PAWS study break is back at Wilson Library for fall semester

Kate Peterson

PAWS (Pet Away Worry & Stress) is back at Wilson Library for the ultimate west bank study break!

Whether you need a quick dopamine boost between lectures or just want to cuddle a furry (or feathered) friend, drop in anytime to hang out with Boynton’s legendary registered therapy team. Yes, we actually have dogs, cats, and chicken!

What to expect: No appointments, no pressure, no awkward icebreakers. Just show up, check in at the PAWS table, then hang out with amazing therapy animals, chat with their handlers, and decompress. While PAWS isn’t a replacement for formal therapy, every session is are certainly therapeutic and part of the University’s initiative to support student mental health. Come for the stress relief, stay for the snuggles. See you there!

The Quick Details:

  • Where: Wilson Library (west bank), Studio (First Floor)
  • When: Drop-in anytime during session hours (add dates to your calendar!)
  • Cost: 100% FREE
  • Who: Open to all UMN students, staff, and faculty (bring a friend!) 

Save these early semester dates:

  • Thursday, September 10 from 11:30 am-1:30 pm
  • Thursday, September 24 from 11:30 am-1:30 pm
  • Thursday, October 1 from 11:30 am-1:30 pm
  • and most Thursdays of the semester. View the complete PAWS schedule.