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Mindful Monday

May 18, 2026

Enjoy the Mindful Monday activites and/or create your own appreciation and wellness initiatives. When we practice wellness and team building and show appreciation for one another, we are creating a culture for our Pack to thrive.

Mindful Monday Details

Start the week by prioritizing your mental health and well-being. Relaxation stations, yoga, wellness kits and resources and other mindfulness strategies will be available throughout the day and week.

Our Extraordinary Pack Week

ACTIVITIES & WEBINARS

HR Wellness Employee Appreciation Week Wellness Kits (available all week)

  • HR Wellness is proud to offer Employee Appreciation Week wellness kits that include access to our Google Drive with resources for your college, department or division. Resources include a recognition activity “Brickyard Shout-Out,” guided stretch break, “Grab and Go Creative Workshop” craft kit with instructions and materials, and ideas for laughter and fun games. The “Grab and Go Creative Workshop” craft kits are limited to 1 per group for the first 20 groups. Each kit provides materials and instructions for 15 people to paint an NC State keychain. You must pre-register to receive the materials.

Belltower Tour

  • The Memorial Belltower was built to honor the sacrifice of NC State alumni who lost their lives to military service in World War I. It has become a symbol of inspiration to the Wolfpack Community. Space on the tour is limited, so reserve your spot as soon as possible. The tour group will meet at the front of Holladay Hall facing Pullen Road.
  • Time: 11:00 – 12:30 noon
  • Register for the Belltower Tour

Relaxation Station

  • Visit a relaxation station near you. Take home your own self-care kit designed to excite the senses, and express your creativity by painting through rock, canvas, and tote bag mediums. Make your own coaster while supplies last, play board games with a friend, or take some time to enjoy the calming atmosphere. Choose wellness your way!
  • Time: 11:00 – 2:00 pm (drop in anytime)
  • Location: College of Veterinary Medicine, Main Building at 1060 William Moore Dr. Raleigh, NC 27606

Yoga Session (in-person)

  • Join us for free yoga on Centennial Campus. Open to everyone of all levels. Registration is not required. Please bring your own mat.
  • Time: 12:15 pm – 1:05 pm
  • Location: Centennial Campus, Partners Building 1

Mindful Movement (virtual)

  • Join us for a 30-minute session to focus on mindful movement during your work day. We’ll begin by practicing a calming breathing technique before moving into a gentle chair yoga. This class is open to all levels and abilities. No equipment or workout clothing are required.
  • Time: 12:30 pm. – 1 pm
  • Join Mindful Movement session

FEATURED LINKEDIN LEARNING

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Midday Mindfulness Reset

  • Mindfulness helps you be more effective in today’s busy world. It reduces stress, increases focus, and improves your ability to navigate challenges, both at work and at home. In this short video, take a midday reset with a guided mindfulness exercise.
  • 3 minutes
  • Midday Mindful Reset Video

EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION PROMOTIONS

WolfPerks

Check out the latest Wolfperks for employees!

Centennial Campus Food Trucks

A rotating schedule of food trucks are available weekdays in the Venture Center Courtyard. Access the schedule of food trucks.

RESOURCES

Wolfpack Wellness

Faculty & Staff Assistance Program

Centennial Wellness

Wellness Resources

Wolfpack Wellness Badge Program