Thriving and learning in action: Social connection & group work - In-person

This interactive, informative, and practical workshop focuses on strategies to thrive socially.

Socializing with your peers is a key part in making the most out of your university experience. Your connections and experiences outside of the classroom play a significant role in your success at university and your academic success. In this workshop, you will learn how to form meaningful connections and explore strategies and tools to facilitate group work in your classes. 

About Thriving and Learning in Action

Thriving & Learning in Action is based on the successful Thriving in Action (TiA) program developed by Dr. Diana Brecher and Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer at Toronto Metropolitain University. 

Through a collaboration between Campus Wellness & Support Services and the Student Success Centre, TiA has been adapted for our students at Concordia through Thriving & Learning in Action. 

Thriving and Learning in Action is a program like no other - it brings mental health, wellbeing, equity, and learning strategies together in a unique intervention that will help students feel more hopeful, resilient, and successful. Combining elements of positive psychology (e.g. building motivation, optimism, resilience, grit) and learning strategies (e.g. time management, effective studying and note taking), TiA aims to provide students with skills to help them thrive, academically and personally. 

Thriving & Learning in Action will be offered as a flexible 5-part series, where students will learn new ways, approaches, and skills to build motivation, optimism, and resilience, along with learning strategy essentials like time management and effective studying. 

These thriving and learning skills will help you to manage your stress, reduce procrastination, and become a successful learner. 

• February 6^th, 2024: Are You Permalicious? & Top 5 Learning Strategies
• February 13^th, 2024: Self-Care Resiliency Plan & Time Management
• February 20^th, 2024: Character Strengths & Notetaking
• March 5^th, 2024: Mindfulness & Strategic Test-Taking
• March 12^th, 2024: Social Connection & Thriving in Group Work 

Facilitators: Courtney MacDonald, Learning Specialist & Jewel Perlin, PhD, Psychologist