Student Wellness
Wellness at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
At Northwestern Law, we believe that all students must make their mental health and wellness a priority, and we are committed to helping you do just that. Students are provided with a robust slate of programs, activities, and resources to holistically support their mental health and well-being.
Upcoming Events
Check out the weekly Be Well Newsletter for details about upcoming programming and important reminders. All programming is also listed on the Law School calendar.
Mondays |
Mindfulness Meditation with Professor Cliff Zimmerman Join Professor Cliff Zimmerman for a quick 30-minute meditation session. Time: 12:50 – 1:20 PM Location: MC 381 |
Be Well Run for All Levels Walk, run, roll or stroll along the lakeshore with the NLaw community memebers. All levels are welcome. We will start together by meeting at the Chicago Avenue doors and then you can hang with the group or go your own way once we hit the lake shore path. Time: 4:45 - 5:15 PM Location: Meet in the Atrium at the Chicago Ave. Doors - Look for Prof. Cliff Zimmerman |
Tuesdays |
Time-Out Take a time out between classes and come by Lowden Hall! There will be snacks and art supplies to use. Time: 10:00 - 12:00 PM Location: Lowden Hall |
Mindfulness Meditation with Professor Len Riskin Join Professor Len Riskin for a 30-minute mindfulness meditation session. Time: 3:00 – 3:30 PM Location: Zoom - Check the Be Well newsletter or Law School calendar for the link. |
Wednesdays |
Study Hall for Time Management and Productivity Each week, we get together to study and cross tasks off our list! This workshop is structured using the pomodoro time management method and includes small breaks and snacks! Please bring something to work on. *$5 Starbucks gift cards will be provided for all who attend! Time: 2:50 – 4:15 PM Location: RB 203 (Library Classroom) |
Thursdays |
Yoga at the Law School with Peggy Kern, 3L Time: 12:15 – 1:00 PM Location: Parrillo Courtroom |
Walk and Talk While the weather is still nice, let's get outside and take a walk! All are welcome and we can walk together or you can walk on your own. No pressure and no agenda. Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM Location: Meet in the Atrium at the Chicago Ave. Door - Look for Candace Bergeron Lenard |
Guided Meditations
Check out these eleven pre-recorded mindfulness mediation sessions so you can focus on your wellness whenever, wherever. All sessions are guided by Professor Cliff Zimmerman. Simply click on the title of a mindfulness meditation session in the playlist below to listen.