Arts for Health and Wellness Initiatives
Uniting artistic expression with physical, mental, and emotional wellness.
Art That Nurtures Mind, Body, and Community
Arts for Health and Wellness Initiatives integrate various forms of artistic expression, such as visual arts, music, theater, creative writing, and artistic movements—to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. These programs recognize the therapeutic benefits of engaging with the arts, including reducing stress, improving mood, enhancing cognition, promoting physical function, and fostering social connections across the University of Arizona campus and the greater Tucson community.
Enhancing Public Health Through Artistic Expression
Improves physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
A different way to share health information.
Inspires more people to get involved in their own health and wellness.
Uses creative approaches to enhance daily life and routines.
Creates opportunities for conversation around health, healing, and care.
Empowers communities to lead and shape their own initiatives.
Builds skills for health professionals to serve their communities through creative and collaborative tools.
Creative Arts for Lowering Mental Stress
CALM for all UA Health Sciences
Sign-Up for Spring 2026 Workshops
Location: Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, Cantor Building, 1502 E Mabel St. Tucson, AZ
February 3, 2026 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM
- Tai Chi & Qi Gong - Ancient Chinese mind-body practices combine gentle movement, breath, and focus to promote health and balance.
March 3, 2026 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM
- Zen Doodling - A form of meditative doodling involves creating intricate patterns and designs using structured, repetitive stokes.
April 7, 2026 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM
- Healing Dance - Incorporates dance/movement therapy mindfulness dance techniques to reduce stress.
May 5, 2026 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM
- Sound Bath Meditation - Produces resonant sound frequencies and vibrations that can effectively relax and reduce stress.