A Healthy U Programs Available to All Faculty and Staff
A Healthy U's mission is to nurture the optimal development of a healthier mind, body, and soul for all Andrews University employees by promoting a lifestyle based on the eight principles of health. Current programs available to faculty and staff include:
SetUp
Participants track mileage for both walking and hiking for the week. Pedometers are provided for those who need them and can be worn all day during the work week (Monday to Friday). Points and prizes will be given out based on participation and progress. Winter term runs from Dec. 3 to March 29.
Weight Loss Challenge
The kick-off for this event will take place on Jan. 18 at 12:45 p.m. (the weigh-ins start at 12 p.m.). Each weigh-in is followed by a "Helpful Hints" seminar that provides information and discussion on a weight loss and maintenance topic. Each session lasts 10 weeks and costs $20 (half of which is reimbursed by Human Resources) and can be charges to the employee's account. participants cna joinat anytime within the first 4 weeks and must attend the final weigh-in (the week before the finale) in order to be eligible for a prize.
BodyWorks
This small group fitness class offered only for faculty and staff starts on Jan. 7 and runs until Feb. 11. Participants can sign up for the Monday/Wednesday afternoon class (12-12:50 p.m.), the Tuesday/Thursday evening class (6-6:50 p.m.), or a Tuesday/Thursday morning class (7-7:50 a.m.). The cost of 10 classes costs $80 (half of which is reimbursed by Human Resources). Space is limited and runs on a "first come, first serve" basis. Additional opportunities include Feb. 19-March 28 and April 1-May 2. Andrews UNiversity academic holidays will be observed.
Lunch & Learn
This event offers a presentation on a particular health topic during the lunch hours. Space is limited at these events and we ask that faculty and staff who are interested RSVP at least 3 business days before the event. Lunch is provided free of charge for those who register. All programs are offered from 12:30-1:20 p.m.
Next semester's topics include "Love Your Heart" on Jan. 16, "Cooking Demonstration" on March 13 and "Power of Movement" on April 24
Coming soon...
Worksite training
A Healthy U will be partnering with students from the Department of Nutrition & Wellness to offer worksite training for faculty and staff on campus. This training would occur at the workplace during the work day. Times and further details to follow.
Nutrition Cook-Off
Faculty and staff can enter healthy recipes for a cook-off "open house" that will take place in March. Times and further details to follow.
Contact Information
Alicia Fry
Phone: 269-471-6086
Webpage: andrews.edu/services/wellness
Email: ahealthyu@andrews.edu
Moodle: aumoodle.andrews.edu
Office: Marsh Hall Room 320
Contact Alicia Fry for more information at ahealthyu@andrews.edu or by calling 269-471-6086.