Flourish Festival
The Flourish Festival is back—and bigger than ever! Now in its third year, this event has expanded from a single day to a week-long celebration of well-being and mindfulness. From April 7th – 11th, U of R students are invited to join us for a rejuvenating experience designed to help you de-stress, recharge, and prepare for finals with ease.
Throughout the week, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a diverse lineup of mindfulness and wellness practices, interactive workshops, and educational sessions, plus free giveaways to support your mental and emotional well-being. Whether you’re looking to self-reflect, regulate your nervous system, or simply take a much-needed pause, Flourish Festival is here to help you thrive.
This event is open to all U of R students—because flourishing isn’t just about getting through the semester, it’s about feeling your best while doing it.
Exciting news: For those who attend 4+ events during the week, you’ll get entered into win one of three giveaways!
- 1st Prize: A Stanley water bottle, essential oil roll-on kit, a lavender sachet, and a stress ball
- 2nd Prize: A yoga bolster, rose quartz face roller, a lavender sachet, and a stress ball
- 3rd Prize: A Himalayan salt lamp, mindfulness coloring book, a lavender sachet, and a stress ball
- Join the #1 Mental Health & Spirituality App in the US for Free!
The Mindful University Project has partnered with the #1 Mental Health & Spirituality app in the US, Sol, to offer free premium subscriptions to the entire University community! Just download the app to your phone and create an account with your U of R email. - Free Day Pass to URMC Fitness Center
Students can get a free day pass to utilize the URMC Fitness Center, 71 Celebration Dr, during the Flourish Festival. Stop by weekdays 7 am –7 pm to take advantage of this offer. For more details, visit the Fitness Center – University of Rochester Medical Center’s website. - Sensory Space in Harper Lounge in Susan B. Anthony Dorm
Take a break and immerse yourself in a calming, multisensory experience at the Sensory Space in Harper Lounge (Susan B. Anthony Dorm) during April 7th – 11th. Designed to help you relax and recharge, this space offers a variety of sensory activities, including mood lighting, fidget toys, stress balls, zen gardens, Play-Doh, sensory stickers, coloring, a labyrinth, and more. Whether you’re looking to de-stress, explore new textures, or simply take a mindful pause, this space is here for you. - Sensory Space in Wilson Commons 407
Take a break and immerse yourself in a calming, multisensory experience at the Pop-Up Sensory Space in Wilson Commons Room 407 on April 11th from 8:30 AM – 7 PM. Designed to help you relax and recharge, this space offers a variety of sensory activities, including mood lighting, fidget toys, and more. Whether you’re looking to de-stress, explore new textures, or simply take a mindful pause, this space is here for you.
- Narcan Training and Test Strip Demo: 4-5 PM in the Gowen Room
- The Body Project (1st session of the 4 week series): 5-6 PM in the UHS 2nd Floor Reifler Room
- Non-Violent Communication Workshop: 6-7 PM in Genesee Hall Room 325
- Power Vinyasa Yoga Class: 6-7 PM in the Goergen Athletic Center Leibner-Cooper Room
- Paws for Stress Relief: 6-7:15 PM in the Goergen Athletic Center Lobby
- Mental Health Screenings at URMC: 12-1:30 PM in Flaum Atrium at URMC
- STI Testing Clinic: 1-4 PM in Wilson Commons 503 & 507
- Vinyasa Flow Yoga: 2-3 PM in the Goergen Athletic Center Leibner-Cooper Room
- Imposter Syndrome Workshop: 5:00-6:00PM in Genesee Hall Room 325
- High Fitness Class: 5:45 –6:30 PM 5:45 –6:30 PM at the URMC Fitness Center
- Sound Bath x Acupuncture Event: 6:15-7 PM & 7:15-8 PM in the Hawkins-Carlson Room at Rush Rhees Library: 6:15-7 PM & 7:15-8 PM in the Hawkins-Carlson Room at the Rush Rhees Library
- DeStress Fest: 6-8 PM in the Welles-Brown Room at the Rush Rhees Library
- Yoga for the Nervous System: 5:15-6:15 PM in the Goergen Athletic Center Leibner-Cooper Room
- Safe Zone Training: 6:00 – 7:00 PM in Douglass 305
- Alexander Technique Workshop: 2:35 – 3:25 PM in Ciminelli Lounge at the Eastman School of Music Student Living Center
- Zumba Class: 5:45 – 6:30 PM at the URMC Fitness Center
- Vinyasa Yoga Class: 6-7 PM in the Goergen Athletic Center Leibner-Cooper Room
- Awaken and Sol Search Talk; The Science and Practice of the Quest led by Dr. Lisa Miller and Nazar Yasin: 7-8 PM in Morey Hall 321
- Wellness Tour: 10:30-11:30 AM at Susan B. Anthony Dorm
- Calming U Mindfulness Class with Debra (1st class out of 4!): 10:30 – 11:45 AM on Zoom
- Flow & Restore Yoga: 11 AM – 12 PM in the Goergen Athletic Center Leibner-Cooper Room
- Yoga II at the Program of Dance and Movement: 11:50-1:05 PM in Spurrier Dance Studio
- Eat Greek Food Truck: 12-2 PM on the Wilson Quad
- Mind-Body Wellness Panel: 12:30 – 1:30 PM in the Gowen Room
- Well-being Fair: 2:30 – 4:30 PM in the Hawkins-Carlson Room & Welles-Brown Room in the Rush Rhees Library
- Walk and Unwind: 4:30-5:15PM at the Wilson Commons Porch