Health and Wellness Committee
This committee is dedicated to providing applicable resources for all Iowa State student’s success in regard to health and wellness. The members of this committee work with other ISU departments and Student Government Committees to form a cohesive alliance with the goal of enhancing the overall student experience!
If you are interested in participating in the committee, please use the following link to apply via google forms. We look forward to working with you!
What we do?
- During the 2020-2021 school year, the committee’s focus is on dealing with the impacts of COVID-19, the surge in students who need access to mental health resources or health care because of it, and fostering conversation to end stigmas regarding our health as college students
- It is imperative to this committee that at the center of this triad be the consideration of culture and diversity so that we may provide the most comprehensive service for our vast population of students.
- Using education via social media outlets, and outreach events, this committee works tirelessly to make Iowa State a safe, healthy and inclusive space for all students.
- All students are encouraged to participate.
Goals for this year:
- Get Yourself Tested – GYT (Continuation)
- Partners: Thielen Health Center, Student Wellness
- Social Media Outreach
- Working on shedding light on how mental health affects students of different backgrounds
- Exclusive looks at resources on campus relevant to students.
- Emphasis on bringing about conversations around diversity
- Health Disparities
- Looking to build an idea of how health services are administered and accessible to students of different races, backgrounds, etc.
What's going on?
Applications Open: Health and Wellness
Health and Wellness Committee 2020-2021! Hello Iowa State students, my name is Sophie Young and I will be serving as the Director of Health and
Student Resources for Fall 2020
Student Resources for Fall 2020 This upcoming semester presents many unique challenges to our student body, so below you can find links to resources that
Student Government Letter to Governor Reynolds
Student Government Letter to Governor Reynolds
Resources from the Director of Student Health and Wellness
Resources from the Director of Student Health and Wellness Student Action Plan Employee Action Plan Keep Community, Stay Informed, Be Well Handout – Student Keep
Lifestyle Expo 2020
The Lifestyle Expo is an all in one event that allows students to learn about services and programs that can improve well-being through the Mind,
Statement from the Committee Chair:
My goal is that every student at Iowa State feels empowered and educated enough to make valuable choices for themselves regarding their health. Whether that be utilizing Student Counseling Services, getting themselves tested for sexually-transmitted infections, or simply picking up a workout class. Knowledge is power when it comes to your wellbeing.
- Sophie Young
Questions?
If you have any questions or would simply like to reach out to the director of the committee: Contact me via My Page
