Every spring and fall we participate in Suicide Awareness Week to increase awareness and understanding of each person’s job to eradicate suicide across campus and the community. It is our hope through this week, and our Tide Against Suicide initiative, that the discussions, training, tools, and resources will not only equip people with the confidence to help someone in distress but to give hope to those who are struggling. Please see the events below and plan to join us for this year’s Suicide Awareness Week.

Monday, Oct. 7

Information Tabling

When: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: Student Center Plaza

Come by the information tables in the Student Center Plaza to learn more about suicide awareness and prevention.

Tuesday, Oct. 8

Percentage Night at The Standard

When: 5 – 9 p.m.

Where: The Standard restaurant at 1217 University Blvd.

Join us for a great night of food at The Standard! A percentage of the restaurant’s profits for the night will benefit the Counseling Center and its efforts to serving the students of UA and their mental health needs.

Wednesday, Oct. 9

Mental Health Panel and Pastries

When: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Where: The Forum, third floor of the Student Center

Join us as we discuss with a panel of professionals how we can take charge of our mental health using resources available to every student at UA!

Thursday, Oct. 10

Pickleball Tournament

When: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Where: UREC Tennis Complex

Physical activity is a great way to strengthen your mental health. Join us for a spectacular pickleball tournament at the Student Recreation Center tennis courts!

Friday, Oct. 11

Paint at the Plaza

When: 2 – 4 p.m.

Where: Student Center Fountain Plaza

Relieve stress through drawing, painting and other means of artistic expression.

Sunday, Oct. 13

Out of the Darkness Walk

When: Registration at 5 p.m., Walk begins at 6 p.m.

qr code for tuscaloosa out of the darkness walk event

Where: UA Student Center Plaza

Stand united with others in the fight against suicide as we walk Out of the Darkness for Suicide Awareness Week. Scan the QR code to the right or select the button below to register for the Out of the Darkness Walk.

Register for Out of the Darkness Walk

QPR Training Opportunities During Suicide Awareness Week

Attend different training sessions during Suicide Awareness Week to learn how you can help suicide awareness and prevention.

Sunday, Oct. 6

2 – 3 p.m., UA Student Center Room 3108

Monday, Oct. 7

10 – 11 a.m., UA Student Center Room 3108

Wednesday, Oct. 9

12 – 1 p.m., UA Student Center Room 3108

Friday, Oct. 11

11 a.m. – 12 p.m., UA Student Center Room 3108

Talk Saves Lives – Student Led Trainings

Tuesday, Oct. 8

10 a.m., UA Student Center Room 3108

Thursday, Oct. 10

5 p.m., UA Student Center Room 3108