UB Programs At-A-Glance

Health and Wellness

Department of Social and Preventive Medicine
School of Public Health and Health Professions
405 Kimball Tower
South Campus
Buffalo, NY 14214

Phone: 716.829.2941 x403
Fax: 716.829.2428
Web: www.sphhp/buffalo.edu/spm/wellness

Dr. Jo Freudenheim
Chair

Michelle Incorvia
Staff Assistant

About the Program

The Health and Wellness minor is an interdisciplinary program that gives students a foundation in the concepts of health promotion and wellness education. Courses in the minor are offered through the departments of Social and Preventive Medicine, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Psychology, Counseling and Educational Psychology, Student Affairs, and Nursing. The program will examine theories and research related to health promotion in order to provide a foundation in the concepts of healthy living and prepare students for careers in health and wellness. The Health and Wellness minor includes courses related to prevention, health maintenance and health education, within the context of health and wellness promotion for diverse populations. A variety of issues will be addressed, including obesity, tobacco use, sexual health, violence prevention, alcohol use, exercise and nutrition. The minor requires a practicum or internship experience to provide an opportunity for application of knowledge. These clinical experiences offer emphasis in the areas of: wellness in the campus environment, corporate or community health promotion.

Practical Experience and Special Opportunities

Students should contact the Exercise and Nutrition Science department advisors (829-2941 x238 or x261) or Wellness Education Services (645-2837) for inquiries regarding practicum and internship opportunities.

Extra-Curricular Activities

See the UB Student Association.

Complementary Programs and Courses

Majors that Complement the Heath and Wellness Minor

Career Information and Further Study

Career opportunities exist in the areas of corporate health promotion, community health promotion, and campus health and wellness. Students who excel in this field have excellent communication skills, knowledge of behavior change, good administrative skills, and a desire to help people live healthier lives.

Links to further information about this program

Last Modified: Tuesday, 7-Nov-2006 10:26:10 EST