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Through a new partnership with Headspace, students, faculty and staff will have access, at no cost, to the entire Headspace library.
Meditation and mindfulness have been shown to help people stress less, focus more, and sleep soundly, and Headspace is your personal guide. With hundreds of guided exercises for meditation, sleep, focus, and movement, Headspace will help you start and end your days feeling like your best self.
Hours of Operation
24 hours a day, seven days a week
Here’s what you’ll get when you sign up:
- Guided meditations for stress, focus, productivity, and more
- Sleepcasts and bedtime audio for restful nights
- The Wake Up: bite-sized videos for daily inspiration
- Focus: music and meditations designed to get you in the zone
- Move Mode: quick workouts and guided cardio for body and mind
Get Started Today
Clinically validated research shows that 30 days of meditating with Headspace can reduce stress by a third.
30-Day Mindfulness Calendar
Students
To begin a membership, students can sign up through the Student Government Association.
Sign Up
Employees
Employees can begin their one-year membership through the UK HR Health and Wellness department.
Enroll Here
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What is Health and Wellness Coaching?
Health and Wellness Coaching is a free, evidence-based service for UK students.
We believe you are the expert in your own life and therefore POWER’s certified health and wellness coaches serve as an ally to assist you in achieving your self-identified health goals.
Through coaching, you will gain a partner who will not tell you what to do, but instead help you explore, set goals, identify barriers, and provide accountability to enhance your well-being through research-based tools and strategies.
What will be discussed?
Meet with one of our wellness coaches to help you set priorities and identify specific changes you want to make to improve your well-being. Wellness coaching is not counseling, but your coach will help you create an individualized action plan to develop a personal wellness vision in one of the following areas:
- Active Living & Lifestyle
- Time Management
- Stress Management
- Sleep & Relaxation Strategies
- General Nutrition
- Intuitive Eating & Body Image
For additional information or to request a customized program or service, email POWER at: power.uky@uky.edu.
Follow Us on Instagram: @poweruky
Scheduling an Appointment
To schedule a session with a Health and Wellness Coach, contact Meghan Wolf at Meghan.wolf@uky.edu. What is the time commitment? - Initial Visit: The first visit session typically lasts 45 minutes to one hour. You will meet individually with a wellness coach for an active working session to identify your priorities and create a realistic action plan.
- Optional Follow-up Visits: You and your coach may determine whether additional meetings are necessary for your well-being and success. Follow-up visits are typically 30-60 minutes and can be arranged weekly, bi-weekly, or as necessary based on your goals and what is convenient with your schedule.
*There are certain situations where the needs of an individual cannot be met by wellness coaching. In those situations, you will be directed to a clinician, dietician, counselor, or other trained healthcare professional. Many times, in those situations, you can have sessions with a wellness coach to continue working on the goal-setting process related to the advice given by your healthcare professional.
Health and Wellness Coaches
Meghan Wolf, MS, CHES, NBC-HWC
Meghan earned a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and a master’s in Health Promotion here at the University of Kentucky. She also holds certifications as a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and a body image coach.
Meghan has a passion for helping to improve your relationship with your body, which includes all aspects of your health and well-being. Some of her favorite topics to assist with include stress, motivation, time management, self-compassion, and burnout.
Email: Meghan.wolf@uky.edu
Office: (859) 562-0719
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The Student Financial Wellness Center is proud to offer iGrad to our UK community, a best-in-class online resource for your continued financial wellness journey.
Once an iGrad profile is created, you will have access to a personalized dashboard that will enable you to improve your money management, career, and student loan knowledge and skills. With recommended video tips, quick financial lessons, personalized job search and more, you will be well equipped to ensure a successful financial well-being in college and beyond.
How to set up your iGrad account:
- Select the link below that best fits your current status.
- If you are a current student, you are able to select “University of Kentucky” and log-in with your LinkBlue info.
- Follow the prompts to set up your profile.
