May 17
9:00am to 10:30am
Join Conservation Center Manager Jacob Reiter for a morning all about birds! This event welcomes bird watchers of all ages and skill levels to Pace…
Center for Wellbeing
Wellness at Pace
Pace University is committed to the wellbeing of our students, faculty, and staff–with dedicated resources and relevant events in support of our community.
Support at Every Step
Want to Feel Your Best?
Check out resources to improve your physical health, mental health, and overall wellbeing!
Faculty and Staff: Register Now for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Course
Developed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. You’ll gain the skills you need to provide initial help and support to someone in need.
Students: Earn a Wellness Ambassador Badge
Our newest program teaches you about the eight dimensions of wellness and how to incorporate them into your life while acquiring the tools to promote the wellbeing of others. And you earn a badge, too.
Creating a Culture of Kindness: Workshops Available
One-hour interactive workshops help individuals and departments create and maintain a culture of kindness. Participants receive an overview of their kindness strengths and a comprehensive toolkit including resources to reinforce these concepts!
Wellness Dimensions
There are eight aspects of wellness that impact a person’s life. Learn more about each of them here.
Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships
Good health by occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being
Satisfaction with current and future financial situations
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills
Personal satisfaction and enrichment, derived from one's work
Recognizing the need for physical activity, diet, sleep, and nutrition.
Developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.
Expanding our sense of purpose and meaning in life.
Wellness Events
Student, Faculty, Staff Quotes
"Even though life has its obstacles, it’s important to smile at every situation. Consider it an opportunity to show your strength and abilities!"
Madia Bestman
Program Coordinator, Public Affairs
“Kindness is free…sprinkle it everywhere you go as it can make all the difference in the world to others, while having a ripple effect!”
Sue Maxam, Ed.D
Assistant Provost for Wellness
“Law school can be challenging. Fortunately, Pace offers great resources like the Counseling Center that has provided me with the tools to tackle the challenges that I have faced."
Samantha Ladines
3L Haub Law Student/Student Bar Association, President
Counseling Center
The Counseling Centers on the New York City and Westchester campuses are here to help undergraduate and graduate/law students manage stressors and challenges, support them as they achieve their goals, and enhance their personal growth. The Counseling Center provides confidential services and individual and group counseling around a variety of topics.
University Health Care
Did you know that UHC offers a full range of primary health care services to Pace University students, faculty, staff, alumni, and their families? UHC is staffed by Nurse Practitioners, who are advanced practice registered nurses (APRN) and Certified Medical Assistants. Physician consultants available.