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Festival of Wellbeing

 

12noon - 1.00pm

People Matter Week Lecture - CANCELLED

Due to reasons beyond our control, we have had to postpone Professor Helen Rees’ lecture. 

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

The Story of an Epidemic: The Changing Face of HIV in South Africa

The People Matter Week Lecture will be given by the founder and Executive Director of the Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute, Professor Helen Rees OBE and will explore the evolution of the fight against HIV/AIDS in South Africa.

Professor Rees serves as a technical expert to many international organisations including the Global Alliance on Vaccines and Immunisation, the HIV Vaccine Advisory Committee and the HPV Vaccine expert committee of the World Health Organization, the Population Council and the US National Institutes of Health. She is currently member of the Board of the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative, IAVI.​

12.15pm - 13.00pm

Pilates Class

Join us for a free Pilates session at the Frank Lee Leisure and Fitness Centre.

Book your place here  This event is fully booked

12.30pm - 1.25pm

Yoga Class # 1

Ever tried yoga or wanted to know what it’s all about?

Looking to complement your sport, exercise or gym training?

Then you should try our Yoga for Sports class to work on your flexibility, core strength, focus and balance – with some relaxation thrown in too!

Take out some time from your busy schedule and relax at this free Yoga class.

Bring a colleague or friend along with you.

All equipment provided.  Just wear comfortable clothing and take a bottle of water with you.

Please note: Parking only available for Disabled Badge holders.

Book your place here

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Relaxation Workshop # 2

Join Rosemary Parkinson from the University Staff Counselling Service to unwind in the middle of your busy day – it may well make your afternoon more relaxed and productive.

Rosemary will share some tips for relaxing in the workplace on a daily basis.

This event is also available on the 17th, 22nd, 23rd June.

Book your place for the 19th June session here

2.00pm - 3.00pm

The Secret Life of Books: University Library Tour # 4

Take a tour of the University Library and discover its 600-year history and famous architecture. Look behind the scenes and learn about its role as a Legal Deposit (copyright) library.

All tours will include a visit to the Reading Room, closed access book storage areas and the Legal Deposit department.

This tour is also available on the 16th, 18th & 26th June.

Book your place here This tour is fully booked.