Council Events

In today’s fast-paced higher education environment, stress, change, and competing priorities can take a toll on our energy, focus, and wellbeing. This interactive virtual session explores practical strategies for building personal resilience so participants can navigate challenges more effectively while maintaining their health, performance, and sense of purpose.

Participants will learn how chronic stress affects the mind and body, explore the five pillars of personal resilience, and identify small, sustainable habits that support wellbeing. Through self-reflection and guided discussion, attendees will assess their resilience strengths, identify areas for growth, and create a personalized action plan to support resilience at work and beyond.

To celebrate the culmination of the 250th founding year of the United States, the Farm House Museum presents History for the Holidays. This exhibition explores the holiday traditions that were brought to the United States by immigrants, decorations that are uniquely “American”, and festivities that have brought Iowa State campus together in merriment year after year since the 1860s. The Farm House Museum has a certain twinkle this time of year, making it the perfect place to honor the history of the holiday season with friends old and new.

For P&S employees hired September – November 2026, invitations will be sent later in November.

Celebrate the season with your fellow P&S staff!
Join us for our Annual Holiday Party, featuring a Staff Resource Fair! Stop by for a treat, connect with colleagues, discover campus resources, and learn more about the P&S Council. It's a great opportunity to make new connections and explore what's available across campus!

For P&S employees hired December 2026– February 2027; invitations will be sent later in February.