About Us

Mission:

Wellness Promotion empowers UCCS students to make informed, confident decisions about their health and wellbeing. We strive to cultivate a campus community that supports personal growth and success through education, outreach, and events centered around the seven dimensions of wellbeing. We are committed to creating a supportive and non-judgmental space for all students to thrive.

Vision:

To inspire a campus culture where the UCCS community is empowered to make informed health decisions, establish lifelong behaviors that contribute to a healthy world, and positively impact humanity. 

Core Values:

Student Focused

We prioritize the unique needs and experiences of students as the central purpose of our work. We apply student input to inform our actions and decisions.

Community

We foster environments where all members of our community are welcomed, valued, and affirmed through intentional and purposeful engagement that embraces different identities, perspectives and ideas.

Integrity and Respect

We are dedicated to ethical behavior, accountability, and honesty while upholding federal, state and local laws and university policies. Additionally, we honor each individuals’ dignity, autonomy and personal values even when they are different from our own.

Collaboration

We utilize the knowledge and expertise of professionals across all disciplines within the Wellness Center and across the UCCS campus to bolster partnerships, resource-sharing, and community engagement.

Advocacy                                                                                                                                     

We recognize that championing for the needs of our students is essential to their overall health and wellbeing.

The Zen Den is designed for socializing, studying, and taking a break.  It is a versatile, multi-functional campus space where students can unwind, connect, and recharge. Also serves as the meeting and work space for PEAK peer health educators.

Key Features:

Adjustable lighting, and natural elements create a relaxed ambiance.

Clyde’s Cupboard Satellite Pantry

Coffee and Tea bar

Small self-serve kitchenette with a microwave, fridge, and communal table.

Crafts & conversation starters to encourage connection.

Wellness Center Resources & Self-Care Support

White board for brainstorming