- You are now able to explore the tools available and earn badges for completing modules!
Currently enrolled students and faculty and staff at The University of Kentucky can access iGrad through our Link Blue connection here.
Those who are not currently enrolled or employed at The University of Kentucky such as parents and family members can log in through iGrad here.
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Information workshops are provided on multiple topics to continue the growth of the SSS participant throughout their time at UK. These workshops provide students with great information in a short amount of time.
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Color Code
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Scholarships
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Vision Board
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
(Fall and Spring Semesters – open until 7pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays)
Location
Student Support Services Office
Gatton Student Center – East Wing C201
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After logging into imleagues.com, select 'University of Kentucky' at the top left of your home screen to see all available sign-up options.
Hours of Operation
Weekday evenings and weekends.
Location
Pieratt Field
Located on Cooper Drive behind the Johnson Center & across from Kroger Field
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At POWER, we utilize an evidence-based weight-inclusive philosophy. Therefore, we do not provide weight loss counseling. We embrace well-being independent of weight through a non-diet, Health at Every Size, and an Intuitive Eating approach. We focus on establishing life-long behaviors, recognizing that weight is not a behavior. We help students develop a positive relationship with food by incorporating balance and variety without rigid rules or restrictions.
For presentations or further info about Intuitive Eating and Body Image programming, email meghan.wolf@uky.edu.
For additional information or to request a customized program or service, email POWER at: power.uky@uky.edu.
Follow Us on Instagram: @poweruky
Intuitive Eating and Body Image
Intuitive Eating is a self-care eating framework that focuses on listening to your body's signals rather than external diets or food rules. Instead of following strict meal plans or calorie counting, it encourages individuals to honor their hunger, respect fullness, and enjoy the pleasure of eating. This approach promotes a healthy relationship with food by emphasizing satisfaction, body acceptance, and mindfulness. By tuning into internal cues like hunger, fullness, and satisfaction, individuals can cultivate a more balanced and sustainable approach to nourishing their bodies without guilt or restriction.
Join an Intuitive Eating group today! BBNvolved Link
Body Image refers to an individual's perception, thoughts, feelings, and beliefs about their own body appearance and shape. It encompasses how one sees themself when they look in the mirror, as well as how they feel about their body's size, weight, and features. Body image can be influenced by societal standards, media portrayals, personal experiences, and cultural norms. A positive body image involves accepting and appreciating one's unique physical attributes, while a negative body image may involve dissatisfaction or disapproval of one's appearance. Cultivating a healthy body image involves recognizing and challenging unrealistic ideals, embracing diversity, and focusing on self-acceptance and self-care.
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Life Coaching is a service available for the personal and academic concerns that students can face on a regular basis. These appointments are around 30-45 minutes and built around issues that students wish to address. Life Coaching is having someone walk through these issues with you, so you don't have to face them alone. It is not a space for judgement, but an opportunity to be heard. If you have a lot on your mind, come and talk about it. Some of the topics are:
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Issues with Classes
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Family Struggles
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Difficult Friendships
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Loss of a Loved One
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Ending Relationships
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Money Problems
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Health Issues
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Lack of Motivation
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Personal concerns
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
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Enjoy a 25-minute massage in our comfortable, calming massage chairs. You may schedule an appointment or drop-in. Available in two locations.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location
105 Mandrell Hall
401 Multidisciplinary Science Building
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Most students attending in-person courses at the University of Kentucky already have a membership! Just bring your UK Wildcard ID and swipe in. Membership provides access to all Campus Recreation facilities, including Lancaster Aquatic Center.
Not sure if you have a membership or if you need one? Stop by the business office in Alumni Gym or the Johnson Center.
