May is Mental Health Month

Photo by Erik Jepsen/University Communications

May 2026 Highlighted Events

Move for Mental Health

Discover how movement can support stress management, improve mood regulation, and strengthen the connection between your mind, body & heart. Attend featured classes, workshops, & events during the month of May for a chance to win prizes!

MOVE FOR MENTAL HEALTH EVENTS (PDF) 

Flourishing Through Creativity

Wednesday, May 6 | 1–2 p.m. @ The Zone

In recognition of May Mental Health Awareness Month, CAPS invites UCSD students to join us at The Zone and participate in a 60 minute workshop exploring how creativity can support well-being. Grounded in positive psychology, this workshop offers students an opportunity to slow down, reflect, and engage in a creative experience that encourages curiosity, self-expression, and connection to everyday moments of meaning and wonder. The workshop provides a supportive space for students to pause from the demands of academic life and reconnect with themselves in a restorative way. No prior art experience is required, and all materials will be provided.

Flourishing through Creativity EVENT FLYER (PDF) 

RISE Surf & Flow Event

Sunday, May 17 | 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @ Scripps Beach

Let your inner glow shine at this special Tritons' beach day! Enjoy FREE yoga by the sea and a sunshine social with surfing, beach games, crafts and light refreshments. Please bring a towel and a light jacket! Event check-in begins at 10:30am under Scripps Pier.

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De-stress Before Finals: Yoga & Meditation

Friday, May 29 | 4:30–6:30 p.m. @ Nuevo East Hammock Area in UCSD Graduate Housing

Graduate and Professional Students are invited to join us for a relaxing and restorative wellness event at the GFH grounds. The afternoon will begin with a one-hour yoga session led by a certified instructor, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation practice designed to help you reset and recharge. We will conclude with tea and coffee, along with a thoughtfully curated goodie bag filled with relaxing merchandise.

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Podcast on Suicide Prevention with Dr. Tiffany O'Meara

For a full transcript of the podcast, visit Library Digital Collections.

iFlourish/Headspace

iFLOURISH represents UC San Diego CAPS’ commitment to innovative, self-guided technology programs that provide mental health at your fingertips. CAPS is offering several online-based programs for mental health that provide evidence-based intervention and interactive help at all times. All tools are FREE, anonymous, and only available to UC San Diego students. You don’t have to be a CAPS client to join. Go to the iFlourish page to sign up for programs, including the popular mindfulness app Headspace!

Calendar of Headspace Events (PDF) 

Resources to Flourish During May

	Explore the wide range of Tritons Flourish offerings from special large-scale well-being events to motivating workshops, classes, outdoor adventures, fun tabling events, and much more! All programs, materials, and giveaways are FREE to registered UC San Diego students.
	Recreation provides free online fitness & yoga classes for all students. If you have a busy schedule but still want to incorporate a movement practice into your day, join in from the comfort of your home.
	The Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley conducts cutting edge research on well-being and provides the results to the general public. The Greater Good Magazine provides biweekly articles, videos, podcasts and a monthly happiness calendar that are relevant to well-being. This is a great way to stay connected, access the newest research and learn new tips to enhance your well-being. Sign up for the Greater Good Magazine today!
	Health Promotion Services created a podcast called, “Live Well, Be Well” that focuses on overall wellness. Some of the topics that were covered include: stress management, sex and relationships, alcohol and cannabis, and various other topics. This is a great resource to help you feel connected and find new ways to live a life of wellness! For a full transcript of the podcasts, visit Library Digital Collections.

Programs for Faculty and Staff

The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) offers a wide variety of services to campus employees. Check out what’s going on this May, from community-focused support groups to individual counseling, help with external referrals, leadership consults and more at the FSAP website.

Calendar of FSAP Events 

UCSD Center for Mindfulness

UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness (CFM) offers a donation-based 30-Min Information Session to help students, staff, and faculty with questions on how to integrate mindful living into all aspects of their lives. Those with experience as well as those with no experience are welcome to join as a way to begin to explore our mindfulness and compassion practices and programs. Please see their Resource Page for a variety of free meditation recordings.