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StudyWell Spring 2026

Description

VCU Libraries and partners in the Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success offer StudyWell sessions focusing broadly on student wellbeing. Events highlight all types of health and wellness, including physical, financial, emotional and social health, in addition to academic success.

All sessions are free and open to all VCU students. Most events are drop-in with no registration required. For questions or accommodations, please contact the VCU Libraries Events Office at rbpander@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0593.

More about StudyWell

Session Lineup 2025-2026 Academic Year

Men of Color Study Together
James Branch Cabell Library Multipurpose Room (Room 250)
Throughout the semester, Sundays 5 - 10 p.m.

  • Drop in time for men of color to study, meet peers, and work together in a supportive environment. These events are open to all friends, allies, and supporters of the men of color community.

TRIO Together Hours
James Branch Cabell Library Multipurpose Room (Room 250)
Throughout the semester, Mondays 1 - 4 p.m.

  • Time for TRIO students to study, meet peers, and work together in a supportive environment. These events are open to all friends, allies, and supporters of the TRiO community.

You First Study Hours
James Branch Cabell Library Multipurpose Room (Room 250)
Throughout the semester, Mondays and Tuesdays 4 - 9 p.m.

  • Drop-in study hours for first-generation students. These events are open to all friends, allies, and supporters of the first-generation community.

VCU Financial Success Center Peer Coaching Hours
James Branch Cabell Library Room 108
Throughout the semester:
Mondays, 2 - 5 p.m.
Tuesdays, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Thursdays, 9 a.m. - noon and 2-5 p.m.

  • Peer coaches from The Virginia Credit Union Financial Success Center at VCU offer free financial coaching on topics such as cash flow plans, savings goals, affording college, improving your credit score and paying down debt. Meet in the conference room on the first floor directly next to the gender-neutral restrooms.

Whiteboard Wednesdays
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Wednesdays throughout the semester

  • Every week, we post a question or prompt on the large whiteboard in the lobby and provide markers so that you can share your responses. Prompts might include drawing your favorite cartoon character or asking a question like what’s your favorite coffee order or best place to study. It’s your chance to share your thoughts on the question of the day.

Let’s Clear the Air
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
March 23, 2 - 3:30 p.m. 

  • We’re not just blowing smoke—reasons why Rams quit nicotine and tobacco product use outweigh reasons for continuing. Join the PHE’s to learn about how reducing or eliminating nicotine and tobacco use can change your body and your community.

Join the Shelfie Community
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
March 24, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Our friends at the da Vinci Center can help you join a community where makers, builders, and creative thinkers can showcase early ideas, prototypes, products or whatever you may be working on at Shift Retail Lab. Take a break to play with legos and learn more about the upcoming Shelfie Cohort opportunity.

Writing Center Drop-In
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
March 24, noon - 2 p.m.

  • Join the Writing Center to learn more about their services and interact with their creative writing whiteboard prompt.

Grow Your Goals 
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
March 24, 3 - 5 p.m. 

  • Join the Peer Health Educators to learn about setting personal goals for well-being, and let your goals blossom as you plant a seed and decorate a grow kit with your aspirations.

Reflection Beads with PHE’s and Nursing Students 
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
March 26, noon - 2 p.m. 

  • Join the Peer Health Educators to learn how mindfulness and self-care can help us cope with stress and make your own beaded reflection bracelets.

Study Treats
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
March 30, 2 - 4 p.m. 

  • Studying can be hard and Rams you deserve a little boost. Stop by the Library to grab a Study Survival Kit before heading back to the books and refill your brain during midterms.

Switch Games in the Library
Health Sciences Library Lobby
March 31, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Calling all Mario Kart racers and Smash Bros. players. The Health Sciences Library will be offering Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros. in the lobby. Join us anytime during 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to take a study break with friends

Writing Center Drop-In
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
April 14, noon - 2 p.m.

  • Join the Writing Center to learn more about their services and interact with their creative writing whiteboard prompt.

Switch Games in the Library
Health Sciences Library Lobby
April 14, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Calling all Mario Kart racers and Smash Bros. players. The Health Sciences Library will be offering Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros. in the lobby. Join us anytime during 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to take a study break with friends

Richmond Public Library library card sign-up
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
April 16, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m

  • If you live in the City of Richmond or surrounding counties, stop by to register for a free library card during this visit by Richmond Public Library staff. Bring a state or federal issued ID and a document with your current address, and you’ll have access to their physical and digital collections including books, audiobooks, movies, music, newspapers and magazines. For more information visit their website. 

Safety Ambassadors
Health Sciences Library Lobby
April 16, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Want tips on staying safe while you’re on campus? Stop by and join the VCU Safety Ambassadors to learn simple, helpful ways to keep yourself (and your friends) safe. 

