Calendar of Events

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July 20, 2026

Meditation Monday

Join CAPS for a mindful moment of meditation on a Monday. CAPS counselor Aubrey Webster will provide an hour of guided mindfulness meditation. The workshop will begin with a short explanation of mindfulness and end with questions and a short discussion. Join in person or virtually.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
North Lake, Online
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July 27, 2026

Meditation Monday

Join CAPS for a mindful moment of meditation on a Monday. CAPS counselor Aubrey Webster will provide an hour of guided mindfulness meditation. The workshop will begin with a short explanation of mindfulness and end with questions and a short discussion. Join in person or virtually.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
North Lake, Online
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July 30, 2026

Jeopardy: Strategies for Success

Based on the American game show Jeopardy, we will include study tips, coping strategies and on-campus Dallas College resources as a friendly reminder of departments that are here to assist you on your academic journey. Come join us for laughter, intellectual stimulation and time together to decompress!

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Brookhaven
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Aug. 03, 2026

Meditation Monday

Join El Centro Counselors for a mindful moment of meditation on a Monday. CAPS counselors will provide a guided mindfulness meditation. Workshop will begin with short explanation of mindfulness and end with questions and short discussion. Join in person.

3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
El Centro
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Aug. 04, 2026

Time Management for College Students

This workshop will dive into the essential skill of time management and how it can boost your academic performance, reduce stress, and keep you on time of your assignments.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Mountain View
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Aug. 05, 2026

Hot Topic

Join El Centro Counselors in person to explore healthy ways of navigating life's Hot Topics through engaged conversations.

11 a.m. - noon
El Centro
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Aug. 20, 2026

Beat the Heat Summer Jam Session

Emotional regulation and healing through healthy expression. Bring your instrument, beat creating software, voice, enthusiasm or play list and jam with us as we explore the power of music and mental health.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Mountain View
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Aug. 20, 2026

Get Your Steps In

Attendees will walk the track on campus and identify the benefits of walking each day. The track takes about a half hour to complete.

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Eastfield
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Aug. 24, 2026

Meet the Counselors

RLC CAPS welcome tables to promote CAPS services and to assist students as needed.

10 a.m. - noon
Richland
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Aug. 28, 2026

Meet The Counselors Tabling Event

NLC CAPS staff will have a table with counseling info, greeting students and offering beverages and providing outreach.

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
North Lake
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Sept. 01, 2026

Focus: Mindfulness For Student Success

This classroom presentation will allow students to practice and understand why mindfulness can help us become better equipped to manage distractions and help increase focus.

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Cedar Valley
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Sept. 02, 2026

Walk with a Counselor

Provide an opportunity for students to walk the El Centro campus with the counselor, weather permitting.

9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
El Centro
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Sept. 02, 2026

Lemonade with the Counselors

Come meet the counselors at RLC. Come sip some lemonade with us and find out more about who we are and what we can offer.

noon - 2 p.m.
Richland
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Sept. 09, 2026

Surviving College - The Basics

Transitioning into college requires skills: time management, study skills, test preparation, stress management and tapping into resources on and off campus and more.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Richland, Online
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Sept. 10, 2026

First-Gen and Forward: Navigating College, Family, Culture, and Mental Health

First-Gen and Forward is a student success and wellness series that supports first-generation students as they navigate college, family expectations, stress, belonging, and academic responsibilities. Students will learn practical tools for managing wellness, using campus resources, building support, and staying connected to their goals.

11 a.m. - noon
Richland, Online
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Sept. 10, 2026

World Suicide Prevention Day

Marked on September 10 each year, the purpose of WSPD is to raise awareness, challenge the stigma and encourage open conversations to prevent suicides. Changing the narrative of suicide means shifting to a culture of openness, understanding and support. Counselors will walk around and visit departments on campus to promote awareness.

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Brookhaven
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Sept. 15, 2026

Learning Strategies for College

This workshop introduces effective learning and study strategies for college success. Students will learn practical techniques to improve academic performance and prepare for exams.

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Mountain View
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Sept. 16, 2026

Stress Shake-Off: Welcome Week Dance Break

This active wellness session uses line dancing to introduce movement-based stress reduction. Students complete a brief embodied check-in before and after the activity to build awareness of how physical movement affects mental and emotional well-being.

noon - 1 p.m.
Mountain View
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Sept. 17, 2026

Mind Fuel Series: Find Your Flow - Engaged and Focused

Mind Fuel is a student-centered workshop series designed to help college students strengthen their mental wellness, build resilience, and develop practical skills for academic and personal success. This series creates a supportive and inclusive space where students can connect, learn and fuel their minds.

11 a.m. - noon
Brookhaven
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Sept. 17, 2026

Making New Friends: The Act of Saying “Hello”

Starting college can feel overwhelming but making new friends doesn’t have to be. Sometimes, all it takes is a simple “hello.” Join us for a fun and practical session on how to break the ice, start conversations, and build meaningful friendships in college.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Richland

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