5 Campus Resources We're Crushing On
Written by Payton Kirkpatrick
Payton Kirkpatrick (she/they) is a student content creator, resident assistant, and 4th year music education student passionate about music, community, and humour.
We rounded up some campus resources we’ve been looking at with heart eyes lately! Think of this as your campus dating profile, but instead of swiping right, you’ll be discovering resources that will always have your back.
1. The one who will brighten your mood: Acadia Mental Health Initiative
Located on the second floor of the new Students’ Union Building.
If you’re looking for a boo who will always brighten your mood, look no further! The Acadia Mental Health Initiative offers many chill events and programs each semester, sure to help lighten your mental load. If you’re an animal lover, you will adore the cute therapy animals this organization brings into the library for de-stress opportunities. Always willing to lend a hand, the Acadia Mental Health Initiative offers support to students dealing with mental health struggles and advocates for mental wellness for all.
2. The one who will provide for you: The ASU Food Cupboard
Located on the second floor of the new Students’ Union Building.
If you like “the provider” type, then this resource is for you! The ASU Food Cupboard provides access to food resources, living essentials, nutritional information, and dietary support by offering multiple food-sharing program pop-ups. Approachable, inclusive, and always willing to share, their doors are always open to those in need as well as folks looking to volunteer and help make a positive change in our community!
3. The one who will tune into your needs: The Sexual Health Resource Centre (SHRC)
Located on the second floor of the new Students’ Union Building.
What’s more attractive than removing the shame around sex and sexual health? The SHRC offers plenty of workshops dedicated to educating students about safer sex and sexual practices, so you can be sure to always learn a thing or two from them! With their dedication to promoting sexual education and sexual health, it is evident the SHRC cares deeply about your needs, making the resource a perfect resource boo for you.
4. The one who will introduce you to their friends: Acadia @ Night
If you are looking for awesome hangouts and ways to meet new pals, Acadia @ Night is your perfect match! Acadia @ Night provides opportunities for students to get together and participate in cool activities like paint nights, silent discos, and more! Plus, many of their activities occur outside of class time, so you can rest assured they know how to balance work and play. With plenty of unique events and friendly faces, Acadia @ Night will have you feeling like a social butterfly!
5. The one who will notice the little things: Acadia Writing Centre
Located in The Vaughan Memorial Library.
Does your heart skip a beat when someone has a way with words? Then the Acadia Writing Centre is the perfect resource for you! If you want a resource that will always encourage you to strive for more, you can count on the Writing Centre to give you ways to take your writing skills to the next level. With an eye for detail and intelligence to boot, the Writing Centre is sure to make your next written assignment an immediate green flag!
Thank you for listening to us yap about our campus crushes, feel free to make one of the above your Valentine this year!