Stay Connected to Campus, Even at a Distance
Online programs & resources that promote community & wellbeing
Thrive Remotely
Vice President's Message
In this time of physical distancing, it is more important than ever before to care for ourselves, connect with each other and help those in need.
That is why I want to welcome you to a new kind of campus experience. While delivered online, it can still bring us together in a climate of fear and uncertainty, and even help us to thrive.
On this page, you will find programs and resources to strengthen and encourage you physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually. You are also given ways to reach out to Student Life staff members, who are eager to assist you in any way they can.
As we transition to our new reality, an old Bette Midler ballad, "From a Distance," comes to mind. From a distance we are instruments | Marching in a common band | Playing songs of hope | Playing songs of peace | They are the songs of every man | God is watching us | God is watching us | God is watching us—from a distance.
Even as we face these difficult days, I challenge you to be one of God’s instruments and to remember that He is always watching over you, caring for you as His precious child.
~ Frances Faehner, PhD, Vice President for Campus & Student Life
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Prince of Peace
Today we're diving into the AUdio Signature Series archives and featuring a 2017 cover of Hillsong UNITED's of "Prince of Peace" by Nayeli Moretta-Gonzalez (BS Elementary Education, 2019).
Nayeli is joined by her then-future husband, John Gonzalez, on guitar, among others.
The lyrics seem appropriate to the times:
When fear comes knocking, there You'll be my guard | When day breeds trouble, there You'll hold my heart | Come storm or battle, God I know Your peace will meet me there
Songwriters: Dylan Thomas, Joel Houston, Matt Crocker; Prince Of Peace lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Capitol Christian Music Group.
Made to Thrive Anywhere
Spiritual wellbeing creates and sustains our sense of meaning and purpose in the world. It gives us a larger story to lean into, even when events around us may not make sense.
Physical wellbeing not only increases our strength and vitality but improves our mental and spiritual health as well. It also helps us to build our defenses against disease.
Emotional wellbeing allows us to be patient with ourselves and empathetic with others, particularly during stressful times. Calming and caring for our selves makes us more resilient.
Social wellbeing is about connecting and including, even at a distance. Whether online or in our own homes, we can support, encourage and entertain one another.
Providing for others is what communities do best. Whether you are in need or in a postion to pay it forward, we all grow and flourish when we take care of one another.
