Stress Management Locations

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Wellness and Health Promotion Services offers three stress management locations on campus. These free relaxation spaces are open to all to enjoy and de-stress. We aim to make this a safe, welcoming environment for students to relax and recharge!

The Dawg Lounge

The Dawg Lounge is located in the Student Health Center and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Support dogs are present every Tuesday and Thursday that classes are in session.

The Dawg Lounge offers:

  • Three private Relaxation Rooms, each with their own massage chair and soothing accessories
  • Art and coping tools
  • Light and Biofeedback machines
  • Monthly Downward Dog yoga and Calming Craft activities

The HEROES Hideaway

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This stress management zen-den is located in the HEROES Headquarters in the Student Center and is open Monday through Friday from 1 - 4:30 p.m.

The HEROES Hideaway offers:

  • Tranquil, multicultural mindfulness features
  • Massage chair
  • Yoga and meditation tools
  • Monthly workshops

Student Health Services Covid and Memorial Wellness Garden

This stress management garden, located outside of the Student Health Center, is an environmental wellness and memorial space. Individuals are welcome to rest, relax, and reflect.

The Student Health Servies Covid and Memorial Wellness Garden offers:

      • A Covid Memorial mural
      • Sensory-inspired nature features
      • Expressive crafts
To inscribe a memorial brick, please email shcinfo@siu.edu.