Wellness
The Department of Recreation and Wellness encourages the whole person to be active,
healthy, and inspired. We promote health and well-being through our fitness and wellness
programs, mental health through our counseling services, and spiritual health through
our campus ministry. The department addresses students' needs in a holistic manner—all
elements of the individual are considered: intellectual, environmental, spiritual,
physical, multicultural, community, mindfulness, and financial.
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Physical Wellness
Supporting healthy bodies through regular exercise, a balanced and nutritious diet,
and adequate sleep.
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Multicultural Wellness
Awareness of one’s own cultural background and continuing to develop understanding,
respect, and sensitivity to the cultures of others.
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Financial Wellness
Developing knowledge and strategies to effectively position individuals to invest
in short and long term planning.
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Emotional Wellness
Inspiring self-care through relaxation, stress reduction, and mindfulness, including
awareness and appropriate strategies for both positive and difficult feelings.
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Social Wellness
Developing authentic and positive connections with others by cultivating new or existing
individual relationships or membership in a group.
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Environmental Wellness
Awareness of how our habits and behaviors impact the earth and unveiling what actions
or steps can help lead toward a sustainable existence.
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Community Wellness
Connecting with others on campus and in the community toward a larger-than-self perspective,
in support of the collective experience.
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Spiritual Wellness
Connecting with our inner sense of purpose or meaning. Supporting healthy internal
processes that give shape to our experiences.