Finals week has yet again reared its head as the spring semester draws to a close. During this stressful time, it's vital to maintain healthy boundaries with your work and care for your mind by stepping away from your studies, exams, and/or papers.

Stress Less Week occurs between Saturday, May 3rd and Tuesday, May 13th. During this timeframe, different departments, divisions, and offices across campus will host events to help de-stress. This list is not exhaustive, so be sure to check EngageD for any additional study breaks.

If you need any additional resources, please reach out to the Wellness Center or the CARE Team for support.

You're going to do great! We believe in you. Good luck!

Stress Less Schedule

Saturday, May 3rd

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day

Recharge | Class of 2028

Take a break from the books and join us on the lawn for a short afternoon of games, snacks, crafts, and free school supplies. Whether you need to relax, recharge, or just grab some goodies, this is the perfect study break during finals week.

• Where: Morgan Field
• When: 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Sunday, May 4th

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day

Monday, May 5th

Pepsi Prize Raffle & Giveaway for over $75 spent | Dining Services

Purge your points at Devil's Den! Anything over $75dollars or points enters you into a raffle for a Pepsi Prize!

• Where: Devil's Den
• When: All Day

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day

Bunny Break | Wellness Center

Take a break with the Bunnies while you get ready for finals! It is required to RSVP on EngageD before attending this event.

• Where: Wellness Center
• When: 9:30 - 10:00 am; 10:00 - 10:30 am; 12:30 - 1:00 pm

Late Night Breakfast | Dining Services

Enjoy a late-night breakfast before your long night of studying provided by Dining Services. Come and enjoy!

• Where: Dining Hall
• When: 9:30 - 10:30 pm

Tuesday, May 6th

Pepsi Prize Raffle & Giveaway for over $75 spent | Dining Services

Purge your points at Devil's Den! Anything over $75dollars or points enters you into a raffle for a Pepsi Prize!

• Where: Devil's Den
• When: All Day

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day

Bunny Break | Wellness Center

Take a break with the Bunnies while you get ready for finals! It is required to RSVP on EngageD before attending this event.

• Where: Wellness Center
• When: 9:30 - 10:00 am; 10:00 - 10:30 am

Crunch Time Popcorn Bar | Student Success & Academic Advising Center

Take a break from the books and fuel your brain at our Popcorn Bar! We are offering freshly popped popcorn and many delicious toppings to keep you energized and focused. Whether you need a quick snack to power through your study session or a tasty treat to celebrate finishing an exam, our popcorn bar has got you covered. Stop by, grab a bag, and conquer those finals with a crunch!

• Where: Britton Plaza OR Biddle House
• When: 12:00 - 2:00 pm

Student Senate Study Break | Student Senate

Take a break and grab a self-care mug filled with goodies like tea, tissues, and chapstick sponsored by Student Senate!

• Where: TBD
• When: 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Late Night Treats | Dining Services

Late night study session? Grab coffee and a snack at the Biblio to keep you fueled.

• Where: Biblio Cafe
• When: 9:30 pm

Wednesday, May 7th

Wellness Boosting Juice Shots | Dining Services

Keep your body and mind strong as you cram for finals, grab a quick health-boosting juice shot for wellness on the go!

• Where: Juice Bar
• When: 11:00 - 12:30 pm

Bunny Break | Wellness Center

Take a break with the Bunnies while you get ready for finals! It is required to RSVP on EngageD before attending this event.

• Where: Wellness Center
• When: 12:30 - 1:00 pm; 2:00 - 2:30 pm; 3:00 - 3:30 pm

Pepsi Prize Raffle & Giveaway for over $75 spent | Dining Services

Purge your points at Devil's Den! Anything over $75dollars or points enters you into a raffle for a Pepsi Prize!

• Where: Devil's Den
• When: All Day

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day

MCC - Movie, Craft, Community | The Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Make tie blanket for those in need (or craft in general) while watching a movie!

• Where: Asbell Center for Jewish Life
• When: 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Thursday, May 8th

Chocolate Covered Espresso Bean Giveaway | Dining Services

Need energy quickly? Grab some chocolate-covered espresso beans at Union Station for that extra energy & sugar boost.

• Where: Union Station
• When: 11:00 am

Bunny Break | Wellness Center

Take a break with the Bunnies while you get ready for finals! It is required to RSVP on EngageD before attending this event.

• Where: Wellness Center
• When: 12:30 - 1:00 pm; 2:00 - 2:30 pm; 3:00 - 3:30 pm

Study Break | The Mermaid Society

Study Break sponsored by The Mermaid Society. Snacks, drinks and study space available at The Paz.

• Where: The Paz Center
• When: 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Pepsi Prize Raffle & Giveaway for over $75 spent | Dining Services

Purge your points at Devil's Den! Anything over $75dollars or points enters you into a raffle for a Pepsi Prize!

• Where: Devil's Den
• When: All Day

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day

Donuts with DPS | Department of Public Safety

Take a break and have some donuts and drinks provided by DPS staff.

• Where: Britton Plaza
• When: 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Friday, May 9th

Pepsi Prize Raffle & Giveaway for over $75 spent | Dining Services

Purge your points at Devil's Den! Anything over $75dollars or points enters you into a raffle for a Pepsi Prize!

• Where: Devil's Den
• When: All Day

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day

Saturday, May 10th

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day

Sunday, May 11th

Brain Breaks | Library Services

Give your brain a break! Our activity table will feature different ways to de-stress throughout the week, including collaging, rock painting, puzzles, and more. 

• Where: Waidner-Spahr Library
• When: All Day