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Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission: POWER is committed to empowering and supporting students by fostering a culture of holistic wellness through evidence-informed, educational, innovative, and inclusive programming that promotes lifelong healthy behaviors.

Vision: To cultivate a campus culture where holistic well-being and proactive prevention empower individuals to thrive.

Through our work we emphasize the following values:

  • Health: We teach and encourage healthy behaviors.
  • Integrity: We practice honesty and have strong moral and ethical principles.
  • Mutual Respect: We actively support a welcoming environment and provide a variety of offerings.
  • Student-focused: We meet students where they are by providing support and resources to help them succeed.
  • Personal growth and development: We help students and staff develop their potential, whatever it may be.
  • Self-actualization: We stress the importance of finding enjoyment, satisfaction, and fulfillment in the moment.

Dimensions of Wellness

POWER uses the Eight Dimensions of Wellness to guide our approach in all that we do. The Dimensions include: emotional, physical, occupational, intellectual, financial, social, spiritual, and environmental. Each dimension builds on one another to shape your overall well-being. More details on the Dimensions of Wellness, as well as what wellness month we are currently celebrating, can be found by clicking the button below.

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POWER Services

We offer a range of services including presentations, programming, awareness campaigns, well-being coaching, and more. Some of our topic areas include: Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD), Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP), Gambling Resources, Hazing Prevention, Intuitive Eating and Body Image, Mental Health and Stress Reduction, Nicotine Cessation, Sexual Health & Healthy Relationships, and our Well-Being by Design program.

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Well-Being by Design

Well-Being by Design is a one-on-one, personalized support program that empowers students to build healthier, more balanced lives through both intentional and individualized guidance. This program offers a menu of services to support students wherever they are on their well-being journey. To access more information on the different offerings or to schedule an appointment please click the button below.

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Location & Hours

2nd Floor Gatton Student Center East Wing
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Hilary J. Boone Center
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Collegiate Recovery Program: Patterson Hall 3rd floor
Office Hours: TBA

Contact us:
For additional information or to request a customized program or service email POWER at: power.uky@uky.edu 

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