Supporting Student Wellness in the First Year
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Supporting Student Wellness in the First Year
Transcript of Supporting Student Wellness in the First Year
Supporting StudentWellness in the
First Year
Abigail OrmsbyDunn Sport and Wellness Scholars
Coordinator; Department of Recreational Sports
Who am I? Who are you?NameRole
Department
Learning Outcomes1. Identify and understand the different dimensions of wellness as defined
by Ohio State
2. Learn from one another about challenges first year students face as it
relates to the different dimensions of wellness
3. Learn practical ways to support student wellness and resources available
at the university
Wellness Defined.
Wellness is an active, ongoing process which involves becoming aware of and taking steps toward a healthier, happier, more successful life.
9 DimensionsOfWellness
Student Life Student Wellness Center
1. Career Wellness
2. Emotional Wellness
3. Creative Wellness
4. Environmental Wellness
5. Financial Wellness
6. Intellectual Wellness
7. Physical Wellness
8. Social Wellness
9. Spiritual Wellness
Wellness is INTERCONNECTED
Student Life Student Wellness Center
Top First-Year Wellness Impacts
Academics
“The first college year is critical
not only for how much students
learn but also for laying the
foundation on which their
subsequent academic
success and persistence rest.”
- Reason, Terenzini, & Domingo; 2006
Emotional Wellness
Intellectual WellnessImportant Questions to ask:
- Are you going to class?
- Are you going to office hours and tutoring?
- How many hours of sleep are you getting at night?
- Do you follow a schedule?
Resources on Campus:
- Dennis Learning Center Course: Learning & Motivation Strategies for
Success in College
Excerpt from student email: “When we were talking I was trying to explain types of learning. After having gone back and reread, what
I was trying to explain was the difference between performance goals and learning goals. Performance
goals are very fixed mindset goals such as; I will receive an A in my math class, whereas learning goals
are growth mindset such as; I will attend every one of my math lectures and be actively engaged so that
I understand the material. You can have performance goals, but you can’t have a learning goal without a
performance goal. I really like this type of goal setting because it teaches growth over fixed mindset but
also allows one to learn application which I’ve learned is crucial to my future academic success here at
Ohio State. As stated on my work goal sheet that you received a copy of, I have my performance goals
which are A’s in all my classes, but I unknowingly decided on my learning goals in the process by being
tutored, being proactive on assignments, and meeting with instructors. To follow up on my learning
goals, I was sitting in my math lecture today and what my professor was explaining made sense but I
didn’t quite understand his methods, so next week I will attend tutoring in Cockins Hall with questions
from the book over the concepts I didn’t understand from today’s lecture. This semester is my truly my
comeback. I’m taking that 0-2 swing and hitting it out of the park!”
Technology
Social Media- The Pew Research Center found that 88% of 18-29 year olds are using
social media.
- The average person will spend nearly 2 hours on social media everyday!
- According to a survey in 2017 by the Royal Society for Public Health,
Britons aged 14-24 believe that Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and
Twitter have detrimental effects on their well-being.
What does technology impact?- Emotional wellness
- Social wellness
- Intellectual wellness
- Physical Wellness
Ask your first-year students:
- How much time are you spending on your phone each day? - Set a goal for decreased screen time.
Sleep
Sleep- The National Institute of Health found that only 11% of college students
report getting good/adequate sleep.
- Sleep is the often the first sacrifice students make when balancing
responsibilities
Tips for students:
- Turn off electronics one hour before bedtime
- Set and stick to a sleep schedule
- Make sleep a priority
Our role in supporting student wellness.
Reproducible Idea: Sticking to Wellness
Sticking to Wellness OutcomesFinancial Wellness:
“I learned the difference between wants and needs this month. I plan to stay financially well in my future by
remembering what I think I need verses what I actually need.” Katie Clouse
Physical Wellness:
“The major takeaways from my commitment to physical wellness this month: 1) That I can and will accomplish any
standard I decide is a goal in my mind. 2) It isn’t difficult at all to be active for at least 30 minutes a day. 3) Working out
is a happy experience alone but also with friends. 4) Physical wellness is an important foundation for many other
pillars of wellness.” Kenzie Heareth
Intellectual Wellness:
“This month I prioritized my intellectual wellness by trying new study habits for midterms. Instead of studying in my
dorm room, I found a new spot on campus that helps me focus and be more productive. Even though I haven’t
received my grades back yet, I feel really good about how I did!” Josh Moeller