Location
Alumni Gym Business Office
B111 Alumni Gym
Johnson Center Business Office
177 Johnson Center
Membership Rates
| | Semester | Summer | Annual | | Student (non-fee paying) | $74 | $20 | N/A | | Student Spouse | $74 | $20 | N/A | | OLLI/Donovan Scholar | $74 | $20 | N/A | | OLLI/Donovan Spouse | $74 | $20 | N/A | | Retiree | $74 | $20 | $168 | | Retiree Spouse | $74 | $20 | $168 |
Monthly Membership Rates
| | Block Purchase | Payroll Deduction | | UK Faculty/Staff | $20 / month | $17 / month | | UK Faculty/Staff Spouse | $20 / month | $17 / month | | VA Employee (Cooper Drive) | $20 / month | N/A | | VA Employee Spouse | $20 / month | N/A |
Cancel Payroll Deduction
Members who have had Payroll Deduction for at least 3 months may cancel any time thereafter.
Cancel Now!
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Our office provides free menstrual hygiene products to any student who needs them. Students may come into our space to retrieve these products any time during our office hours.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday
9AM-6PM (Fall/Spring)
9AM-5PM (Summer)
Location
Dinkle-Mas Suite for LGBTQ* Resources
160 Avenue of Champions Suite A250 Lexington, KY 40508
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POWER offers Mental Health and Stress Reduction offerings throughout the semester. Follow the link above to register for upcoming programs or training sessions. For further information regarding Mental Health and Stress Reduction resources, or to request a customized program or service, email POWER at: power.uky@uky.edu.
Follow Us on Instagram: @poweruky
WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a six-hour hybrid training designed to give participants the skills to help someone developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The course uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to recognize and respond to the warning signs and symptoms of a mental illness or emotional crisis.
The course is tailored specifically for University cultures to include:
- A discussion of campus culture and its relevance to mental health.
- A discussion of the specific stress and risk factors the higher education population faces.
- Application of the action plan in several scenarios explicitly designed for campus community members.
- A review of the mental health resources on campus and community partners.
WHY MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?
Mental Health First Aid helps participants understand that mental illnesses and substance use disorders are real, common, and treatable and that it is okay to seek help. Research indicates this program's effectiveness in improving knowledge of mental illness and substance use, removing fear and misunderstanding, and enabling those trained to offer concrete assistance. Mental Health First Aid is proven effective and listed in SAMHSA's registry of evidence-based programs and practices.
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR A MHFA TRAINING?
The POWER unit offers several trainings for students, faculty, and staff throughout the semester.
This blended learning course allows participants to take a 2-hour online course before the 6-hour virtual training. Participants MUST register in advance to ensure they have time to complete the 2-hour online course, or they will not be permitted to attend the virtual training. Registration for the training closes one week before the virtual training date. All seats are purchased in advance through the MHFA platform; therefore, refunds are not permitted. Any course changes must be submitted 72 hours before the virtual training date. Participants must attend the full eight-hour training to receive the certification.
COURSE OFFERINGS
Course offerings for the Fall 2024 Semester: TBD
Individuals wanting to complete MHFA training, please register using the above link. MHFA offerings from POWER are only available to the University of Kentucky community (i.e., current students, faculty, and staff). Individual offerings are subject to be canceled if fewer than 8 participants register.
Departments with twelve or more individuals wanting to be trained can request a MHFA Request Training Form for your team members. To request a team training form, contact POWER at power.uky@uky.edu. with possible dates, cost center, and approximate attendee number. Training costs $30 per person, including the 3-year MHFA certification.
IMPORTANT UKY Employees: The University does not permit pro cards or reimbursements using personal credit cards.
HOW DOES MHFA DIFFER FROM QUESTION, PERSUADE, REFER (QPR)?
POWER and the UK Counseling Center offer ongoing QPR classes intended to teach participants three steps that anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. QPR is a free, 60–90-minute suicide prevention training that teaches participants how to recognize a suicide crisis and how to get help.
WHY BOTH? Mental Health First Aid is a great starting point due to the comprehensive approach covering the basics of a broad spectrum of situations you might encounter, while trainings like QPR, Working Minds, and Safe2Tell can give you more specific resources for suicide prevention.
