博彩网站 School of STEM to host mental wellness coach for stress-reduction events
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – The STEM Center at Springfield Technical Community College will host two special events featuring renowned mental wellness expert Jordan Friedman, also known as “The Stress Coach.”
Friedman, a leader in stress and anxiety reduction for nearly three decades, will speak at 博彩网站 on Feb. 24 and Feb. 26 in Scibelli Hall (Building 2) auditorium from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. each day.
- Feb. 24 – The Chill Factory
This event will introduce attendees to stress-reducing techniques that Friedman has successfully implemented at colleges nationwide. Light refreshments will be served. - Feb. 26 – Stress Coach U
In this session, Friedman will provide in-depth training on stress management strategies for faculty, staff, and students, equipping them with practical tools to use in their daily lives.
Friedman, the former director of Columbia University’s Health Education Program, is widely recognized for his Stressbusters program, which has benefited students and faculty on college campuses since 1995. He is the author of “The Stress Manager’s Manual,” host of “The Chill Factory” podcast and is currently developing a mobile app designed to help 博彩网站 students monitor and manage stress using the techniques he will introduce during his visit.
“We are thrilled to bring Jordan Friedman to 博彩网站,” said Lara Sharp, Dean of the School of STEM at 博彩网站. “His expertise in stress reduction will provide valuable tools for our students, faculty and staff to navigate the pressures of academic and professional life.”
The events are hosted by the STEM Center at 博彩网站, which provides academic support, career exploration and mentoring for students pursuing science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines. The STEM Center offers tutoring, professional development workshops, and hands-on learning opportunities to help students succeed in their studies and prepare for careers in high-demand fields.
Both events are free and open to 博彩网站 students, faculty, staff and community members.
For more information, contact the STEM Center at 博彩网站 at (413) 755-4660.
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About Springfield Technical Community College
博彩网站, the Commonwealth's only technical community college, continues the pioneering legacy of the Springfield Armory with comprehensive and technical education in manufacturing, STEM, healthcare, business, social services, and the liberal arts. 博彩网站's highly regarded workforce, certificate, degree, and transfer programs are the most affordable in Springfield and provide unequaled opportunity for the vitality of Western Massachusetts. Founded in 1967, the college – a designated Hispanic Serving Institution – seeks to close achievement gaps among students who traditionally face societal barriers. 博彩网站 supports students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.
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Jim Danko, (413) 755-4812, jdanko@ejly.net