions and experiences is essential in health and well-being.
• Empowerment - Empowering people with knowledge, resources and tools allows them to make informed decisions and actively participate in their health and well-being journey.
Health and Wellness Resources
- Campus Recreation
- COPE Counseling Clinic
- Graduate students in the counselor education program, supervised by licensed professionals, provide free mental health counseling services to the campus and community.
- (662) 915-7197
- Counseling Center
- Confidential mental health services, including individual counseling, crisis support (24/7), and professional guidance to navigate personal challenges, strengthen coping skills, and support overall emotional well-being.
- (662) 915-3784 (available 24/7)
- Psychological Services Center
- Affordable and accessible services are available to the community.
- (662) 915-3785
- Student Disability Services
- Accommodations, support, and resources to ensure equitable access to academic programs and campus activities, tailored to individual needs around academic and social success.
- (662) 915-7128
- Student Health Services
- Comprehensive medical care, including routine appointments, urgent care, preventative services, and professional support to maintain physical well-being and address medical needs throughout the academic year.
- (662) 915-7274
- William Magee Center
- Education, support, and prevention services related to alcohol and other substances, promoting healthier decision-making and overall well-being through wellness coaching, harm reduction and health promotion.
- (662) 915-6543
- Career Center
- Personalized support through career coaching, résumé and interview preparation, job and internship search assistance, and career fairs. Access to resources and guidance to explore career paths, build professional skills, and connect with employers.
- (662) 915-7174
- Center for Student Success and First-Year Experience
- Academic support, success coaching, first-year experience courses, and resources designed to ease the transition into college. Guidance that helps build strong study skills, connect with campus opportunities, and thrive.
- (662) 915-1059
- Grove Grocery
- Established to help alleviate food insecurity among the UM students and employees on campus. The Food Pantry is operated by a student committee with the help of student volunteers.
- (662) 915-7248
- Lyceum Locker
- The University’s school supply closet provides a large variety of free school supplies.
- (662) 915-7248
- Nutrition Clinic
- Personalized nutrition counseling and meal planning guidance to support healthy eating habits; professional advice that helps improve overall health and manage dietary needs.
- (662) 915-8663
- University Police Dept. (UPD)
- Safety, security, and emergency response services across campus. Crime prevention programs, timely assistance, and a secure environment that supports well-being and success.
- non-emergency: (662) 915-7234
- emergency: 4-9-1-1
- Confidential Advocacy, Support and Education (CASE)
- Confidential advocacy, emotional support, academic accommodations, and help navigating systems after experiences of interpersonal violence, sexual assault, & stalking.
- (662) 915-5796
- UMatter: Student Support and Advocacy
- Support and guidance for students who are experiencing personal and/or academic challenges, help with access to Grove Grocery (free food and hygiene items), Lyceum Locker (free school supplies), and other basic needs resources.
- (662) 915-7248
- UMSafe
- The University of Mississippi offers comprehensive support for individuals impacted by sexual misconduct, interpersonal violence, and related issues.
- (662) 915-7045
- National Suicide Hotline
- 9-8-8
- University Counseling Center
- (662) 915-3784
- University Police Dept. (UPD)
- 4-9-1-1
Upcoming Events
Mindful Mondays
Forgiveness
Rick Balkin explores the power of forgiveness by providing practical steps to foster compassion towards everyone.
The Power of Music
Brady Bramlett and Maxwell Glasser discuss how music can bring peace to a stressful work week.
Sound Bowls
Mary Thurkill talks about the power of meditative sound and performs on some of her sound bowls as a demonstration.
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Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid-Adult is an evidence-based training that teaches methods to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The course provides ways to identify, understand and respond to signs of addictions and mental illnesses. As part of the GROVE initiative, the University Counseling Center has trained MHFA instructors that can provide the MHFA training throughout our campus community.
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