The Office of Student Wellness (OSW) supports the health and well-being of all matriculated in-person, remote, and hybrid Boston Health Sciences students at Tufts University. We offer integrated wellness programs, confidential consultations, and practical tools to help you manage stress, navigate challenges, and thrive—both personally and academically.
Hours9am-5pm | Contact200 Harrison Avenue |
Our mission is to promote a culture of wellness that supports your personal development and academic success. We provide:
| Note: OSW does not provide ongoing psychotherapy but offers short-term support and referrals to appropriate care. |
We take a holistic, prevention-focused approach to wellness. Our trained and experienced staff work with students to build resilience, improve well-being, and enhance academic performance. All services are free of charge for matriculated students and are provided in a private, supportive environment.
We offer a variety of free and low-cost wellness events throughout the year—both in person and virtual. These programs are designed to:
Maria Brouard, an MD-PhD student, began medical school just before the COVID-19 lockdown in March 2020. Despite the challenges of balancing medical and PhD studies during the pandemic, she has remained committed to caring for her mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Students from the Tufts University Boston health sciences campus and the Office of Student Wellness director talk about the importance of promoting student wellness. Contributions like the Greenwald fund help make it possible.
Melissa Burgemeister, Co-Director of Student Affairs and Assistant Professor in the DPT Program’s Phoenix Cohort, brings over 15 years of clinical experience in orthopedics and sports. She’s been teaching in higher education since 2006, with research focused on improving student learning in DPT education. She prioritizes family time and intentionally schedules it into her routine.
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Appointments with the Office of Student Wellness are available in person or over Zoom. To schedule an appointment with Sharon Snaggs send an email to sharon.snaggs@tufts.edu or use this link.
The Student Wellness Advisory Committee (SWAC) acts as a liaison to the Office of Student Wellness. SWAC is comprised of a diverse group of student volunteers from all programs on the Boston Health Science Campus. The mission of SWAC is to promote knowledge of the Office of Student Wellness and the scope of services, while also addressing students' wellness concerns. If you have ideas or suggestions about wellness related issues, please contact your programs' representative.
The Better Halves Club's mission is to support the spouses and partners of Tufts University School of Medicine’s MD students. The group provides programs, events, and other opportunities for members to connect, share advice and stories, meet for social events, learn about the medical journey and process, and more. If you're interested in learning more, please visit the group on Facebook.
Adequate sleep is associated with better health in many ways, including:
Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? Do you feel tired during the day? Here are some helpful tips to help you learn relaxation techniques and other methods for sleeping more and sleeping better.
Discuss with your PCP any medical issues that may be interfering with your sleep.
The Student Wellness Advisor may be able to help you deal with feelings of stress or anxiety that may be interfering with your sleep. Call 617-636-2700 to schedule an appointment, or send an email to sharon.snaggs@tufts.edu.
The Tauber Fitness Center has three areas: a 2,500 square foot room with aerobic and strength training equipment; a small exercise studio; and locker rooms and showers. All registered Boston Campus students are eligible to use the fitness center; no fee is required.
The fitness center is located on the lower level of the Medical Education Building and can be accessed by elevator or stairs. You must have a valid Boston Campus student ID with you in order to access the facility and will be asked to use the card swipe at the front desk to confirm eligibility. Should you run into an issue with your ID access, please contact the Public Safety Department at TuftsID@tufts.edu.
Privacy Statement:
The Office of Student Wellness cares about your holistic health and is committed to working with you to preserve the privacy of your communications with the Student Wellness team. Information will not be shared or disclosed to other staff or anyone else (without your explicit permission). However, there may be times when information needs to be shared with other staff or health care providers. Some examples include serious concern about the health or safety of you or someone else, or when the law requires the release of information. When possible, every effort will be made to consult with you and secure your permission. The Office of Student Wellness believes that transparency and mutual understanding are two critical components of a successful relationship between staff and students. You are encouraged to have a conversation with staff members about what this privacy statement means for you.
