Blog Posts in Category: UNH Program
April 5, 2017
Find Out How This Program Can Help You Achieve and Maximize Your Health Goals. In honor of National Public Health Week (April 3-9, 2017), Healthy UNH is here to help. From its establishment in 2008 to present day, Healthy UNH’s mission is to support “lifelong health and wellness”. While this program has contributed to the increasing health and wellness of the UNH campus, helpful information is available online to anyone anywhere who comes across our page. For those who are on campus, here is... Read More
March 27, 2017
Learn About UNH’s Women’s Self Defense Class Have you ever felt unsafe or intimidated walking home alone at night? Especially when there doesn’t seem to be many people around besides you. This can be a common situation on a college campus, and it can make people feel uneasy. Now you can learn how to defend yourself in the hopes to feel safe on campus, and wherever you go. UNH Campus Recreation is offering a self defense class for women, that follows The Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) System.... Read More
February 15, 2017
Join UNH’s Student Nutrition Association Here at UNH, a lot of people are looking for more ways to get involved on campus, and even more people are looking for ways to stay healthy. So, are you interested in a healthy living and wellness? UNH’s Student Nutrition Association (SNA) is the perfect place to bond with fellow classmates and learn more about staying healthy as a college student. This on-campus club is open to all majors, anyone who is interested in health and wellness. SNA hosts... Read More
April 3, 2016
How One Group of UNH Employees Worked Together To Sprint Into Spring Recently, 14 facilities employees at UNH created an opportunity to lose weight. The collaborators of this challenge, Sandra Hickey and Shawn Herrick, both from the Ritzman Lab, had all the participants chip in for added incentives before they started the challenge. “Sprint into Spring” was a ten week weight loss challenge and recently ended on the first Monday of Spring - March 21st. Anyone interested in participating in the... Read More
April 1, 2016
Improve Your Climate FIRST How do you feel about your workplace climate? Does it support you in striving to your fullest potential? Do you feel more motivated and satisfied at work if you have positive or negative support behind you? What you’re probably thinking right now is correct - positivity is key. Come join your fellow faculty members, department chairs, directors and deans in UNH’s UNH Advance Academic Leaders’ Workshop, which is aimed at improving workplace climate and showing faculty... Read More
January 12, 2016
Are You Sick of Just Walking on the Treadmill? Most people go to gym and just hit the treadmill or elliptical because they are too nervous to go near the weights. Individualized training can teach proper technique and form of every exercise. According to the CDC, “Strength training, particularly in conjunction with regular aerobic exercise, can also have a profound impact on a person's mental and emotional health.” Working with a personal trainer is the fastest way to improve your overall... Read More
January 6, 2016
Stressed? UNH has the perfect solution to help you relax The New Year is a time to focus on your well-being. However, it is also a time that can be stressful and tiring. Make it your goal this new year to set some time aside for YOU. Reiki may be the solution to your everyday stressors. It is open to the entire UNH community. Reiki is based on the idea that we all have energy that allows us to be well. When that energy is off balance, we are more likely to become ill or unhappy. The stressors... Read More
January 5, 2016
A fitness reimbursement program for USNH Harvard Pilgrim subscribers There is no question that living a healthy lifestyle can reduce healthcare costs. Exercise, a contributing factor towards healthy living, improves your: •physical condition •disease-fighting capabilities •energy •alertness and concentration •ability to handle stress and depression The University System of New Hampshire (USNH) Wellness Connection program can help you develop your fitness goals by giving you up to $500 per year... Read More
November 10, 2015
Take a Timeout From School and Give Intramurals a Shot If you’re not already following a regular workout routine, there’s no better time than now. You don’t need to be an all-star or MVP to join the intramural sports teams at UNH, whether it’s to meet new people, sharpen your skills, or pick up a new athletic pastime, there are tons of opportunities for students to stay active. The Hamel Recreation Center offers registration in all leagues, from wheelchair handball to softball in the spring.... Read More
October 13, 2015
Attention UNH Employees! Unleash Your Inner Self at the Being Fierce and Fabulous Women’s Expo! With all that life throws your way, it is easy to lose sight of who you are and what makes you happy. Every year, the Being Fierce and Fabulous Women’s Group of UNH hosts this amazing event. This group empowers women to explore who they are, what makes them happy, and how to live a confident and fulfilling life. On Thursday, October 22nd, 2015 the Being Fierce and Fabulous Women’s Expo will be taking... Read More
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