Earth Day Celebration
Health Sciences Library Lobby
April 22, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • The Health Sciences Library will be giving flower seeds away and making buttons to celebrate Earth Day.

April Showers Bring May Flowers: Prepping for the End of the Semester with the Campus Learning Center
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
April 23, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

  • It’s the final stretch of the semester. Don’t let end-of-semester burnout and stress rain on your parade. Stop by and chat with the Campus Learning Center Academic Coaching team to learn more about final exam prep and how to finish the semester on a strong note.

Switch Games in the Library
Health Sciences Library Lobby
April 28, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Calling all Mario Kart racers and Smash Bros. players. The Health Sciences Library will be offering Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros. in the lobby. Join us anytime during 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to take a study break with friends.

Switch Games in the Library
Health Sciences Library Lobby
May 5, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Calling all Mario Kart racers and Smash Bros. players. The Health Sciences Library will be offering Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros. in the lobby. Join us anytime during 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to take a study break with friends.

Midterm Snacks and Crafts at the Health Sciences Library 
Health Sciences Library Lobby 
May 6, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

  • Stop by the lobby of HSL to fuel up on some healthy snacks and make a craft while you study for midterms.

Past Events

Cannabis trivia program with Peer Health Educators
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Jan. 13, noon - 2 p.m. 

  • Join the Peer Health Educators to learn about the effects of using cannabis. You will have the opportunity to test your knowledge and win prizes in a trivia game.

Donut Worry, We've Got Your Finances with VCU Financial Success Center
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Jan. 14, 10 a.m. - noon

  • Learn about the services offered by VCU's Financial Success Center while enjoying a free donut.

Let’s Get Hygge!
Honors College, Room 1303
Jan. 15, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

  • Celebrate the end of the semester with Hygge vibes. (Hygge = Danish word for a cozy and contented mood.) Drop in and enjoy feeling calm and cozy under twinkle lights and serene decor. Dress comfy, bring a blanket and a mug. Food, giveaways and crafts.

Green flags, wrap it up
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Jan. 20, noon- 2 p.m. 

  • Join RecWell's Peer Health Educators for an interactive table with activities to learn how to properly use an external condom.

Caffeine Consciousness
Health Sciences Library Lobby
Jan. 21, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Join the Peer Health Educators for an interactive activity to test your knowledge about the caffeine content in your favorite drinks.

Join the Shelfie Community
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Jan. 29, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Our friends at the da Vinci Center can help you join a community where makers, builders, and creative thinkers can showcase early ideas, prototypes, products or whatever you may be working on at Shift Retail Lab. Take a break to play with Legos and learn more about the upcoming Shelfie Cohort opportunity.

Grow your Goals
Health Sciences Library Lobby 
Feb. 5, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Join the Peer Health Educators to learn about setting personal goals for well-being, and let your goals blossom as you decorate a grow kit with your aspirations.

Writing Center Drop-In
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 10, noon - 2 p.m.

  • Join the Writing Center to learn more about their services and interact with their creative writing whiteboard prompt.

You Got the Beat!
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 10, 3 - 5 p.m.

  • Join the Peer Health Educators to learn about the effect music can have on your mental health and wellbeing.

Safety Ambassadors
Health Sciences Library Lobby
Feb. 12, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Want tips on staying safe while you’re on campus? Stop by and join the VCU Safety Ambassadors to learn simple, helpful ways to keep yourself (and your friends.) safe.

Valentine’s Day Maker Event
Health Sciences Library Lobby 
Feb. 12, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. 

  • Stop by the Health Sciences Library to make an anatomically correct heart card for a friend or loved one (or even yourself), grab a sweet treat and learn more about the equipment available in the Health Sciences Library Makerspace.

Proud of Your Peers
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 12, noon - 2 p.m. 

  • Join RecWell's Peer Health Educators in celebrating our different identities and accomplishments. This program includes a creative crafting activity where students will decorate a safety pin with beads and charms.

Who’s Who
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 13, 2 - 4 p.m. 

  • Community begins with connection. Take this time to meet other Rams, find your people, and spark friendships that could last beyond your time at VCU.

Cannabis 101
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 16, 2 - 3:30 p.m. 

  • Join the Peer Health Educators to learn about the effects of using cannabis. You will have the opportunity to test your knowledge and win prizes in a trivia game.

Olympic Games Viewing
Health Sciences Library Lobby
Feb. 6 - Feb. 22, various times and dates

  • Stop by the Health Sciences Library to view live and replay Olympic Games sporting events Feb. 6 through Feb. 22, during open hours. 

Well-being Rocks
Jams Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 18, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

  • Join RecWell's Peer Health Educators to learn about ways to destress and practice mindful self-care by painting a rock.

