Wellness Fair boosts resilience
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Photos by Alexandra Butler, photographer/photo editor
“Building Resilience – Making Positive Changes” was the theme of the fourth annual Wildcat Wellness Fair, hosted recently by students enrolled in the Clinical Psychology class, Counseling Services and Student Engagement.
The healthy and healing hands-on happening featured a range of Penn College student organizations and services – all aiming to uplift, encourage and de-stress students during the busy spring season.
Always a favorite: A fluffy animal ambassador and animal educator Holly Rennell, of State College-based Exotic Edventures
Students enrolled in The Art of Floral Design, an art elective open to students in all majors, delight attendees with free flowers and encourage them to "Explore Nature's Beauty and Resilience." The class instructor, Karen R. Ruhl, is second from right.
Expressing gratitude
HSJ Club members toast the Wellness Fair and present "10 traits to put in your resiliency toolbox." From left: Eliza M. Newcomer, Madison E. Beasley and Maddie E. Cathcart, all enrolled in human services & restorative justice.
Iyanna M.J. Porter (seated), a Clinical Psychology class member, shares her advice with fellow student, Madison Steinbacher.
Alpha Chi National Honor Society members offer tips on studying in a group and succeeding with group projects.
Susan Koons Slamka, associate professor of psychology, hands out fun finger traps that complement the "getting unstuck" theme.
The Bush Campus Center hallway teems with team-building.
Ashley Kenney (left) and Emily L. Fink, HSJ Club members and majors, bring their friendly enthusiasm to the event.
Another kind of animal ambassador encourages students to step outside their comfort zones.