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College of Health and Human Services implements Student Wellness Experience |
The WKU College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) is spending time this summer preparing to unveil a new student-centered program this fall. Working to address student needs post-pandemic, CHHS is implementing the CHHS Student Wellness Experience.
Falling in line with their mission to prepare students to become professionals who will work to improve the quality of life in their communities and beyond, CHHS recognized they must start with improving the quality of life for students while they are on campus. Behind this initiative, Marsha Hopper (above left) and Amy Wininger (above right) serve as the student wellness navigators assisting students (especially first-year students transitioning to college life) and teaching CHHS 150: “Enhancing Quality of Life for Health and Human Services Professionals.”
An innovative concept initiated by CHHS Dean Tania Basta, the CHHS Student Wellness Experience is a comprehensive program focused on a wellness wheel, or the eight dimensions of wellness, which include emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and spiritual. Using each of these dimensions of wellness as a reference, the navigators serve as resources to help students find their niche on campus, get connected, and experience a better and more balanced quality of life.
“Research suggests that the more engaged first-time students are on campus, the more likely they are to return for their second year," Dean Basta said. "Furthermore, most of our students are being prepared for high-stress careers, so we want to ensure they learn how to take of themselves before they take care of others.”
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Dr. Monica Galloway Burke, Professor in the Department of Counseling and Student Affairs, co-edited a book, Contemporary Issues within Caribbean Economies (Palgrave MacMillan) with Dr. Colin Cannonier, Associate Professor of Economics at Belmont University. Learn More
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Governor appoints WKU dean, education alumnus to EPSB |
Governor Andy Beshear recently appointed College of Education and Behavioral Sciences Dean Corinne Murphy and WKU education alumnus and current teacher Justin Mitchell to the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB). Dr. Murphy is serving as the postsecondary institutions representative and Mitchell will represent the middle school teachers of Kentucky for a second term. |
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“My time at WKU helped shape many areas of my life, and it is a place that reinforced my love for lifelong learning, allowed me to meet many talented individuals, develop friendships and ultimately led me to meet my wonderful wife, Emily.” – Chris Nation, Vice President of Digital at RunSwitch PR |
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PCAL senior's internship leads to unexpected career choice |
Jordan Graves, a PCAL senior and Bowling Green native, knew she wanted to pursue the field of criminology but questioned what career was the right fit for her. After an inspiring summer internship with the Bowling Green Police Department (BGPD), she knew she had found her answer. As a criminology and health sciences major, Graves hoped to gain experience in the field while also exploring related career possibilities. When a Victim Advocate Intern position within the BGPD became available, she jumped at the opportunity. Immediately, she was drawn to the role and the idea of helping someone at a time when they need it most. |
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GFCB faculty member creates memorable experiences |
As a structural engineer by training, mathematical problem-solving enthusiast and self-proclaimed trivia buff, Assistant Professor in the WKU Department of Management, Dr. Gihan Edirisinghe said he loves learning, thinking about how the world works and creating memorable experiences for his students. |
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Young Male Leadership Academy students shine at conferences |
The WKU Young Male Leadership Academy (YMLA) is a college preparation and recruitment initiative through the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. The program develops leadership skills in young males of diverse backgrounds by exploring the teaching profession. This program has been possible thanks to partnerships with Warren County Public Schools, Bowling Green Independent Schools, and Simpson County Schools. During the past few months, YMLA students attended State and National Educators Rising Conferences and were recognized with various awards for their presentations and public speaking. |
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CASHA partner receives grant to support Bingocize® program
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In February 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Kentucky Office of Inspector General awarded the University of Kentucky a 3-year, Civil Money Penalty grant to purchase a license to implement Bingocize® – a combination of exercise and the game of bingo – in 30 Certified Nursing Facilities across Kentucky. Dr. Jason Crandall, Bingocize® Creator and Co-Director of the WKU Center for Applied Science in Health & Aging, said: “CASHA is excited to partner with UK, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, the Kentucky OIG office, and the other Kentucky universities to share Bingocize® with older adults. We are confident the nursing home residents will have fun and benefit from the program in the coming months and years."
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WKU offers coding bootcamps to meet tech industry demand |
WKU Continuing and Professional Development will be offering bootcamps in partnership with Promineo Tech to enhance the tech workforce in Kentucky. These bootcamp programs not only prepare students to fill entry-level roles in a quickly growing sector, but also provide skills to help them continue to grow. |
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The Center for Gifted Studies at WKU is partnering with Johns Hopkins University to offer Talent Development Opportunities for sixth-graders. The four-year grant is called Project Launch Plus and one popular element is Camp Discover as WKU’s Amy Bingham explains in this View from the Hill.
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Planetarium Show
MoonBeings will be presented at 7 p.m. Thursday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Hardin Planetarium. Lives of the Stars will open August 2; showtimes are 7 p.m. Tuesday, 7 p.m. Thursday and 2 p.m. Sunday through September 1. Learn More
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Hilltopper Philosophy Camp
The 2022 Hilltopper Philosophy Academy, a summer camp for high school students, will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday through Saturday (August 2-6) at Cherry Hall. Learn More
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Staff Senate
The WKU Staff Senate will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday (August 3) at Downing Student Union, room 2081. Learn More
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