Stop & Breathe Spring 2026

Spring 2026 Schedule

Monday April 27th Through Wednesday May 5th

Resource: Library Games , Rubik’s Cube , Fidget Kits, Full Spectrum Light & Coloring pages 
Time: Anytime
Location: Ask to check them out at the IC Library’s Circulation Desk 
Sponsor & Contact: IC Library. iclibrary@ithaca.edu

Resource: Wysa 
Time & Location: Self-care at your fingertips
Description: IC students, employees and dependents have free premium access to the Wysa phone application that helps navigate stress, anxiety, sleep, negative thoughts, and confidence-building with clinically proven self-help tools. To access the premium version of Wysa at no cost, IC members must download the application and create an account using the Ithaca College link or referral code, accessible here.

Resource: Fitness Center 
Time: Monday-Thursday, 7am – 11pm; Friday, 7am – 10pm; Saturday, 11am – 7pm; Sunday, 11am – 11pm
Description: Exercise Area with Cardio & Fitness Equipment, Aerobics Room, Climbing Wall. Basketballs, indoor soccer balls, jump ropes and badminton racquets are available to rent free of charge.
Location: Fitness Center, Campus Center Quad
Sponsor & Contact: Campus Recreation, campusrec@ithaca.edu

Resource: Wellness Resource Room 
Time: Monday-Thursday, 7am – 11pm. Friday, 7am – 10pm. Saturday, 11am – 7pm. Sunday, 11am – 11pm
Description: Located in Room 202 of the Fitness Center. This room is available during Fitness Center hours for all students to stop by, destress, and practice self-care. We have coloring books, light therapy boxes, meditation pillows, yoga mats, Zen gardens, fidget/sensory items, and more! Free health and wellness-related informational resources and safer sex supplies are available to take with you.
Location: *NEW* Room 202, Fitness Center
Sponsor & Contact: Center for Health Promotion, healthpromotion@ithaca.edu

Resource: Success Study Sessions 
Time: Sunday – Thursday, 6pm – 8pm
Location: Sun - Park 270, Mon - CNS 333, Tue – Williams 211, Wed – Business 206, Thu – Whalen 3302
Description: Study sessions are two-hour structured periods for students to work towards personal academic goals and complete classwork. They foster a consistent routine for students to practice time management skills, combat procrastination, and work on specific assignments. With the support of their peers and mentors, students can set goals, complete tasks, have progress checks, and make effective plans for submitting assignments, scheduling their obligations, and communicating with professors. Study sessions can be used in a variety of ways which makes the time flexible and productive for students with differing tasks, timelines, and study habits. Locations rotate to accommodate all schools with Peer Success Coaches are available to support students in their academic goals as needed. Students can register in advance to receive reminders, or drop-in anytime between 6pm and 8pm.
Sponsor & Contact: Academic Support Center, academicsupport@ithaca.edu

Resource: LGBTQ Center Rest & Relaxation Room 
Time: Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm
Description: Come relax in the LGBTQ Center’s Rest & Relaxation Room for some low-sensory down-time, bean bags for resting, light therapy, and more! 
Location: LGBTQ Center, Towers Concourse 110 
Sponsor & Contact: LGBTQ Center, lgbt@ithaca.edu

Resource: Unity Center Sensory Room 
Time: Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm
Description: Our Sensory Room is a setting where stimulation can be controlled and provided individuals to engage in self-stimulating activities. The room has a wide-range of materials and objects such as: variety of different fidget toys, light therapy box, sensory bottles, dim lighting, sensory panels, soft music, white noise, and soft, low seating. The need for a multi-sensory room can depend on the needs of the users in each setting and support those who gain access to the space, so we are open to feedback if there are other items needed! 
Location: 339 Egbert Hall (3rd Floor, Campus Center) 
Sponsor & Contact: Unity Center, unitycenter@ithaca.edu

Resource: The Unity Student Lounge 
Time: Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm
Description: The lounge is open as long as the Campus Center building is open and has 3 computers available to use. Whether you need somewhere to sit and study, eat your lunch without making a commute home, or you just want to watch YouTube videos on the projector, the Unity Student Lounge is a great place to meet other students. 
Location: Campus Center, 3rd floor (Next to the Unity Center) 
Sponsor & Contact: Unity Center, unitycenter@ithaca.edu

