Meet with Peers
Connecting with peers provides an innovative way to supporting the community by promoting opportunities for student engagement, connection, and reducing barriers to mental health resources. Some of our peer engagement includes peer to peer initiatives including Bearcats Support Network (BSN), the Bearcats Recovery Community, and Sky@UC.
Bearcats Support Network
Bearcats Support Network is a community of students that fundamentally work to destigmatize mental health while holistically working to create a network that is supportive, loving, and inclusive through peer-to-peer support groups and monthly social events.
We offer weekly group meetings in which members are given space to address their mental and emotional wellbeing in a safe and confidential environment. These meetings are led by two to three group leaders who have been trained by our sponsors at CAPS and the Student Wellness Center. For the most updated information on current group offerings, please visit the BSN website or go to their Instagram page.
BSN Kickbacks are open both BSN members and the Cincinnati student body, aimed towards building a stronger sense of community on campus. Kickback events are a fun and safe alternative that occur once a month. All Kickback events are free and open to all members of BSN and the larger UC community.
Follow us on Instagram (@ucincybsn) for the most updated event announcements!
Bearcats Recovery Community
The Bearcats Recovery Community is a program designed to support UC students in or seeking recovery from alcohol, drugs and other addictions. The BRC and its programs allow students to have an authentic college experience at UC while maintaining their recovery.
SKY@UC
CAPS and the Student Wellness Center has collaborated with SKY@UC to foster a peer-supported mental well-being bearcat community. Under this initiative, students will be offered scholarships to learn evidence-based SKY Breath Meditation, participate in Silence Retreats, and be trained to facilitate meditation and wellness workshops.