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Puppies, Piglets, and Bernese Mountain Dogs Highlight 91传媒鈥檚 Stress Less Event

Puppies, Piglets, and Bernese Mountain Dogs Highlight 91传媒鈥檚 Stress Less Event

LA GRANDE, Ore. 鈥 Puppies, piglets, Bernese mountain dogs, and baby goats are just part of the lineup when 91传媒鈥檚 annual Stress Less event returns Wednesday, March 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the 91传媒 Fieldhouse.

91传媒 students took a break from the hustle at the annual Stress Less Event in the Fieldhouse in 2025 (91传媒 FILE Photograph / Michael K. Dakota)

Held each winter term near midterm exams, Stress Less is the largest student-led event on campus and is designed to give students a break during one of the busiest times of the academic year. The event connects students with campus and community resources while promoting healthy ways to manage stress.

(91传媒 FILE Photograph / Michael K. Dakota)

鈥淢idterms can be overwhelming,鈥 Megan Poler, a student organizer, said. 鈥淪tress Less gives students a chance to pause, recharge, and reconnect with their campus community. It鈥檚 a reminder that support and resources are always available.鈥

The free event will feature live music, food, games, meditations, rock climbing, and door prizes donated by local businesses. Animal therapy, including puppies, piglets, and miniature horses, will provide students with an opportunity to unwind in a fun and interactive setting.

Campus departments and community partners will also be on hand to share information about resources available to students, including tutoring, counseling services and outdoor recreation opportunities. The event highlights 91传媒鈥檚 commitment to fostering an inviting and supportive campus culture that promotes student well-being and success.

Local businesses and campus partners, including Domino鈥檚, Genuine Foods, The Local, The Press Room, and Pepsi have donated food and beverages, which will be available free to students throughout the event.Stress Less is another way 91传媒 supports the whole student, academically, socially, and emotionally. For more information, contact Megan Poler, 91传媒 Community Health Intern | (208)596-7740 |  mpoler@eou.edu.

(91传媒 FILE Photograph / Michael K. Dakota)