Community Connections
The Student Life Center for Belonging and Social Change's student community connections groups focus on creating a sense of belonging, well-being, the formation of meaningful relationships amongst peers, and expanding understandings of social responsibility and civic engagement.
Community Connections meets weekly on Tuesdays from 6-7PM at the Alonso Family Room.
Note: These gatherings are not an appropriate forum to fulfill requirements for academic programs or classes (such as for projects, papers, or graduation requirements), student requirements (such as for First Year Success Series or STEP Professional Development Co-Curriculars), nor for Standards of Excellence requirements from Sorority and Fraternity Life. To find a program that could work for such requirements, check out our calendar for anything with a title followed by DICE.
January 14, 6-8 PM Alonso Family Room
CBSC Open House: games, conversations, photo booth, popcorn.
January 21, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
"Crafting Connections"
This week, we are hosting an evening of crafts and conversations. Several options are available, so that you can participate no matter your artistic abilities. Options include coloring and making origami, friendship bracelets, or a sugar scrub. While we create, we will discuss current events and topics at Ohio State.
January 28, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“Finding Community: Speed Friending at Ohio State”
At a large university like Ohio State, finding your community can be challenging. The Center for Belonging and Social Change is here to help! Join us for a night of speed friending and make some new connections!
February 4, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
"Show me the money!”
Financial literacy is an essential part of your journey as a college student. Having the knowledge to be able to manage budgets, and make informed decisions on loans, credit, and savings all lay the groundwork for your long-term financial success. This week, we are partnering with the Student Wellness Center to guide you on navigating the financial landscape with confidence, including budgeting, navigating credit scores, and resources for financial planning on campus. This session is designed to help you feel empowered about your financial well-being and provide important insights into managing your finances and planning for a successful future.
February 11, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“Decompress and Design” screen print t-shirts
February 18, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“Thrift Swaps”
Sustainable fashion shows and workshops on upcycling clothes. This event promotes eco-friendly shopping habits and encourages students to think about reducing fashion waste.
February 25, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“Crocheting Pets”
Get ready for midterms by making your own Study Buddy! Together we will crochet cute animals that you can put on your desk while you study to keep you company through midterms and beyond. This is a guided activity, so no prior experience with crocheting is necessary.
March 4, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“Paws to De-Stress”
Join us this week as we welcome some special dogs from Buckeye Paws. Buckeye Paws was founded in March 2020 to promote the mental and emotional health of students, faculty, and staff throughout The Ohio State University. A visit with a friendly, nonjudgmental therapy dog can decrease stress, alleviate burnout, and improve your mood. Stop by to say hi and make a new furry friend!
March 18, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“March Madness”
Do you need to destress after a long day of studying, classes, or work? Join the Center for Belonging and Social in partnership with Ohio State Esports for a game night! This event is all about getting together with new and old friends to let off steam through video games.
March 25, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“Cooking and Conversations”
Accordion body...
April 1 - 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“Show your Moves”
a multicultural dancing workshop.
April 8, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
“Power Off”
an event filled with non-digital activities
April 15, 6-7 PM Alonso Family Room
End-of-semester celebration