"Student Stories" are podcast episodes created and recorded by MRU students. In this particular episode, we delve into the practical aspects of student and community leadership, exploring its significance and discussing how active participation in a community can have positive effects on both physical and mental well-being.Our theme song is by Seth Makes Music. This podcast is produced by Giulia Ortiz and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative. Resources:Mount Royal University Wellness ServicesCall: (403) 440-8877https://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/WellnessServices/Stepping Upmru.ca/steppingupmru.ca/ddsvDistress Centre (24 Hour Crisis Line)Call or text: 403.266.4357Instant chat: distresscentre.comAccess Mental HealthCall: 403.943.1500Tollfree: 1.844.943.1500Student Counselling ServicesCall: 403.440.6362Email: [email protected]: mru.ca/studentcounsellingOperating Hours: Monday- Friday from 9am- 4pmRoom: U216 Mount Royal UniversitySAMRU Reception (Z222)Hours of Operation:Monday to Friday, closed weekendsSpring - Summer 9:00 am to 4:00 pmFall - Winter 8:30 am to 4:30 pm(403) 440-6077

"Ever wondered what family violence actually is?  During part one of this two-part podcast we discuss what family violence can look like and ways it may affect students in different areas of their lives."Our theme song is by Seth Makes Music. This podcast is produced by Catalina Berguno, Giulia Ortiz and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative. Resources:Mount Royal University Wellness ServicesCall: (403) 440-8877https://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/WellnessServices/ Stepping Upmru.ca/steppingupmru.ca/ddsvDistress Centre (24 Hour Crisis Line)Call or text: 403.266.4357Instant chat: distresscentre.comAccess Mental HealthCall: 403.943.1500Tollfree: 1.844.943.1500Student Counselling ServicesCall: 403.440.6362Email: [email protected]: mru.ca/studentcounsellingOperating Hours: Monday- Friday from 9am- 4pmRoom: U216 Mount Royal UniversitySAMRU Reception (Z222)Hours of Operation:Monday to Friday, closed weekendsSpring - Summer 9:00 am to 4:00 pmFall - Winter 8:30 am to 4:30 pm(403) 440-6077

*CONTENT ADVISORY* This episode deals with discussing distressing situations and dysfunctional coping mechanisms. These include topics regarding self-inflicted violence - also known as self-harm, intimate-partner violence, drug and alcohol abuse, and traumatic events that can cause distress in people's lives. In this episode, we explore how to help a friend in distress and how to take care of yourself while doing it. From supporting intimate partners to maintaining personal boundaries, the host, Liv Taylor, leads discussions with Janet Miller and Jessie Bach examining some of the challenges university students are facing. The Live Well podcast explores the voices and experiences of students, staff, and faculty at Mount Royal University. This Podcast is intended to be conversation-based, informal, and all about hearing from our MRU community. We will cover a range of health topics and invite people from all across campus to share their experiences and insights. This podcast is hosted by the Healthy Campus Team of Wellness Services.  Our theme song is "Feeling Sunny" By Scott Holmes. This podcast was edited by Jessie Bach and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative.Resources:Distress Centre (24-Hour Crisis Line)Call or text: 403.266.4357Instant chat: distresscentre.comAccess Mental HealthCall: 403.943.1500Tollfree: 1.844.943.1500Stepping UP ProgramStepping UP | MRU CDC Intimate Partner Violence PreventionFast Facts: Preventing Intimate Partner Violence Student Counselling Services Call: 403.440.6362Email: [email protected]: mru.ca/studentcounsellingOperating Hours: Monday- Friday from 9am- 4pmRoom: U216 Mount Royal UniversityFamily Violence Resources in Canada Find family violence resources and services in your area - Canada.ca Mount Royal University Wellness ServicesCall: (403) 440-8877https://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/WellnessServices/ 

