ReDiscover Wellness

Are you ready to ReDiscover Wellness? 

With the help of wellness-related student organizations, ReDiscover Wellness (RDW) is a chance to explore simple strategies to support your health and well-being. You’ll find opportunities to practice mindfulness, explore coping practices, and engage in activities that nurture balance and resilience. 

Alleviate Stress. Stay Motivated. Have Fun!

We host a variety of activities each year to keep you energized while alleviating stress and promoting positivity. Activities include hiking, yoga, weightlifting, health fairs, wellness gifts, crafting and more. Each year we mix it up a bit to offer something of interest for everyone. 

ReDiscover Wellness Month Kickoff: Fall into Wellness 
Date: Thursday, October 1 Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Lecture Hall Commons (by windows)
Hosted by: UME Student Affairs
Open to: Medical Students

Stop by our ReDiscover Wellness Kick-Off to pick up your 30-Day Wellness Challenge book, RDW schedule, and a few other pumpkin-spiced surprises to get you in the fall spirit! You'll discover simple, fun ways to invest in your wellbeing throughout the month. 

Vot-ER Registration: Your Voice Is Part of Your Wellness
Date: Monday, October 5 Time: 12 - 1 pm
Location: Lecture Hall Commons 
Hosted by: MOVE Texas
Open to: All Students

Wellness isn't just about taking care of your mind and body, it can also mean being connected to your community and participating in the things that matter to you. Stop by to check your registration status. This is the last day to register to vote for the November 3rd general election!  

Skin-Care: Beyond Aesthetics
Date: Wednesday, October 7 Time: 12 - 1 pm
Location: ALTC 2.213
Hosted by: DaVida Medical Spa
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

This engaging skincare education session will explore the connection between skin, stress, and overall wellbeing. Presenters will address how stress can show up in our bodies (changes in skin, disrupted sleep, jaw clenching or grinding, and tension headaches or migraines) and how to treat it.

Walk with a Future Doc
Date: Saturday, October 10 Time: 9 am
Location: San Pedro Springs Park
Hosted by: Walk with a Doc
Open to: Medical Students

Walk with a Future Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. You’ll take a few minutes to learn about a current health topic from a healthcare provider or medical student, then spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk and fun conversation. It’s a great way to get out, get active, and enjoy all the benefits that come from walking. Walk your own pace and distance.

Build a Financial First-Aid Kit
Date: Monday, October 12 Time: 12 - 1 pm
Location: LIB 2.039/2.048
Hosted by: UME Student Affairs
Open to: Medical and SPH Students
 

What better way to celebrate National Savings Day than by strengthening your financial future! Build your a financial first-aid kit and learn more about budgeting, emergency savings, and other financial topics related to future health-care providers.

Train your Brain
Date: Tuesday, October 13 Time: 12 - 1 pm
Location: LIB 2.039/2.048
Hosted by: UME Student Affairs and SHP Occupational Therapy Program
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

Give your brain a workout! Join us for a fun, interactive session exploring how games and simple mental exercises can strengthen focus, support executive functioning, and help relieve stress.

Challenge yourself with activities designed to get you thinking, problem-solving, and maybe even laughing along the way. Whether you're competitive or just curious, come see what a little brain play can do for your wellbeing!

Write your Way Forward
Date: Wednesday, October 14 Time: 12 - 1 pm
Location: LIB 2.039
Hosted by: Psychiatry Interest Group and Discussions in Medical Ethics
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

Take a moment to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. Join the Psychiatry Interest Group and DIME for a meaningful journaling experience exploring how reflection can strengthen professional identity, clarify goals, and cultivate gratitude. You’ll have the opportunity to put your thoughts on paper, reflect on where you are now, and write a letter to your future self.

Sound Bath Experience
Date: Thursday, October 15 Time: 12 - 1 pm
Location: Holly Auditorium Stage
Facilitated by: Certified Instructor from House of RythOM 
Open to: Medical Students

Take a pause from the noise and demands of everyday life. A sound bath is a mindfulness experience where you relax and immerse yourself in soothing sounds and vibrations created by instruments such as singing bowls, chimes, and other resonant instruments.

Slow down, quiet your mind, release tension, and simply be present. 

Climb outside your Comfort Zone at Halloween Headlamp Night
Date: Saturday, October 17 Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Armadillo Boulders (Downtown Location)
Hosted by: Armadillo Boulders and UTHSCSA Climbing Community
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

 Try something new, get active, and challenge yourself by joining the Climbing Community for an exciting indoor climbing adventure!

Whether you're a first-time climber or already love the wall, this is a chance to step outside your comfort zone, test your strength and problem-solving skills, and have some fun along the way. No climbing experience necessary!

