Weekly Groups & Monthly Events
- Fall 2025-

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New to the Nest - Support for Students Learning and Living in Community

Mondays from 5:00-6:00pm in HUM 20

This is a weekly in-person drop-in support group for SUNY New Paltz undergraduate students aimed to help ensure that students are empowered and prepared to reach their full social, personal, and academic potential. While certainly applicable to our newest Hawks, New to the Nest is open to all SUNY New Paltz undergraduates who want to connect with other students who are navigating the complexities of college student life and living and learning in community with one another. Students will have opportunities to build a supportive peer community, empower and support one another through shared experiences with topics that may include, but not limited to, living and learning in community with others, navigating conflict, living independently, “adulting”, and other challenging subject matters.

"New to the Nest" Interest Form

Learning Support Drop in

Mondays from 3:30pm to 4:30pm in HAB 204

Join us during our weekly learning support drop in session to get individualized support to improve your organizational skills, time management, and study habits.

College Connections

Tuesdays from 2:00-3:00pm in HAB 204

A discussion group for students on the Autism Spectrum to share experiences and develop community.

Art Therapy

Wednesdays from 12:30pm to 1:30pm in HAB 204

Our weekly open studio art therapy groups are offered in a supportive environment where students are invited to use creative expression as a tool for stress reduction, social connection, and wellness. No prior art experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. For more information on our Art Therapy program, see the link below.

Access Art Therapy Room Information

Social Skills Group

Wednesdays from 2:00-3:00pm in HAB 204 (Registration Required)

Join our email list for more information on our Fall 2025 Social Skills group!

Participants engage in interactive activities on topics including conversation skills, making friends, and building confidence in social situations. Students will have opportunities to join other DRC events with the support of the group and a peer mentor.

ADHD Minds: Building Strong Skills for Success

Wednesdays from 3:30-4:15pm in HAB 204 / Virtual

A welcoming space where students with ADHD and learning disabilities can develop personalized study strategies and find community with others who share similar experiences

Walk and Talk

Thursdays from 2:00-2:30pm

The group meets in the HAB lobby before departing.

The Walk and Talk group allows students to casually build their social networks while also getting fresh air and exercise. Students will walk around campus with a walking leader from our staff for around 30 minutes.

Social Club

Tuesdays from 3:00-4:00pm in HAB 204

A welcoming space where students can come together to connect with others and build their social circle while engaging in games and other social activities.

Music & Wellness

Fridays from 1:00-2:00pm in SU 416

Students will utilize music, sound and instrumental play in a supportive and empowering environment. Groups will explore communication, interaction and personal growth through creativity. No musical experience necessary!

Monthly Mingle

Once a month on Wednesday in HAB 210

Sept 24, Oct 29, Nov 19

Join us at the DRC in a relaxed, welcoming space to expand your social circle and have some fun. Whether you're new to campus or just looking to make new friends, this is the perfect place to connect and unleash your creativity. Light refreshments will be served.

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