WHO ARE YOUR VICTIM ADVOCATES?
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The U’s full-time victim advocates are available to help navigate resources, find support services and heal.
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A Healthier U
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[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-9″] NEW YEAR, NEW YOU! For many of us, a new year is all about resolution, reflection, new beginnings, big ideas, a fresh start and a clean slate. It’s a great time to take stock of where you are and where you want to be. Here are some things you might consider when […]
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CAMPUS SAFETY SURVEY [bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-4″] [/bs_col][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″]As a member of this university, you know safety is of utmost importance. The role of EHS is to do everything we can to help you and all members of our campus community stay healthy and safe. Below you will find a link to a survey that should […]
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[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-9″]I AM WORKING OUT! WHY AM I NOT LOSING WEIGHT? I’m sure many of us have asked ourselves this same question after starting an exercise program. You do really well, until you weigh yourself. The number on the scale hasn’t changed, leading to frustration and doubt that exercise is really beneficial. You can’t […]
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STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION [bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-4″] [/bs_col][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″]Never put anything in a storm drain. Storm water from rain, snow and sleet travels down gutters into the storm drain and then directly into our rivers, lakes and streams. Everything storm water collects from the land surface, roadways, sidewalks, parking lots, construction sites, etc., ends up […]
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[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-9″]MEAL FREQUENCY You may have heard that some diets recommend eating several small meals throughout the day instead of three larger meals. Some diets boast significant health benefits with eating smaller meals throughout the day. The International Society of Sports Nutrition published their position stand on meal frequency in 2011. Here are the […]
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RESPONDING TO FIRE ALARMS [bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-4″] [/bs_col][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″]When fire alarms sound in a university building all occupants must evacuate. Become familiar with the sound of the fire alarm and the locations of pull stations in buildings you frequent and learn how to activate these pull stations in case of emergencies. If the alarm is […]
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[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-9″] INTUITIVE EATING Have you ever heard the phrase, “Eat when you’re hungry and stop when you’re full”? This mentality is the focus of intuitive eating. Children are very good at self-regulating their intake by eating when they are hungry as they respond to biological signals that drive them to eat. As adults, […]
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CHEMICAL SAFETY Chemicals used in both campus offices and research operations pose a wide range of health hazards (such as irritation, sensitization and carcinogenicity) and physical hazards (such as flammability, corrosion and reactivity). OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is designed to ensure that information about these hazards and associated protective measures is disseminated. At the […]
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Groups on campus offering help for those grieving the loss of a loved one, including a new student-led organization.
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An angry asteroid and virtual pets prove to be a winning ticket for U students who invented StepPets game focusing on health and wellness.
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[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-9″] DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM 1 in 3 people are at risk for type 2 diabetes HOW CAN YOU TELL IF YOU ARE AT RISK FOR TYPE 2 DIABETES? If you answer yes to at least one of these questions, you are at risk and you are eligible for the UU NDPP: You have […]
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