Thrive Booth

AS Atrium

9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Need a moment for yourself?
The Thrive Booth is here with little things to brighten your day — plus a smile and some encouragement, just for you.
Drop in anytime, no sign-up needed!

 

Thrive Week Kick Off

AS Atrium

9:30 a.m.

Start your week with a boost! Drop by to learn what Thrive Week is all about and explore activities to help you Pause, Recharge, and Thrive. Join us as we launch the 50 for 50 Challenge! Help celebrate 50 years of Grenfell Campus by completing activities that support your well-being and campus community.

 

Drop in Waltes

AS 2027

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Drop in and play the traditional bowl and dice game of chance, Waltes!

 

Fitness Class

Gymnasium

12:15 p.m. – 1 p.m.

Join Nora for a fun, energizing full-body workout that blends strength, cardio, and movement. All fitness levels welcome no experience needed and no fee to attend!

 

Walkie Talkies

AS Atrium

12:45 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Kick off Thrive Week with a little fresh air and friendly conversation! Join Grenfell Counsellor, Jennifer Broadbent and Librarian, Chelsea Humphries for Walkie Talkies — a casual 30-minute walk (or wheel)-and-chat designed to help you move, connect, and recharge as we head deeper into the fall semester. No agenda, no stress — just good company, good conversation, and a quick wellness boost for your mind and body. 

All abilities welcome! Bring a coat; this will take place outside if weather permits (with an alternate indoor location if needed). Slow down, step outside, and start Thrive Week on the right foot.

 

Bingo!

FC 2014

2:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Join Student Housing for a relaxing afternoon of Bingo! Destress and take a study break while spending time with friends and competing to win fabulous prizes! This is a free event!

Thrive Booth

AS Atrium

9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Need a moment for yourself?
The Thrive Booth is here with little things to brighten your day — plus a smile and some encouragement, just for you.
Drop in anytime, no sign-up needed!

 

Drop in Smudging

AS 2027

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Student Danielle Hoven will lead a smudge in the Indigenous Student Lounge.

 

Dodgeball Tournament

Gymnasium

12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Grab your team of 6–8 players and get ready for a fun, fast-paced game day! No cost to play. Open to all Grenfell Students, Faculty, and Staff.
Pre-registration required by Monday, November 3. Email your team to bmarsden@mun.ca to save your spot!

 

Thrive with the GCSU

GCSU Lounge

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Join the Grenfell Campus Student Union as the host a fun evening! They will be hosting a Board Game, Coloring page and Study Social, with music and snacks!

 

Self Defense Class

Gymnasium

6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Join us on Tuesday, November 4th for an empowering Self-Defense Class led by a skilled facilitator from Anchor Combat Academy. Learn practical techniques to increase your confidence, awareness, and personal safety in a supportive and inclusive environment. This event is open to everyone, with registration priority given to Indigenous students. Email gcindigenous@mun.ca to register.

Thrive Booth

AS Atrium

9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Need a moment for yourself?
The Thrive Booth is here with little things to brighten your day — plus a smile and some encouragement, just for you.
Drop in anytime, no sign-up needed!

 

Wellness Day

GCSU Lounge

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Feeling overwhelmed?

Take a well-deserved break and join us for Wellness Day on November 5 in the GCSU Student Lounge as part of THRIVE WEEK! Relax, unwind, and recharge with calming activities like arts and crafts, games, music, and of course, FREE snacks! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, have fun, and prioritize your well-being.

 

Goal Setting Workshop

Virtual (Webex)

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

As part of Thrive Week, the Academic Success Centre is hosting a Virtual Goal Setting workshop in which you can learn the importance of goal setting and how to set goals for your school or career success. Join us online.

Registration is required, click here: https://mun.webex.com/weblink/register/r237aa903c1814be9c6329f6e5d832a78

 

Fitness Class

Gymnasium

12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join Nora for a fun, energizing full-body workout that blends strength, cardio, and movement. All fitness levels welcome no experience needed and no fee to attend!

 

Introduction to Zotero Workshop

LC 301

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Stress less by learning how to manage multiple sources and create well-formatted citations with ease using the popular, free citation management tool Zotero. This session is intended for those who are brand new to citation management software. Please bring your own computing device.

 

Non-Alcoholic Happy Hour

GCSU Backlot

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Join the Grenfell Campus Student Union in the Backlot! They will be hosting a mocktails happy hour! Board games and relaxing music!

Thrive Booth

AS Atrium

9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Need a moment for yourself?
The Thrive Booth is here with little things to brighten your day — plus a smile and some encouragement, just for you.
Drop in anytime, no sign-up needed!

 

Breakfast Boost

AS Atrium

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Rise, shine, and energize! Enjoy a quick Breakfast Boost to fuel your morning and get going strong.

 

Vaccine (s) Clinic

Health Services

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Stay healthy this season! Visit our Thrive Week vaccine clinics for your flu shot and/or COVID booster. It’s free, convenient, and open to everyone at Grenfell — students, staff, and faculty.

 

Kekina’mut Indigenous Peer Mentorship

AS 2027

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Got questions? We have answers! A peer liaison will be available in the Indigenous Student Lounge on to help students navigate Grenfell Campus and ask any questions you may have.

 

Yoga

Gymnasium

12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Stretch, breathe, and reset. Join Chelsea for a relaxing yoga session designed to help you unwind and reconnect.

 

Student Food Bank

As 114

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

The Student Food Bank is available throughout the semester to any student who requires assistance.

 

Study Hall

AS 328

7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Finish off the week strong in an accountable environment! Instruction on how to study using the Pomodoro Method will be given and you can follow the guided session for a boost in productivity!

Thrive Booth

AS Atrium

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Need a moment for yourself?
The Thrive Booth is here with little things to brighten your day — plus a smile and some encouragement, just for you.
Drop in anytime, no sign-up needed!

 

Indoor Soccer Game

Gymnasium

12: 30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Kick back and get moving! Indoor soccer game open to students, faculty, and staff.