Well-Informed: Wellness Education for College Students

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Did you know that research has found a connection between spirituality, brain health, and your overall mood and sense of happiness? (Miller et al., 2014).

For this week’s episode, we’re joined by Rev. Cindy Solomon-Klebba, the Spiritual Chaplain and Manager of the Spiritual Wellness Program at the Center for Campus Wellness, to explore what having a sense of purpose means and how it can impact your overall well-being.

We chat about the difference between spirituality and religion, why purpose and values can be especially important during college, the impact spirituality can have on our lives, and what spiritual wellness can look like during our busier seasons.

Rev. Cindy also shares how religious trauma or difficult experiences with spirituality can impact our ability to connect with spirituality, and how sometimes changing the “vehicle” we use to explore our spirituality can make all the difference.

Join us as we explore simple activities to help you reflect on your own values, find meaning, and build practices that support your spiritual well-being, even if you have only five minutes a day.

Source: Miller L, Bansal R, Wickramaratne P, Hao X, Tenke CE, Weissman MM, Peterson BS. Neuroanatomical correlates of religiosity and spirituality: a study in adults at high and low familial risk for depression. JAMA Psychiatry. 2014 Feb;71(2):128-35. doi: 10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2013.3067. PMID: 24369341; PMCID: PMC3921896.

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Have you ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or confused about all the services and programs available to you at school? If so, you’re not alone. Many students want to take control of their well-being, but often don’t know where to start. Well, we’re making it a little easier for you.

In this episode, I’m joined by Indigo Mason, a Health Communications Coordinator for the Center for Campus Wellness, and together we’re giving you the scoop on what the CCW can do for U.

We explore what sets us apart from the other offices within Student Health and Wellness, and discuss the holistic and comprehensive services and programs we offer to support your wellness, safety, and healing.

Some of the programs you'll hear about in this episode include:

• Basic Needs Support & the Wellness Exchange
• Wellness Coaching
• Health Education
• Peer Well-being Navigation
• Sexual Wellness
• Alcohol & Substance Use
• Violence & Harm Support
• Spiritual Wellness

Whether you’re a new or returning student, this episode can help you figure out which services and programs may be most beneficial to you. College brings new experiences. Some may lead to new opportunities for joy and fun, while others may bring new challenges. You don’t have to do it all alone. We’re here for you every step of the way and want to help you find more balance, peace, and well-being, not only during your college career, but throughout your entire life.

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Welcome to the very first episode of Well-Informed, a podcast from the Center for Campus Wellness (CCW) at the University of Utah! In this introductory episode, we share what the CCW is, the programs and support available to students, and what you can expect from future episodes.

With the World Cup in full swing, we couldn't help but think about how much creating a culture of well-being is like being part of a soccer team. We explore the idea that everyone has a role to play, and together we can help make our campus a healthier, safer, and more supportive place for everyone.

Whether you're looking for practical wellness tips, evidence-based education, or simply a reminder that you're not alone, this episode is the perfect place to start.

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University of Utah, Campus Wellness, U of U, Salt Lake City, UVU, BYU, Mental Health, Student Wellbeing, Wellness, Holistic Wellness, Student Support