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Spring into Sustainability

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With Spring right around the corner, it is a great time to recognize how we engage with our surroundings in ways that not only benefit our personal wellbeing but the wellbeing of the planet as well. Here are some great resources to get involved in at CSU to promote holistic health. 

A great starting point to engage in sustainability is to look out for events and programs hosted by the Eco Leaders on your building’s digital signs. The Eco Leaders are sustainability residential educators for CSU’s residence halls. Be sure to engage with the Eco Leaders through their various campaigns like the Zero Waste Game or events like Environmental Eats. There is one Eco Leader in each Residence Hall and four in Aggie Village Apartments.

 

Eco Leaders Program – Housing & Dining Services (colostate.edu)

Another great way to get hands-on experience with environmental sustainability is the CSU student chapter of the Society for Ecological Restoration. The SER student chapter offers in person events such as tree-planting (on and off campus), hosts guest speakers, and brings students together with sustainability professionals to tackle environmental challenges. This is a great method for networking, and offers something for all students of different backgrounds.

 

CSU Society for Ecological Restoration Student Guild – Warner College of Natural Resources (colostate.edu)

Focusing on personal wellbeing during exam season, CSU offers a variety of resources for tutoring and studying. One such resource is The Institute for Learning and Teaching (TILT). TILT offers tutoring for graduate and undergraduate students as well as group learning sessions. Also, TILT has a wide variety of online resources such as their “study skills” resource page.

 

The Institute for Learning and Teaching | Colorado State University (colostate.edu)

CSU’s rec center also offers various intramural sports and leagues to get involved in some outdoor activity. The rec center website offers information regarding these leagues, how to sign up, and their pledge to inclusivity through sports. The CSU rec center also offers various amenities such as a lap pool, fully-equipped weight rooms, and a track just to mention a few.

 

Intramural Sports – Campus Recreation (colostate.edu)

The CSU Health Network offers a portal called YOU@CSU to provide campus resources, evidence-based/informed original content and tools to increase student success around academics, physical and mental health, and purpose (community, social). Users can learn new skills, get advice, set goals, puruse useful and relateable content or search for something specific. The innovative digital tool promotes self- reflection, allowing students to be more proactive with their health and well-being in order to make the most of their college experience.

 

YOU@CSU – CSU Health Netwok (colostate.edu)

HDS Summer Jobs

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Hello Rams!

Multiple areas of Housing & Dining Services are actively recruiting for summer student employment positions! Positions are available on the Main campus and at the CSU Mountain Campus and are appropriate for a variety of majors. 

Conference & Event Services is hiring up to 38 students to fill the Guest Services Representative (GSR) role, greeting guests mid-May to mid-August. 

  • A partial meal plan (85 meals) is provided for the summer. 
  • Hourly compensation starting at $14.42 with air-conditioned, on-campus housing (or $16.00/hour for staff who choose to live off-campus). 
  • For more details on the position please visit Handshake (ID #: 7433527) or visit the CES employment page.
  • This is an online application process, accessed by visiting the employment links above. The application deadline is February 18.

Mountain Campus is hiring up to 35 students for seasonal crews, including: dining, housekeeping, office, challenge course, utility (grounds work), and Eco Experience Instructors.  

  • Incredible seasonal employment experience in a remote Rocky Mountain valley at 9,000’.   
  • Free meals and housing for all staff, for the entire duration of your employment. 
  • Hourly wage starting at $15.00, with work weeks of 32-40 hours.
  • For more details, please visit Handshake or the Mountain Campus employment page .
  • This is an online application process, accessed by visiting the employment links above.  Priority application deadline is February 18, with applications accepted until all positions are filled. 

University Housing is hiring up to 10 students for the Summer Resident Assistant (RA) position working with Summer Session Housing in Parmelee Hall.  

 

  • The Summer RA position is a live-in student staff position that assists with community building and safety/security within the residence halls.  This position provides students with a unique summer living and working experience on campus.  
  • A single room in the residence halls and 21 meals per week are provided during employment.
  • For more details, please visit the University Housing employment page 
  • This is an online application process, accessed by visiting the employment links above.  Priority application deadline is February 18, with applications accepted until all positions are filled.

Housing & Dining Facilities is hiring up to 85 students primarily for the Environmental Building Services role, cleaning & prepping rooms and apartments, and more limited Maintenance roles including painting and minor repairs from mid-May to mid-August, with the opportunity to continue in the Fall. 

 

  • Hourly compensation includes our base wage of $16.00, plus a $2.00/hr. summer wage bonus which sunsets with the final August paycheck ($18.00/hr. for the summer).
  • To apply, visit the HDS Facilities employment application page. More information will be provided soon on Handshake as well.
  • This is an online application process, accessed by visiting the employment link above.  Priority application deadline is March 1st. 

Mindfully Managing Stress Workshops

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Mindfully Managing Stress for Students

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Need to get a handle on your stress? This 4-session workshop will cover 11 mindfulness practices to support your well-being. Mindfulness is a way to train ourselves to be in the present moment with awareness, acceptance, and self-compassion. Practicing mindfulness can help us cope with difficult experiences, cultivate meaning, and boost positive emotions.  In this series we will delve into mind-body techniques which can strengthen our skills for dealing with life.  We will also have time to practice these new skills. We meet once a week and attending all 4 sessions is encouraged. Sessions will take place at the CSU Health Network or on Zoom. Registration is required; space is limited. 

#1- Mondays from 1:15 PM to 2:45PM, 2/5/2024 until 2/26/2024 at the CSU Health Network

#2- Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, 2/27/2024 until 3/26/2024 on Zoom (not meeting on March 12th due to Spring break )

#3- Wednesdays from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, 4/3/2024 until 4/24/2024 at the CSU Health Network 

Register Here

Mindfully Managing Stress Retreat for Students

Friday 3/1/24 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM at the CSU Health Network

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Need to get a handle on your stress? In this nourishing -hour afternoon retreat, we will lead you through mindfulness practices to support your well-being. Mindfulness is a way to train ourselves to be in the present moment with awareness, acceptance, and self-compassion. Practicing mindfulness can help us cope with difficult experiences, cultivate meaning, and boost positive emotions.  We will practice mind-body techniques which can strengthen our skills for dealing with life.  Get ready for a nourishing, de-stressing afternoon. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required; space is limited. 

Register Here

Improving Sleep and Your Wellbeing

5 Session Workshop for Students at the CSU Health Network

Wednesdays, 12 noon – 1:00PM, February 28th, March 6th, 20th, 27th, and April 10th

Do you have trouble sleeping? Or, do you think you sleep well but wake up not feeling refreshed? If so, this sleep 5 session workshop can help you.  You will learn proven behaviors and habits that lead to better sleep and related daily functioning. We will cover the benefits of sleep to your physical, emotional, and mental well-being, and how sleep medications and other substances can affect your sleep and sleep patterns.  This workshop goes beyond sleep hygiene, including how to use a sleep diary to better understand your sleep and what your sleep patterns might be telling you. We will discuss the physiology of sleep and you will have an opportunity to complete a sleep assessment./ There will be Q&A time for your specific questions. This free five-session workshop is for undergrad and graduate students at CSU. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register Here