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Duck Nest Wellness Center

The vision of the Duck Nest is health and wellbeing for every Duck and member of the campus communit Welcome to college. But wait—that’s not all.
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Welcome to new friends, new memories, and some of the best years of your life. Welcome to midterms, late nights, dead weeks, and stress. Fear not fellow Duck—there’s a place you can go to get away, to take a break, and maybe learn something too. A place where you are always invited. Welcome to the Duck Nest. Nestled on the lower level of Erb Memorial Union, the Duck Nest wellness center can help y

ou develop self-care and life-balance strategies related to stress, nutrition, physical activity, and general wellness. Programs coming this fall, include:

Yoga and meditation
Acupuncture
Healthy eating on a budget
And more!

05/23/2024

Revive & Connect: UO Black Student Wellness Retreat 
Date: May 31, 2024  Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM  Location: Black Cultural Center

Join us for a day of rejuvenation, connection, and celebration at the UO Black Student Wellness Retreat! This event is designed to nourish your body, mind, and soul while fostering rest and a strong sense of community.  
See post for detailed schedule!

Throughout the day, enjoy food and connect with fellow students in a supportive and uplifting environment. 

This retreat is all about celebrating students and their wellness journey. Whether you’re looking to unwind, get inspired, or simply have fun, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to revive and connect!

05/01/2024

In May we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. With this nationally recognized month, we promote the importance of taking care of one’s emotional well-being and challenge the stigmas associated with mental health. This year at the University of Oregon, we are engaging in the theme of Mental Health is Health. We encourage all students, faculty members, and staff to participate in Mental Health Awareness Month bingo to help you engage in self and collective care. Bingo cards can be found at the Duck Nest (041 EMU). Pick up your Mental Health Awareness Month Bingo Card at the Duck Nest (041 EMU) and enter to win some exciting prizes like gift cards for Trader Joe’s, WinCo, T4 Boba, Ta Ra Rin; a hammock, a waterproof picnic blanket, and more!

04/22/2024

The Duck Nest Wellness Center is excited for our final 2024 Salon Pop-Up Shop with .hair.studio and hosted in the .

The Salon Pop-Up event centers Black UO students, staff, and faculty.

HAPI Hair salon stylists envision inclusive haircare where all types of hair, whether straight, wavy, curly, or kinky/coily, are cared for equally.

Location: Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center (BCC)
Day: Friday, May 31
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: Free
Sign up: Link in Bio

The form will close for submissions on May 22. Swipe through for other event details!

04/19/2024

Recipe of the Week! Most of the ingredients in this recipe were available this week at the produce drop and at the food pantry!

Produce Drops are on Tuesdays, 2:45 p.m. until they run out of food, in the EMU Amphitheater.

The Student Food Pantry (also a community resource)
Hours: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4:00–6:00 p.m. this term
Location: 710 E. 17th Ave., Eugene, OR 97401
Bring: bag for food; a student ID card is not needed, but be sure to know your student ID number (95 #).

04/13/2024

Three shuttles per week starting week 3!

Odd weeks: WinCo (Sundays and Thursdays) & Sunrise Asian Market (Wednesdays)
Even weeks: Trader Joe’s (Sundays and Thursdays) & El Torito (Wednesdays)

Link in bio to sign up!

04/08/2024

Join the Duck Nest for student-led meditation. This could be a great place to explore different practices whether you’re weary about meditation, love it, or fall somewhere in between.

Bring your curiosity and intentions!

Location: Duck Nest Wellness Center (EMU 041)
Day: Mondays, Weeks 2-10 (excluding May 27 as it is a UO closure holiday)
Time: 4:00pm-4:30pm
Cost: Free

Sign up via link in bio! Drop-ins welcome based on space availability!

04/04/2024

Do you get easily distracted while studying? Is it helpful for you to have a quiet environment to study in, but not as quiet as the library? Do you want to explore the benefit of fidget tools while studying? This study space might be especially helpful for you if you would like support with focus, accountability, and motivation.

The Duck Nest and will provide the space, facilitators, and some materials to help you start or complete your academic tasks!

Feel free to drop in anytime from 4pm-6pm.

*You do not need to have accommodations through the Accessible Education Center to use this space. It is open to all students!

Dates:
• April 9
• April 16 (Room change to Umpqua, EMU 141)
• April 23
• April 30
• May 7
• May 14
• May 21 (Room change to Umpqua, EMU 141)
• May 28
• June 4

04/02/2024

The Grocery Shuttle, a collaboration between and , is back this term with some updates and upgrades! This service provides free transportation to affordable grocery stores off campus. This term, we’ll be heading to WinCo, Trader Joe’s, Sunrise Asian Market, and El Torito!

Location: EMU Amphitheater
Day: Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Time: Pick up is at 6pm
Cost: Free
Scroll through slides to see detailed schedule and the pick up/drop off information!

Please email the Duck Nest (ducknest@uoregon.edu) if you would like to request the ADA accessible van we will do our best to accommodate the request.

Sign up via link in bio!

02/21/2024

You can drop off your extra reusable brown paper grocery bags at the Duck Nest (EMU 041) M-Th 10am-4pm!

You can also take them directly to the pantry while you also get some food for yourself!

About the Student Food Pantry: it provides free supplemental food for college students in the greater Eugene area. Depending upon availability, this may include canned fruits and vegetables; frozen vegetables and fresh vegetables; bread, rice, pasta, and cereal; canned beans, soups, and other protein sources; dairy products; frozen meats and meat substitutes.

Hours: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4:00–6:00 p.m. (during academic terms)

Location: 710 E. 17th Ave., Eugene, OR 97401

Bring: bag for food; a student ID card is not needed, but be sure to know your student ID number (95 #).

02/04/2024

Welcome to Week 5 Ducks! Keep up your energy and motivation with one of many Duck Nest programs the rest of the term.

01/20/2024

Calling all artists: submit your art to Protection Connection’s Empower Your Pleasure Art Show!

Paint, draw, write, photograph, and otherwise celebrate the sex-positive, body-inclusive adventures life throws your way. The show’s swanky opening night will also feature at 7pm and reveal the winner of fall term’s Custom Condom Contest.

Submit your art at the link in our bio, drop it off at the Duck Nest (EMU 011, open M-Th 10am-4pm), or bring it to one of our tabling events in the EMU during Weeks 4 and 5.

Come see your work on display on February 12 from 6-9pm in Crater Lake North... and leave room for hors d’oeuvres! 🎨

01/12/2024

Gentle yoga with is a slow flow with easy transitions and asanas (poses) held for multiple breaths.

No prior experience is required, and classes are open to all abilities. Mats will be provided – just come in comfortable clothing!

Location: Prince Lucien Campbell (PLC) 184
Day: Fridays, Weeks 2-10
Time: 10:00am-10:45am

Sign up via link in bio!

Address

Eugene, OR

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 4pm

Website

https://health.uoregon.edu/ducknest

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Welcome to college. Welcome to new friends, new memories, and some of the best years of your life. But wait—that’s not all. Welcome to midterms, late nights, dead weeks, and stress. Fear not fellow Duck—there’s a place you can go to get away, to take a break, and maybe learn something too. A place where you are always invited. Welcome to the Duck Nest. Nestled on the lower level of Erb Memorial Union, the Duck Nest wellness center can help you develop self-care and life-balance strategies related to stress, nutrition, physical activity, and general wellness. Programs coming this fall, include: Yoga and meditation Acupuncture Healthy eating on a budget And more!