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Registration and volunteer opportunities are now open for the third annual Mind over Miles 5K run and walk in honor of World Mental Health Day, taking place on Thursday, October 8th. Organized by NMU WellBeing, the event helps highlight NMU’s commitment to the Okanagan Charter by fostering a campus culture that prioritizes health, wellbeing, and belonging. The 5K also aims to encourage open dialogue about mental health, including our collective ability to reduce the stigma around prioritizing mental health and asking for help. Every registration helps support NMU WellBeing Promotions programming, creating opportunities for students to develop life skills, build connections, and help sustain their wellbeing throughout their college experience.

While this is a timed event, both walkers and runners are welcome and encouraged to participate. The course will take participants on a scenic loop through much of NMU’s campus, starting and finishing at the Wildcat statue by Jamrich. T-shirt sales end 11:59 p.m. on Monday, September 14th. Online registration ends at 11:59 p.m. on October 4th, with no same-day registration available. Timing will be conducted by Superior Timing. Post-5K refreshments are sponsored by Embers Credit Union, and top three overall prizes for female, non-binary, and male categories are sponsored by Queen City Running Company. Packet pickup will take place on Wednesday, October 7th from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m in Jamrich 1100 Lobby. More information will be emailed to registrants closer to the 5K date. 

Start/Finish Location: NMU Wildcat Statue by Jamrich Hall

Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m., course cut-off time is 7:30 p.m.

Registration Deadline: October 4, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.; t-shirt sales end September 14th at 11:59 p.m.

Price:

• NMU Faculty/Staff (limit 2): $10, OR registration + t-shirt for $17 until September 14th at 11:59 p.m.

• NMU Student (limit 1): $5, OR registration + t-shirt for $10 until September 14th at 11:59 p.m.

• General Public: $20, includes t-shirt up until September 14th at 11:59 p.m.

Volunteering: Interesting in being a part of the event in a volunteer capacity? You can learn about volunteer opportunities here.

5k Website: More information about the 5k can be found here.

WellBeing Fund: Interested in further supporting NMU WellBeing Promotion’s preventative programming on campus? Learn more or give here.

Please contact Jess Corkin at jcoullar@nmu.edu with any questions concerning the event or if interested in sponsorship or volunteer opportunities. 

NMU WellBeing Promotions

The third annual Mind over Miles 5K Run/Walk in honor of World Mental Health Day is taking place on Thursday, October 8th. Organized by NMU WellBeing, the event helps highlight NMU’s commitment to the Okanagan Charter by fostering a campus culture that prioritizes health, wellbeing, and belonging. The 5K also aims to encourage open dialogue about mental health, including our collective ability to reduce the stigma around prioritizing mental health and asking for help. Every registration helps support NMU WellBeing Promotions programming, creating opportunities for students to develop life skills, build connections, and help sustain their wellbeing throughout their college experience.

While this is a timed event, both walkers and runners are welcome and encouraged to participate. The course will take participants on a scenic loop through much of NMU’s campus, starting and finishing at the Wildcat statue by Jamrich. T-shirt sales end 11:59 p.m. on Monday, September 14th. Online registration ends at 11:59 p.m. on October 4th, with no same-day registration available. Timing will be conducted by Superior Timing. Post-5K refreshments are sponsored by Embers Credit Union, and top three overall prizes for female, non-binary, and male categories are sponsored by Queen City Running Company. Packet pickup will take place on Wednesday, October 7th from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m in Jamrich 1100 Lobby. More information will be emailed to registrants closer to the 5K date. 

Start/Finish Location: NMU Wildcat Statue by Jamrich Hall

Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m., course cut-off time is 7:30 p.m.

Registration Deadline: October 4, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.; t-shirt sales end September 14th at 11:59 p.m.

Price:

• NMU Faculty/Staff (limit 2): $10, OR registration + t-shirt for $17 until September 14th at 11:59 p.m.

• NMU Student (limit 1): $5, OR registration + t-shirt for $10 until September 14th at 11:59 p.m.

• General Public: $20, includes t-shirt up until September 14th at 11:59 p.m.

Volunteering: Interesting in being a part of the event in a volunteer capacity? You can learn about volunteer opportunities here.

5k Website: More information about the 5k can be found here.

WellBeing Fund: Interested in further supporting NMU WellBeing Promotion’s preventative programming on campus? Learn more or give here.

Please contact Jess Corkin at jcoullar@nmu.edu with any questions concerning the event or if interested in sponsorship or volunteer opportunities. 

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Join The Women's Center and NMU WellBeing for Marquette’s Sexual Assault Awareness Walk as we use our voices to stand in solidarity with survivors and show our community’s commitment to safety, support, and prevention. Together, we raise awareness, stand against sexual violence, and hold perpetrators accountable.

Bring a sign, wear denim, or simply walk with us. The walk begins at Harlow Park and concludes at the Commons.

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This semester, NMU WellBeing is hosting monthly Lunch and Learn events during which we discuss different topics that support employees' general health and wellbeing. During these events, you are invited to bring your lunch to enjoy! During this session, we will be discussing resilience and tips for finishing out this school year strong!

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Participate in a QPR Suicide Prevention training led by Christy Hartline from NMU Counseling and Consultation Services. These trainings will be held monthly throughout the semester and will equip you to identify the signs of a mental health crisis and educate you on what the proper next steps are. 

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Join for a Lunch and Learn! This month, the WellBeing Promotions team will be partnering with Kim Hongisto from HR to discuss your employee benefits. You are invited to bring your lunch to enjoy at this time, along with any questions you may have about benefits!

NMU WellBeing Promotions

Join the NMU WellBeing team for a Lunch and Learn! Lunch and Learn events are geared towards faculty and staff and include a presentation with an integrated discussion about a topic pertaining to general health and wellbeing. This month's discussion will focus on the importance of spending time outside in the winter months.  Feel free to bring your lunch to enjoy during this time. 

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NMU WellBeing Promotions is excited to host the second annual Mind over Miles 5k on Thursday, October 9th at 5:30 PM, in honor of World Mental Health Day. This event celebrates the connection between mental and physical wellbeing while encouraging open conversations about mental health and reducing stigma around seeking help. Participants will enjoy a scenic loop through much of NMU’s campus, starting and finishing at the Wildcat Statue by Jamrich.

Registration is available on NMU’s ticketing site. T-shirt sales close at 11:59 PM on Sunday, September 14th, and online registration ends at 11:59 PM on October 5th (no same-day registration). Packet pickup will be held on Wednesday, October 8th from 3-6 PM in the Jamrich 1100 lobby, and on race day from 4:30-5:15 PM. Timing will be provided by Superior Timing. Post-race refreshments are sponsored by Embers Credit Union, gift cards for the top three overall finishers in female, male, and non-binary categories are sponsored by Queen City Running Company, and age group awards are sponsored by NMU Case Management.

Interested in volunteering as a form of participation? Check out volunteer opportunities and other details on the 5k landing page.

New this year in the weeks leading up to the race, faculty, staff, and students are invited to join ‘Cats to 5k, a training program with beginner and intermediate groups to fit most fitness levels. Staff and faculty sessions will be led by colleagues, while student sessions will be student-led. Employee session details will be shared via email as leaders are finalized, and student sessions will be posted on the Hub. If you are interested in leading any sessions, please reach out to Jessica at jcoullar@nmu.edu.