09-10 Healthy UND Projects

Create a Tobacco-free UND

Healthy UND has strived to reduce tobacco use rates and exposure to second-hand smoke by supporting comprehensive campus and community prevention, policy and cessation initiatives. UND residence halls became tobacco-free in 2003 and on-campus apartments became tobacco-free in 2004. UND became a completely tobacco-free campus, both indoors and out, in October of 2007. All faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to help enhance awareness and respect for the policy.

www.tobaccofree.und.edu

Promote Walking Opportunities

Creation of indoor/outdoor walking trails and maps at UND have supported Healthy UND efforts to enhance opportunities for physical activity on campus. The Campus Walking Guide, available at several campus locations, includes a list of indoor and outdoor walking options, a trail map, walking and safety tips. Walking promotions organized by the Wellness Center and WORK WELL programs have complimented Healthy UND’s efforts.

Encourage Healthy Eating

Healthy food options have expanded in various locations at UND, including the Dining Centers, U-Snack Convenience Store, Old Main Marketplace Food Court, and Stomping Grounds. On-line analysis of nutrition content of all dining options is available at http://www.nutrition.und.edu/foodpro/ Campus Catering has also enhanced the availability of nutritious foods and promotes them through an attractive brochure and web based materials.

Campus Catering Guide

Healthy UND is developing a brochure which will feature a variety of healthful options, along with nutrition tips.

Support the Wellness Living and Learning Community

Students who live in UND’s Wellness Living and Learning Community receive support in living a healthy lifestyle from their peers, housing staff, and an advisory group comprised of Healthy UND members. Activities designed to engage residents in all 7 dimensions of wellness are offered throughout the year.

Support UND’s "Go Green" Environmental Initiatives

Campus Earth Day activities receive regular support from Healthy UND. Members have also helped promote recycling efforts, including Recylcemania, and have participated in conversations about UND’s sustainability initiatives.

UND’s Clean and Green Website

Speaker’s Bureau

Healthy UND members volunteer to provide on-campus presentations on a variety of health and wellness topics upon request.

Speaker’s Bureau

Enhance Mental Health and Promote Life Balance

Efforts to enhance awareness of mental health services and reduce stigma associated with seeking help have been an ongoing priority for Healthy UND for several years. Materials have been disseminated to faculty and staff to provide them with the tools they need to support students. Assisting students in coping more effectively with the stresses in their lives has also been a focus of considerable attention as well, since stress is in the leading health and wellness issue impacting the academic performance of students.

doyougetit? Website

Embrace Diversity

UND offers a variety of diversity activities throughout the year which have been promoted through the Healthy UND Listserv and member communication channels.

UND’s Diversity website