{"614897":{"#nid":"614897","#data":{"type":"news","title":"De-stress during Finals","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe weeks surrounding final exams can be a tough time for students at Tech. Student groups and others across campus are here to help.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck out one of these stress-free events to relax and de-stress in the midst of\u0026nbsp;finals. Remember, the Counseling Center has extended its walk-in hours through Thursday of this week, with counselors available until 7 p.m. each day.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.calendar.gatech.edu\/event\/614906\u0022\u003ELet\u0026#39;s Talk\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 4, 2 \u0026ndash; 4 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: Communication Center, Suite 447, Clough Commons\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Counseling Center will host a session of its walk-in consultation series. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/counseling.gatech.edu\/content\/lets-talk\u0022\u003E\u0026ldquo;Let\u0026rsquo;s Talk\u0026rdquo; \u003C\/a\u003Ediffers from formal counseling in that there is no clinical paperwork to fill out, no formal intake, and no scheduled appointments. Students are encouraged to drop by and talk about whatever is important to them, much as they might talk with a teaching assistant, residence hall director, or academic advisor.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/198381631068740\/\u0022\u003EBrighten GT\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 4, 7 \u0026ndash; 9 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEmerging Leaders hosts Brighten GT, an event with free coffee, donuts, and positivity. Head to the first floor of Clough Commons to take a study break and fill up with positive energy. All students are welcome.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1119923791504315\/?event_time_id=1119923808170980\u0022\u003EPet Therapy\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 5, 11 a.m. \u0026ndash; 12:30 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: College of Computing\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe last Pet Therapy event of the semester will be held on Dec. 5 in the College of Computing. These events have been organized by Georgia Tech Health Initiatives and include guided pet interactions to help individuals recover and cope with health concerns and daily stressors stemming from work, school, or relationships. More information can be found \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/pet-therapy\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/205892470296654\/\u0022\u003EStudent Center Programs Council (SCPC) Presents De-Stress Event\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 5, 2 \u0026ndash; 4 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: Student Center Peachtree Room\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn the first reading day before finals, SCPC is hosting a free, de-stress event for all students to attend. Take a study break and head out to the Student Center Peachtree Room for free food, tea making, DIY stress balls, and more.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/calendar.gatech.edu\/event\/614904\u0022\u003EStressbuzzters\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 5, 3 \u0026ndash; 5 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: 2nd Floor, Library\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEnjoy yoga, snacks, drinks, and on-hand counselors in the Library from 3 to 5 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/341008866682188\/\u0022\u003EFor the Kids Panda Express Proceeds Night\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 5, 5 \u0026ndash; 8 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: Student Center Food Court Panda Express\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETake a study break and support a good cause by getting food from Panda Express. Proceeds from the purchase will go to Georgia Tech for the Kids \u0026ndash; a campus organization that raises money and awareness for the Children\u0026rsquo;s Miracle Network and Children\u0026rsquo;s Healthcare of Atlanta.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/636170116812173\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Dance Association Vinyl XP Swing Dance\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 7, 8 p.m. \u0026ndash; Midnight\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: Student Center (3rd Floor)\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Georgia Tech Dance Association hosts a swing dancing event with music, dance lessons, and fun. The event is $5 for students. All levels of dancers are encouraged to attend. The beginners\u0026rsquo; lesson starts at 8 p.m. and the intermediate lesson begins at 8:30 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/319143725574929\/?notif_t=plan_user_invited\u0026amp;notif_id=1543785351757483\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chipotle Fundraiser\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 9, 5 \u0026ndash; 9 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: Student Center (Juniper Room) or Chipotle Mexican Grill (540 17th Street NW Atlanta, GA 30318)\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn Dec. 9, SWE is hosting a Chipotle Delivery and Percentage Night. Students interested in participating should place their order \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScPjkrcLd7-XwubV5m_5VJSlMyI5c2cjvo1xQVVRLFgIB5C-g\/viewform\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E by Dec. 8 at noon. Deliveries can be picked up in the Student Center Juniper Room on Dec. 9. Alternatively, students can order directly in-store and present the flyer \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1NDrYS2R5n1hU8HJymqC4sjSZaGajC4hz\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E. One-third of proceeds from this event will be donated to SWE.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/760021894350223\/\u0022\u003ESpin-n-Screen\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 10, 5:30 \u0026ndash; 7:30 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: Campus Recreation Center (4th Floor, Studio B)\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Campus Recreation Center (CRC) is hosting a Spin-n-Screen event, where participants can spin while watching the movie \u003Cem\u003EHappy Feet\u003C\/em\u003E. The class is free for all CRC members, but participants should arrive early to guarantee a spot.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/329903184465266\/\u0022\u003EMidnight Breakfast\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: Dec. 10, 7 p.m. \u0026ndash; Midnight\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere: Student Center (2nd Floor Food Court)\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Student Center Programs Council hosts the annual Midnight Breakfast on Dec. 10. All students are welcome to attend this free event featuring breakfast food, therapy dogs, hot chocolate, and more. Reserve your spot \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.universitytickets.com\/w\/event.aspx?id=1444\u0026amp;p=1\u0026amp;fbclid=IwAR347Nchds8FDC7jTGLqEI5nI30ldIPpjZVi5kNXoTPqRCWezepu4mS7Sn4\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe weeks surrounding final exams can be a tough time for students at Tech. Luckily, student organizations across campus are ready to help.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck out one of these stress-free events to relax and de-stress in the midst of\u0026nbsp;finals.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The weeks surrounding final exams can be a tough time for students at Tech. Luckily, student organizations across campus are ready to help. 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