QPR is a one-hour suicide prevention training for students, staff, and faculty to recognize the warning signs of suicide and question, persuade, and refer people at risk for suicide for help. POWER will host in-person sessions at the Gatton Student Center throughout the semester. Details for the training are listed on the POWER BBNvolved Upcoming Events tab above.
For those seeking departmental or organizational in-person training requests, contact Lizzie Finley at elizabeth.finley@uky.edu.
How can I register to take self-paced QPR training online?
- Go to QPR Institute | Practical and Proven Suicide Prevention Training QPR Institute (en-US)
- Enter the Registration Code: UKY2256431895
- Training information appears on this page after successful registration. A copy of the information is sent to the registered email address.
Because of a staffing transition in POWER, mindfulness sessions for Fall 2024 are TBD. For specific questions regarding offerings, please email POWER at power.uky.@uky.edu.
Koru Mindfulness is an evidence-based program specifically designed with college students in mind to help reduce stress and anxiety while also increasing one's sleep and self-compassion. Participants will learn specific skills that help calm and focus their mind, including breathing exercises, guided imagery, body scan, and more!
KORU BASIC
An introduction to mindfulness and meditation. Taught as a weekly, 75-minute class over four weeks by a trained Koru Instructor.
KORU 2.0
An "advanced" class for participants who have competed Koru Basic and are eager for more mindfulness. This course also consists of a weekly, 75-minute class taught over four weeks by a trained Koru Instructor.
Writing: Journal as Mindfulness
This group is for students who want to begin or deepen a mindfulness practice and learn to use journal writing to enhance physical and mental health. Focuses on learning various types of writing: reflective, expressive, spontaneous, contemplative, and more. Members are not required to read from their journal or to have a daily practice. Perfect for those individuals wanting to see what all the talk about Koru is, as well as participants who have completed a Koru course but are looking for instructor-led opportunities to continue their mindfulness practice.
KORU Retreat
A half-day silent mindfulness retreat for students, faculty, and staff wanting to try an immersive mindfulness experience.
Because of a staffing transtion in POWER mindfullness sessions for Fall 2024 are TBD. For specific quetions regarding offering, please email Kim Rufra.
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Most wellness program requests can be accommodated by our Student Wellbeing partners in the POWER (Prevention, Outreach, and Wellness Education Resources) office.
Programming specific to the Counseling Center may include:
- mental health screening days
- crisis event responses/debriefing
- consultation about a student in distress or organizational needs
- attendance at campus events to reduce stigma about help seeking
- interviews
- tabling
- psychoeducational materials (printed as well as web-based)
- interactive mental health workshops (in-person or virtual)
Mental health programming is a community intervention that helps support students who may not traditionally utilize individual or group therapy services. It can also serve as a preventative measure by educating students on ways to maintain their mental wellbeing. Groups who could benefit from programming include students with minoritized or marginalized identities, students who may be at higher risk of facing barriers to their academic and personal successes, students who may experience stigma about help seeking, students who may need support but not necessarily therapy, and students who may want to help a friend.
We are happy to discuss your needs. Please use the link below to make a request.
Contact the Counseling Center
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TRACS (Triage, Referral, Assistance and Crisis Support) is a unit where you can come for a quick referral to support services or receive direct clinical support for a range of mental health needs and crises. Your appointment will be to explore the reason you are seeking services (virtually or in person - your choice), is confidential and will last about 30-45 minutes.
How Can We Help:
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
After Hours, Weekends, Holidays or University Closings: Please call 859-257-8701 (press #1)
- If you want to schedule an appointment, someone will return your call.
How to Seek Help
There are times when stress, anxiety, overwhelm or trauma are more than we can cope or manage. This can lead us to feel that there are no options available, and we may consider suicide. It is common for people to have thoughts of suicide at some time in their life. Research shows that 1 in 10 college students report having thoughts about suicide at some time during the previous year.
