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Spring 2020 Group Counseling
The Wellness Center offers a variety of groups throughout each semester that are free and open to all LUC students. Check out our Spring 2020 group offerings!
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Marijuana legalization in Illinois
As of 1/1, recreational marijuana use is now legal in Illinois for people over 21. However, marijuana use and possession is still illegal at Loyola due to federal law, and students of any age are not permitted to use marijuana products. Please see here for more information on legalization and risks.
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Sign up for the Body Project workshop!
The Body Project focuses on positive body image. It is an interactive, two session workshop that is designed to challenge the thin ideal and help improve body satisfaction for female-identified students. The Body Project workshops are led by trained student leaders at Loyola who are passionate about promoting positive body image. The workshops are held in 2 two hour sessions a week apart. The first workshop of 2020 will be on 1/29 and 2/5 from 6-8, location TBD. Sign up here!
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E-cigarettes: Information and Potential Risks
E-cigarettes/vaping is an emerging trend and there is a lot that is still not known about its short and long term health effects. You can learn more here about e-cigarettes and the risk they may pose to young adults.
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Alcohol and Other Drug Resources
The Safety Net website contains resources for students and parents on alcohol and other drug policies, education, and places to go for assistance.
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Measles: What You Need To Know
The 2019 measles outbreak in the US reminds us of the importance of getting vaccinated. Please see here for more information on measles, the symptoms, and how it is spread.
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Meningococcal disease
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has created a brochure for college students and parents on the causes of and ways to prevent meningococcal disease (ie. meningitis).
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Meet the Staff!
The staff at the Wellness Center are committed to helping students stay physically and emotionally well during their college experience. Read more about our staff's credentials and backgrounds!
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Immunization requirement in 2 steps
All full-time Loyola students must complete the two-step process to verify proof of immunity. Step 1: Enter your immunizations on LOCUS. Step 2: Submit your official immunization record to the Wellness Center via fax, mail, or in person.
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In Crisis? Get Help now!
Please see here for a list of emergency mental health resources for LUC students.
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Wellness Center Mental Health Resources (non-emergency)
Need to make a Wellness Center appointment for counseling? Get more information here!
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DACA
The Wellness Center wishes to express our solidarity and support for members of our community who are covered under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. We are aware that information and misinformation in the news media and public discourse around this topic can be highly distressing. Please contact the Wellness Center if you wish to speak with a counselor about coping with the many factors involved in this issue. For assistance in finding support,students can contact Wellness Center social worker Dianna Stencel,LCSW, at 773-508-2544,and destence@luc.edu. Also, we encourage you to review this fact sheet so that you remain fully informed of your rights.
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"Here for You" Smart Phone App
The Wellness Center has an app called "Here for You" that offers access to information and resources on dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault for assault survivors, friends, and others.
