Feb. 2, 2000
Contact: Dawn Fuller
513-556-1823
dawn.fuller@uc.edu

After the first of the year, people are ready for some healthy activities. They want to feel good about themselves, explained UC Wellness Center Director Kirsten Lupinski.

Here's a look at the schedule for Wellness Week:

Monday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. -- Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness Day: Students, faculty and staff can pick up information about body image and eating disorders and get the chance to win some prizes outside the UC Wellness Center at Room 247, Tangeman University Center (TUC). Step on the "Scale of Fortune" to receive positive reinforcement about body image.

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. -- Stress Management Day: A certified massage therapist will perform free, five-minute massages outside UC's Wellness Center. Also on hand will be free information on how to manage stress.

Wednesday, Feb. 9, 10-11 a.m. -- Health Issues Day: UC's Campus Ministry Association will sponsor a brunch and explore the relationship between prayer and health/wellness in Room 411, TUC. The session will feature a panel representing different faiths.

Thursday, Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. -- Nutrition and Fitness Day: Free blood-pressure reading and body composition test, Shoemaker Center lobby, near the entrance to the indoor track.

Friday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. -- Sexual Awareness Day: Valentine's Day treats and activities as well as information on sexual diseases/precautions, outside UC's Wellness Center.