SWC Wellbeing Themes

Fall 2026

Nurture Connection: How Do You Show Up?

Welcome to Fall Term! As we begin this season of change and new beginnings, we're inviting you to consider how you choose to connect with others—both IRL and online.

Every interaction we have here helps shape Dartmouth's culture. Each of us has the opportunity to create a community where people feel seen, respected, and like they belong.

This fall, as we explore what it means to Nurture Connection, we'll take a closer look at how our devices and online spaces can either strengthen connection or leave us feeling more disconnected. We'll share resources, tips, and ideas to help you be more intentional about how you use your devices and show up online—in ways that support your own wellbeing and the community around you.

We're excited to welcome those who are new to campus and reconnect with familiar faces in the weeks ahead!

Your friends at the SWC

Wellbeing Practices to Help You Nurture Connection

Meditation - Wellbeing Meditation: Relax & Embrace

Feel more calm, present and intentional in 5-minutes!
In this practice, we will reflect on what we would like to embrace more of in our lives and consider what might be helpful to let go to create more space and freedom to focus on what really matters.
 

Use these journaling prompts, based on our SWC Wellbeing Themes, as a way to pause and reflect on your past journey, present focus, and future intentions. Integrate these into a journaling practice or simply pause to consider your responses. 

Take 5–10 minutes and write freely—without judgment and pause.

When does using your phone or other devices energize you? When does it leave you feeling depleted?

SWC Wellbeing Intern Armita Mirkarimi talks with Summer Term students.