Resource: MLK/First Gen Lounge 
Time: Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm
Description: The MLK/First Gen Lounge serves as a nice place to study or hang out with friends. There is a microwave and seating area if you want to come and eat lunch; you can also find snacks and candy! 
Location: 339 Egbert Hall (3rd Floor, Campus Center)
Sponsor & Contact: Unity Center, unitycenter@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Noon Hour Meditation 
Time: 12pm – 12:45pm 
Location: Gathering Hall, Muller Chapel 
Description: Meditation sessions are available at noon EST on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in Muller Chapel. No experience is necessary. 
Sponsor & Contact: Mindful IC, ddimitrova@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Monday Night Qigong 
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm 
Location: Gathering Hall, Muller Chapel 
Description: Join Mindful IC for Realization Process Meditation at 5:00-5:30 pm and Qigong (an ancient movement practice) at 5:30-6:15 pm on Mondays at Muller Chapel. Come as you are - no experience or special clothing needed. 
Sponsor & Contact: Mindful IC, ddimitrova@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Old Greeny Fringe Fest 
Time: 5 PM to 9 PM 
Location: The Cherry Arts 102 Cherry Street, Ithaca NY 14850 - venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Description: Old Greeny Fringe Fest is a week-long, fringe festival in celebration of the weird, wacky, and whimsical, rooted in the legend of Old Greeny—the cryptid of Cayuga Lake. The festival activates traditional and non-traditional venues through performances, installations, community activities, and storytelling, with a strong commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and local culture. The festival runs from April 27th to May 3rd at venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Sponsor & Contact: info@oldgreenyfest.com

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Old Greeny Fringe Fest 
Time: 5 PM to 9 PM 
Location: The Cherry Arts 102 Cherry Street, Ithaca NY 14850 - venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Description: Old Greeny Fringe Fest is a week-long, fringe festival in celebration of the weird, wacky, and whimsical, rooted in the legend of Old Greeny—the cryptid of Cayuga Lake. The festival activates traditional and non-traditional venues through performances, installations, community activities, and storytelling, with a strong commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and local culture. The festival runs from April 27th to May 3rd at venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Sponsor & Contact: info@oldgreenyfest.com

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Noon Hour Meditation 
Time: 12pm – 12:45pm 
Location: Gathering Hall, Muller Chapel 
Description: Meditation sessions are available at noon EST on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in Muller Chapel. No experience is necessary. 
Sponsor & Contact: Mindful IC, ddimitrova@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Interfaith Dinner Series: Hinduism 
Time: Wednesday, April 29 at 5:30 PM 
Location: Muller Chapel 
Description: Join us at Muller Chapel to engage in interfaith dialogue and discussion over food and fellowship. Every week some students of faith will host and share a little about their tradition before we eat together.
Sponsor & Contact: Hillel hillel@ithaca.edu 

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Old Greeny Fringe Fest 
Time: 3 PM to 9 PM 
Location: The Cherry Arts 102 Cherry Street, Ithaca NY 14850 - venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Description: Old Greeny Fringe Fest is a week-long, fringe festival in celebration of the weird, wacky, and whimsical, rooted in the legend of Old Greeny—the cryptid of Cayuga Lake. The festival activates traditional and non-traditional venues through performances, installations, community activities, and storytelling, with a strong commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and local culture. The festival runs from April 27th to May 3rd at venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Sponsor & Contact: info@oldgreenyfest.com

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Silent Book Club Meeting 
Time: April 29 at 6 PM 
Location: Chapel Sanctuary / Pond 
Description: Bring any book and come read with us! You're welcome to come and go anytime during the meeting. Just grab a snack, settle down and read, talk at the end and be on your merry way! Meetings will be inside the cozy chapel inside the sanctuary, but when it gets nice outside, we will read by the pond! Join us on Engage and Instagram for updates!
Sponsor & Contact: jgelman@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Open Mic Night 
Time: 7:30 PM 
Location: The Pub @ IC Square 
Description: We are an all-inclusive club on campus that invites anyone to come and showcase their special talent in front of a supportive group of students. We welcome anyone and everyone to perform or just be a part of our attentive audience. It is a safe space for everyone! 
Sponsor & Contact: grankel@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Bubblefest, 
Time: 12-3PM 
Location: Academic Quad 
Description: Join the Academic Support Center for bubbles, bubble accessories, academic support, and FUN! 
Sponsor & Contact: Academic Support Center, Jenna Caster

