Workshops are more didactic in nature and allow participants to gain knowledge and skill sets related to a specific topic. Members will participate in activities and/or exercises to help them gain greater insight and/or practice new skills. Please see below for more information.

*All workshops will be offered based on request and VCCS availability throughout the year. For more information on how to request a workshop from VCCS staff please visit our Outreach and Training page.

Please Note:  All workshops will be offered in person or through telehealth on a secure video platform, and will be determined by VCCS Staff as appropriate.

Fall 2024 Drop-in Workshops:

ADHD: So I'm not just lazy and inconsiderate? Thursday, September 26th, 3PM-4PM

ADHD is simultaneously the most over- and under-diagnosed mental health condition in our modern era. Most diagnoses come when people enter college due to the shift in structure, certainty, and flexibility. Learn from a fellow ADHD-er about ADHD and how it can affect aspects of relationships, sleep, emotional regulation, motivation, and procrastination on September 26th from 3PM-4PM. I will discuss strategies to help change from a bootstrap, self-focused view of motivation to a view of creating systems to help support your stimulation-seeking brain, like writing down and setting an alarm right now to attend September 26th at 3PM-4PM. (Good job!)

Bipolar Disorder Support Workshop Thursday, September 26th, 4-5PM

This workshop is open for students diagnosed with bipolar disorder who would like to connect with peers about their experiences with this diagnosis. The workshop will include some psychoeducation on bipolar disorder and managing symptoms across various domains in life and serve as a space for support and connection.

Get What You Want and Keep Relationships (Roommate Conflict) - Thursday, October 24th, 3:00PM-4:00PM at Metcalf

Living with roommates brings various challenges that you never had a prep class for—setting expectations, resolving disputes, and avoiding conflicts are just a few common issues. Join our drop-in workshop to focus on practical interpersonal skills to navigate the unknown terrain of new, ongoing relationships: speak to your needs, manage expectations, tolerate distress, learn to say "No," set effective boundaries, and ensure you can speak to your wants and find ways to get what you need.

Harm Reduction Approach to Partying Wednesday, September 25th, 3:30PM-4:30PM

This workshop is an opportunity to consider how a harm-reduction approach to partying can help reduce potential harmful consequences. This method is not about abstinence but rather about establishing how to have fun safely. The goal is to develop plans for protective behaviors to ensure physical and psychological safety while in a party environment. The workshop hopes to empower a sense of care and compassion around valuing yourself and making the right decisions for you despite what others are doing.

Navigating a Health Condition as a Vassar Student Friday, November 8th, 3-4:30pm

Do you struggle with health limitations that impact your academic and social life? Is it hard to find balance? Do you feel different than your healthy peers? Are you worried about the impact of your health on your future? You're not alone. In this workshop, you will find support, compassion, and guidance from your facilitator and fellow students facing similar challenges.

Theraputic Doodling Friday, September 27th, 3:00PM-4:00PM

Discover the calming power of doodling in this hands-on workshop. Learn simple, effective techniques to ease stress and quiet your mind. Through guided exercises, you'll explore how creative expression can help regulate emotions and bring peace to your day. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting, these accessible methods will equip you with tools to calm your mind anytime, anywhere.