UHS Monthly Student Newsletter

December 2023

UHS December 2023 / January 2024 Calendar

• 12/1: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Awareness Month
• 12/1: SHIP Spring 2024 Waiver Opens
• 12/4-8: RRR Week at UC Berkeley
• 12/6: Berkeley Wellness Fund Workshop
• 12/8: Dance it Out! Register to attend
• 12/9-10: Last UHS Service Weekend for Fall 2023
• 12/11-15: Finals Week at UC Berkeley
• 12/13: Flu Shot Clinic from 9-11:30 am and 1-4 pm
• 12/14: Flu Shot Clinic from 9-11:30 am and 1-4 pm
• 12/16-17: UHS Closed (View After-Hour Care)
• 12/18: UHS regular hours
• 12/19: UHS Early Closure: Closing at 3:30 pm (View After-Hour Care)
• 12/20-22: UHS regular hours
• 12/21: Winter solstice
• 12/23-1/2: UHS Closed (View After-Hour Care)
• 12/31: SHIP ends for Fall 2023 graduates - Learn more
• 1/1: SHIP Spring 2024 Waiver Due (No Fee Deadline)
• 1/1: UHS Fees Increase for non-SHIP students - Learn more
• 1/3-12: UHS regular hours
• 1/8: Berkeley Wellness Fund Workshop
• 1/13-14: Weekend services restart at UHS
• 1/15: SHIP Spring 2024 Waiver Due ($75 Fee Deadline)
• 1/15: UHS Closed (View After-Hour Care)
• 1/16: UHS Full Services Begins
• 1/26: Berkeley Wellness Fund Applications Due

UHS Fees Increase for non-SHIP students

End-of-Year Closure Dates and Reminders

The Spring 2023 SHIP Waiver Period Is Now Open

Waiver Periods & Deadline

• Waiver Period without a Fee: December 1, 2023, to January 1, 2024.
• Waiver Period with a $75 Fee: January 2, 2024, to January 15, 2024.

Waiver applications will not be accepted after January 15, 2024. If you submitted a waiver for fall 2023, you do not need to submit a new waiver for spring.

RRR Week: Productivity Tips

If you’re overwhelmed by the size of a project or paper: 

• Start by breaking your paper/project into sub-tasks.
• Estimate how long it will take to accomplish each task (be generous!).
• Put each task in your calendar where they will fit.
• If you think you might need help or an extension, ask ASAP!
• If a sub-task takes longer than expected, add another work period to your calendar.

Productivity Tips:



• Create specific goals: Instead of I will work on my English paper, say I will research my paper topic on Monday from 10-11 am.
• Don’t get derailed by technology: Set your phone to Do Not Disturb. Turn off all unnecessary alerts. Limit social media access.
• Give tasks your undivided attention: If something comes up, ask yourself “Do I really need to do this right now?” If you’re worried you might forget to do it later, quickly write it down, and then get back to work.
• Choose your study location wisely: Plan to work where you can focus best. 

Mental Health Resources at UHS

No problem is too big or too small! If you need to talk to someone, reach out to talk to one of our mental health counselors.

• Individual and Couples Counseling: Available to all students at no charge.
• Let's Talk Consultations: Informal, brief, free consultations with UHS mental health counselors.
• Off-Campus Counseling Referrals: Connect with off-campus providers regardless of insurance.
• Social Services Counseling: Topic-specific services open to all students regardless of insurance.
• Urgent Drop-in Counseling: Students with urgent needs can call (510) 642-9494 to speak with a UHS counselor Mon - Fri, 8 am - 5 pm. The after-hours support line is (855) 817-5667.

Winter Break Food Resources

For some students, the holidays can be a particularly challenging time for securing adequate food resources, especially when campus dining halls and cafes close their doors. However, there are many options near campus that will allow you to eat healthily and stretch your budget.

Visit our student recipes and resource webpage to find:

• Where to find free meals in the community
• How to access emergency funds on campus for food assistance
• Budget-friendly meal options near campus