Cougar Countdown is a program for students to support their mind, body and spirit during the final days of each semester and during final exams. 

It is a mix of academic support, physical and emotional support, student activities programs.  The events occur in various locations on campus and are supported by many campus offices, students groups and academic departments.

Are you looking for a place to study? Don't forget about the Stern Center.  There are study areas on the second, third and fourth floor. 

News and Events

• Cougar Countdwon Today: Friday, April 27

  10:30 am Study Break Stern
  Take a 5 minute Study Break by picking up a free cookie or snack! Sponsored by Student Life.
  12 noon-3 pm Puppies on the Green Rivers Green
  Pet Helpers will be on Rivers Green with some adorable, ‘pet-able’ pets! Nothing says stress relief like having a puppy on your lap!
  2-3 pm Yoga Johnson 201
  Need to work out the kinks from sitting in the library too long? It’s Yoga to the Rescue!
  3 pm Study Break on the Green Rivers Green
  Take a 5 minute Study Break by picking up a free cookie or snack! Sponsored by Peer Counseling.

• Cougar Countdown Today: Thursday, April 26

  Johnson Center Gym open extended hours until 2 am
  7:45 am Coffee on the Green Rivers Green
  Enjoy some coffee on your way to your morning exams. First come – first serve. Sponsored by New Student Programs.
  12:30-2:30 pm Mini-Massages Stern Lobby
  Instant Aaaah! A 5 minute massage makes a great study break!
  2-3 pm Yoga Johnson 201
  Need to work out the kinks from sitting in the library too long? It’s Yoga to the Rescue!
  3 pm Cupcakes on the Green Rivers Green
  Take a 5 minute Study Break by picking up a free cupcake from Cupcake on King St. Sponsored by Cupcake, New Student Programs, and SGA.
  5 pm Zumba Silcox Gym
  Need to work out the kinks from sitting in the library too long? It’s Zumba to the Rescue!
  10 pm Study Break Java City (Religious Life Council)
  Take a 5 minute Study Break by picking up a free cookie or snack! Sponsored by Religious Life Council.

• Cougar Countdown Today: Wednesday, April 25

  Johnson Center Gym open extended hours until 2 am
  7:45 am Coffee on the Green Rivers Green
  Enjoy some coffee on your way to your morning exams. First come – first serve. Sponsored by CofC LateNite.
  1-2 pm Yoga Johnson 201
  Need to work out the kinks from sitting in the library too long? It’s Yoga to the Rescue!
  3 pm Study Break Rivers Green
  Take a 5 minute Study Break by picking up a free cookie or snack! Sponsored by Tri-Council.
  5 pm Zumba Silcox Gym
  Need to work out the kinks from sitting in the library too long? It’s Zumba to the Rescue!
  8-10 pm Chill on the Green Rivers Green
  Kick Off Exam Week with Ice Cream Sundaes! Take a break from studying and enjoy some ice cream at the make your own sundae bar. Sponsored by Public Safety and multicultural student programs and services.

• Cougar Countdown Today: Tuesday, April 24

  9 am-11 am—Mini-Massages Stern Lobby
  1 pm-4 pm—‘Ask a Prof!’ Addlestone Library
  2 pm-3 pm—Yoga 201 Johnson Center
  5 pm—Zumba Silcox gym
  4 pm-7 pm–Cougar Cookout Rivers Green
  8 pm—Coffee and Doughnut Study Break Rivers Green
  10:30 pm—Moonlight Breakfast Liberty Fresh Foods

• Cougar Countdown Today: Monday 4/23

  3 pm—Study Break at the CEPE (Center for Excellence in Peer Education)First Floor Education Center
  10 pm—Study Break Java City