Well-being Rocks
Health Science Library Lobby
Feb. 19, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

  • Join RecWell's Peer Health Educators to learn about ways to destress and practice mindful self-care by painting a rock.

Study Abroad Day with the Global Education Office
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 23, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m

  • Swing by to celebrate Study Abroad Day with the Global Education Office,and learn more about the global impact of studying abroad with VCU.

Count Your Zzzz's
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 23, 2 - 3:30 p.m. 

  • Join RecWell's Peer Health Educators to talk about ways to get the sleep of your dreams. This event includes sleep assessments and tips for healthier rest.

Join the Shelfie Community
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 24, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m

  • Our friends at the da Vinci Center can help you join a community where makers, builders, and creative thinkers can showcase early ideas, prototypes, products or whatever you may be working on at Shift Retail Lab. Take a break to play with legos and learn more about the upcoming Shelfie Cohort opportunity.

Richmond Public Library library card sign-up
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 24, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m

  • If you live in the City of Richmond or surrounding counties, stop by to register for a free library card during this visit by Richmond Public Library staff. Bring a state or federal issued ID and a document with your current address, and you’ll have access to their physical and digital collections including books, audiobooks, movies, music, newspapers and magazines. For more information visit their website. 

A Little Shout-Out to… You. with the Campus Learning Center
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 25, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

  • We are a little over a month into the new semester now: What better time to show some love and appreciation for those who helped us get started on the right foot. Join our Campus Learning Center Academic Coaching team for a gratitude-themed craft and some resources to help you find balance in your busy schedules.

Switch Games in the Library
Health Sciences Library Lobby
Feb. 26, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Calling all Mario Kart racers and Smash Bros. players. The Health Sciences Library will be offering Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros. in the lobby.Join us anytime during 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to take a study break with friends.

All Foods Fit
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Feb. 27, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

  • Join RecWell's Peer Health Educators to learn about nutrition fundamentals and how to create well balanced meals. Explore snack ideas as well as low cost meals on and around campus.

Midterm Snacks and Crafts at HSL 
Health Sciences Library Lobby 
March 3, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

  • Stop by the lobby of HSL to fuel up on some healthy snacks and make a craft while you study for midterms.

National Old Stuff Day
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
March 3, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • In celebration of National Old Stuff Day, we’ve cleaned out our closet to give away vintage goodies while supplies last.

Periodic Table of Friends
Health Sciences Library
March 3, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

  • VCU Friends will be providing a study break for students to write postcards home.

Mindful Midterms: Count Your Zzzz’s
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
March 3, noon - 2 p.m. 

  • Join RecWell's Peer Health Educators to talk about ways to get the sleep of your dreams. This event includes sleep assessments and tips for healthier rest.

Graduate Research Symposium
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
March 4, noon - 2 p.m.

  • Come learn more about the upcoming Graduate Research Symposium to see how you can join VCU’s research community.

Mindful Midterms: Reflection Beads
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
March 5, noon - 2 p.m. 

  • Join the Peer Health Educators to learn how mindfulness and self-care can help us cope with stress and make your own beaded reflection bracelets.

Graduate Research Symposium
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
March 6, noon - 2 p.m.

  • Come learn more about the upcoming Graduate Research Symposium to see how you can join VCU’s research community.

Paralympic Games Viewing
Health Sciences Library Lobby
March 6 - March 15, various times and dates

  • Stop by the Health Sciences Library to view live and replay Olympic Games sporting events March 5 through March 15, during open hours.

Helping your Study Strategies Bloom and Blossom – with the Campus Learning Center
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
March 17, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

  • We have reached the midterm point in the semester. How are we feeling about our study strategies so far? The Campus Learning Center Academic Coaching team is here to help your study strategies continue to bloom and blossom.

Find Your Fit 
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
March 18, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

  • Join RecWell's Peer Health Educators to learn realistic ways to stay active, and the resources on and around campus to help you find your fit.

Switch Games in the Library
Health Sciences Library Lobby
March 19, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Calling all Mario Kart racers and Smash Bros. players. The Health Sciences Library will be offering Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros. in the lobby.Join us anytime during 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to take a study break with friends.

ConnectED x StudyWell
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
March 19, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

  • Learn how to get the most out of your General Education classes. ConnectED faculty will be on hand with prizes and PIZZA. Join us for an interactive study break that will leave you recharged and ready to get ConnectED. More information about ConnectED here: https://www.connected.vcu.edu

First Day of Spring at Health Sciences Library 
Health Sciences Library Lobby
March 19, noon - 2 p.m. 

  • We’re giving away fresh daisies in celebration of the first day of Spring.

First Day of Spring at Cabell Library 
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
March 20, noon - 2 p.m. 

  • We’re giving away fresh daisies in celebration of the first day of Spring.