University of Arizona Well University Partnership

Well U Partnership Launch April 10, 2006

The official launch of the Well University (Well U) Partnership took place April 10, 2006 in the Student Union. Well U is a grassroots initiative committed to creating and fostering a supportive wellness culture throughout the University of Arizona community. Close to 500 people enjoyed the exhibits at 30 tables, sampled healthy food, participated in screenings, received massages & reflexology, & heard visions for a university-wide wellness culture.

Images from the launch

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Master of Ceremony, Tim Lohman

Professor, College of Medicine and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences-and Director of CPAN


Presenters with sound files
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Pete Likins UA President talks of the need to work together at the university to support each other in taking charge of our own health.		Bob Walkup Tucson’s Mayor speaks about skyrocketing health care costs and the necessity of taking charge of your own health.





Andrew Weil Director of the Program in Integrative Medicine speaks of the enormous health challenges in our society.		Gene Sanders Dean of Agriculture & Life Sciences affirms that "We really ought to do this" at the university.





Wanda Howell Chair of the Faculty Senate looks forward to the grant potential of the Well U designation for those working to further health.		Eva Gonzales President of the Staff Advisory Council agrees we must create a wellness culture throughout the university.





Saundra Taylor VP Campus Life understands the importance of prevention in students’ health for enabling student success.		Tony Ventura Sr. VP of Canyon Ranch says we don't need to carry illness into the next 30 years & mentions 5 areas of potential partnership.





Lauve Metcalfe Well U steering committee member helps us to imagine a wellness culture at the university.