The WELL Well-being, Empowerment, Life, Learning William Caganap, Coordinator, Diversity Initiatives, (951) Doug Everhart, Coordinator for Health Initiatives, (951) Stacey Grady, Coordinator for Mental Health Initiatives, (951) Jennifer Miller, Director, (951) Alicia Serrano, Administrative Assistant, (951) Deepak Sharma, Coordinator, Diversity Initiatives, (951) Oronne Wami, Peer Education/Community Service Intern, (951) Healthy Campus Climate/Mental Health Advisory Committee: Recreation Center, Health Center, AVC/Dean of Students Office, ASUCR, Strategic Communications, GSA, UCR Student Leaders, Counseling Center

The WELL at UCR The WELL (Well-being, Empowerment, Life, Learning) Highlander Union Building 248 (951) 827-WELL UCR offers a variety of wellness-related programs that are designed to support holistic student health and well-being. The Well is a coordinated center for UCR’s wellness programs. The Well serves to create a safe, supportive, and connected campus environment through the promotion of healthy minds, bodies and communities. The Well provides accessible, robust resources and support for students in the areas of physical, social, emotional, cultural and spiritual wellness through a network of peer educators, mentors and professionals.

WELL MISSION STATEMENT: To create a safe, supportive, and connected campus environment and promote healthy minds, bodies and communities OBJECTIVES: To help students take control of their UCR experience To provide a caring campus environment in which all students feel comfortable, accepted and positioned to succeed To create a network of professionals, peers, and services that are well- known and easily accessible To provide resources that will encourage students to live a more balanced lifestyle and become healthy, skilled, successful members of the UCR community To create physical space and virtual presence where all students can go to receive information, guidance and support in the areas of Physical, Social, Emotional, Spiritual, Intellectual, Multicultural, Occupational and Environmental Wellness

The WELL was designed by an advisory team composed of representatives from: Counseling Center Recreation Center Health Center AVC/Dean of Students Office Strategic Communications Graduate and Undergraduate Students

The WELL is linked to: Offices in the division of Student Affairs Ethnic and Gender Programming Offices International Student Programs Services for Students with Disabilities Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Programs Student Life Graduate Student Association, ASUCR The UC Mental Health Task Force…

The WELL is connected to various campus resources Women’s Resource Center LGBT Resources African Student Programs Asian Pacific Student Programs Native American Student Programs Chicano Student Programs

The WELL is connected to various campus resources AVC/ Dean of Students Financial Aid Office Counseling Center TALK Health Center Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Programs (SCAIP) Student Recreation Center Registrars Office University Housing UCPD

8 Dimensional Model of Wellness Wellness is... an active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a more successful existence. — National Wellness Institute

Attributes of a Healthy Student Exercising regularly Eating properly Getting regular physical check-ups Avoiding the use of tobacco or illicit drugs Keeping a positive attitude being sensitive to your feelings and the feelings of others Learning to cope with stress Being realistic about your expectations and time Taking responsibility for your own behavior Dealing with your personal and financial issues realistically Viewing challenges as opportunities rather than obstacles Functioning independently but knowing when you need to ask for help PHYSICAL WELLNESS EMOTIONAL WELLNESS :

Attributes of a Healthy Student Being comfortable with and liking yourself as a person Interacting easily with people of different ages, backgrounds, races, lifestyles Contributing time and energy to the community Communicating your feelings Developing friendships Recognizing a need for "fun" time in your life Budgeting and balancing your time to include both responsibilities and relaxation SOCIAL WELLNESS: INTELLECTUAL WELLNESS Learning because you want to - not because you are told to. Doing the work assigned. Learning because you want to - not because you are told to. Doing the work assigned. Learning through varied experiences - reading, writing, sharing and exploration Learning through varied experiences - reading, writing, sharing and exploration Observing what is around you Observing what is around you Listening Listening Finding applications for material learned in the classroom Finding applications for material learned in the classroom Staying current with world affairs/news Staying current with world affairs/news Questioning Questioning Exposing yourself to new experiences (e.g. arts, theater) Exposing yourself to new experiences (e.g. arts, theater)