Bloom with Kindness
Date: Tuesday, October 20 Time: 12-1 pm
Location: Meditation Garden (Backup for inclement weather: Howe Conference Room)
Hosted by: UME Student Affairs
Open to: Medical Students

Take a little time to create something beautiful—and remind yourself that you deserve kindness, too. Join us for a DIY Bouquet experience where you can design a bouquet for yourself or someone special as a simple symbol of compassion, gratitude, and care. Whether you keep it on your desk or brighten someone else’s day, let your bouquet be a reminder that small acts of kindness can make a big difference.

Picnic in the Quad
Date: Thursday, October 22 Time: 11:30 am - 1 pm
Location: ALTC Courtyard
Hosted by: Office of Student Life
Open to: All Students

Paws for Wellness (National Make a Dog's Day!)
Date: Thursday, October 22 Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: ALTC Courtyard
Hosted by: UME Student Affairs and PAWS
Open to: Medical and SPH Students

Come spend some time with our four-legged friends! Interacting with therapy dogs isn't just fun, it is good for your wellbeing, too. Studies show that even brief interactions with therapy dogs can reduce stress and anxiety while improving mood and feelings of wellbeing.

Take a few minutes to pause, pet, play, and recharge. Whether you’re having a stressful day or simply need a little puppy-powered happiness, come say hello!

SGA Chili Cook-Off 
Date: Thursday, October 22 Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Recreational Fields (by Gold's Gym)
Sign up required; deadline 10/16/26
Hosted by: Student Government Association
Open to: All Students

Bring the heat or bring your appetite! Sign up to compete (deadline 10/16) in various categories to win prizes! You could also come to sample entries, cast your vote, and help crown the winners!

CBSE Tea: Witching you Well + Coaster Painting
Date: Friday, October 23 Time: 10:30 - 1 pm
Location: ALTC Courtyard (weather permitting)
Hosted by: UME Student Affairs
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

Not just for MS2s! Stop by for a laid-back break featuring a cozy cup of witches' brew and a delicious variety of apple-inspired snacks. Decompress, catch up with friends, and give your brain a well-deserved break.

Take a Hike
Date: Saturday, October 24 Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Location: Government Canyon State Park
Hosted by: Hiking Club
Government Canyon State Park
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

Step away from the books and into the great outdoors! Join the Hiking Club for a relaxing and energizing hike where you can get moving, enjoy the views, and connect with others.

No hiking experience necessary—just bring comfortable shoes, water, and a willingness to explore. 

Veritas Trick-or-Treat
Date: Tuesday, October 27 Time: 1 - 3 pm
Location: ALTC 3.302
Hosted by: Veritas
Open to: Medical Students

Enjoy some time with your Veritas families while participating in fun games to get your in the holiday spirit!

Board Game Night!
Date: Tuesday, October 27 Time: 6 - 8 pm
Location:  ALTC 2.205
Hosted by: Board Certified Gamers
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

Take a break from studying and join us for a fun, low-key Game Night! Come with friends, grab a snack, and enjoy an evening of games and friendly competition. No studying required—just come ready to play, laugh, and connect with your classmates!

Spooky Cookie Decorating Party
Date: Wednesday, October 28 Time: 11:30 am - 1 pm
Location: Holly Auditorium
Hosted by: Office of Student Life
Open to: All Students

Pumpkin Painting and Book of the Month Discussion
Date: Wednesday, October 28 Time: 12 - 1 pm
Location: LIB 2.039
Hosted by: Bookish
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

Book Discussion: And Then There Were None, Agatha Christie

Discover new perspectives, sharpen your thinking skills, and connect with fellow readers. Whether you're a lifelong bookworm or haven't picked up a book in a while, come for the conversation, stay for the community, and maybe discover your next favorite read!

Basketball
Date: Wednesday, October 28 Time: 1 - 3 pm
Location: Gold's Gym (Medical Center)
Hosted by: Women's Basketball Club
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

Grab a ball and enjoy some time on the court. Players of all skill levels are welcome. The WBC is committed to creating an inclusive community that supports women’s participation, healthy school-life balance, and connection through sport.

The event is geared towards women. However, we are happy to have any students join as long as we can maintain a sportsmanlike and beginner-friendly environment.

ReDiscover Wellness Fair
Date: Thursday, October 29 Time: 11:30 am - 1 pm
Location: Holly Auditorium Foyer
Hosted by: UME Student Affairs
Open to: Medical and SHP Students

Join us for the grand finale of ReDiscover Wellness Month, the RDW fair! Enjoy a variety of interactive activities to help you discover new ways to support your mind, body, and overall wellbeing.

Bring your Wellness Challenge Book to be entered to win door prizes!

Dr. Paul Tran, @alimentaryschool
Date: Friday, October 30 Time: 12 - 9 pm
Hosted by: APAMSA, Pediatric Interest Group
Open to: Medical Students