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Schedule of Events All Week Information Tables (various times throughout week) Providing information on body image, disordered eating, and related issues at University Center, Royall Hall, Residence Halls, Swinney, and Hospital Hill. Sign the Body Peace Treaty, watch short films from Dove’s Campaign for Real Beauty, and get important information and resources. Great Jeans Giveaway You can’t change your GENES, so change your JEANS! Donate jeans that don’t fit and receive a coupon for 20% off the purchase of designer jeans that fit the true you! Donated jeans will go to a local women’s shelter. Donation sites at Counseling Center, MindBody Connection, Residence Halls, Student Health & Wellness, Women’s Center, and Hospital Hill. Monday 2/25 Mirrorless Monday Kick off UMKC's annual EveryBody Is Beautiful week by celebrating Mirrorless Monday. Challenge yourself to take a break from the mirror today and break free from the limitations of appearance! Tuesday 2/26 Emotional Eating 12:00 PM, University Center 147* A presentation by Dr. Sherri Theoharidis, Psychologist and Eating Disorder Specialist. Win a t-shirt with a positive body slogan! Space is limited – RSVP to piercerac@umkc.edu Wednesday 2/27* No-Weigh Wednesday Take a break from weighing yourself today – focus on healthy behaviors, not pounds! Dying To Be Thin: Movie Screening and Discussion 4:00 – 6:00 PM, Women’s Center (Haag 105) View segments from the powerful documentary examining the disturbing increase in the prevalence of eating disorders, particularly anorexia and bulimia. Healthy snacks provided. Win a t-shirt with a positive body slogan. Bring a friend! Thursday 2/28 Eating Disorder Screening 2:00 – 5:00 PM, MindBody Connection (UC 161) Take an assessment of your eating behaviors and weight-related beliefs. Resources and treatment referrals will be provided. Tuesday, March 11 Impact of Stress and Academic Pressure on Body Image 12:00, Hospital Hill, Room TBA A presentation by Dr. Sherri Theoharidis, Psychologist and Eating Disorder Specialist
Schedule of Events	Download a printable schedule of events.
Body Peace Treaty	Commit to a healthy, positive view of your body!
Eating Disorders Screening	A free, anonymous, online screening for eating disorders.
Enhancing Male Body Image	Women aren't the only ones at risk for body image problems and eating disorders. Learn about men's risk factors and how to prevent eating disorders.
National Eating Disorders Association	Resource and information on eating disorders and body image.
Dove Campaign for Real Beauty	Watch short videos on how the media influences our feelings about our bodies, and our idea of beauty becomes so distorted.
Turn Beauty Inside Out	Learn how the media shapes our perceptions of body image..
"Do You Think I'm Fat?"	A Public Service Announcement from the National Eating Disorders Association.
Ken's Body Evolution	See how the "Ken" doll's body shape has changed over the years.