Month: October 2025

Supporting Student Well-Being: Law Student Mental Health Day at UConn Law

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Fall in Connecticut brings crisp air, colorful leaves, and plenty of cider donuts—but for law students, it can also bring a heavier workload and looming deadlines. The American Bar Association designates October 10th as Law Student Mental Health Day aligning with World Mental Health Day, recognized by the World Health Organization.

Here at UConn Law we’re celebrating a little early with events on Tuesday, October 8—and you’re invited!

Featured Programs – October 8

  • Breakfast Break (9:30-11 am, Library Patio): Hungry?  There's a firm sponsored breakfast break in partnership with CCD on Wednesday 10/8 hosted by Pullman & Comley LLC . Representatives will be there to share coffee, snacks, information, and even a little swag. So please stop by, grab a cup of coffee, and introduce yourself!
  • Student Affairs & Mental Health Committee Tabling (12:30–1:45 pm, Library Patio): Stop by for treats, giveaways, and information about mental health resources in law school and beyond.
  • Yoga on the Quad (12:45–1:30 p.m., Hosmer Quad)
    Take a mindful break with a 45-minute yoga flow led by Christina Cruz ’24, certified yoga instructor and UConn Law alum. All levels are welcome. (Bring a mat if you have one, though it’s not required.) All levels are welcome—this is about moving, breathing, and taking a break.
  • Law Library Display: Visit the library to explore resources on lawyer well-being and mindfulness. You can also dive deeper into these topics through the Student Wellness Research Guide. 

        Year-Round Resources

        Stack of stones next to Daisy flowerYour well-being matters every day, not just on October 10. UConn Law and the Office of Student Affairs provide ongoing support, including:

        • UConn Law offers various resources to help you recognize mental health concerns as well as resources available to help you focus on your well-being.  The UConn Law Office of Student Affairs staff is located in One Stop on the second floor of the library.
        • On-campus Mental Health Counselor, Corrine, offers one on one counseling. Please email her at                       corrine.ochsner@uconn.edu to set up a time to meet! More info available through the UConn Law Student Portal.  
        • BeWell - offers free and confidential mental health support 24/7/365 by calling (833) 308- 3040 (for the US, Canada and the Caribbean). For all other locations please call +1-984-268-2016. This service offers immediate in-the-moment support with a counselor, regardless of your location, to help you manage your concerns.
        • Togetherall -completely anonymous online peer-to-peer mental health support community available free to UConn students 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Togetherall provides access to an online community and a wealth of useful resources, including self-help courses covering topics such as anxiety, sleep, depression and more. Register with your UConn email at: https://account.v2.togetherall.com/register/student

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          Together, UConn Law and the ABA are committed to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and fostering a culture of wellness in law school and the legal profession.