If you are having thoughts of suicide, please reach out now by calling 859-218-7227, walking into the TRACS office or complete this form and someone will reach out to you.
If you are at immediate risk of hurting yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
In case of an emergency, contact UK Police:
On Campus: 911
Off-Campus: (859) 257-8573
Cell Phone: #8573
Note that in certain cases, including instances related to abuse and violence, university staff and faculty members are legally required to report information shared with them and cannot maintain complete confidentiality in those situations. However, the staff in the TRACS (Triage, Referral, Assistance, and Crisis Support) Hub, Counseling Center, and VIP (Violence Intervention and Prevention) Center can provide private and confidential resources. This means that if a client seeks support from one of these three units and discloses information in the process of receiving counseling, advocacy, or other professional services, the staff are generally not required to make a report.
All other units within Student Success are staffed by mandated reporters.
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POWER provides free nicotine/tobacco and vape treatment and resources by engaging students with cessation counseling.
Individual cessation counseling is available via telehealth through MyCHART (link above). Students must have a MyChart account to receive treatment or services.
To make an appointment with a treatment specialist, please email a specialist below:
Elizabeth Finley
For additional information or to request a customized program or service, email POWER at: power.uky@uky.edu.
Follow Us on Instagram: @poweruky
Cessation counseling sessions allow students to meet with treatment specialists to offer information and support on quitting options and develop a personalized quit plan which may include medications or behavior changes.
Individual cessation counseling is via telehealth through MyCHART. Students must have a MyChart account to receive treatment or services.
Quit Kits are available at the 3rd Floor, East Wing of the Gatton Student Center in the POWER suite and at outreach events and include resources to start your quit journey.
Students must meet with a treatment specialist to receive free nicotine replacement.
Interested in quitting but not ready to meet with a cessation specialist just yet? Take advantage of our free Text to Quit Vape line to receive helpful information and tips on starting your quitting process. Text DROPVAPEBBN to 88709 to get started.
UK's Tobacco Free Site
Become an Ex teaches you how to re-learn life without cigarettes in 3 steps - all geared to help make the seemingly impossible possible.
Tobacco-Free Generation Campus Initiative offers college students free on-line information, guides, and resources related to tobacco and quitting tobacco use.
Are you a parent of a young person who vapes? Parents can text QUIT to (202) 899-7550 to sign up to receive text messages designed specifically for parents of vapers.
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Screenings for Mental Health are available at no cost for University of Kentucky students.
Click the button above to take a brief anonymous screening about any of the following concerns:
- anxiety
- eating and body image
- alcohol and other substance use
- depression
- mood instability
- trauma
- gambling
- anger
After completing the survey, you will receive an explanation of your score and resources will be provided.
Contact the Counseling Center at (859) 257-8701 if you have questions about the feedback and to find out more about helpful services. We're here to help!
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Request a trainer and complete the intake packet at the link below. You will be paired with a trainer based on your and the trainer’s availability.
Hours of Operation
Based on trainer availability.
New Client Step One
Complete an intake form to be paired with a trainer.
Get Connected!
New Client Step Two
Purchase an initial training package that includes an assessment session, and two training sessions.
$75 for 1-hour individual private training
$60 per participant for 1-hour semi-private small-group training (Up to three participants)
$54 for 30-minute individual private training
Purchase a package!
Established Client
Purchase ongoing training sessions individually or in bundles.
Individual Private Training 1-hour Options: $30 for a single session, $125 for a 5 session package ($25/session), $230 for a 10 session package ($23/session)
Individual Private Training 30-minute Options: $20 for a single session, $90 for a 5 session package ($18/session), or $160 for a 10 session package ($10/session)
Semi-Private Partner Training 1-hour Options: $25 for a single session, $100 for a 5 session package ($20/session), or $180 for a 10 session package ($18/session)
**There are NO 30 minute partner sessions at this time.
Purchase a session!
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Annual pool passes are available for the family members of UK students, faculty, & staff.
