ISSS Feel-Good Fridays
ISSS Feel-Good Fridays is a joint effort led by ISSS in collaboration with campus units to improve the overall experience of the international community at UMD. Open to students, scholars, and their family members, the series provides opportunities to participate in activities that foster connection, work-life balance, and well-being.
Join us one Friday every month to relax, recharge, and build community!
Building Financial Literacy
Learn how to manage your finances confidently! This session covers employee benefits, savings strategies, student loan repayment, and key tax considerations for international students.
Friday, Sep 26, 2025
3:00-4:00pm
Zoom
Facilitator: Samuel Handwerger, RH Smith School of Business
Registration
Mindful Moments Arboretum Tour
Our entire campus is a world-class arboretum. With this guided tour, we invite you to ground yourself in our gardens and outdoor spaces while connecting with others and enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds us.
Friday, October 24
9:30-10:15am
Location: Tawes Plaza
Facilitator: Meg Smolinski
Registration
Meditation Session
Meditation is a practice that helps us to slow down, breathe, and cultivate a greater awareness of how our body and mind can work together. Whether you’ve been practicing meditation for years or feel ready to try it for the first time, this session invites you to immerse yourself in guided meditation techniques.
Friday, November 7
3:00-4:00pm
HJ Patterson, Crossroads Lounge
Facilitator: Sarah Wilson, University Health Center
Registration
Winter Holiday Crafts
Unwind and tap into your creativity during this arts and crafts session! Enjoy a relaxing space to create something unique while connecting with others and getting ready for the winter break!
Friday, December 12
3:00-4:00pm
HJ Patterson, Crossroads Lounge
Facilitator: ISSS Staff
Registration