Wellness U: Well Pig sooie! Reaching New Heights Through an Innovative University Wellness Program Mary A. Wyandt-Hiebert, PhD, MCHES, CWHC, CA Department of Wellness & Health Promotion Pat Walker Health Center, University of Arkansas Part of ACHA General Presentation: Innovative Wellness Programming: Two Approaches Transforming Traditional Education

Introduction Wellness and Health Promotion Pat Walker Health Center, University of Arkansas 4 professional staff, 7 graduate student staff, and numerous undergraduate peer educators and interns Professional staff are also recognized as Public Health adjunct faculty and graduate students as graduate student instructors For 20+ years, we have been teaching 1 hour, 8 week academic courses on a variety of wellness and health topics (e.g. assertiveness, wellness in college life, yoga, mindfulness, masculinity, women’s health, rape culture, healthy relationships, human sexuality, etc.) Blazing the trail for the future… Incorporating new knowledge and skills with known data for greater wellness programming

background The ACHA National College Health Assessment (Fall, 2016) found that within the past 12 months among U of A respondents (n=965): 64.5% felt overwhelming anxiety 63.4% felt very lonely 27.2% experienced difficult social relationships 49.6% had feelings of hopelessness 68.3% felt very sad 20.5% had personal health issues 32% suffered from sleep difficulties that were difficult to handle, and indicated that their academic performance had been negatively impacted by anxiety (24.1%), depression (15.1%), stress (31.3%), and sleep difficulties (20.7%)

background Wellness and health coaching focuses on a holistic, positive approach in which individuals draw upon personal insight into their strengths to find remedies for many of life’s challenges. The diverse range of concerns articulated by Healthy Campus 2020 aligns well with holistic approaches to wellness, which typically integrate broad dimensions of functioning into a growth-oriented and preventative approach to health promotion (Granello & Witmer, 2012; Myers & Sweeney, 2005). The case for holistic health promotion is reinforced by research linking health behaviors with academic success. High levels of stress, lack of sleep, and alcohol use have all been correlated with decreased grade point averages for students (University of Minnesota, 2008).

What is Wellness U: Well Pig Sooie? An innovative approach to personal wellness Combines traditional learning with group and individual coaching Addresses personal well-being and health through exploration of 8 dimensions of wellness Summer 2017, received grant funding from the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Executive Advisory Board to further develop the program to the next level.

What is Wellness U: Well Pig Sooie? Traditional classroom learning coupled with individual and group wellness and health coaching for greater enrichment, wellness, and success.

What is Wellness U: Well Pig Sooie? Three levels of wellness coaching Peer wellness coaches certified peer educators using CPE from the Bacchus Initiatives of NASPA laser-coaching on campus through tabling and event participation; small group coaching along with a graduate or professional staff wellness coach Facilitate the administration of assessments Graduate student coaches certified through Real Balance as Wellness and Health Coaches Individual and group coaching sessions at the basic level to moderate level Professional staff wellness and health coaches CHES/MCHES, certified through Real Balance as Wellness and Health Coaches Individual and group coaching sessions at the moderate to advance level as well as content specific

Fall 2017/Spring 2018 Academic and non-academic courses offered Academic courses are 1 hour credit, 8 week classes that meet two times a week Taught by graduate students and professional staff Content is geared toward undergraduate students and embeds group coaching throughout Used as a recruitment tool for peer wellness coaches Non-academic course is a 4 week course geared toward faculty, staff, and graduate students Offered for four consecutive weeks during the lunch hour

Introduction to 8 dimensions of wellness

Eight dimensions of wellness

Eight dimensions of wellness

Eight dimensions of wellness

Eight dimensions of wellness

Eight dimensions of wellness

Eight dimensions of wellness

Eight dimensions of wellness

Eight dimensions of wellness

Wellness Wheel by Dimensions social spiritual financial emotional intellectual physical environmental occupational

Wellness Wheel by dimensions social spiritual financial emotional intellectual physical environmental occupational

Behavior change contract Review and reflection of Wellness Wheel Assessments used from Real Balance Wellness Mapping 360 A behavior change contract is engaged with regards to an identified behavior in which change is desired for greater wellness

Introductions to Mindfulness Yoga Resilience A pre-determined vision is typically developed, so why not create a well life vision? Introductions to

Well life vision Tool Imagine your best. Relax in a comfortable place. Breathe deep and imagine what your life would be like if you were living it to the fullest, healthy, well and functioning at your very best? What would you look like at your ideal level of wellness? What are the key aspects of your vision? What would you be doing more of? What would you be doing less of? Why is your vision important to you? Source: Real Balance Global Wellness Services, LLC

Well life vision Tool (con’t) When in your life have you experienced aspects of your vision? What do you value most in your life? What strengths can you draw upon to achieve your vision? My Well Life Vision: Either on your own or working with your coach, arrive at a statement that sums up your idea of what it would look like to be living your well life vision. Be realistic and yet, inspiring! Source: Real Balance Global Wellness Services, LLC

summary Thank you The goals of this pilot program are to enhance… The educational experience of student participants, leading to greater academic success and increased retention The work-life balance and overall well-being of faculty and staff The mentoring and applied practical experience provided to graduate student coaches and peer coaches Pat Walker Health Center’s capacity to meet the increasing requests and need for wellness coaching and related education services. Thank you