Mission
To cultivate a culture and environment of health and well-being that is supportive of individuals and groups in pursuit of their optimal potential.
To cultivate a culture and environment of health and well-being that is supportive of individuals and groups in pursuit of their optimal potential.
Wellness is defined as an active process of becoming aware of and making choices that influence quality-of-life outcomes. Seems simple, right? Well, there's a lot more to it than that! Wellness is a dynamic, fluid, multi-faceted spectrum that guides us through our day-to-day lives.
At Binghamton University, we value the wellness of every individual within our community and we're taking a holistic approach to make sure everyone is on track to B-Healthy.
Wellness is nurturing your mind, body and spirit through intentional choices
Wellness is a personal experience. You define its meaning!
Wellness is a dynamic journey, shifting and evolving every day.
Wellness is multidimensional and embraces all areas of life: emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social and spiritual
Emotional
Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships
Environmental
Good health by occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being
Intellectual
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills
Physical
Recognizing the need for physical activity, diet, sleep and nutrition
Occupational
Personal satisfaction and enrichment derived from one's work
Spiritual
Expanding our sense of purpose and meaning in life
Social
Developing a sense of connection, belonging and a well-developed support system
Financial
Satisfaction with current and future financial situations
Adapted from Swarbrick, M. (2006). A Wellness Approach. Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 29(4), 311–314.
Resources for students, faculty and staff can be found at the links below.
Binghamton University's Healthy Campus Initiative (HCI) is to create an environment and identity that encourages and supports healthy living.
The Binghamton Support Network is a searchable database compiling on and off-campus resources and contact information.