POWER Prevention, Outreach, and Wellness Education Resources

POWER offers a variety of initiatives aimed at prevention and education regarding the misuse of alcohol and other drugs. 

For information regarding Alcohol and Other Drugs, contact Ashley Gann at abga230@uky.edu.

The CRC provides a no-cost support system to students who are working to improve their addictive behavior, are curious about making changes, and are impacted by their friend or family member's addictive behavior. Weekly recovery meetings are entirely student-led and are all-recovery welcoming.

For information regarding the Collegiate Recovery Community, contact Hayleigh Tharp at hgth225@uky.edu to set up a meeting.  

POWER assists students in building a positive relationship with food and their bodies by utilizing an evidence-based weight-inclusive philosophy.  

For information regarding General Nutrition & Body Image services, contact Meghan Wolf at meghan.wolf@uky.edu.

POWER provides certified health and wellness coaches who serve as an ally and aid you in becoming an active participant in achieving your self-identified health goals.

For information regarding Health & Wellness Coaching services, please contact Thomas Ard at Thomas.ard@uky.edu or Meghan Wolf at meghan.wolf@uky.edu.

Koru Mindfulness is an evidence-based program specifically designed with college students in mind to help in the reduction of stress and anxiety while also increasing one's sleep and self-compassion.  Participants will learn specific skills that help calm and focus their mind, including breathing exercises, guided imagery, body scan, and more! 

For information regarding KORU Mindfulness services, contact Thomas Ard at Thomas.ard@uky.edu.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a six-hour hybrid training designed to give participants the skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The course uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to recognize and respond to the warning signs and symptoms of a mental illness or emotional crisis. 

For information regarding Mental Health First Aid courses, contact Thomas Ard at Thomas.ard@uky.edu.

POWER provides Nicotine/Tobacco treatment and resources by engaging students with cessation counseling.

For information regarding Nicotine Cessation services, contact Fadyia Lowe at fadyia.lowe@uky.edu.

POWER provides sexual health information and resources by engaging students with outreach opportunities through events, presentations, and clinics.  

For information regarding Sexual Health services, contact Elizabeth Finley at elizabeth.finley@uky.edu.

The Learning Bar is a hands-on, interactive, alcohol education experience for students. Attendees will gain knowledge, skills, and resources. Sessions are available for classes, organizations, and small groups.  The Learning Bar will hold open bar time and special events throughout the semester.

For information regarding The Learning Bar, contact Ashley Gann at abga230@uky.edu.