Attributes of a Healthy Student Finding satisfaction and worth in your work Ensuring your work environment and relationships are comfortable Being aware of the natural environment you live in Recognizing opportunities that lead you to new skills and acting on those opportunities Working to ensure the stability and longevity of our natural resources ENVIRONMENTAL SPIRITUAL Being open to different cultures and religions Giving your time to volunteer or participate in community service activities Spending time defining personal values and ethics and making decisions that complement them Spending time alone in personal reflection Participating in spiritual activities Participating in activities that protect the environment Caring about the welfare of others and acting out of that care

Attributes of a Healthy Student Being aware and respectful of your own faith traditions and cultural background. Learning about, accepting, and contributing to the diversity and richness present in other faiths and cultural backgrounds. Acting towards oneself and all others with sensitivity, consideration, understanding, appreciation, tolerance, and civility. MULTICULTURAL OCCUPATIONAL Learning and teaching task. Preparing to make use of your gifts, skills, and talents in order to gain purpose, happiness, and enrichment in your life. A fit between who you are called to be and what you are called to do. Finding the place where your deep desires and gifts meet a need in the community. Continually learning new skills and seeking challenges that lead to personal growth and a better world

WELL Initiatives Peer Initiatives Diversity Initiatives Health Initiatives Mental Health Initiatives

WELL Peer Initiatives Examples of new peer initiatives: 1. AMP Peer Mentors 2. WELL Peer Mentors 3. CSP Peer Mentors 4. R.E.A.C.H. and Golden ARCHES 5. Preventive Care Advocates of the CHC

The WELL Presentations: Request a Program on The WELL website: Campus Connect STOP the HATE Hazing Academic Integrity Suicide Health Education Various Mental Health Education Something not listed that you’d like to see? Let us know!

Advertising YOUR Programs If your group is doing anything related to the WELL, we can help advertise it for you! Blood drives Stress relief Speakers Health or Wellness Campaigns

Help is offered by three student organizations: Advocates for National Greek Leadership Education Student Athlete Mentors Peer Health Educators Awareness Campaigns Educational Workshops

volunteer peer education program designed and implemented by UCR students for the UCR community Peers mentor on topics such as… Sexual violence Suicide Awareness Academic Integrity HATE CRIMES

Individual Health Assessments One-on-One follow-up consultations Nutritional consultations Exercise prescriptions Lifestyle coaching through telephonic and internet communication Lifestyle disease management programs

Support for normal day to day challenges Solving life problems Developing skills to better cope Stress management Managing a crisis in your life  Personal growth/ individuation  Self identity  Establishing new support systems  Relationships  Time management UCR Counseling Center * 951-UCR-TALK * counseling.ucr.edu

Individual and couples Counseling (8 sessions) Crisis intervention Group therapy Biofeedback (6 sessions) Testing Psychiatric consultation and services Community referrals Outreach presentations/training and education Consultation for staff, faculty, parents, students UCR Counseling Center * 951-UCR-TALK * counseling.ucr.edu

Help others help themselves and find success!! And You Will: Receive valuable training in presenting and public speaking Learn about stress and its impact on the body and how to share this information with others Develop skills in various stress management techniques including, deep breathing, guided imagery, relaxation, and more Learn how to train others on Time Management and Prioritization

 Badminton  Surfing  Water polo Schedule an appointment for a health screening! Cardio kickboxing! Ab Attack! Body Boot Camp! Beginner Yoga! BOSU!

LGBTQIA RESOURCE CENTER - provides support, education, and advocacy regarding sexual orientation and gender identity for the UCR community.

STUDENT LIFE o Orientation o First Year Success Series o Commuter Programs o Campus Activities o UCR Traditions o Leadership o Student Organizations

Quarterly Workshops Clothesline Project Annual Campus Safety Walk Women's Resource Faire Women's Resource Center Handbook Sexual Violence and Self-Defense Open Learning Module Drop-in Hours Co-Sponsorships Volunteer Opportunities Tax-Deductible Gift Opportunity

ASPB Associated Students Program Board Dedicated to bringing quality entertainment including concerts, Films, lectures, cultural events and special events to UCR

THANK YOU! Questions?