Tag Archives: wellness

Wellness

Posted on November 29, 2017 by Barbara

Richard Hansen, retired physician, will present a 50-minute Wellness Program on Wed., Nov. 29, at 6pm at the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library (Whitewater’s public library at 431 W Center St, Whitewater). During forty years as a practicing physician, Dr. … Continue reading →

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5th Annual Wellfest – March 13

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Rebecca Jones

Working for Whitewater’s Wellness (W3) is hosting its 5th Annual Wellfest this weekend, March 13 from 1:00-4:00pm at Whitewater High School.  There is no cost to attend. Over 40 exhibitors will participate in a resource fair, featuring health screenings, personal … Continue reading →

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Community health opportunities

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Rebecca Jones

Whitewater is a great place to be active and get outdoors. Depending on the season, there are great opportunities for hiking, snowboarding, skiing, hang-gliding, golf ing or mini-golfing, paint-balling, or canoeing. Links are available HERE for more information about these activities. … Continue reading →

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Healthy Eating & Nutrition

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Rebecca Jones

UW-W is committed to helping you make positive choices when it comes to nutrition. University Health and Counseling Services hosts a bi-weekly “Try-It Tuesday” event at the Andersen Library to offer free samples of snack foods to help give students … Continue reading →

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Keep yourself healthy

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Rebecca Jones

Washing your hands is important, but doing so in a high traffic space like the Library, can be even more important. Did you know that we have sanitizing wipes available to clean off study space and computer areas? We also … Continue reading →

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Finding Balance at Andersen Library

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Rebecca Jones

If you are looking to start this new semester off right, stay tuned. For the next six weeks, we are sharing helpful information about how to take advantage of health & wellness resources on campus. Check out healthy tips all … Continue reading →

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Friday Fun: Piano Staircases & Making Healthy Choices Fun

Posted on March 6, 2015 by Barbara

Oh, how I wish we had one of these around here! A piano staircase was installed in Odenplan plaza in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2009 as part of a competition to encourage healthy choices by making them more fun. 66% more … Continue reading →

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Pet Therapy Dogs @ Andersen Library

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Barbara

Pet therapy dogs are scheduled to visit Andersen Library several times during Fall Semester, so check the dates and plan to get a dog fix regularly! It’s an excellent study break! Noon to 2pm on these dates in September: Monday, … Continue reading →

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Pickleball, anyone? 3rd annual Wellfest!

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Barbara

The Working for Whitewater’s Wellness coalition’s 3rd annual Wellfest will be on Sun. Mar. 9, noon-3pm, at Whitewater High School. It’s free! There’s something here for everyone! Choose from boot camp, Zumba, Pickleball, sports activities provided by UW-Whitewater athletes, healthy … Continue reading →

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Here’s to Your Health!

Posted on March 7, 2013 by kyle

So we’re coming up on mid-March… how are those resolutions working out for you? Still eating healthier, heading to the gym, getting all the sleep that you should be getting? Did you go to WellFest? I’m guessing that we’re all … Continue reading →

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