UW-Platteville University Counseling Services

08/21/2026

New to campus? All incoming freshmen and transfer students received a blue lanyard during New Student Experience. Students, keep it close by! Here's how to use it to claim Welcome Week perks! 🙌

08/21/2026

Students. Keep an eye out for all the activities that will be available to you move in weekend. Lots going on.

Come join us at the library during Welcome Week for some fun bookish events!
Silent Book Club. Bring your own book or check one out from the library!

🗓️Monday, August 31st
⏰2-4:30pm
📍Karrmann Library

Book Bedazzling
🗓️Tuesday, September 1st
⏰10-1pm
📍Karrmann Library

08/11/2026

📚✨ Back-to-School Self-Care Tips ✨📚

Whether you're returning to a familiar campus or starting a new adventure, heading back to school can be both exciting and challenging. Shifting from summer mode into a more structured routine takes time, so remember to take care of yourself during the transition.

Try these back-to-school self-care tips:

✅ Start your day with a positive morning routine to help you feel prepared and energized.

💤 Prioritize sleep and rest to support your physical and mental well-being.

🤝 Ask for help when you need it. You don't have to manage stress or overwhelming feelings on your own.

🎨 Make time for activities you enjoy to create balance and reduce stress.

💙 Practice self-compassion. Be patient and kind to yourself as you adjust to new routines and challenges.

Remember, prioritizing self-care, balance and support can make the transition back to school a little easier and a lot more positive. 🌟

08/06/2026

Great opportunity!! Check it out next week.

We're hiring! Stop by for a walk-in interview. No resume or application required!

08/04/2026

Now hiring for the Pioneer Involvement Center, apply on https://uwplatt.joinhandshake.com/job-search

07/31/2026

The motivational speaker, and /"Viva La Bam" star will share details of his addiction and subsequent 11 years of sobriety at the Heritage Center in Dubuque in an event made possible by Hillcrest Family Services.

07/30/2026

🦝 The internet has fallen in love with Jimothy, and many people have embraced him as a reminder that you don't have to be perfect to be worthy of kindness.

If someone you care about is struggling, think JIMOTHY:

❤️ Just listen
💬 Invite them to talk
🤝 Meet them where they are
🌟 Offer support
⚠️ Take concerns seriously
🔗 Help connect them to resources
💙 You don't have to have all the answers.

Sometimes, the most meaningful thing you can do is simply be there.

07/30/2026

In just four hours, SafeTALK equips everyday people to recognize risk and connect someone to help.

Scan QR code to register for a session. Or type Bit.ly/UWPsafeTALK into your web browser.

Thursday, August 13th
Session 1: 8 AM – Noon
or
Session 2: 1PM-5PM

Located in Doudna Hall Classroom 136
Space is limited.

To request disability accommodation, contact University Counseling Services at 608.342.1865.

07/28/2026

🌟 Internship Spotlight: Chloe Eckhart 🌟

Chloe Eckhart is a junior at the University of Wisconsin–Platteville majoring in Biology with a minor in English!

Chloe plans to attend medical school and is passionate about promoting student well-being, health education, and creating supportive campus communities. In addition to her studies, she works as an Emergency Department Medical Scribe, volunteers in a Pathology Laboratory, and serves as a Peer Mentor for Women in STEM.

Through her internship with University Counseling Services and the Dean of Students Office, Chloe has helped develop wellness initiatives, support student success, and contributed to programs that foster a healthy, inclusive, and thriving campus community.

It was great to have Chloe on our team this summer and we look forward to the positive impact her work will make this year! 💙🧡