Student Stories are podcast episodes that are developed and recorded by MRU students. In the winter 2023 semester, a group of NURS 2216 students recorded a series of three podcasts episodes titled "Respect the Hustle".  Each episode focuses on a different unique challenge students have to overcome - income insecurity, food insecurity, or time insecurity - and how each of these challenges relates to student resiliency.  In this episode of the Respect the Hustle series, we explore time insecurity and how it affects bodies and minds. The host, Olivia Stoodley, leads discussions with Danni Lei and Alisha Bagshaw examining some of the challenges university students are facing. The Live Well podcast explores the voices and experiences of students, staff, and faculty at Mount Royal University. This Podcast is intended to be conversation-based, informal, and all about hearing from our MRU community. We will cover a range of health topics and invite people from all across campus to share their experiences and insights. This podcast is hosted by the Healthy Campus Team of Wellness Services.  Our theme song is by Seth Makes Music. This podcast is produced by Jessie Bach and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative. Resources:Mount Royal University Wellness ServicesCall: (403) 440-8877https://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/WellnessServices/ Distress Centre (24 Hour Crisis Line)Call or text: 403.266.4357Instant chat: distresscentre.comAccess Mental HealthCall: 403.943.1500Tollfree: 1.844.943.1500Student Counselling Services Call: 403.440.6362Email: [email protected]: mru.ca/studentcounsellingOperating Hours: Monday- Friday from 9am- 4pmRoom: U216 Mount Royal UniversitySAMRU Reception (Z222)Hours of Operation:Monday to Friday, closed weekendsSpring - Summer 9:00 am to 4:00 pmFall - Winter 8:30 am to 4:30 pm(403) 440-6077

Student Stories are podcast episodes that are developed and recorded by MRU students. In the winter 2023 semester, a group of NURS 2216 students recorded a series of three podcasts episodes titled "Respect the Hustle".  Each episode focuses on a different unique challenge students have to overcome - income insecurity, food insecurity, or time insecurity - and how each of these challenges relates to student resiliency.  In this episode of the Respect the Hustle series, we explore food insecurity and how it affects bodies and minds. The host, Ashley Haagenson, leads discussions with Samson Olsen and Lisa Antichow examining some of the challenges university students are facing. The Live Well podcast explores the voices and experiences of students, staff, and faculty at Mount Royal University. This Podcast is intended to be conversation-based, informal, and all about hearing from our MRU community. We will cover a range of health topics and invite people from all across campus to share their experiences and insights. This podcast is hosted by the Healthy Campus Team of Wellness Services.  Our theme song is by Seth Makes Music. This podcast is produced by Jessie Bach and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative. Resources:MRU Food Serviceshttps://samru.ca/whatwedo/programs/food-support/ Calgary Food Bankhttps://www.calgaryfoodbank.com/Mount Royal University Wellness ServicesCall: (403) 440-8877https://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/WellnessServices/ Distress Centre (24 Hour Crisis Line)Call or text: 403.266.4357Instant chat: distresscentre.comAccess Mental HealthCall: 403.943.1500Tollfree: 1.844.943.1500Student Counselling Services Call: 403.440.6362Email: [email protected]: mru.ca/studentcounsellingOperating Hours: Monday- Friday from 9am- 4pmRoom: U216 Mount Royal University

Student Stories are podcast episodes that are developed and recorded by MRU students. In the winter 2023 semester, a group of NURS 2216 students recorded a series of three podcasts episodes titled "Respect the Hustle".  Each episode focuses on a different unique challenge students have to overcome - income insecurity, food insecurity, or time insecurity - and how each of these challenges relates to student resiliency.  In this episode of the Respect the Hustle series, we explore income insecurity and how it affects bodies and minds. The host, Adriana Fons, leads discussions with Lisa Antichow and Nutchanat Pirankum examining some of the challenges university students are facing. The Live Well podcast explores the voices and experiences of students, staff, and faculty at Mount Royal University. This Podcast is intended to be conversation-based, informal, and all about hearing from our MRU community. We will cover a range of health topics and invite people from all across campus to share their experiences and insights. This podcast is hosted by the Healthy Campus Team of Wellness Services.  Our theme song by Seth Makes Music. This podcast is produced by Jessie Bach and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative.Resources:Mount Royal University Wellness ServicesCall: (403) 440-8877https://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/WellnessServices/ Distress Centre (24 Hour Crisis Line)Call or text: 403.266.4357Instant chat: distresscentre.comAccess Mental HealthCall: 403.943.1500Tollfree: 1.844.943.1500Student Counselling Services Call: 403.440.6362Email: [email protected]: mru.ca/studentcounsellingOperating Hours: Monday- Friday from 9am- 4pmRoom: U216 Mount Royal UniversitySAMRU Reception (Z222)Hours of Operation:Monday to Friday, closed weekendsSpring - Summer 9:00 am to 4:00 pmFall - Winter 8:30 am to 4:30 pm(403) 440-6077MRU Emergency Bursary https://www.mtroyal.ca/Admission/FinancingYourEducation/additional-resources.htm 

