Exam Wellness Reminders
Sign-up for friendly text message reminders during the weekdays of the exam period (Dec 6 – 19).
Sign-up by 11:59:59pm on Dec 4th, by filling out this form.
If you have any questions, please email: healthpr@mcmaster.ca
Wellness Café @ The Wellness Lounge (PGCLL 201)
Are you stressed about exams? Or struggling to stay focused? Take a break at the SWC Exam Wellness Café
When: December 6th – December 19th (weekdays)
- Monday-Wednesday: 10:00AM – 6:30p.m.
- Thursdays and Friday: 10:00am – 4:00 pm
Enjoy FREE warm beverages, explore fun arts and crafts like coloring pages and bracelet-making kits, and relax with lo-fi music in a calming environment. Our staff will also have a supervised and secured “phone box” available for students who to limit distractions and help them stay focused. No registration required – just drop-by and de-stress!
Plus, the Writing and Academic Skills Coaches from the Student Success Centre will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays from 1:30 PM–4 PM to support with your final writing assignments.
If you have any questions about this program, please contact our Health Promotor staff at byunJ8@mcmaster.ca.
Exam snacks
Enjoy free exam snacks in the Wellness Lounge (PGCLL 201), starting at 9:30am, available while supplies last. Snack options typically include granola bars, gelatin-free yogurt, and a piece of fruit.
When: December 6, 9-13, and 16-19.
Additional Resources
- Mental Health
- 24/7 Phone Lines: https://wellness.mcmaster.ca/resources/#tab-content-phone-lines
- TAO Connect (free to McMaster Students) self-guided mental health support: https://ca.taoconnect.org/login
- 6349 Ways to Care Toolkit
- Wellness@Mac Blog Post: Destressing During Exams
- Exam Prep
- Exam Prep and Self-Care: https://studentsuccess.mcmaster.ca/exam-prep-and-self-care/
- Free Food
- Locations across Hamilton: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15yeG7N3TeXJjrZLdTvoWU7S51rbrYa5s/view (please note that the McMaster Community Fridge is no longer available)