Wright State brings campus community together to celebrate mental health and well-being

From goat yoga to root beer floats, Wright State University put a creative spin on World Mental Health Day on Oct. 1 with activities designed to help students, faculty and staff prioritize their mental health and well-being. 

More than 40 vendors and university organizations filled the celebration on the Mall, offering resources, activities and opportunities for Wright State community members to connect, learn and de-stress. Students, faculty and staff also enjoyed free pizza, games, music, mental health bingo and a night cycle ride with Campus Recreation. 

“We are celebrating World Mental Health Day today, so we can show that our community supports mental health,” said Sara Baker, wellness and health program manager in Counseling and Wellness Services. “We are all here to support one another and support our pack.” 

This is the fourth year the Health and Wellness Task Force has hosted the event. Its mission is to work to foster a culture of care on Wright State’s Dayton and Lake campuses and promote resources that help community members prioritize their well-being.