Creating a Culture of Wellness: A Call to Action for Higher Education, Igniting Change in Academic Institutions

Background: Due to the continued rise of chronic conditions and unhealthy lifestyle choices, more innovative and evidence-based practices are needed for students, faculty and staff to improve population health outcomes and enhance overall well-being.  Aim: The purpose of this paper is to inform acad...

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Main Authors: Megan Amaya, Teresa Donegan, Debbie Conner, Julie Edwards, Christy Gipson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Ohio State University Libraries 2019-11-01
Series:Building Healthy Academic Communities Journal
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Online Access:https://library.osu.edu/ojs/index.php/BHAC/article/view/7117
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Summary:Background: Due to the continued rise of chronic conditions and unhealthy lifestyle choices, more innovative and evidence-based practices are needed for students, faculty and staff to improve population health outcomes and enhance overall well-being.  Aim: The purpose of this paper is to inform academic health promotion professionals of key strategies to consider in order to create cultures of wellness on their college campuses.  Methods: A review of the existing literature was conducted. Results: The most current evidence-based practices to create a culture of wellness are discussed. Conclusions:Institutions of higher education have an opportunity to create campus cultures that foster health and well-being. The time is now for enacting change to create, improve, or sustain cultures of wellness within campus communities.
ISSN:2573-7643