In this episode, we explore exercise and movement the how they can strengthen and support our lifestyle. From study guilt to balancing our bodies, the host, Liv Taylor, leads discussions with Jackie Cooney and Tae Shim examining some of the challenges university students are facing. The Live Well podcast explores the voices and experiences of students, staff, and faculty at Mount Royal University. This Podcast is intended to be conversation-based, informal, and all about hearing from our MRU community. We will cover a range of health topics and invite people from all across campus to share their experiences and insights. This podcast is hosted by the Healthy Campus Team of Wellness Services.  Our theme song is "Feeling Sunny" By Scott Holmes. This podcast was edited by Jessie Bach and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative. Mount Royal University RecreationCall: (403) 440-6517https://mrucougars.com/index.aspx Mount Royal University Wellness ServicesCall: (403) 440-8877https://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/WellnessServices/ 

In this episode, we explore healthy relationships and how to maintain and strengthen them. From red flags and boundaries to resources on campus the host, Jessie Bach fills in for Liv Taylor, and leads discussions with Julia Rand and Lindsey Barnes examining some of the challenges university students are facing. The Live Well podcast explores the voices and experiences of students, staff, and faculty at Mount Royal University. This Podcast is intended to be conversation-based, informal, and all about hearing from our MRU community. We will cover a range of health topics and invite people from all across campus to share their experiences and insights. This podcast is hosted by the Healthy Campus Team of Wellness Services.  Our theme song is "Feeling Sunny" By Scott Holmes. This podcast was edited by Jessie Bach and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative. Stepping UP ProgramStepping UP | MRU CDC Intimate Partner Violence PreventionFast Facts: Preventing Intimate Partner Violence Student Counselling Services Call: 403.440.6362Email: [email protected]: mru.ca/studentcounsellingOperating Hours: Monday- Friday from 9am- 4pmRoom: U216 Mount Royal UniversityFamily Violence Resources in Canada Find family violence resources and services in your area - Canada.ca 

In this episode, we explore men’s mental health when it comes to therapy. The barriers that keep us from seeking help and how to overcome difficult situations. From stigma and struggles to resources on campus our host, Liv Taylor, leads discussions with Dylan Sloan and Alex Cameron examining some of the challenges university students are facing. The Live Well podcast explores the voices and experiences of students, staff, and faculty at Mount Royal University. This Podcast is intended to be conversation-based, informal, and all about hearing from our MRU community. We will cover a range of health topics and invite people from all across campus to share their experiences and insights. This podcast is hosted by the Healthy Campus Team of Wellness Services.  Our theme song is "Feeling Sunny" By Scott Holmes. This podcast is produced by Jessie Bach and supported by the Community Podcast Initiative.Mental Health Resources:Distress Centre (24-Hour Crisis Line)Call or text: 403.266.4357Instant chat: distresscentre.comAccess Mental HealthCall: 403.943.1500Tollfree: 1.844.943.1500Student Counselling Services Call: 403.440.6362Email: [email protected]: mru.ca/studentcounsellingOperating Hours: Monday- Friday from 9am- 4pmRoom: U216 Mount Royal UniversityJack.org- Men’s Mental Health Website: https://jack.org/Resources/Men-s-Mental-HealthHeads Up Guyshttps://headsupguys.org/“Health strategies for managing and preventing depression”Navigation tool to find therapists with experience treating men with depressionOur NCHA Data: ** only included cisgender men data because the other available categories are ‘cisgender women’ and ‘trans/gender, non-conforming’***The National College Health Association is a standardized survey that MRU students were asked to voluntarily fill out to share their experience on all aspects of well-being.** References: American College Health Association. American College Health Association-National College Health Assessment III: Mount Royal University. Campus Housing Executive Summary Spring 2022. Silver Spring, MD: American College Health Association; 2022

In this episode we explore stress management and anxiety in the student body. From misuse of substances to resources on campus our host, Liv Taylor, leads discussions examining some of the struggles university students are facing. The Live Well podcast explores the voices and experiences of students, staff, and faculty at Mount Royal University. This Podcast is intended to be conversation-based, informal, and all about hearing from our MRU community. We will cover a range of health topics and invite people from all across campus to share their experiences and insights. This podcast is hosted by the Healthy Campus Team of Wellness Services.  Our theme song is "Feeling Sunny" By Scott Holmes. This podcast is supported by the Community Podcast Initiative and edited by Jessie Bach.