UWS Mental Health Services Relocate to Swenson Hall

SUPERIOR, Minn. (KQDS-TV) -- The University of Wisconsin - Superior has relocated its mental health and wellbeing services to a new shared space in Swenson Hall. The Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Wellbeing and Student Health and Counseling Services have partnered in this effort since 2018 but have now combined their resources under one roof.

An open house was held on October 12, showcasing the new facilities, which include wellness books, a meditation area, and a massage chair. Randy Barker, Health and Wellbeing Services Director at UWS, emphasized the intention behind the design, stating, "We've really created this space to with intentionality, we want it to be a space where students feel comfortable coming in and using the services."

The new location aims to provide students with a welcoming atmosphere, highlighted by carefully chosen colors, massage chairs, and sleep pods.

Services offered include mental health counseling, referrals, and preventive educational programs.