Health and Wellness GE Minor

Discover the keys to living a vibrant, balanced life while helping others do the same. This program focuses on strategies to enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being while promoting inclusive and equitable health for all. Explore the science and practices behind learning to thrive in all areas of wellness, from stress management to nutrition to community health.

Designed to seamlessly integrate into your college experience, this general education (GE) minor allows you to count upper-division GE courses toward both your GE requirements and the minor. This unique program complements any major by equipping you with essential knowledge to improve quality of life for yourself and others.

Empower Yourself and Others

This minor develops practical skills that help you cultivate a fulfilling life while making a difference in your community. Skills include:

• Applying strategies for stress management and self-care
• Communication and advocacy for public health
• Developing community-based wellness programs
• Promoting equity and inclusivity in health practices
• Understanding physical and mental health principles

These skills are invaluable in health-related fields, education, and any profession where employee and community wellness are priorities. They also enhance your personal ability to maintain balance and resilience in daily life.

Add a Wellness Perspective to Your Studies

This minor enriches a wide range of fields by emphasizing health and well-being. Majors to consider:

• Child Development
• Communication Studies
• Exercise Physiology
• Kinesiology
• Nursing
• Nutrition and Food Sciences
• Psychology
• Public Health
• Social Work
• Sociology

Pairing this minor with a major focused on human behavior, the environment, or global systems can help you pursue roles in diplomacy, environmental policy, nonprofit leadership, or international commerce. It adds a unique global dimension to your college experience and career potential.