Tranquility Room and Fitness Center
The Tranquility Room
Roper Hall, 2nd Floor, Room 2135A | Open daily from 7am-7pm
The UNC School of Medicine’s Tranquility Room is a dedicated wellness space open to all medical school students designed to help you recharge, refocus, and find a moment of peace. This space is a quiet retreat from the rigors of academics, featuring comfortable seating, soft lighting, and calming resources such as mindfulness tools, coloring supplies, and guided meditation materials. In addition to serving as a relaxation space, the Tranquility Room is also available for prayer and spiritual reflection, welcome to all faith backgrounds.
For badge access to the Tranquility Room, students are required to sign a Letter of Agreement.
Student Fitness Center
Roper Hall, Lower Level, Room LL120
Students at the UNC School of Medicine have access to a student-only gym on the Lower Level of Roper Hall. The fitness center is equipped with treadmills, elliptical machines, a rowing machine, a stationary bike, weight machines, and dumbbells, along with TVs and a sound system. An attached studio space with mirrors, barres, and yoga mats is available for solo or group fitness activities. Gendered and gender-neutral showers are next to the fitness center on the same level – bring your own towels and toiletries.
For badge access to the Fitness Center, students are required to sign a Gym Waiver.