How it works...
Dependants 16 years and older are eligible.
Cost $50 per year.
Connect with membership sales at the LAC lobby.
Bring a photo ID and your preferred method of payment.
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Are you a student living in the residence halls, a member of the FSL community or a student organization, or an instructor with UK101? If so, you can request a presentation from POWER, which offers a variety of options. To make a request, you can either send an email to POWER or fill out the Presentation Request Form.
Welcome to POWER! We cover a variety of health promotion and wellness topics and accommodate customized requests. If you have a custom request, please send us an email. For all other presentation requests, please fill out our Presentation Request Form.
We process submissions on a first-come, first-served basis, so please submit your request at least 15 business days before your preferred presentation date.
We strive to provide inclusive, accessible presentations that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation please provide details on the request form.
Requesting parties must coordinate facility reservations for presentation requests. Please note that processing your initial request may take 3-5 days.
We also offer additional services, including Wellhuts, Tabling Requests, Sexperts Peer Education sessions, Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Peer Education sessions, etc. Let us know if you're interested in any of these programs.
(50 minutes) This hands-on, interactive session covers the five main lessons of The Learning Bar. It will address what a standard drink is, expectancies, alcohol poisoning and bystander intervention, risk reduction, and beginning with the end in mind. It is the perfect fit for any class.
(75-90 minutes) The full bar session takes the five main lessons of the Special Event and adds another 12 for a total of 17 lessons. Additional lessons address alcohol myopia, potentiation, how effervescence affects intoxication, and more. Students will leave with knowledge, skills, and resources. They will even be served non-alcoholic drinks and snacks as part of “The Main Event.”
(Time Varies) Staff will work with you to create an experience that perfectly fits your group.
(45-60) An interactive presentation hosted by the Collegiate Recovery Community to gain a better understanding of recovery from addiction, ways to eliminate stigma, and how to become an Ally to those seeking a sober curious lifestyle! The CRC constantly strives to foster an environment where students in or seeking recovery feel accepted by their peers, are encouraged to share about their recovery, feel comfortable asking for help, and are celebrated by the community. By becoming a Recovery Ally, you are declaring to students in or seeking recovery that you embody these ideals.
Each training will cover the following:
- High-level overview of addiction and recovery
- Addiction and recovery on campus
- Recovery friendly language
- How to connect students with the CRC
- Ways to get involved as a Recovery Ally
(45-60 minutes) This interactive class will cover the basics of sexual health to empower students to take control of their bodies and sexual well-being as they navigate college life.
(45-60 minutes) Based on Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies. Students will discover their tendency to respond to inner and outer expectations. In this presentation, they will learn how to work with their tendency while also learning helpful tips to interact with other tendency types to complete tasks and meet goals at school, work, or in any relationship.
(45-60 minutes) Students will learn about the role of self-care and mindfulness and each component of self-care. Goals related to personal care needs will be set and students will learn how to check in with themselves effectively.
(45-60 minutes) This interactive presentation explores your current relationship with your body and body image and how to transform this relationship by identifying where diet culture is present in your life and equipping you with techniques to empower you.
(45-60 minutes) Learn about what Health and Wellness Coaching entails and what the program through POWER looks like. Practice goal setting in this presentation and learn how to connect with a coach to get you started on your behavior change journey.
(45 - 60 minutes) We get it; talking about sex can be uncomfortable at times. This presentation will show you how to navigate these conversations, including obtaining consent, setting boundaries, and expressing your wants.
(45 - 60 minutes) This program aims to spread body positivity and awareness by breaking down what is “normal.” We will discuss social stigma and expectations vs. what is real to encourage everyone to understand their own bodies.
(45 - 60 minutes) Don’t think you learned enough from your high school sex ed? This presentation will break the stigma, address common misconceptions., and cover all the bases, from birth control and STIs to erogenous zones.
(45-60 minutes) In this engaging trivia game, participants learn about the state of sexual health on campus and the basics of having a healthy sex life as a college student.
