Dimensions of Wellness Initiative
What Are the Eight Dimensions of Wellness?
The Eight Dimensions of Wellness represent key areas of a balanced, fulfilling life. By focusing on one theme each month, we aim to create an inclusive and accessible wellness journey for our entire campus community.
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Month | Theme | Focus Area |
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August | Social Wellness | Building relationships, social connection, and support networks |
September | Intellectual Wellness | Engaging in lifelong learning, creativity, and mental stimulation |
October | Emotional Wellness | Managing emotions, stress, and mental health |
Nov/Dec | Spiritual Wellness | Exploring purpose, values, belief systems, and cultural identity |
January | Physical Wellness | Caring for your body through fitness, nutrition, and preventive health |
February | Financial Wellness | Budgeting, financial planning, and responsible money management |
March | Occupational Wellness | Career development, work-life balance, and finding purpose in your work |
April | Environmental Wellness | Caring for the spaces we live and learn in, and practicing sustainability |
How It Works
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Monthly Focus: Each month, we highlight one wellness theme through events, campaigns, and resources.
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Collaborative Programming: Campus departments and student organizations are invited to contribute events aligned with the monthly dimension.
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Engagement Opportunities: Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate in at least one event each month.
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Event Listings: All events are published in MGA Knight Life and communicated via email and social media.
Why It Matters
Wellness is more than fitness or physical health...it is about thriving in every area of life. By participating in this initiative, we collectively commit to:
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Supporting personal and community well-being
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Fostering cross-campus connections
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Creating a culture that values balance, purpose, and inclusion
Get Involved
✔ Attend an event
✔ Host a program aligned with a monthly theme
✔ Collaborate with other departments or student groups
✔ Promote wellness in your office, classroom, or organization
Whether you're a student, staff member, or faculty champion, your participation makes a difference.
Together, let’s build wellness into the heart of MGA.