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Button Making in the Library 
Time: 2 PM to 3 PM 
Location: IC Library entrance (table to your right) 
Description: We have some magazines for you to cut up and make buttons with (a lot of animal magazines). You can bring your own images or print outs. We'll cut them in a circle and pop them in our button maker. Come & go as you've time! 
Sponsor & Contact: Cathy Michael cmichael@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Old Greeny Fringe Fest 
Time: 3 PM to 9 PM 
Location: The Cherry Arts 102 Cherry Street, Ithaca NY 14850 - venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Description: Old Greeny Fringe Fest is a week-long, fringe festival in celebration of the weird, wacky, and whimsical, rooted in the legend of Old Greeny—the cryptid of Cayuga Lake. The festival activates traditional and non-traditional venues through performances, installations, community activities, and storytelling, with a strong commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and local culture. The festival runs from April 27th to May 3rd at venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Sponsor & Contact: info@oldgreenyfest.com

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Queer Fam Fest 
Time: 6 PM 
Location: LGBTQ Center 
Description: Queer Fam Feast is a chance to come together, share a meal, and connect in queer community. Whether you’re missing home, building chosen family, or just looking for a cozy space to eat and hang out, this is a place for you. 
Sponsor & Contact: lgbtq@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage):It's a Wrap! Picnic Party 
Time: 5:30 PM 
Location: Outside Muller Chapel 
Description: We are celebrating all the amazing productions and projects created this year, everyone is welcome to join! We will have pizza, ice cream, and crafts! 
Sponsor & Contact: IC Hillel, cshroder@ithaca.edu 

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Noon Hour Meditation 
Time: 12pm – 12:45pm 
Location: Gathering Hall, Muller Chapel 
Description: Meditation sessions are available at noon EST on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in Muller Chapel. No experience is necessary. 
Sponsor & Contact: Mindful IC, ddimitrova@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Old Greeny Fringe Fest 
Time: 1 PM to 9 PM 
Location: The Cherry Arts 102 Cherry Street, Ithaca NY 14850 
Description: Old Greeny Fringe Fest is a week-long, fringe festival in celebration of the weird, wacky, and whimsical, rooted in the legend of Old Greeny—the cryptid of Cayuga Lake. The festival activates traditional and non-traditional venues through performances, installations, community activities, and storytelling, with a strong commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and local culture. The festival runs from April 27th to May 3rd at venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Sponsor & Contact: info@oldgreenyfest.com

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Old Greeny Fringe Fest 
Time: 9 PM to 9 PM 
Location: The Cherry Arts 102 Cherry Street, Ithaca NY 14850 - venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Description: Old Greeny Fringe Fest is a week-long, fringe festival in celebration of the weird, wacky, and whimsical, rooted in the legend of Old Greeny—the cryptid of Cayuga Lake. The festival activates traditional and non-traditional venues through performances, installations, community activities, and storytelling, with a strong commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and local culture. The festival runs from April 27th to May 3rd at venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Sponsor & Contact: info@oldgreenyfest.com

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Old Greeny Fringe Fest 
Time: 12 PM to 3 PM 
Location: The Cherry Arts 102 Cherry Street, Ithaca NY 14850 - venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Description: Old Greeny Fringe Fest is a week-long, fringe festival in celebration of the weird, wacky, and whimsical, rooted in the legend of Old Greeny—the cryptid of Cayuga Lake. The festival activates traditional and non-traditional venues through performances, installations, community activities, and storytelling, with a strong commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and local culture. The festival runs from April 27th to May 3rd at venues near the Waterfront Trail and on State Street. 
Sponsor & Contact: info@oldgreenyfest.com

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Noon Hour Meditation 
Time: 12pm – 12:45pm 
Location: Gathering Hall, Muller Chapel 
Description: Meditation sessions are available at noon EST on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in Muller Chapel. No experience is necessary. 
Sponsor & Contact: Mindful IC, ddimitrova@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Monday Night Qigong 
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm 
Location: Gathering Hall, Muller Chapel 
Description: Join Mindful IC for Realization Process Meditation at 5:00-5:30 pm and Qigong (an ancient movement practice) at 5:30-6:15 pm on Mondays at Muller Chapel. Come as you are - no experience or special clothing needed. 
Sponsor & Contact: Mindful IC, ddimitrova@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): Bagels, Bites, and Bracelets 
Time: 12 PM 
Location: Muller Chapel in the Phillips Room 
Description: Join us in our cozy study space and enjoy bagels and Trader Joe’s snacks. Stay to study or create shrinky-dink jewelry and friendship bracelets! 
Sponsor & Contact: IC Hillel cshroder@ithaca.edu

Event Title and calendar link (Engage): IC Paint and Sip 
Time: 7:30 PM 
Location: IC Square 
Description: Note their Instagram posts 
Sponsor & Contact: emicklos@ithaca.edu