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Tired of long wait times? On a tight schedule? Need some dedicated time on a power rack or deadlift platform? Campus Recreation is excited to offer reservable rack space in the Johnson Center!
These state-of-the-art power rack and deadlift spaces offer a one-stop full-body training opportunity.
Each rack includes a dedicated adjustable bench, barbell, bumper plates, dumbbells, kettlebells, low-profile weight collars, a pull-up bar, and pulley access.
Other specialty accessories are available in the room making this a one-stop, modular training space that each person can configure to meet their needs.
How it works...
- Advance reservations begin at the top of every hour and reservation holders who have not checked in by 10 minutes after the hour will forfeit their reserved time.
- Those who have forfeited their reservation may still make a walk-in reservation upon arrival if unreserved racks remain available.
- Walk-in reservations may be made at any time during open hours.
- Every reservation holder may have one additional person with them in the rack space at a time. To prevent crowding, reservation holders with parties larger than two must have the additional training partners remain outside the reservable rack area until it is their turn to lift.
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Students who have multiple stressors in their personal, family, or academic life often don’t know what to tackle first. We are here to listen, understand, and help students prioritize their needs. If you know of a student who may benefit from outreach from our office, submit a referral on their behalf.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
513 Patterson Office Tower
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Our Relaxation Rooms are quiet, low-sensory spaces for UK students to relieve stress. Drop-in to use the massage chairs, relax with arts and crafts, meditate, or use a light therapy lamp to reduce symptoms of seasonal affective disorder.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
Location
105 Mandrell Hall
401 Multidisciplinary Science Bldg
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Unit/Program Description
UK Religious and Spiritual Life's mission is to provide support for students in finding or creating a community consistent with their faith tradition, worldview, or spirituality.
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Whether you are looking for the right religious or spiritual student organization to join, you are interested in starting a new religious or spiritual student organization, or you'd just like to know more about our office, schedule an in-person or zoom meeting with our Director Justin Sadle.
Schedule a meeting
Hours of Operation
Advising Hours:
Monday: 1:00 - 4:30pm
Tuesday - Thursday: 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday - 9:30am - 12:00pm
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POWER provides sexual health information and resources by engaging students with outreach opportunities through events, presentations, and clinics. For further information concerning Sexual Health offerings, please contact Elizabeth Finley at Elizabeth.finley@uky.edu.
Follow Us on Instagram: @poweruky
Get Yourself Tested (GYT) Clinics are a partnership between University Health Service and POWER to provide students with monthly opportunities to get STI screenings done at outreach events. Students attending these events will also receive sexual health information and resources. Additional clinics for HIV testing will also be offered throughout the semester, with testing provided through UK HealthCare.
Sexual health presentations and events can be provided by request. Presentations cover various topics, including basic sexual health knowledge, communication, and body normalcy, or they can be created to cater to specific content. The Student Wellness Coordinator or the Sexperts may provide these presentations.
Sexual health resources, including condoms, lubricant, dental dams, etc., can be obtained at any Sexpert or sexual health event. These items can also be obtained by coming to the POWER wing of the 3rd Floor Gatton Student Center East Wing. Condoms can also be obtained in the 2nd-floor restrooms at the University Health Service building.
Sexual health care is provided to students by University Health Service. Students can be seen for GYN/GU services, including pap smears and birth control. They can also be seen for STI examination. These services are included in the student health fee but can also be utilized with private health insurance or a pay out-of-pocket option. There are also community options for testing through the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department and AVOL.
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Our office provides free condoms, dental dams, and other sexual wellness items and resources to any students needing these products. Stop by anytime during our office hours to take some out of our resource cart (located at the front of the office).
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday
9AM-6PM (Fall/Spring)
9AM-5PM (Summer)
Location
Dinkle-Mas Suite for LGBTQ* Resources
160 Avenue of Champions Suite A250 Lexington, KY 40508
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