Ivy Tech to Host Pet Therapy Events for Students

Ivy Tech Community College Southwest announces today that it will host Paws ‘N Relax events during the last two weeks of the Spring semester. During Paws ‘N Relax, students can enjoy the stress-reducing benefits of visiting with Certified Therapy Dogs. The events will be held in Ivy Tech’s Koch Student Center located at 3501 N. First Ave.

Wednesday, April 29: 10:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m. and 4:00—6:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 30: 10:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.

Monday, May 4: 10:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 5: 10:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 6: 10:00 a.m.– 12:00 p.m. and 4:00—6:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 7: 10:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.

The Welborn Foundation Wellness and Fitness Center developed Paws ‘N Relax to help students manage the stress of final examinations.  “Studies have shown that pets (dogs) help lower anxiety and blood pressure,” says Amy Lutzel, Ivy Tech’s Wellness and Fitness Coordinator, “we are always looking for ways to help our students de-stress as stress takes such a toll on the body and can cause numerous health issues.”