Arts and crafts

Use your hands and play with clay this UMHD. It's not about getting it perfect! It's about going with the flow of what feels comfortable to you and connect with the experience of working with your hands, and with the energy among all attending. You have total control to create something for you, an object as a conversation starter or something of significance to give to someone you appreciate.
There will also be food to enjoy and health promotion resources available to you!

Learning does not just happen in the classroom! This National Reconciliation Week, expand your cultural knowledge by joining our Cultural Weaving Workshop from 12-2pm. Have a yarn with your fellow peers while weaving special mementos to bring home for yourself or gift to others. 

Use your hands and play with clay this UMHD. It's not about getting it perfect! It's about going with the flow of what feels comfortable to you and connect with the experience of working with your hands, and with the energy among all attending. You have total control to create something for you, an object as a conversation starter or something of significance to give to someone you appreciate.

Drop by the Tactile Playbox (Gatton) to destress with some kinetic sand. Play has been shown to significantly decrease stress and increase social and coping skills, performance and cognitive ability, so come by to relax and enjoy free refreshments with us!

Use your hands and play with clay this UMHD! This session is not about creating something that is perfect! It's about going with the flow of what feels comfortable to you and connect with the experience of working with your hands, and with the energy among all attending. You have total control to create something for you, an object as a conversation starter or something of significance to give to someone you appreciate.

Drop by the Tactile Playbox (Herston) to destress with some kinetic sand. Play has been shown to significantly decrease stress and increase social and coping skills, performance and cognitive ability, so come by to relax and enjoy free refreshments with us!

For many people, there is still a lot of stigma and shame attached to our mental health and wellbeing. This University Mental Health Day, contribute to our 'Let’s Chalk About It' walkway to share your messages of support, hope, and awareness around mental health with chalk! Join the UQ Health Promotion Ambassadors in front of Student Central Plaza who will provide you with chalk and conversation to raise awareness of mental health and services to support you.

Use your hands and play with clay this UMHD! This session is not about creating something that is perfect! It's about going with the flow of what feels comfortable to you and connect with the experience of working with your hands, and with the energy among all attending. You have total control to create something for you, an object as a conversation starter or something of significance to give to someone you appreciate.

The Patchwork Project is back at Gatton! Create your own patchwork or write a message of support to survivors of sexual violence, and learn about your available support options with UQ Respect. All art materials will be provided.